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Administrative
NHGRI branch responsible for education and community involvement programs to increase understanding of genomics and its ethical, legal, and social issues.
… The Education and Community Involvement Branch (ECIB) develops education and community involvement programs to engage a broad range of … the dissemination of information to teachers, students, and consumers. The branch acts as a liaison between the NHGRI and … Branch Staff …
News Release
Laura Koehly, Ph.D., has been named chief of NHGRI's Social and Behavioral Research Branch.
… Laura Koehly, Ph.D., has been named chief of the Social and Behavioral Research Branch (SBRB) in the Intramural Research Program at the National Human Research Institute (NHGRI), … such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and rare genetic conditions with a significant impact on …
News Release
NIH submits new policy that requires all NIH-funded investigators who conduct sensitive, health-related research be issued Certificates of Confidentiality.
… the National Institutes of Health (NIH) put forth a new policy which requires that all NIH-funded investigators who … studies collecting sensitive data; however, under the new policy, as of October 1, 2017, NIH-funded researchers and their institutions will automatically be issued a …
Research Funding
Policies and guidance regarding research funding from the NHGRI and the National Institutes of Health.
… The National Institutes of Health (NIH) Grants Policy Statement is the definitive resource for grants policy. Those interested in applying for a specific grant solicitation will find references and links to relevant policies within the grant announcement. … is the principal federal agency responsible for biomedical and behavioral research and research training. As such, it is …
Event
On March 15, 2021, NHGRI’s Policy and Program Analysis Branch hosted a panel discussion exploring a constant tension at multiple levels in genomics research and medicine, from patient-provider interactions to research engagement with marginalized communities.
… tension that spans all areas of biomedical research and clinical practice is the question of how experts can act … is best for those individuals. On March 15, 2021, NHGRI’s Policy and Program Analysis Branch hosted a panel discussion - Genetic … Striking the Balance Between Expert Perspective and Patient Autonomy …
Administrative
The Ethics Branch provides leadership, guidance and advice to NHGRI employees regarding ethical standards of conduct.
… of Ethical Conduct for Employees of the Executive Branch and the Supplemental Standards of Ethical Conduct for Employees of the Department of Health and Human Services. … to upholding the highest standards for patient safety and the ethical conduct of research. Such activities are …
Event
The Current Topics in Genome Analysis lecture series offers a mixture of local and outside speakers covering the major areas of genomics.
… An automated mailing list has been set up for this course, and we ask all participants to subscribe to this list. The … schedule. Click the link marked "Subscribe or Unsubscribe" and follow the instructions provided on the subsequent page … counselors, those involved with genetics and public policy, health educators, and other biomedical and clinical …
Research at NHGRI
The Medical Genetics Branch studies inherited disorders of metabolism and of human development.
… The Medical Genetics Branch (MGB) seeks to identify and understand inherited disorders of metabolism and of human development. MGB investigators focus on human … Projects performed at the biochemical, molecular, and cell biological levels involve the direct study of human …
Administrative
The Administrative Services Branch provides resources and services essential to the efficient operation of the National Human Genome Research Institute.
… National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) obtains and provides the resources and services essential to the … the Director, the Division of Management, the Division of Policy, Communications, and Education and the Extramural Research Program. … activities such as equipment purchases, meeting support and travel; and ensuring that funds are spent legally. The …
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, … to learn about grants management, collaboration and leadership. An immersive experience in various settings, … it allows for a deep dive into project, portfolio and program management at the forefront of genomics. The …