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Viruses are bundles of genetic material wrapped in a protein coat that can infect living things.
Fact Sheet
Ribonucleic acid (RNA) is an essential molecule that performs many roles in the cell, from carrying the instructions to make proteins to regulating genes.
Profile
An interview with Meru Sadhu, an Earl Stadtman Investigator and head of the systems biology and genome engineering section within the NHGRI Intramural Research Program, where he talks about his research and why yeast have a special place in his heart.
Policy Issues
Synthetic biology is a field of science that involves redesigning organisms for useful purposes by engineering them to have new abilities.
Careers and Training
View job openings at the National Human Genome Research Institute and find the perfect position for you.
Staff
Dr. James Inglese is an adjunct investigator in NHGRI's Metabolic Medicine Branch.
… existing pharmaceuticals, and naturally occurring plant or microbial secondary metabolites (e.g., natural …
Training, Diversity and Health Equity Office (TiDHE)
The Diversity Centers for Genome Research Consortium aims to support the development of innovative genomic research projects through infrastructure building and the formation of interdisciplinary research teams at Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs), institutions with a documented record and/or historical and current mission of recruiting, educating, training and graduating students from any of the populations identified as underrepresented in biomedical research.
… Chemistry and Toxicity of Heavy Metals: A Perspective from Plant-Metal Interactions Friday, June 28, 2024 12:00 PM-1:00 …
News Release
Researchers developed a technique that will aid in a more accurate reconstruction of human genomes.
Educational Resources
A vacuole is a membrane-bound cell organelle.
… are generally small and help sequester waste products. In plant cells, vacuoles help maintain water balance. Sometimes … vacuole can take up most of the interior space of the plant cell. … Educational Resources …
News Release
In August 2022, NHGRI History of Genomics Program celebrates 10 years of chronicling how the field of genomics began and evolved, with a particular emphasis on the role of NHGRI.