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The NHGRI-ASHG Genetics and Public Policy Fellowship prepares scientists for careers in science policy.
… Sheena Faherty, Ph.D. … The health and medical care of Americans is greatly influenced by the … use genomics in the clinic. The NHGRI-ASHG Genetics and Public Policy Fellowship prepares scientists for careers in … Hill, and a rotation in NHGRI's Division of Policy, Communications and Education. The 2017-2018 fellow, Nikki …
The Genomics Landscape
In the July 2024 issue of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green welcomes the inaugural class of the ASHG-NHGRI Genomics and Public Service Fellowship Program.
… I just returned from a productive and jam-packed trip to Australia, during which I received an … the inaugural class of the ASHG-NHGRI Genomics and Public Service Fellowship Program . This recently expanded … engagement, but now adds a similar fellowship in genomics communications. Over the course of each of these fellowships, …
News Release
NHGRI has created a new publicly available digital archive and search aid for accessing documents related to the Human Genome Project and the history of genomics.
… the revolutionary importance of the Human Genome Project and how critical its associated documentation would be to historians, journalists and the general public wanting to know more about the development of genomics …
Staff
Dr. Chris Gunter is a senior advisor to the NHGRI director on genomics engagement.
… at Emory University in 1998, studying fragile X syndrome and mechanisms of dynamic mutation. She then moved to Case … participate in scientific conferences, and whether public discussion of the imbalance can have an effect. Most … Directors. … As part of the Social and Behavioral Research Branch of NHGRI, the Engagement Methods Unit (EMU) headed by …
Jobs at NHGRI
NHGRI is seeking candidates for the Chief of our Scientific Review Branch (SRB) in the Division of Extramural Operations (DEO).
… seeking candidates for the Chief of our Scientific Review Branch (SRB) in the Division of Extramural Operations (DEO). The SRO will be responsible for conducting and managing initial peer review for research, career development and training applications assigned to NHGRI. Application …
News Release
NHGRI has awarded the American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) a five-year, $7.1 million contract to support a new Genomics and Public Service Fellowship Program, which will provide early-stage professionals with experience in a range of genomics careers.
… to support emerging genomics leaders in policy, education, communications and scientific program management. … The National Human … $7.1 million contract to support a new Genomics and Public Service Fellowship Program, which will provide …
The Genomics Landscape
In the February 12, 2021 edition of The Genomics Landscape, Dr. Eric Green talks about the 20-year anniversary of the publications that reported the draft human genome sequence.
… Lander will serve as President Biden’s science advisor and director of the White House Office of Science and … Maximize the usability of genomics for all members of the public, including the ability to access genomics in … (formerly the Medical Genomics and Metabolic Genetics Branch) in the institute’s Intramural Research Program. Dr. …
Policies and Guidance
Text, graphics, videos, illustrations and other information on NHGRI websites are in the public domain, unless indicated.
… Text, graphics, videos, illustrations and other information on National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) websites are in the public domain, unless otherwise indicated. You may freely use and distribute this information; however, we request …
The Genomics Landscape
In the July 2019 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green reflects on the milestones of the Newborn Sequencing in Genomic Medicine and Public Health (NSIGHT) Program as it reaches completion.
… researchers, industry experts, healthcare professionals, and interested members of the public. Specifically, the discussions will focus on genomic variation identification, association, and function in human health and disease. If you are in the …
News Release
NHGRI appoints Elizabeth Tuck as the director of its NHGRI’s Education and Community Involvement Branch to oversee programs aiming to increase genomics literacy and education.
… to oversee programs aiming to increase genomics literacy and education. … Elizabeth Tuck, M.A., has been appointed … director of the Education and Community Involvement Branch at the National Human Genome Research Institute … and Society, develops programs aimed at strengthening public understanding of genomics and related issues, such as …