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Genetic Disorders
Neurofibromatosis is a genetic neurological disorder that can affect the brain, spinal cord, nerves and skin.
… Neurofibromatosis Network Medline Plus: Neurofibromatosis Genetics Home Reference: Neurofibromatosis Type 1 Genetics Home Reference: Neurofibromatosis Type 2 Children's …
Research Funding
Frequently asked questions for Investigator-Initiated Research on Genetic Counseling Processes and Practices FOAs (RFA-HG-20-048 and RFA-HG-20-049).
…  Can the proposed research be centered within a specialty genetics clinic? Yes, the FOAs are seeking applications that … that have a genetic mechanism. Research within specialty genetics clinics may be proposed as long as it is broadly …
Genetic Disorders
Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disease that causes the body to produce thick, sticky mucus that clogs the lungs, leads to infection, and blocks the pancreas.
… Additional Resources for Cystic Fibrosis Information Genetics Home Reference Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Cystic … Fibrosis: Your Genes, Your Health What is Cystic Fibrosis? Genetics and Rare Diseases Information Center Finding …
Genetic Disorders
WAGR syndrome is a genetic condition caused by a deletion of genes located on chromosome 11, often causing eye problems and increased risk of cancer in babies.
… National Wilms' Tumor Study National Eye Institute (NEI) Genetics and Rare Diseases Information Center Finding …
Event
NHGRI is hosting a workshop - Identifying Research Priorities to Accelerate genetic Diagnosis - on April 16-17, 2024.
… of Pennsylvania 12:00 PM - Lunch 1:00 PM – Session 3: Genetics, it’s Complicated Moderator: Jennifer Troyer, NHGRI … used methods for determining causal variants underlying Mendelian disease. Although WES and WGS have proven to be … to advance our understanding of the genetic cause of Mendelian conditions and to increase the solve rate for rare …
Genetic Disorders
Wilson disease is a rare genetic condition that causes a person's body to store too much of the mineral copper, leading to organ damage that may cause death.
Event
The Journeys in Human Genetics and Genomics Colloquium is part of a training partnership between ASHG and NHGRI to showcase the depth and breadth of exciting scientific, clinical, and societal elements of human genetics and genomics at an introductory level as well as to illustrate the myriad associated career opportunities.
… The Journeys in Human Genetics and Genomics Colloquium is part of a training partnership between the American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) and the National Human Genome Research … scientific, clinical, and societal elements of human genetics and genomics at an introductory level as well as to …
Staff
Dr. Brian Brooks is an adjunct investigator in NHGRI's Center for Precision Health Research.
… prevention and treatment strategies. Dr. Brooks applies Mendelian and complex genetics approaches to studying uveal coloboma in patients. … result in hypomorphic allelels in mouse and human. PloS Genetics , 6(3):e1000870. 2010. [ PubMed ] Nichols L, Alur … Brian Brooks, congenital malformation, Mendelian genetics, complex genetics …
Research at NHGRI
The NHGRI Cancer Genetics and Comparative Genomics Branch identifies and study genes that contribute to cancer susceptibility and progression.
… The Cancer Genetics and Comparative Genomics Branch seeks to identify … studies. In summary, the scientists of the Cancer Genetics and Comparative Genomics Branch work in a highly … Cancer Genetics and Comparative Genomics Branch … The Cancer Genetics and Comparative Genomics Branch identifies and study …
Event
On November 16-17, 2023, the National Human Genome Institute will co-sponsor a workshop, Advances in the Genetic Architecture of Complex Human Traits, to take a historically grounded and forward-looking approach towards dissecting the genetic architecture of complex traits in humans.
… vs behavioral traits)?  If there is a tight coupling of genetics and environment and potentially GxE effects, how … The resemblance among relatives and understanding of Mendelian inheritance were early foci of human genetics that naturally emphasized family-based studies and …