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NHGRI researchers have released new educational materials to help the sickle cell disease community learn about gene therapies for the disease.
… Collaborative effort aims to help patients and their support networks navigate emerging developments in … of the National Institutes of Health. The Democratizing Education for Sickle Cell Disease Gene Therapy Project, led … by Vence Bonham Jr., J.D., NHGRI acting deputy director and associate investigator in the Social and Behavioral …
Staff
Christopher Williams, Ph.D. served as the Deputy Chief of NHGRI's Education and Community Involvement Branch from 2024 to 2025.
… Williams, Ph.D. served as the Deputy Chief of NHGRI's Education and Community Involvement Branch from 2024 to 2025. He previously … Williams, Ph.D. served as the Deputy Chief of NHGRI's Education and Community Involvement Branch from 2024 to 2025. … Williams, Ph.D. served as the Deputy Chief of NHGRI's Education and Community Involvement Branch from 2024 to 2025. …
Staff
Rosann Wise is a program analyst in the Education and Community Involvement Branch at the National Human Genome Research Institute.
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… National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) in the Education and Community Involvement Branch (ECIB). In her role, Ms. Wise … Rosann Wise, genomics education, genomic literacy, genomics resources for teachers, … Rosann Wise, genomics education, genomic literacy, genomics resources for teachers, …
For Patients and Families
The partnership engages communities on genomics, informs and shares perspectives, and impacts the focus of research.
… The Partnership for Community Outreach and Engagement in Genomics brings together community liaisons and health advocates representing diverse populations to … by the National Human Genome Research Institute's (NHGRI) Education and Community Involvement Branch, the Partnership …
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 … three target audiences: K-16 students, the general public, and healthcare providers. … on creating collaborations among new and existing genomic education and engagement programs to advance genomic …
Event
The NHGRI Education and Community Involvement Branch is co-hosting a webinar on January 9 with the Undergraduate Genetics Education Network that will explore the changing landscape of genetics from a largely descriptive field and emerging creative fields.
… For questions and comments, please contact Beth Tuck at … The NHGRI Education and Community Involvement Branch is co-hosting a webinar on … Preparing Students to Explore the Forefront of Research and Design … The NHGRI Education and Community Involvement Branch is co-hosting a …
CRGGH is now part of the newly-created Metabolic, Cardiovascular, and Inflammatory Disease Genomics Branch.
… this reorganization, the Center for Research on Genomics and Global Health (CRGGH) is now part of the newly-created Metabolic, Cardiovascular, and Inflammatory Disease Genomics Branch (MCIDGB). … appreciated with the increased interaction between CRGGH and other MCIDGB groups, including those of Dan Kastner , …
Research at NHGRI
The Democratizing Education for Sickle Cell Disease Gene Therapy project developed patient-focused educational materials for the sickle cell community.
… throughout the body. In December 2023, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved two gene therapies to … worked together to develop content for the Democratizing Education for Sickle Cell Disease Gene Therapy Project, which … with other organizations and individuals. These education materials reflect the priorities and perspectives …
News Release
A new educational resource funded by the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) is now available to improve genomic literacy among physicians.
… physicians. The Universal Genomics Instructor Handbook and Toolkit provides materials and guidance for educators implementing introductory training … the curriculum has been adapted for cardiology, neurology and ophthalmology audiences. The "plug and play" exercises …
News Release
The Genetics and Public Policy and Genetics and Education Fellowships provide a pathway for scientists to pursue careers in science policy or education.
… A Pathway to Science Policy and Education Careers One way to ensure that genomic … Teresa: My first rotation was in NHGRI's Education and Community Involvement Branch. I've been working on a project … fellowships fulfill critical need in science policy and education …