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- Ethical, Legal and Social Implications (ELSI) Research Program7
- Genomics-Enabled Learning Health Systems (gLHS)1
- Genetic Architecture of Complex Traits1
- Genome Technology Program5
- Human Genome Reference Program (HGRP)2
- Impact of Genomic Variation on Function (IGVF) Consortium3
- Genomic Innovator Awards1
- NHGRI Genomic Data Science Analysis, Visualization and Informatics Lab-space (AnVIL)3
- Genomics Research to Elucidate the Genetics of Rare Diseases (GREGOR) Consortium2
- Developmental Genotype-Tissue Expression (dGTEx)1
Research Funding
Coordinates activities across the Genome Sequencing Program components
… Human Genome Research Institute's Genome Sequencing Program Coordinating Center (GSPCC) was funded in 2016 to coordinate activities across the Genome Sequencing Program components. … The GSPCC has both scientific and … Being a resource for logistics and communication among GSP program participants and collaborators (calls, meetings, …
Fact Sheets
Genetics refers to the study of genes and their roles in inheritance. Genomics refers to the study of all of a person's genes (the genome).
… activities of cells and functions of the body. Examples of genetic or inherited disorders include cystic fibrosis (See: … diseases are typically caused more by a combination of genetic and environmental factors than by individual genes. … with the variability of responses to medications due to variation in single genes. Pharmacogenetics takes into …
Fact Sheets
Genetic mapping offers evidence that a disease transmitted from parent to child is linked to one or more genes and clues about where a gene lies on a chromosome.
… Genetic mapping offers evidence that a disease transmitted … and to understand their function. One of these tools is genetic mapping. Genetic mapping - also called linkage mapping - can offer …
Research Funding
The Genome Technology Program is refining current technologies to increase efficiency and decrease cost while maintaining or improving data quality.
… The Genome Technology (GTP) program at NHGRI supports research to innovate and develop … in genomic technologies are foundational efforts of the program. The refinement of current technologies to increase … of process steps is key to achieving these goals. The program also supports and coordinates technology transfer …
Research Training
Competitive scholarships for students from disadvantaged backgrounds to support careers in biomedical, behavioral and social science health-related research.
… Institutes of Health (NIH) Undergraduate Scholarship Program (UGSP) offers competitive scholarships to students … and training at NIH after graduation. Currently, the program provides up to $20,000 per academic year in tuition, … more information, see: The NIH Undergraduate Scholarship Program .  … Overview … NIH Undergraduate Scholarship …
Talking Glossary
Understand the terms and concepts used in genetic research
… Genetic Ancestry … Genetic ancestry refers to information about the people that … individual is biologically descended from, including their genetic relationships. … Genetic ancestry refers to information about the people that …
Careers and Training
Frequently Asked Questions about the Genetic Counseling Training Program.
… August 21, 2024 Update: The NIH-funded Genetic Counseling Training Program is temporarily pausing admissions to undergo … you on the current needs and challenges associated with genetic counseling while we plan to launch a new effort to …
Careers & Training
The Genomics and Public Service Fellowship Program continues post-graduate fellowship programs in public policy and education and engagement and adds two new programs – a post-graduate communications fellowship and a post-baccalaureate fellowship.
… programs. The Genomics and Public Service Fellowship Program recognizes the importance of diverse career paths to inform and advance genomics and its applications. The program provides training and career development in public … associated career opportunities. … Contact the fellowship program at fellowships@ashg.org or submit our Fellowship …
News Release
NHGRI has awarded the American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) a five-year, $7.1 million contract to support a new Genomics and Public Service Fellowship Program, which will provide early-stage professionals with experience in a range of genomics careers.
… Program to support emerging genomics leaders in policy, education, communications and scientific program management. … The National Human Genome Research … to support a new Genomics and Public Service Fellowship Program, which will provide early-stage professionals with …
For Patients and Families
​Genetic research is creating new ways for people to take action and prevent disease and new ways to treat disease through personalized medicine.​ ​
… Genetic research is creating new ways for people to take … Avoid smoking tobacco and too much alcohol. Get specific genetic testing that can help with diagnosis and treatment. … … of these side effects, since all people are different. Genetic research is helping us figure out how individual …