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News Release
Six new grants will support researchers for new computational approaches to search millions of genomic variants for disease susceptibility.
… computational approaches for searching among millions of genomic variants to find those that make a difference in disease susceptibility or in other traits. The awards are for three years each and total approximately $13 … people with and without a disease are compared to find the genomic regions containing variants that affect disease risk. …
NHGRI Director
A selection of NHGRI Director Eric Green's recent interviews, speeches, awards and institute testimony.
… and internationally and is the recipient of many awards. Below is a selection of recent interviews, speeches, … Morehouse School of Medicine Atlanta, Ga. September 5 Genomic Medicine XI: Research Directions in Genomic Medicine Implementation Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines …
Research Funding
The centers study in innovative ways to address important ethical, legal, and social issues related to advances in genomics.
… approaches to investigate ELSI questions. As the pace of genomic and genetic research increases, the development of … ELSI issues is an important addition to ongoing genetic, genomic and ELSI research efforts. A Center should: Develop … among investigators from different disciplines, such as genomic sciences, clinical research, clinical and health …
The Genomics Landscape
In the October 1, 2020 edition of The Genomics Landscape, Dr. Eric Green reflects on the last 30 years since the launch of the Human Genome Project.
… describes the largest and most comprehensive catalog of genomic variants that affect gene expression produced to … COVID-19 survivors often have persistent lung trouble NIH awards contracts to develop innovative digital health … in older adults Genomics Videos 2020 NHGRI Genomic Innovator Award NHGRI Genomic Innovator Pre-Application …
News Release
Washington University in St. Louis awarded an honorary Doctor of Science to Eric D. Green, M.D., Ph.D., for his contributions to the field of genomics.
… the generation and analyses of sequences from targeted genomic regions in evolutionarily diverse species, and … for genomics research, entitled Charting a course for genomic medicine from base pairs to bedside . Beyond … , the NIH Big Data to Knowledge (BD2K) program, the NIH Genomic Data Sharing Policy and the U.S. Precision Medicine …
News Release
NIH researchers have developed and released an innovative software tool, called Verso, to assemble truly complete (i.e., gapless) genome sequences from a variety of species. The software makes the process of assembling complete genome sequences more affordable and accessible.
… DNA sequencing technologies generate different types of genomic puzzle pieces. Some are small and highly detailed, … genome sequences, researchers can better assess human genomic diversity. With only one gapless human genome …
Genomics and Medicine
The NHGRI Genomic Medicine Working Group has compiled a list of interesting advances.
… The NHGRI Genomic Medicine Working Group  (GMWG) compiles a list of … interesting advances and helpful educational resources in genomic medicine. To submit notable accomplishments for … GMWG published the following notable accomplishments: 2023 Genomic Medicine Year in Review 2022 Genomic Medicine Year in …
Staff
Dr. Heidi Sofia served as a program director in the Division of Genomic Medicine at the National Human Genome Research Institute from 2010-2023.
… in setting the foundation for understanding cancer as a genomic disease and driving innovation in large-scale … which includes research grants and small business awards, and participates in NIH data science initiatives such … include enabling technologies for challenging problems in genomic biology and health such as secure data sharing with …
News Release
Daniel Kastner, M.D., Ph.D., Scientific Director for the Intramural Research Program at the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) recognized for his pioneering work on the genomics of autoinflammatory diseases.
… in Molecular Medicine on June 4. The HHS Departmental Awards, which are the highest honors issued by the … for Familial Mediterranean fever. At a time when genomic infrastructure was still lacking, they used … autoinflammatory diseases on the broader spectrum of human genomic variation. When asked if he has any advice for the …
The Genomics Landscape
In the March 2020 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green highlights the newly appointed Dr. Chris Gunter's role as Senior Advisor for Genomics Engagement as well as the 30 oral histories to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the launch of the Human Genome Project.
… associated with engaging the public about genomics and genomic medicine. Her efforts will also include working with … A global look at cancer genomes Notable accomplishments in genomic medicine Genomics Videos Eighty-eighth meeting: … in Health-Related Research Notice of Special Interest: Genomic Data Repositories (PAR-20-089) and Knowledgebases …