Current sequencing technology, genomic literacy and the ethical, legal and social implications of genomic research are among the reports that staff will present at the open session, public meeting of the National Advisory Council for Human Genome Research (NACHGR). See the meeting live and online beginning at 8:30 a.m., Feb. 13, 2012.
Rare lethal disorder traced to variant of the PIGA gene on the X chromosome
NHGRI researchers used next-generation genomic sequencing to identify the gene alteration in a previously unknown disorder in newborns. The study was published in the February 2, 2012 issue of the American Journal of Human Genetics. Read more
Health disparities research program proves life-changing for postdoctoral fellows
Bashira Charles, Ph.D., and Keisha Findley, Ph.D., recent fellows in NHGRI's Intramural Health Disparities Postdoctoral Fellowship Program, used genetic and genomic approaches in the area of health disparities research. Hear about their experiences conducting research, which supported their own, profound scientific growth. Read more
NHGRI to hold second public meeting on proposed reorganization
The National Human Genome Research Institute will hold the second and final public meeting on its proposed reorganization on Feb. 13 at 1 p.m. Eastern. The public meeting will be held via webcast and teleconference call. Read more Read about the proposed reorganization
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