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The Genomics Landscape
In the May 2021 issue of the Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director, Eric Green, M.D., Ph.D. notes that a number of individuals with strong ties to NHGRI have been nominated and/or appointed to serve on the White House Science Team.
… it comes many opportunities to engage in areas related to genomics and the biomedical research enterprise. Recently, … starting at 11:30 a.m. ET to hear updates about NHGRI and genomics research more broadly. I am also pleased to announce … that the full schedule for the “Bold Prediction for Human Genomics by 2030” seminar series has been finalized . Each …
Leadership Initiatives
The Genomic Literacy, Education, and Engagement Initiative is a national campaign to enhance genomic literacy.
… and healthcare providers. … The profound advances in genomics over the past decade are rapidly leading to exciting … as a national campaign to enhance genomic literacy. … Genomics Education, Genomic Literacy, Genetics Education, Genomics 101 … The Genomic Literacy, Education, and …
Outreach
The Genome: Unlocking Life's Code exhibition celebrates the 10th anniversary of the initial sequencing of the human genome.
… examines both the benefits and the challenges that genomics presents to modern society. From the moment visitors … environment that communicates the revolutionary nature of genomics. The exhibition gives visitors a window into genomes … Smithsonian and NIH Foundation present conversations on genomics, health Genome exhibition to depart Smithsonian for …
News Release
NHGRI will fund a set of genome sequencing and analysis centers whose research will focus on understanding the genomic bases of common and rare human diseases.
… part of NIH, today launched the Centers for Common Disease Genomics (CCDG), which will use genome sequencing to explore … of a complementary program, the Centers for Mendelian Genomics (CMG), which will continue investigating the genomic … changes involved in cancer. Centers for Common Disease Genomics Common diseases, such as hypertension, diabetes and …
Fact Sheets
Comparative genomics is a field of biological research in which researchers compare the complete genome sequences of different species.
… Comparative genomics is a field of biological research in which … human disease and improving human health. Comparative genomics also provides a powerful tool for studying … becomes more powerful and less expensive, comparative genomics is finding wider applications in agriculture, …
News Release
The Genomics and Society: Expanding the ELSI Universe conference focused on issues arising from the ethical, legal and social implications of genomic research.
… Communications and Public Liaison Branch … From prenatal genetic screening to the genetic testing of women with family histories of breast cancer, genomics is rapidly becoming a fixture in our lives. Genomics and Society: Expanding the ELSI Universe, a …
Human Genome Project
Video testimonials from prominent members of the genomics community commemorating and celebrating the 30th anniversary of the launch of the Human Genome Project.
… of the Human Genome Project. Prominent members of the genomics community have joined NHGRI in commemorating and … videos. … Video testimonials from prominent members of the genomics community commemorating and celebrating the 30th …
Enhancing the Genomics Workforce
The annual Bettie J. Graham Leadership Award for Enhancing the Genomics Workforce was developed to honor investigators who have made a significant influence on the development of the genomics workforce. The award recognizes efforts that provide and create career development opportunities for researchers from all backgrounds and helping to ensure that researchers have access to resources within their organization.
… annual Bettie J. Graham Leadership Award for Enhancing the Genomics Workforce was developed to honor investigators who … made a significant influence on the development of the genomics workforce. The award recognizes efforts that provide … in diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility in the genomics workforce February 13, 2023 … News … For Enhancing …
Policy Issues
Genome editing is a method that lets scientists change the DNA of many organisms, including plants, bacteria, and animals.
Healthcare Provider Genomics Education Resource
Discipline-specific genomic competencies are knowledge and skills that a provider needs in order to perform specific functions in genomic healthcare. Competency-based healthcare education is an outcomes-based approach that uses competencies to organize and structure curricula and continuing education.
… for undergraduate medical education in genetics and genomics October 2022 The published updated competencies … Outcome Indicators constitute the minimum competency in genomics required of all registered nurses regardless of the … Medicine: Updates to the Core Pharmacist Competencies in Genomics April 2021 These published pharmacogenomics-specific …