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Research Funding
NHGRI is initiating a new program-the Impact of Genomic Variation on Function (IGVF) Consortium to develop a framework for systematically understanding the effects of genomic variation on genome function and how these effects shape phenotypes.
… Center Multiscale functional characterization of genomic variation in human developmental disorders HG011996 Hyejung … Brigham and Women's Hospital Predicting the impact of genetic variants, genes and pathways on human disease … modeling of the functional and phenotypic impacts of genetic variants HG012064 Anshul Kundaje Stanford University …
Professional Development Programs
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) seeks qualified physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, 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.
… The ACMG/NIH Genomic Program Management Fellowship has been a deeply gratifying, … between fellows across clinical disciplines (PAs, NPs, genetic counselors) . In very simple words, you get to meet … working with researchers. I wanted to help improve genetic care and how we provide that care. What better place …
Talking Glossary
Structural variation refers to differences between genomes involving larger segments of DNA.
… Structural Variation … Structural variation refers to differences between genomes involving … Structural variation refers to differences between genomes involving … Structural variation refers to differences between genomes involving …
Fact Sheet
Genomic variation accounts for some of the differences among people, including important aspects of their health and susceptibility to diseases.
… The Big Picture  Genomic variation reflects the differences in a person’s DNA compared … comprehensive framework that aims to account for genomic variation across human populations, thereby reducing biases … goal is to have sufficient knowledge about genomic variation in all human populations, bringing equity in the …
Professional Development Programs
Provides exposure to the broader genomics community and experts in the field, with the opportunity to work on a genetics/genomics-related education projects under the mentorship of an ISCC-PEG member.
… Beeman, BS Ohio State University College of Medicine, Genetic Counseling Graduate Program, Columbus, OH Richard L. Haspel, M.D., Ph.D. Beth … Medical Center  Vanessa Smith, BS Master of Science, Genetic Counseling, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN … The Scholars Program provides exposure to the broader genomics community …
News Release
Grants are awarded to GTEx project to explore human gene expression and regulation in different tissues, and how genomic variation modulates that expression.
… regulated in different tissues, and the role that genomic variation plays in modulating that expression. … complement the current GTEx project in assessing genomic variation and gene expression," explained Simona Volpi, … Joshua Michael Akey, Ph.D. Somatic mutations - genetic mutations that are not inherited, but instead occur …
Research Training
This program offers training in a combined program of maternal-fetal medicine and medical genetics.
… The Metropolitan D.C. Medical Genetics Program also offers new subspecialty training in a combined program of maternal-fetal medicine and med genetics in … Center Maternal-Fetal Medicine-Medical Genetics Fellowship Program. … a unique training opportunity for understanding the genetic etiologies seen in prenatally diagnosed anomalies and …
News Release
Researchers identified regions of the genome associated with skin color variation in some African populations, furthering skin disease and cancer research.
… of the human genome that are associated with skin color variation in some African populations, opening new avenues … with skin color. Hands of people with skin color variation. Variation in skin color is one of the most … co-author of the study and senior investigator in the Genetic Disease Research Branch at NIH's National Human …
Talking Glossary
Genetics is the branch of biology concerned with the study of inheritance, including the interplay of genes, DNA variation and their interactions with environmental factors.
… of inheritance, including the interplay of genes, DNA variation and their interactions with environmental factors. … of inheritance, including the interplay of genes, DNA variation and their interactions with environmental factors. … of inheritance, including the interplay of genes, DNA variation and their interactions with environmental factors. …
Jobs at NHGRI
NHGRI is seeking applicants for the position of Program Director (PD) of Laboratory Genetics and Genomics (LGG) Fellowship & Director of Genetics Education (DGE), which plays a critical role in leading and overseeing all aspects of our ACGME-accredited programs.
… NHGRI is seeking applicants for the position of Program Director (PD) of Laboratory Genetics and Genomics … Laboratory Genetics and Genomics fellowship program; (2) develop and implement comprehensive curriculum … and certification; (3) work closely with clinicians, genetic counselors, staff scientists, and others to advance …