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Diversity Center
Meharry Medical College establishes a Diversity Center for Genome Research (DCGR) that will narrow inequitable representation gaps for underrepresented, disadvantaged minority by realizing their vision to promote African ancestry genomic research through infrastructure building and the formation of basic, clinical, and computational science research teams that are inclusive, interdisciplinary, and community-engaged.
… Meharry Medical College (MMC) is committed to bridging the gaps for … and processes supporting academic excellence in genomics research of populations with African ancestry. … at the Diversity Center for Genome Research at Meharry Medical College centers on the genetic basis of chronic …
News Release
NIH will support research that incorporates DNA sequence information into electronic medical records.
… that incorporates DNA sequence information into electronic medical records. The goal of research conducted by the Electronic Medical Records and Genomics (eMERGE) network is to better understand the genomic …
News Release
Evaluating genetic features of inherited diseases by sequencing the genetic code helps with the cost and time challenges in medical practice.
… of the National Human Genome Research Institute's (NHGRI) Medical Genomics and Metabolic Genetics Branch. But even with the … without its challenges. With more genomic advances in the medical arena comes a wider gap in training scientists and …
Research Training
A one-year fellowship program that trains highly motivated physicians to diagnose, manage, and counsel patients with inborn errors of metabolism.
… The Medical Biochemical Genetics Fellowship Program is a one-year … patients with inborn errors of metabolism. … Like the Medical Genetics Residency Program, this program is … DC, Kennedy-Krieger Institute and University of Maryland Medical System in Baltimore, MD, and the State of Maryland …
15 Ways Genomics Influences Our World
Genomics is helping us choose the right medication at the right dose for each patient.
… Genomics is helping us choose the right medication at the … and researchers are constantly seeking both to optimize medical treatments and to avoid adverse (or negative) … Pharmacogenomics Knowledge Database  and speak with your medical care team. And, if you'd like to be part of a …
News Release
A new genome-based technology for demystifying undiagnosed illnesses - even rare childhood diseases - is moving into general medical practice.
… - is moving from research laboratories into general medical practice. Now, two leading scientists have sketched … M.D., M.P.H., of Brigham and Women's Hospital and Harvard Medical School, Boston, note in the June 19, 2014, issue of … of Medicine (NEJM) . Biesecker, chief of NHGRI's Medical Genomics and Metabolic Genetics Branch, predicted that about …
Staff
Dr. Robb Rowley is an Internal Medicine Physician and a program director for the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) Electronic Medical Records and Genomics (eMERGE) Network.
… Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) Electronic Medical Records and Genomics (eMERGE) Network. The national Network combines DNA biorepositories with electronic medical record (EMR) systems for large scale, high-throughput …
News Release
NIH awarded grants to six medical centers to select from the most difficult-to-solve medical cases and develop effective approaches to diagnose them.
… National Institutes of Health has awarded grants to six medical centers around the country to select from the most difficult-to-solve medical cases and together develop effective approaches to … Institute. "Along with robust clinical evaluations, genomics will play a central role in the UDN's mission." Dr. …
Professional Development Programs
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) seeks qualified physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners and genetic counselors interested in acquiring credentials and experience to lead genomic medicine research and implementation programs at the NIH, major medical centers and other organizations.
… portfolio and program management at the forefront of genomics. The keystone of this program is sage mentorship … position: Visiting Assistant Professor, Department of Medical and Molecular Genetics, Indiana University School of … research and implementation programs at the NIH, major medical centers and other organizations. Location: Bethesda, …
Event
Workshop highlighting accomplishments of eMERGE network and and identifying gaps, challenges and future opportunities in genomic medicine research.
… entitled eMERGE and Beyond: The Future of EHR and Genomics on October 30th, 2017.  The Electronic Medical Records and Genomics (eMERGE) network conducts … data from large biorepositories linked to electronic medical records. The workshop highlighted accomplishments of …