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African scientists and collaborators gathered in Pointe aux Piments in Mauritius for the 9th Human Health and Heredity in Africa Consortium Meeting.
… In October, African scientists and collaborators gathered in Pointe aux Piments in Mauritius for the 9th Human Health and Heredity in Africa ( H3Africa ) Consortium Meeting. … gathered in Pointe aux Piments in Mauritius for the 9th Human Health and Heredity in Africa ( H3Africa ) Consortium …
The Genomics Landscape
In the November 3, 2022 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director, Eric Green, M.D., Ph.D., reflects on the important genomics legacy of the Human Heredity and Health in Africa (H3Africa) program as it comes to an end.
… of the discovery of the double-helical structure of DNA and the 10th anniversary of the completion of the Human Genome Project . After traveling to 12 states and … last time! Finally, did you know that November is Family Health History Month ? Knowing and acting on your family …
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NIH Center for Research on Genomics and Global Health is participating in the H3Africa Consortium's effort to develop an African-specific genotyping array.
… Researchers have made a good start in identifying and understanding genetic mutations that have … can increase the risk of other diseases in Africans and people of African descent. Mutations in the gene APOL1 , … and Inflammatory Disease Genomics Branch at the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), part of NIH. People …
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Two grants will support studies on genomic literacy among Africans relating to research conducted in Africa by African investigators.
… investigators. The three-year grants are part of the Human Heredity and Health in Africa (H3Africa) program, funded by the … will support a research project to understand cultural and language concepts of genomics in Nigeria. The goal is to … in the Division of Genomic Medicine at the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), part of NIH. "We …
Staff
Dr. Jennifer Troyer is the director of NHGRI's Division of Extramural Operations.
… the institute’s extramural research grants, operations and policies. NHGRI's ERP reviews and manages external … support the institute’s mission to use genomics to advance human health. Dr. Troyer joined the NHGRI Extramural Research … She also served as coordinator for the Common Fund Human Heredity and Health in Africa (H3Africa) program as part of …
Leadership Initiatives
The Genomic Literacy, Education, and Engagement Initiative is a national campaign to enhance genomic literacy.
… The Genomic Literacy, Education, and Engagement (GLEE) Initiative is envisioned as a national campaign to enhance … three target audiences: K-16 students, the general public, and healthcare providers. … make informed healthcare-related decisions, the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) envisioned the GLEE …
Leadership Initiatives
NHGRI aims to ensure all populations are knowledgeable about and can participate in genomics research.
… The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) wants to ensure that … about the science underpinning the Human Genome Project and genomics research, and have the opportunity to participate in various ways, such as becoming research scientists, … The Human Genome Project, perhaps the greatest scientific …
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NIH-backed African scientists are engaged in a global research endeavor to understand the genetic basis of disease in all populations.
… NIH-backed African scientists are engaged in a global research endeavor to understand the genetic basis of disease in all populations. But this can only be done by including … populations contain the oldest and most diverse set of human genes. However, most studies of the human genome have …
About NHGRI
NHGRI's leadership team has prioritized initiatives to stimulate and achieve highly impactful progress in genomics that will benefit the efforts of others.
… The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) has a strong tradition of audacious thinking and effective strategic planning that has led to advances … are enabling some of the most high-profile initiatives in biomedical research. In keeping with this, NHGRI's …
Research Funding
Frequently asked questions for Investigator-Initiated Research on Genetic Counseling Processes and Practices FOAs (RFA-HG-20-048 and RFA-HG-20-049).
… Funding Opportunity Announcements ( RFA-HG-20-048 and RFA-HG-20-049 )  Can a genetic counselor consultant … part of the research team including being involved in research design, implementation, and analyses, not just providing advice and guidance.  Can I … Research on Genetic Counseling Processes and Practices FOAs …