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15 Ways Genomics Influences Our World
Genomics is fostering an appreciation for what our DNA means for our health, identities and culture.
… for what our DNA means for our health, identities and culture. … anyone's genome sequence raises many issues regarding the social context of genomics. Information about our genomes is … messages about DNA in how we think about ourselves and how others view us. Companies, universities, nonprofits, …
Administrative
The Information Technology Branch provides leadership and service for information technology resources at NHGRI.
… The Information Technology Branch (ITB) provides leadership and service for all … technology (IT) resources for the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI). … Applications ITB develops and integrates applications for NHGRI customers. Operations ITB provides LAN and WAN connections and administrative support of computer …
News Release
Researchers and clinicians are sequencing human genomes faster than ever, so considering the societal implications of genomic data is even crucial.
… Reddit "Ask Me Anything" (AMA) with ELSI program directors and NHGRI policy experts. Our hosts were Lawrence Brody, … program director, all in NHGRI's Division of Genomics and Society; and Cristina Kapustij, M.S., Sonya Jooma, M.A., … Rebecca Hong, B.S., from our Policy and Program Analysis Branch in the Division of Policy, Communication and Education. …
Research Funding
Applications demonstrating excellent grantsmanship, grant mechanisms and research methodologies common to ethical, legal and social implications research.
… Career Development Applications K99/R00 Sample Applications and Summary Statements The purpose of the NIH Pathway to … transition of outstanding postdoctoral researchers with a research and/or clinical doctorate degree from mentored, … Summary Statement Full Application Ethical, Legal, and Social Implications of Translational Psychiatric Genomics …
News Release
A 2018 workshop led by Alaska Native people provides a path towards collaborative, community-driven genomics research.
… a path towards collaborative, community-driven genomics research. … In August 2020 the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention identified that Indigenous groups such as … and scientists have discussed the future of genomics research among Alaska Native people in multiple small …
Staff
Dr. Susan Persky is an associate investigator in the Social and Behavioral Research Branch at the National Human Genome Research Institute.
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… Dr. Susan Persky is an associate investigator and head of the Health Communication and Behavior Unit. She … directs the Immersive Simulation Program (ISP) within the Social and Behavioral Research Branch (SBRB) at the National Human … technological advancements into society. She trained as a social psychologist at the Research Center for Virtual …
Genetic Disorders
Autism is characterized by impaired social interactions, problems with verbal and nonverbal communication and repetitive behaviors.
… group of developmental disorders characterized by impaired social interactions, problems with verbal and nonverbal communication, and repetitive behaviors or severely limited activities and … group of developmental disorders characterized by impaired social interactions, problems with verbal and nonverbal …
Educational Resources
Autism is a developmental brain disorder characterized by impaired social interactions, communication problems, and repetitive behaviors.
… a developmental brain disorder characterized by impaired social interactions, communication problems, and repetitive behaviors. … related to brain development that can cause significant social, communication and behavioral challenges. Symptoms usually appear before the …
Research Funding
The NHGRI Ethical, Legal and Social Implications (ELSI) Research Program Abstracts and Activities Database organizes abstracts for all ELSI-related activities
… The Ethical, Legal and Social Implications (ELSI) Research Program funds and manages projects that conduct … The ELSI Research Program Abstracts and Activities Database organizes … ELSI Abstracts and Activities Database … ​The NHGRI Ethical, Legal and Social Implications (ELSI) Research Program Abstracts and …
Administrative
The Management Analysis and Workforce Development Branch provides advisory services, develops policies and procedures, and coordinates implementation at NHGRI.
… The Management Analysis and Workforce Development Branch (MAWDB) provides management advisory services, develops management and administrative policies and procedures, and coordinates … Human Resources. Committed to exceptional customer service and professional excellence, MAWDB supports the mission of …