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A mutation is a change in a DNA sequence. Mutations can result from DNA copying mistakes made during cell division, exposure to ionizing radiation, exposure to chemicals called mutagens, or infection by viruses.
… Line, Gene … A mutation is a change in the DNA sequence of an organism. Mutations can result from errors in DNA …
News Release
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) Genomic Data Sharing Policy includes expectations for how researchers should obtain, share and access genomic data from human and non-human sources. As a leader in genomics, including relevant policy development and implementation, the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) encourages data sharing practices that go beyond the NIH expectations.
… Prabarna Ganguly, Ph.D. … The National Institutes of Health (NIH) Genomic Data Sharing Policy includes expectations for how researchers should … consent for future research use and broad data sharing of all genomic data derived from human sources, such as …
Profile
NHGRI science writer Prabarna Ganguly spoke with Segre about her research career, what makes microbes so complex and her roles in science policy and anti-harassment campaigns.
… which is thought to be the first known description of a fungal infection. The infection, commonly known as oral … You are often called a genome detective. What kind of sleuthing are you and your research team doing these days? … and life science at the Office of Science and Technology Policy. How do you feel about being appointed, and what does …
News Release
NHGRI researchers have produced the first end-to-end DNA sequence of a human chromosome. The results show that generating a precise, base-by-base sequence of a human chromosome is now possible, and will enable researchers to produce a complete sequence of the human genome.
… the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), have produced the first end-to-end DNA sequence of a human chromosome. The results, published today in the journal Nature , show that …
News Release
NIH released a Request for Information seeking comments on the data submission and access process for dbGaP.
… Office of Science Policy … At the National Human Genome Research Institute, we … with access to genomic data. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) Genomic Data Sharing Policy establishes a system to promote data sharing, while …
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.
… Service Fellowship Program recognizes the importance of diverse career paths to inform and advance genomics and … program provides training and career development in public policy, education and engagement, science communications and … more information about the fellowships, including notice of application windows. … The new Journeys in Human Genetics …
News Release
NHGRI has appointed Dr. Jennifer Troyer as the incoming director as the incoming director of the Division of Extramural Operations (DEO) within NHGRI’s Extramural Research Program (ERP). She will provide leadership in coordinating the institute’s extramural research grants, operations and policies.
… The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), part of NIH, has appointed Dr. Jennifer Troyer as the incoming director of the Division of Extramural Operations (DEO) within NHGRI’s Extramural …
Event
On March 15, 2021, NHGRI’s Policy and Program Analysis Branch hosted a panel discussion exploring a constant tension at multiple levels in genomics research and medicine, from patient-provider interactions to research engagement with marginalized communities.
… Moderator … A constant tension that spans all areas of biomedical research and clinical practice is the question of how experts can act in the best interest of patients and … is best for those individuals. On March 15, 2021, NHGRI’s Policy and Program Analysis Branch hosted a panel discussion …
News Release
Over the last 20 years, three families have been unknowingly linked to one another by an unknown illness. Researchers at the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) and other organizations have now identified the cause of the illness, a new disease called CRIA syndrome. The results of their work were published on Dec. 11 in the journal Nature.
… the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), part of the National Institutes of Health, and other organizations have now identified the … of the illness, a new disease called CRIA syndrome. The results were published in the journal Nature . … NHGRI …
Staff
Leonard Ross is the director of the Ethics Branch at the National Human Genome Research Institute.
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… Leonard Ross, J.D., M.B.A., is the director of the Ethics Branch and the ethics coordinator of the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) at … conduct, human resources, conflicts of interest, federal policy … Leonard Ross is the director of the Ethics Branch at …