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Research at NHGRI
NHGRI researchers are creating foundational tools and methods to expand genomics research, ultimately leading to medical breakthroughs.
… Genetic diseases affect millions of Americans every day, and research is key to improving our ability to diagnose and treat these diseases. At the National Human Genome Research Institute, our researchers are creating foundational …
Research at NHGRI
NHGRI center focused on computationally intensive approaches to analyze large-scale genomic data and identifying genetic contributions to human disease.
… The Center for Genomics and Data Science Research focuses on the development and application of … intensive approaches to analyze large-scale genetic and genomic data, with a particular focus on identifying genetic contributions to human disease. … Center …
Jobs at NHGRI
NHGRI is seeking applications for the Director of Genetics Education (DGE) position for the Medical Genetics Training Programs, which plays a critical role in leading and overseeing all aspects of our ACGME-accredited programs.
… and guidance to residents on career development, research opportunities, and ethical considerations. … and consultations to enhance their understanding of genetic factors in various disease processes and empower them to confidently manage patients with potential genetic involvement. For a PhD Beyond expert diagnosis and …
News
To prevent an emerging genomic technology from contributing to health disparities, a scientific team funded by the National Institutes of Health has devised new ways to improve a genetic testing method called a polygenic risk score.
… Improved genetic tests more accurately assess disease risk regardless of genetic ancestry. … To prevent an emerging genomic technology … and ancestrally diverse genomic data from the All of Us Research Program, an NIH-funded initiative to collect health …
Event
On October 20, 2022, NHGRI and the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) continue their collaboration to present, "Historically Speaking: Exploring Diversity in the Fields of Genomics and Biomedical Sciences", a program that explores the experiences of renowned African American biomedical researchers and physicians.
… … Panelists … Panelists Cont'd … The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) and the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) continue their … a program that explores the experiences of renowned African American biomedical researchers and physicians. …
The Genomics Landscape
In the September 2019 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green details the American Society of Human Genetics' (ASHG) new strategic plan, which aims to get people everywhere to realize the benefits of genomics and genetics research.
… Eric Green, M.D., Ph.D. … The research community recently lost a key contributor to the … an informed public. Establishing how best to advance genetic and genomic literacy is a major challenge. No one … summary data. In addition, All of Us recently funded a genetic counseling resource to help participants understand …
Jobs at NHGRI
Postdoctoral positions are available in the laboratory of Dr. Daphne W. Bell, within the Cancer Genetics and Comparative Genomics Branch of the National Human Genome Research Institute, at NIH.
… Comparative Genomics Branch of the National Human Genome Research Institute, at NIH. … The Bell laboratory is seeking … a highly motivated postdoctoral candidate committed to research into the molecular underpinnings of uterine cancer. … clinically aggressive forms of endometrial cancer. Our research entails the functional annotation of somatic …
Jobs at NHGRI
Postdoctoral positions are available in the laboratory of Dr. Daphne W. Bell, within the Cancer Genetics and Comparative Genomics Branch of the National Human Genome Research Institute, at NIH.
… Comparative Genomics Branch of the National Human Genome Research Institute, at NIH. … The Bell laboratory is seeking … a highly motivated postdoctoral candidate committed to research into the molecular underpinnings of uterine cancer. … clinically aggressive forms of endometrial cancer. Our research entails the functional annotation of somatic …
News Release
NHGRI researchers investigated the Behcet's disease using Illumina's Immunochip.
… as well as vision destroying inflammation of the eyes. Research suggests the disease develops due to pathogen exposure, along with a mix of genetic and environmental risk factors, but their interaction … Dr. Daniel Kastner, M.D., Ph.D. News Release : Genetic mystery of Behcet's disease unfolds along the ancient …
News Release
Researchers show critical association between diabetes and previously unlinked ZRANB3 gene.
… may influence susceptibility to the disease in sub-Saharan African populations. The gene could also influence the … development of T2D in other populations and inform further research. In a study published in the journal Nature … of all humanity, to which all humans can trace their genetic origin,” said Francis S. Collins, M.D., Ph.D., …