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The Genomics Landscape
In the January 2018 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green features the NIH Intramural Sequencing Center.
… The NIH Intramural Sequencing Center  (NISC) sits on the top floor of a research … essentially unchanged in >20 years: provide contemporary genome-sequencing capabilities for intramural researchers at … Over the years, NISC has expanded its genome-sequencing program to include medically-oriented projects that aim to …
Research Training
The Summer Internship Program in Biomedical Research provides students the opportunity to perform biomedical research with some of the world's best scientists.
… The Summer Internship Program in Biomedical Research provides students at all … The program immerses students in a unique environment devoted to … the student receives in the laboratory, students in the program attend the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Summer …
Infographic
An infographic that explains why it was so difficult to fully complete the human genome sequence.
… Why was it so difficult to fully complete the human genome sequence? The Human Genome Project ended in 2003, but genomic researchers had not … yet determined every last base (or letter) of the human genome sequence. Instead, they had only completed about 92% … The human genome contains a massive amount of DNA. The human genome …
Research Funding
NHGRI's programs and projects support research in one of six domains to advance the field of genomics and improve human health.
… $1000 Genome Program Genetic Association Information Network (GAIN) … (GGR) Gene Environment Association Studies (GENEVA) Human Genome Project (HGP) International HapMap Project … (IGNITE) Knockout Mouse Program (KOMP) Large-Scale Genome Sequencing and Analysis Centers (LSAC) Model Organism …
News Release
Researchers and clinicians are sequencing human genomes faster than ever, so considering the societal implications of genomic data is even crucial.
… NHGRI hosted a Reddit "Ask Me Anything" (AMA) with ELSI program directors and NHGRI policy experts. Our hosts were … Lawrence Brody, Ph.D., division director; Joy Boyer, B.A., program director; Dave Kaufman, Ph.D., program director; Nicole Lockhart, Ph.D., program director, …
Professional Development Programs
The JHU/NIH Genetic Counseling Training Program addresses the growing need for genetic counseling services.
… 2024 Update: The NIH-funded Genetic Counseling Training Program is temporarily pausing admissions to undergo … field. To get involved, or for questions, please contact Program Director Lori Erby at lori.erby@nih.gov . Drawing on … outstanding research institutions, the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) and National Cancer …
Research Training
This program provides doctoral and medical graduates the opportunity to use genomic approaches to advance the growing area of health disparities research
… The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) Intramural Health … The program is intended to address not only basic, clinical, or … two recent NHGRI fellows: Health disparities research program life-changing for postdoctoral fellows Eligibility … candidate's area of interest. Final acceptance into the program is contingent upon identification of an appropriate …
Media Advisory
On Monday, June 24, 2019, Newborn Sequencing in Genomic Medicine and Public Health (NSIGHT) program investigators will present genomic research findings on implications for health and care of newborns during a public webinar session from 1:30 - 5:15 p.m Eastern.
… newborns at the final public session of the National Human Genome Research Institute’s Newborn Sequencing in Genomic Medicine and Public Health (NSIGHT) program. NSIGHT investigators will present their work … the building. The event will also be streamed live at: www.genome.gov/genometvlive . Who:  Anastasia Wise, Ph.D., …
Event
Webinar to discuss NHGRI's support of a new Human Genome Reference Program beginning in fiscal year 2020.
… NHGRI will fund a new Human Genome Reference Program (HGRP) beginning in fiscal year 2020. The program will consist of a coordinating center, high quality … Human Genome Reference Program Webinar … Webinar to discuss NHGRI's support of a new Human Genome Reference Program beginning in fiscal year 2020. …
Research Training
An opportunity for medical school graduates to complete a combined, five-year residency program in pediatrics and medical genetics.
… The Combined Pediatrics and Medical Genetics Residency Program is a remarkable opportunity for medical school … graduates to complete a combined, five-year residency program in pediatrics and medical genetics. … The Combined Pediatrics and Medical Genetics Residency Program, offered in conjunction with Children's National …