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The Genomics Landscape
In the December 2024 issue of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green highlights the keynote speaker at the institute's annual symposium, Kate Rubins, a biologist and NASA astronaut who was the first person to sequence DNA in space.
… had a wonderful time catching up with so many genetics and genomics colleagues at the American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) Annual Meeting last month in snowy Denver. In addition to meeting with the ASHG Board … and Capacity Building Efforts Related to Bioethical Issues Building Sustainable Software tools for Open Science …
The Genomics Landscape
In the July 2021 issue of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director, Eric Green, M.D., Ph.D., reflects on the legacy the LINCS program leaves as it has completed its goal of creating a large-scale, systematically generated molecular and cellular dataset.
… telework over the last 17 months will undoubtedly result in some changes to how NIH staff members function, as (like … And that trust, in turn, is built upon the scientific and ethical standards that the genomics community has carefully … synthesis; adaptation in modern biology and genetics; issues of race and genetic exceptionalism; the status of the …
Policy Issues
NHGRI wants to ensure that all populations benefit from the advances of genomics research.
… of the population. It is also necessary to understand ethical, legal and social issues including utilization of genomic information, access … genomics research, and have the opportunity to participate in various ways, such as becoming research scientists, …
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 ; … during U.S. state legislative sessions. … Policy Issues …
Genomics and Medicine
The NHGRI Genomic Medicine Working Group has compiled a list of interesting advances.
… of interesting advances and helpful educational resources in genomic medicine. To submit notable accomplishments for … notable accomplishments: 2023 Genomic Medicine Year in Review 2022 Genomic Medicine Year in Review 2021 Genomic … Milestones In Medicine, Clinical Implementation Of Genomics, Pharmacogenomics, Oncology Sequencing, …
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 … research. This initiative examined the clinical, ethical, legal and social implications of human gene editing. … implications, international perspectives, governance, and issues related to equity and access to technology. On …
The Genomics Landscape
In the July 2020 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green recalls the White House event announcing the draft human genome sequence.
… call to your attention to a recently published editorial in Science that describes a new NIH guidance that holds … revisions to solicit research to understand the social, ethical, and behavioral implications (SEBI) of COVID-19 … improving genomic literacy of healthcare providers … ACMG issues statement regarding genomic data and electronic health …
The Genomics Landscape
In the May 2024 issue of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green talks about the NHGRI Research Training and Career Development Annual Meeting, which provides a venue to foster support and a sense of community for NHGRI-funded trainees, equipping them with tools for success and more clarity about career possibilities.
… Engineering, and Medicine report on population descriptors in genomics research. The event will be held over Zoom, and … panel discussions were dedicated to examining important ethical, legal, and social issues in contemporary genomics. These included sessions on …
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.
… on the starting line, then a postdoctoral research fellow in the laboratory of genomics pioneer Maynard Olson at Washington University … and practices ( R01 and R21 ) All of Us Research Program issues funding opportunity for new engagement partners NIH & …
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.
… Ph.D. … Late last month, I attended the annual Advances in Genome Biology and Technology (AGBT) general meeting. The … is gratifying to reflect on the amazing metamorphosis of genomics over the last two decades, especially with respect … she will advise the NHGRI Director and the Institute on issues and challenges associated with engaging the public …