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Genomic medicine involves using genomic information as part of clinical care and the health outcomes and policy implications of that clinical use.
… therapeutic decision-making) and the health outcomes and policy implications of that clinical use. Already, genomic medicine is making an impact in the fields of oncology, pharmacology, rare and undiagnosed … The nation's investment in the Human Genome Project (HGP) was grounded in the …
Policy Issues
The Genome Statute and Legislation Database is comprised of state statutes and bills introduced during U.S. state legislative sessions.
… is reviewed and updated monthly. Searchable topics in the database include employment and insurance … Building a Sound Legal Foundation for Translating Genomics into Clinical Application” (grant #: R01HG008605 ; … Policy Issues …
Talking Glossary
La hibridación fluorescente in situ (FISH) es una técnica de laboratorio que se usa para detectar y localizar una secuencia de ADN específica en un cromosoma.
… Hibridación fluorescente in situ (FISH) … La hibridación fluorescente in situ (FISH) es una técnica de laboratorio que se usa para … La hibridación fluorescente in situ (FISH) es una técnica de laboratorio que se usa para … La hibridación fluorescente in situ (FISH) es una técnica de laboratorio que se usa para …
Policy Issues
NHGRI wants to ensure that all populations benefit from the advances of genomics research.
… Genomics research is shaping the future of medicine. For … is also necessary to understand ethical, legal and social issues including utilization of genomic information, access to genomic services, and how genomics is perceived by different communities. … as becoming research scientists, research participants and policy makers. It is important for everyone to be informed …
Policy Issues
Federally-funded research with human participants must comply with regulations that protect the rights and welfare of the participants.
… The use of human participants in biomedical, clinical and social-behavioral research can … clarify the benefits and risks of participating in the research. … funded by or carried out at NIH, is subject to the Federal Policy for the Protection of Human Research Subjects, or …
Staff
Dr. Nicole Lockhart is a program director in NHGRI's Division of Genomics and Society.
… came to National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) in 2012 as a program director in the Division of Genomics and … (NCI). While at NCI, she focused on ethical, legal and policy issues related to biobanking. Her academic training is in … Dr. Nicole Lockhart is a program director in NHGRI's Division of Genomics and Society. …
The Genomics Landscape
In the March 2024 issue of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green spotlights the Centers of Excellence in Genomic Science (CEGS) Program evaluation.
… Executive Officer . Amanda will bring extensive experience in leading scientific societies, mostly recently at the … and NHGRI, I look forward to working closely with Amanda in the coming years. Second, later this month, Sean Mooney, … NIH’s data ecosystem, something of critical importance for genomics. In addition, Sean’s own research group will be …
Policy Issues
Scientific institutions are developing recommendations to support the responsible use of human gene-editing research.
… In the United States and around the world, scientific … different groups including patients, community leaders and policy makers. NHGRI uses the term "genome editing" to … implications, international perspectives, governance, and issues related to equity and access to technology. On …
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 received an informative update about all-things human genomics going on Down Under. The week included visiting … years ago, and it is truly amazing how much has happened in genomics since then, including some impressive advances in genomic medicine implementation. You can see photos from …
Policy Issues
Genetic information is used by law enforcement to investigate criminal acts and exonerate those who have been convicted of crimes they did not commit.
… and arrestees, or with DNA detected at other crime scenes, in order to identify criminal suspects. The technology's … indices called microsatellites . If a match is identified in CODIS, a confirmatory sample can then be taken from the … sample and the crime scene sample can be used as evidence in court. The existence and application of DNA databases such …