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The Genomics Landscape
In the March 2018 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green highlights a strategic planning effort to establish a 2020 vision for genomics.
… Eric Green, M.D., Ph.D. … NHGRI has a knack for identifying and celebrating notable anniversaries - and … and Science Center Rochester, New York June 23 - September 15, 2018 Mayo Clinic Rochester, Minnesota … A monthly … genomics activities to promote National DNA Day, an annual celebration of the completion of the Human Genome Project in …
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.
… COVID-19, has upended our lives in many ways. The need for social distancing has led most of us to hunker down in … … Draft 2020 NHGRI Strategic Plan – To be posted April 15, 2020 Genomics2020’ Strategic Plan Publication – October … the draft 2020 strategic plan on genome.gov on April 15. At that time, we will be engaging numerous stakeholders …
Outreach
National DNA Day commemorates the successful completion of the Human Genome Project in 2003 and the discovery of DNA's double helix in 1953.
… Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) is a leader in the celebration of National DNA Day. Since 2003, National DNA Day …
The Genomics Landscape
In the August 2018 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green announces the recent launch of the NHGRI Genomic Innovator Award.
… process continues to move forward, gathering early ideas for further exploration and feedback about the process … the various strategic planning events, please sign up for email updates and monitor the 'Genomics 2020' calendar … touring North America. Current : June 23 - September 15, 2018 Mayo Clinic Rochester, Minnesota Next : October 6, …
The Genomics Landscape
In May 4, 2023 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director, Eric Green, M.D., Ph.D., details a report released by the National Academies of Science, Engineering, and Medicine, that provided a series of recommendations for using population descriptors in future genetics and genomics studies.
… April 2023 was a notably festive month for NHGRI, as we celebrated three anniversaries — the 70th … Council for Human Genome Research will take place on May 15 and 16. The open session of the meeting will be videocast live on Monday, May 15. Please join us via GenomeTV starting at 10:30 a.m. ET to …
News Release
The National Academy of Medicine elected Dr. Charles Rotimi, CRGGH Director, as one of its new members.
… Amy Bentley … On October 15, 2018, the National Academy of Medicine elected Dr. … in this esteemed organization were described as follows: For groundbreaking research in African and African ancestry … locally and globally. Congratulations to Dr. Rotimi for this outstanding honor! … Related Content … Dr. Rotimi …
The Genomics Landscape
In the November 2019 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green highlights the International Common Disease Alliance's scientific plenary and launch meeting in September, which included an international panel on opportunities emerging outside the U.S., North America, and Europe; discussions about polygenic risk scores; and an overview about data platforms, data sharing, and ethics.
… recently teamed up with colleagues at the National Center for Biotechnology Information to develop a graphical display … complete human genome sequence would [have required] about 15 miles of hallway.” Check out a video tour of this new … Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) Annual Meeting held Oct. 15-19, 2019; a workshop on “Integrating the Past and Future …
The Genomics Landscape
In the May 2018 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green highlights the Human Genome Project receiving the 2017 Prince Mahidol Award.
… their Fiscal Year 2018 budgets. The news was worth waiting for! Overall, NIH was the recipient of an 8.8% increase … touring North America. Coming Soon : June 23 - September 15, 2018 Mayo Clinic Rochester, Minnesota … A monthly … implementation in Thailand and the Completed just over 15 years ago, the HGP has been transformative in its …
Genetic Disorders
Achondroplasia is a disorder of bone growth and the most common form of disproportionate short stature.
… disproportionate short stature. It occurs in one in every 15,000 to one in 40,000 live births. … Achondroplasia is … breathing problems in which breathing stops or slows down for short periods (apnea). Other health issues include … 99 percent of individuals who have achondroplasia. Testing for the FGFR3 gene mutation is available in clinical …
Event
An April 6-7 workshop will emphasize the scientific value of diversity and inclusion as well as identify and prioritize future research needs in genomics to advance health equity.
… a.m. - 10:20 a.m. Connecting NHGRI’s Strategic Vision for Genomics with Health Equity Speaker: Eric Green, M.D., … on Minority Health and Health Disparities 12:00 p.m. - 12:15 p.m. Break 12:15 p.m. - 12:55 p.m. Talk: Current Research in Genomics and …