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The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) has a strong tradition of audacious thinking and effective strategic planning that has led to advances that today are enabling some of the most high-profile initiatives in biomedical research. In keeping with this, NHGRI's leadership team has prioritized several initiatives that will directly stimulate and achieve highly impactful and generalizable progress in genomics that will benefit the efforts of others for years to come.

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2020 NHGRI Strategic Vision

This vision describes the most compelling research priorities and opportunities in human genomics for the coming decade, signaling a new era in genomics for NHGRI and the field.

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at NHGRI

NHGRI's commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within our Institute to achieve the highest level of genomic innovation, reduce health disparities and foster health equity in areas related to genomics and genomic medicine.

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Building a Diverse Genomics Workforce

NHGRI articulates goals and objectives to increase the number of individuals from diverse backgrounds in genomics.

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NHGRI efforts to support the NIH UNITE Initiative

NHGRI will play a crucial role in the NIH UNITE initiative to promote equity, diversity, and inclusion in genomics.

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History of Genomics Program

The History of Genomics Program collects and organizes historic materials related to the field of genomics and NHGRI as an organization.

Last updated: October 7, 2021