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NHGRI marks its fourteenth annual National DNA Day by organizing a nationwide network of educational events for students, teachers and health professionals.
… to educate people about important scientific advances in genomics and how those advances may impact their lives. "Our … DNA Day is to educate everyday people on the importance of genomics so they can make more informed decisions about their … events taking place across the country, a list of genomics-related educational activities and an Event Starter Kit for …
Leadership Initiatives
NHGRI aims to ensure all populations are knowledgeable about and can participate in genomics research.
… the science underpinning the Human Genome Project and genomics research, and have the opportunity to participate in … minorities pursuing research careers in genomics and related sciences. The Minority Action Plan  was approved by … Review Criteria for Institutional Research Training Grant Applications (T32) Submitted for FY 2010 Funding T32 …
Fact Sheet
Diversity among genomics research participants is essential for improving the health of everyone.
… many populations from across the globe underrepresented in genomics research. The National Human Genome Research … to build a diverse health resource by collecting genome-related data and other information from about 1 million … - 2022) This network assesses approaches for real-world applications of genomic medicine in diverse clinical …
The Genomics Landscape
In the October 2019 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green focuses on recent efforts to make the human genome reference sequence useful to basic and clinical researchers and how increasing the representation of human genomic variation will remain key components of NHGRI’s Human Genome Reference Program.
… fourth annual International Summit in Human Genetics and Genomics at NIH last month. The month-long summit is designed … aim of these clips is to introduce interesting genomics-related topics in a bite-size format for the public to watch … from NHLBI’s Intramural Research Program. Applications for next year’s fellowship are due by November …
Health
A polygenic risk score is one way by which people can learn what their risk of developing a disease is, based on the total number of genomics variants related to the disease.
… developing a disease, based on the total number of changes related to the disease. … Researchers often divide genetic … diversity in genomic studies is also a concern for other genomics-related research areas and contributes to a … of developing a disease is, based on the total number of genomics variants related to the disease. … A polygenic risk …
The Genomics Landscape
In the December 2, 2021 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director, Eric Green, M.D., Ph.D., spotlights the re-opening of the Genome: Unlocking Life’s Code exhibition at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History (NMNH) in Washington, D.C.
… will begin. As I mentioned in the November issue of The Genomics Landscape, this symposium will examine the history … to the bedside. Fellows are required to pursue genomics-related research that integrates health equity and addresses … delivery of new technologies to the clinical ecosystem. Applications are currently being accepted and will be …
Staff
Dr. Susan Persky is an associate investigator in the Social and Behavioral Research Branch at the National Human Genome Research Institute.
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… extensively in the areas of health communication, genomics and virtual reality methods and has presented in … human behavior, for behavior change, and for therapeutic applications. In 2005, Dr. Persky was recruited to the Social … dissemination on stigmatization, bias, discrimination and related processes.  Dr. Persky's investigations of the …
Careers and Training
Scientists and thousands of other professionals are using discoveries in genetics to revolutionize the world. This means careers in genetics and genomics are booming. And there are many other careers you don’t usually think of as science, like education, social work, and even law and the arts that are affected by this growth, creating even more career opportunities.
… the world. This means careers in genetics and genomics are booming. And there are many other careers you … creating even more career opportunities. … Computational Genomics and Data Scientist Scientists develop and apply … social or policy implications of genetics and genomics related to patient care and research. ELSI investigators have …
The Genomics Landscape
In the January 2018 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green features the NIH Intramural Sequencing Center.
… neutron stars, the runners-up include three relevant to genomics: " pinpoint gene editing ," " a cancer drug's broad … to gauge progress on its implementation. Various genomics-related topics were discussed, including rare disease … education policy, and education program development. Applications for both 2018 fellowships will open in late …
Policies and Guidance
For FY2024, NHGRI’s extramural program will be operating under the NHGRI 2020 Strategic Vision.
… Scientific Priorities Applications that address issues in the NHGRI Strategic Vision and NHGRI Building a Diverse Genomics Workforce Action Agenda . Development of resources, … behavioral community. Ethical, legal, and social issues related to genomic advances. Projects that broaden research …