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MINC
The MINC teams were made up of an administrator and an educator. They learned a lot from this initiative that they wanted to share with you.
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We write stories, take photos, film video and create websites and graphics that help people understand genomics research and how it can have an impact on their lives. Let us know how we can help tell your story.
… ensures that the information broadcasted from NHGRI public-facing events can benefit everyone, regardless of … community. … The NHGRI Office of Communications (OC) leads public communications about the research and programs …
Research at NHGRI
CRGGH develops a comprehensive staff and training program that uses genomic approaches to study human health and to reduce/eliminate health disparities.
… social, and lifestyle determinants of diseases of major public health importance. He believes that studying diverse … from the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Public Health. Prior to coming to the NIH, Dr. Rotimi was the … continued efforts to include the African community (both public and scientific), Dr. Rotimi provided leadership for …
Professional Development
The American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) and the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) co-sponsor the Genomics Communications Fellowship to provide an opportunity for science professionals to become skilled in the area of genomics communications.
… and resources to a variety of target audiences (e.g., the public, K-12 students, other scientists, etc.). Fellows will conduct background research on communications and public engagement issues of importance to NHGRI, ASHG and the human …
The Genomics Landscape
In the October 1, 2020 edition of The Genomics Landscape, Dr. Eric Green reflects on the last 30 years since the launch of the Human Genome Project.
… History of Genomics Program within the Communications and Public Liaison Branch has been busy producing materials that … Institutes of Health and support from NHGRI. National Public Radio’s Michel Martin moderated a discussion that … health technologies for COVID-19 NIH funds community engagement research efforts in areas hardest hit by COVID-19 …
Educational Resources
The Human Genome Project was an international project that mapped and sequenced the entire human genome.
Research at NHGRI
An international investigation into the genetics of severe acute malnutrition in children.
… of reference databases. Using the tri-directional research engagement model ( Billawala, Taiwo, and Hanchard 2022 ), … collection standards, beta testing of PocketLIMS, and engagement with local community advisory boards. Our next …
The Genomics Landscape
In the April 7, 2022 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director, Eric Green, M.D., Ph.D., highlights the Telomere-to-Telomere (T2T) consortium's publishing of a collection of papers that reported the first truly complete sequence of the human genome.
… internal reorganization, NHGRI’s Communications and Public Liaison Branch (CPLB) was recently renamed the Office … consent are critical to maintaining the trust of the public in genomics research. Did you know that the top … Kari North Undiagnosed Diseases Network (UDN) Participant Engagement and Empowerment Resource (PEER) "Tell Me More" …
The Genomics Landscape
In the July 2023 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green describes the evolution of the NHGRI Intramural Research program over the last three decades talks about its future in conducting truly exceptional basic, translational, and clinical genomics research.
… (ASHG) over $7 million to support the new Genomics and Public Service Fellowship Program. The program will expand on … This branch develops programs aimed at strengthening public understanding of genomics and related areas, such as … specialist and as a former NHGRI-ASHG Genetics Education & Engagement fellow. Most recently, she served as executive …
The Genomics Landscape
In the September 1, 2022 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director, Eric Green, M.D., Ph.D., focuses on the NHGRI History of Genomics Program's preservation of historical assets related to the field of genomics as it celebrates its 10th anniversary.
… analysis from start to finish. The organization welcomes engagement and is developing tools and starter kits that will … focused on genomic innovations. The aim is to foster engagement as part of NHGRI’s “ Strategic vision for … health, and wellness. This event is open to the public, but registration is required. …  The …