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When analysis of a patient’s genome identifies a variant, but it is unclear whether that variant is actually connected to a health condition, the finding is called a variant of uncertain significance (abbreviated VUS).
Educational Resources
Genomic variation refers to diversity in gene frequencies.
… refers to DNA sequence differences among individuals or populations. Some variants influence biological function …
The Genomics Landscape
In April 6, 2023 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director, Eric Green, M.D., Ph.D., talks about how NHGRI will hold a symposium on National DNA Day, April 25, highlighting relevant and interesting topics in genomics and concluding with the annual Louise M. Slaughter National DNA Day Lecture.
…   … The dogs of Chernobyl: Demographic insights into populations inhabiting the nuclear exclusion zone Spatola et … Power Plant. The study found two genetically distinct populations of dogs living in the industrial areas of the …
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… Roundtable on Inclusion and Engagement of Underrepresented Populations in Genomics National Human Genome Research … with the inclusion and engagement of underrepresented populations in genomics research. The roundtable discussed the lack of ancestrally diverse populations represented in genomic studies and how that …
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Administrative supplements may be submitted throughout the fiscal year, but should be requested at least 90 days prior to the anticipated need and no later than by May 15.
… application, or To provide funding for special populations to enter or re-enter biomedical research. Check … Needs … Administrative Supplements for Special Populations … How to Apply for Administrative Supplements … …
Talking Glossary of Genetic Terms
Race is a fluid concept used to group people according to various factors including, ancestral background and social identity.
… across nations, regions and the world. Race divides human populations into groups often based on physical appearance, …
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The E​MERGE Network develops, disseminates and applies approaches to research that combine biorepositories with electronic medical record systems.​
… select conditions can be generated reliably across diverse populations and help inform clinical decisions about the … and validate polygenic risk scores (PRS) in diverse populations for 10 conditions, combine PRS results with …
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Polymorphism involves one of two or more variants of a particular DNA sequence.
… DNA sequence that can occur among different individuals or populations. The most common type of polymorphism involves …
The Genomics Landscape
In the February 2024 issue of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green spotlights the Genome Statute and Legislation Database, which recently received a major revamp to help researchers, policy analysts, and the public more easily find state-level legislation related to genomics.
… plan written on a napkin to a laboratory in the sub-subbasement to shredding up brochures at an institute … ranging from cells and tissues to families and populations. Many talks covered research beyond humans, …