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In a new large-scale genetic analysis, National Institutes of Health (NIH) scientists have found set of small RNA molecules, called microRNAs, in human pancreatic cells that are strongly associated with type 2 diabetes.
… large-scale genetic analysis, scientists have found a set of small RNA molecules, called microRNAs, in human pancreatic cells that are strongly associated with type … 2 diabetes. Researchers discovered the microRNAs in groups of cells called pancreatic islets, which produce hormones, …
Educational Resources
The Human Genome Project was an international project that mapped and sequenced the entire human genome.
… Human Genome Project … The Human Genome Project was an … well as its groundbreaking approach for the free release of genomic data well ahead of publication, leading to a new ethos for data sharing in …
Educational Resources
Genetic drift is a mechanism of evolution. It refers to random fluctuations in the frequencies of alleles from generation to generation due to chance events.
… Genetic Drift … Genetic drift is a mechanism of evolution. It refers to random fluctuations in the frequencies of alleles from generation to generation due to chance events. … Genetic Drift, Evolution, Population Genetics, Genes … Genetic drift is a mechanism of evolution …
15 Ways Genomics Influences Our World
Genomics is illuminating human and family origins at a level not previously possible.
… Genomics is illuminating human and family origins at a level not previously possible. … … Did you know that your genome helps uncover the history of your ancestors, both near and distant? Advances since the … Bustamante's research groups showed in 2010 , an African American individual in the United States has, on average, …
Policy Issues
Payers such as insurance companies and Medicare need systematic ways of evaluating genetic tests for reimbursement.
… For patients to have full access to the benefits of genetic testing, payers such as insurance companies and … Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes developed by the American Medical Association, and fewer than 200 CPT codes … Secretary's Advisory Committee on Genetics, Health, and Society) An Evidence Framework for Genetic Testing  (National …
Educational Resources
The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) is federal legislation that makes it unlawful to discriminate against individuals on the basis of their genetic profiles in regard to health insurance and employment.
… unlawful to discriminate against individuals on the basis of their genetic profiles in regard to health insurance and … are intended to encourage Americans to take advantage of genetic testing as part of their medical care. GINA was signed into law on May 22, …
Talking Glossary
Scientific racism is a historical pattern of ideologies that generate pseudo-scientific racist beliefs.
… racism. Scientific racism is a historical pattern of ideologies that generate pseudo-scientific racist beliefs. … racism. Scientific racism is a historical pattern of ideologies that generate pseudo-scientific racist beliefs. … in the 19th and early 20th centuries were proponents of such ideologies. By the mid-20th century, …
For Patients and Families
​Genetic tests may be used to identify increased risks of health problems, to choose treatments, or to assess responses to treatments.
… … Genetic tests may be used to identify increased risks of health problems, to choose treatments, or to assess … responses to treatments. … There are many different types of genetic tests. Genetic tests can help to: Diagnose disease … by helping researchers expand their understanding of the human body, health, and disease. … Benefits: Genetic testing …
Research at NHGRI
The Genetics and Molecular Biology Branch uses genomic technologies to study the human genome and other organisms and disease mechanisms.
… The Genetics and Molecular Biology Branch uses state-of-the-art … into improved diagnosis, treatments and prevention of human diseases. Using the excellent resources of NHGRI …
About NHGRI
The National Advisory Council for Human Genome Research provides expert advice on genetics, genomics research, training and programs to NHGRI and the NIH.
… The National Advisory Council for Human Genome Research (NACHGR) advises the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), the National Institutes … the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), on genetics, genomic research, training and programs related to …