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… Cáncer de próstata … Prostate cancer is a disease characterized by uncontrolled cell growth in the prostate gland, which is part of the male reproductive system. Prostate cancer generally …
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.
… Eric Green, M.D., Ph.D. … Late last month, I attended the annual Advances in Genome Biology and Technology (AGBT)  general meeting. The … eggs and sperm over its lifetime A global look at cancer genomes Notable accomplishments in genomic medicine …
Outreach
15 examples of how genomics has and continues to transform our world in myriad ways.
… our world in myriad ways. Here are 15 examples. … The following people made significant contributions to … continues to transform our world in myriad ways. … Human Genome Project, Complete Genome Sequence, Genomics Impact On Society, Cancer Genomics, Genomic Testing, Enhanced Forensics, Genome …
About Genomics
In 2003, an accurate and complete human genome sequence was finished two years ahead of schedule and at a cost less than the original estimated budget.
… In 2003, an accurate and complete human genome sequence was finished and made available to scientists and researchers two years ahead of the original Human Genome Project schedule and at a cost less than the original estimated budget. … This international effort to …
The Genomics Landscape
In the April 2020 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green provides an update on the final stage of the Genomics2020 strategic planning process; the NIH website for COVID-19 information, the Gene documentary debut on PBS and more.
… hope that you are doing well in these very unusual times. The spread of the novel coronavirus, COVID-19, has upended our lives in … up to the 30th anniversary of the launch of the Human Genome Project in October 2020. The first four such oral …
Talking Glossary
Un carcinógeno es una sustancia, organismo o agente capaz de causar cáncer.
… is a substance, organism or agent capable of causing cancer. Carcinogens may occur naturally in the environment (such as ultraviolet rays in sunlight and …
The Genomics Landscape
In the November 5, 2020 edition of The Genomics Landscape, Dr. Eric Green focuses on the 2020 Strategic Vision.
… (and exciting) month for NHGRI. In addition to celebrating the 30th anniversary of the launch of the Human Genome Project (HGP), which was featured in last month’s The … genome.gov/2020SV . …  In early 2020, NHGRI, the National Cancer Institute (NCI), and National Institute of Allergy and …
About Genomics
A introduction to basic concepts in genomics to help you understand your genome, how it works, and how it impacts your health.
… those who have a family member with a genetic disorder. The results help to determine a person’s risk of developing the specific disorder being tested for. These tests are done … suspects, and victims of crimes and disasters. … Your genome is the operating manual containing all the …
Talking Glossary
BRCA1 y BRCA2 son los dos primeros genes que se identificaron como asociados a tipos hereditarios del cáncer de mama y de ovario. Las personas con mutaciones en BRCA1 o BRCA2 tienen un riesgo mucho más alto de desarrollar cáncer de mama, de ovario u otros tipos de cáncer en comparación con las personas que no tienen mutaciones en estos genes.
… no tienen mutaciones en estos genes. … BRCA1 and BRCA2 are the first two genes found to be associated with inherited forms of breast cancer and ovarian cancer. People with mutations in either … or other types of cancer than those without mutations in the genes. Both BRCA1 and BRCA2 normally act as tumor …
Genomics and Medicine
A list of interesting advances and helpful educational resources in genomic medicine compiled by the NHGRI Genomic Medicine Working Group (GMWG).
… category and/or by date range.  For an explanation about the selection criteria and categories, see the list of categories and their definitions . … Related Resources … The NHGRI Genomic Medicine Working Group  (GMWG) compiles a …