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In June 2013, the Supreme Court determined that DNA in its natural form cannot be patented.
… to the Code, a patent may only be granted on "any new and useful process, machine, manufacture, or composition of matter, or any new and useful improvement thereof." Laws of nature, natural … in 2003 all of the human gene sequences were in the public domain and, therefore, prior art. Finally, many argued …
Educational Resources
Cytogenetics is the branch of genetics that studies the structure of DNA within the cell nucleus.
… Cytogenetics … Cytogenetics is the branch of genetics that studies the structure of DNA within … is a branch of biology focused on the study of chromosomes and their inheritance, especially as applied to medical … During cell division, these structures become condensed and are visible with a microscope. Special staining …
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NHGRI launched a Reddit Science "Ask Me Anything" series to share our genomics expertise with the public through online question and answer sessions.
… (AMA) series to share our genomics expertise with the public through online question and answer sessions. Through AMAs, anyone with an internet connection can pick the brains of our scientists and other genomics experts in real time and learn more about …
Staff
Dr. Rudy Pozzatti is the chief of NHGRI's Scientific Review Branch.
… Institute (NHGRI). As the chief of NHGRI Scientific Review Branch, he shares responsibility for overseeing the review of all grant applications and contract proposals assigned to NHGRI for Institute … perform the second-level of review for grant applications and to help set the institute's extramural program …
Funding Opportunities
Guidance that covers: (1) Letters of Intent; (2) NHGRI’s Genomic Data Sharing Expectations (3) Applications requesting more than $500K direct costs in any year; and (4) Communication with NHGRI Program Staff.
… (LOIs)  NHGRI requests Letters of Intent in all its RFAs and PARs. This section describes what is included in LOIs and what additional information is important for program … to NIH policy, LOIs are not required, are not binding, and do not enter into the review of a subsequent application. …
News and Events
The NHGRI image gallery provides photography and artwork related to the genomics research, people and programs of the institute. Unless otherwise noted, images are in the public domain.
… provides imagery related to the genomics research, people, and programs of the institute. Unless otherwise noted, images are in the public domain and may be used, linked or reproduced without permission. …
Staff
Dr. David Miller is the incoming chief of NHGRI's Scientific Review Branch.
… … Dr. David Miller is the Chief of the Scientific Review Branch in the Division of Extramural Operations at the … initiatives, as well as program project grant applications and training grant applications. These scientific programs … on Aging where his research focused on the cellular and molecular mechanisms of Parkinson’s disease. Before …
Outreach
Frequently asked questions about National DNA Day - a unique day when students, teachers, and the public can learn more about genetics and genomics.
… What is National DNA Day and why is it important? National DNA Day commemorates the … successful completion of the Human Genome Project in 2003 and the discovery of DNA's double helix by James Watson and … This annual celebration offers students, teachers and the public many exciting opportunities to learn about the latest …
News Release
Four NHGRI researchers share the steps toward a career in genomics with 60 Brooklyn-area high school students.
… Findley's high school biology teacher made science fun and interesting, inspiring her to pursue a career in science. … Institute's (NHGRI) Social and Behavioral Research Branch. She studies the skin microbiome and leg ulcers in … she will continue to talk to high school students and the public about her experiences in genomic research. "They were …
Staff
Christopher Williams, Ph.D. is the Deputy Chief of NHGRI's Education and Community Involvement Branch.
… Christopher Williams is the Deputy Chief of the Education and Community Involvement Branch at NHGRI. He previously worked as the STEM Education … engaged 3rd-12th grade teachers, students and the general public by sharing the stories of African Americans and their …