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The genome is the entire set of genetic instructions found in a cell.
… set of genetic instructions found in a cell. … Genome, Genomics, DNA Sequence, Human Genome Project, Genes … The …
The Genomics Landscape
In the October 2019 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green focuses on recent efforts to make the human genome reference sequence useful to basic and clinical researchers and how increasing the representation of human genomic variation will remain key components of NHGRI’s Human Genome Reference Program.
… fourth annual International Summit in Human Genetics and Genomics at NIH last month. The month-long summit is designed … infrastructure, systems, and technologies in genetics and genomics. The summit, which aims to help the international … workshops will focus on data science challenges facing the genomics research community. Details about these will be …
The Genomics Landscape
In the February 2018 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green highlights the new director of NHGRI's Division of Genome Sciences.
… and accomplishments from the institute and the field of genomics.  … Carolyn M. Hutter, Ph.D., has been selected as … originally joined NHGRI in 2013 as the team lead for The Cancer Genome Atlas (TCGA), after serving as a program director in the National Cancer Institute (NCI) Epidemiology and Genomics Research …
The Genomics Landscape
In the January 2025 issue of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green announces the appointment of Erin Ramos as the new director of the Division of Genome Sciences (DGSci).
… The new year is getting off to a typical genomics-energized start for NHGRI. We just updated our … — Sarah Tishkoff, Ph.D. 2024 Jeffrey M. Trent Lecture in Cancer Research — Elaine Ostrander, Ph.D. Funding … Analysis and Integration of Existing Data to Elucidate Cancer Risk and Related Outcomes Biomedical Research …
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.
… , chief and NIH distinguished investigator in NHGRI’s Cancer Genetics and Comparative Genomics Branch, recently led a study that characterized … the laboratory of Elaine Ostrander, Ph.D. , chief of the Cancer Genetics and Comparative Genomics Branch . …  April …
The Genomics Landscape
In the September 2023 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green, recaps the April 2023 virtual reunion of the leaders of the five genome-sequencing centers (G5), where they tell the untold story on how they ushered the Human Genome Project across the finish line in 2003.
… times a year, NHGRI convenes NACHGR, a group of leading genomics experts who advise the institute about all aspects … starting at 10:30 a.m. ET to hear updates about NHGRI and genomics. The American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) … NIH unveils comprehensive proteogenomic dataset to help cancer researchers unravel molecular mysteries For skeletal …
The Genomics Landscape
In the May 2018 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green highlights the Human Genome Project receiving the 2017 Prince Mahidol Award.
… increase. As mentioned in last month's issue of The Genomics Landscape,  the first Town Hall for the 'Genomics 2020' strategic planning process will happen … Research NIH Completes In-Depth Genomic Analysis of 33 Cancer Types NIH Researchers Use Genomics to Set Squamous …
History of Genomics Program
The NHGRI History of Genomics Archive is a digital archive that holds a wealth of materials from the early stages of the Human Genome Project and provides a unique and detailed look into how the field has developed in the decades following.
… for any materials upon request.  … The NHGRI History of Genomics Archive is composed of the papers and materials of … site with any questions or requests. … NHGRI History of Genomics Program staff are committed to describing materials … the values and practices of NHGRI or the History of Genomics Program. Conventions and language change over time, …
The Genomics Landscape
In the March 2024 issue of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green spotlights the Centers of Excellence in Genomic Science (CEGS) Program evaluation.
… NIH’s data ecosystem, something of critical importance for genomics. In addition, Sean’s own research group will be … groups of investigators and tackling major genomics challenges. The centers are required to develop … ingenuity in genetics research. With a history in studying cancer genetics, Dr. Ostrander’s primary research focuses on …
Clinical Studies
The IDENTIFY Study is a study exploring how prenatal blood test results for the baby might also detect cancer in the mother.
… asymptomatic person.   I’ve already been diagnosed with cancer. Can I still participate? Yes. If you were diagnosed with cancer after receiving an abnormal or non-reportable NIPT … participants for up to 5 years. If you are diagnosed with cancer, we will collect information from you, but you will …