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News Release
On March 16, Rep. Louise M. Slaughter (D-N.Y.), lead author of the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA), passed away at the age of 88.
… 2008 (GINA), passed away at the age of 88. … An Advocate for Genomics Rep. Slaughter was a strong advocate for genomics research, and her work on GINA helped to create protections …
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 levels the opportunity to … disease, leading to the development of novel methods for the detection, prevention and treatment of heritable and … on their educational level. Students are responsible for travel expenses and making their own housing …
Research Funding
The $1,000 Genome Program was a coordinated effort to support the development of technologies to dramatically reduce the cost of DNA sequencing, a move aimed at broadening the applications of genomic information in medical research and health care.
… the applications of genomic information in biomedical research and health care. Some of the successes of this … at the May 2003 meeting of the National Advisory Council for Human Genome Research (NACHGR). Describing future plans for NHGRI’s Sequencing Technology Development Program, the …
Research Training
The NHGRI Social and Behavioral Research Branch invites recent graduates to pursue multidisciplinary training in genomics and health.
… The Social and Behavioral Research Branch (SBRB), an intramural research branch of the … recent graduates to pursue multidisciplinary training in genomics and health. … Researchers in SBRB investigate … factors that facilitate translation of genomic discoveries for health promotion, disease prevention, genetic counseling, …
Policies and Guidance
Text, graphics, videos, illustrations and other information on NHGRI websites are in the public domain, unless indicated.
… and other information on National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) websites are in the public domain, … case, please be sure to cite the correct copyright owner. For information about these copyright owners, how they can be … Copyright Policy, Image Use Policy, Public Domain Imagery, Genomics Information, Genomics Imagery … Text, graphics, …
Research at NHGRI
The NHGRI Division of Intramural Research aims to advance the frontiers of genetics and genomics.
… Research is to advance the frontiers of genetics and genomics. … We aim to be world leaders in the translation of genomic knowledge into tools and approaches for improving the treatment, prognosis, and prevention of … discoveries is essential for improving health literacy and informed decision-making. Conducting ethical research . We …
The Genomics Landscape
In the April 2020 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green provides an update on the final stage of the Genomics2020 strategic planning process; the NIH website for COVID-19 information, the Gene documentary debut on PBS and more.
… COVID-19, has upended our lives in many ways. The need for social distancing has led most of us to hunker down in … So, on behalf of NHGRI, I would like to offer up some genomics-related diversions. First, anticipating interest in … for identifying the highest-priority areas of genomics research and for engaging the research community to maximize …
News Release
Oral history videos feature conversations with genomics researchers and an interactive discussion with the institute's three directors.
… history videos released today by the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) features candid conversations with pioneering genomics researchers and an interactive discussion with the … work mapping the yeast genome in 1979 helped pave the way for sequencing large segments of the human genome, and Ewan …
News Release
Researchers and clinicians are sequencing human genomes faster than ever, so considering the societal implications of genomic data is even crucial.
… Ph.D., program director, all in NHGRI's Division of Genomics and Society; and Cristina Kapustij, M.S., Sonya … our ancestry to the promise of precision medicine for all individuals and populations.The Ethical, Legal and Social Implications (ELSI) Research Program at the National Human Genome Research …
Research at NHGRI
NHGRI researchers work with patients and families to understand of how genes influence disease and develop more effective diagnostics and treatments.
… (NIH), clinical researchers at the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) are leading a new era in medicine … of the biological basis of disease will pave the way for more effective ways to diagnose, treat and prevent … Finland in the quest to determine the genetic risk factors for adult-onset, Type II diabetes. Analyzing data gathered in …