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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, …
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 …
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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 …
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 …
Policy Issues
Genome editing is a method that lets scientists change the DNA of many organisms, including plants, bacteria, and animals.
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The NHGRI Short Course in Genomics brings the latest genomics science to the classroom.
… Prabarna Ganguly, Ph.D. … The NHGRI Short Course in Genomics brings the latest genomics science to the classroom. … Samantha Agoos, who … that are rooted in real, cutting-edge science. But for genomics, that's a tall order. Genomics — the study of all …
About NHGRI
The Genomic Data Science Working Group facilitates engagement of the National Advisory Council for Human Genome Research on genomics and data science issues.
… Genome Research on complex issues at the interface between genomics and data science. … The NHGRI Genomic Data Science … policy-related elements) as they relate to all areas of genomics (from basic science to genomic medicine … the National Advisory Council for Human Genome Research on genomics and data science issues. … Genomics Data Management, …
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Experts discussed the gaps, challenges and opportunities in genomics at Genomic Medicine Meeting VIII: NHGRI's Genomic Medicine Portfolio, sponsored by NHGRI.
… Steven Benowitz … Integrating genomics into medical settings is a chicken-or-the-egg … proposition. Healthcare professionals need evidence that genomics improves doctors' ability to diagnose and treat disease, but genomics must first be implemented into medical settings to …