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Diversity Center
The Pacific Center for Genome Research (PCGR) at the University of Hawaii at Manoa (UHM) aims to grow and support Genomic Research workforce at UHM, a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), which has a mission to serve historically underrepresented population in biomedical research, namely, Native Hawaiians and other Pacific Islanders.
… at the University of Hawaii at Manoa (UHM) aims to grow and support Genomic Research workforce at UHM, a Minority Serving … in biomedical research, namely, Native Hawaiians and other Pacific Islanders. … programs. Cultivate community engagement with the diverse populations of Hawai‘i and integrate genomics research with …
News
To prevent an emerging genomic technology from contributing to health disparities, a scientific team funded by the National Institutes of Health has devised new ways to improve a genetic testing method called a polygenic risk score.
… polygenic risk scores have not been effective for all populations, the researchers recalibrated these genetic tests … calculate the scores often heavily overrepresent people of European ancestry. “Recently, more and more studies … represented about three times as many individuals of non-European ancestry compared to other major datasets …
The Genomics Landscape
In the October 1, 2020 edition of The Genomics Landscape, Dr. Eric Green reflects on the last 30 years since the launch of the Human Genome Project.
… with the Human Genome Project successfully completed and genomics maturing into a well-respected discipline. I am … not an endeavor for a serious postdoctoral research fellow and that genomics was not a field with a bright future! But while it is great fun to reminisce (and NHGRI will be doing plenty of that over the next few …
The Genomics Landscape
In the July 2020 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green recalls the White House event announcing the draft human genome sequence.
… As is likely the case for many of your organizations, NHGRI and NIH are starting to bring some of our staff back to the physical workplace. This will obviously be a complex and lengthy process! As has been the case for the past few … or at our physical workspaces at NIH. To foster a safe and fair research and training environment, combating all …
News Release
NHGRI researchers have discovered that Mediterranean populations may be more susceptible to an autoinflammatory disease because of evolutionary pressure to survive the bubonic plague.
… Genomic variants that cause common periodic fever have spread in Mediterranean populations over centuries, potentially protecting people … Researchers have discovered that Mediterranean populations may be more susceptible to an autoinflammatory … research was provided by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, the National Institute of Arthritis …
About Genomics
In 2003, an accurate and complete human genome sequence was finished two years ahead of schedule and at a cost less than the original estimated budget.
… In 2003, an accurate and complete human genome sequence was finished and made available to scientists and researchers two years ahead of the original Human Genome … 99 percent of the human genome's gene-containing regions, and it has been sequenced to an accuracy of 99.99 percent. In …
The Genomics Landscape
In the March 2020 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green highlights the newly appointed Dr. Chris Gunter's role as Senior Advisor for Genomics Engagement as well as the 30 oral histories to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the launch of the Human Genome Project.
… month, I attended the annual Advances in Genome Biology and Technology (AGBT)  general meeting. The first such AGBT … with NIH Director Francis Collins giving the kickoff talk and multiple NHGRI grantees featured throughout the program. … NIH Director), Harold Varmus (former NIH Director), and Shirley Ann Jackson (President of Rensselaer Polytechnic …
About Genomics
The History of Genomics Program collects and organizes historic materials related to the field of genomics and NHGRI as an organization.
… NHGRI has launched a publicly available and keyword-searchable archive providing full digital access … historical artifacts from the Human Genome Project and other major genomics efforts. To receive more information … Program (IRP): Jefferey Trent, Eric Green, Dan Kastner and Charles Rotimi (our current director). To celebrate our …
News Release
Researchers show critical association between diabetes and previously unlinked ZRANB3 gene.
… Researchers show critical association between diabetes and previously unlinked ZRANB3 gene. … susceptibility to the disease in sub-Saharan African populations. The gene could also influence the development of … research studies have already implicated in T2D in mostly European ancestry populations. The work was funded by the …
About Genomics
A introduction to basic concepts in genomics to help you understand your genome, how it works, and how it impacts your health.
… healthcare provider about how to best treat your condition and avoid side effects. … your family. It includes tests for the biological father and mother to see what genetic variants they carry. The tests can help parents and healthcare providers make decisions before, during, and …