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Fact sheets explaining complex concepts in genomics research to a non-scientific audience.
… (NHGRI) has produced this series of fact sheets to explain complex concepts in genomics research to a non-scientific … Fact sheets explaining complex concepts in genomics research to a non-scientific … Fact sheets explaining complex concepts in genomics research to a non-scientific …
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The Clinical Sequencing Exploratory Research Consortium has offered an ethical framework to guide pediatricians in pursuing clinical sequencing studies.
… he added. Ethical issues in pediatrics are often more complex than in the medical treatment of adults, said Jean … child , the pediatrician can override them. "It's a more complex analysis," said Dr. McEwen, "You've got surrogate … Who should decide? The Complex Ethics of Pediatric Genome Sequencing …
Genetic Disorders
Tay-Sachs disease is a fatal genetic disorder that results in progressive destruction of the nervous system.
… Disease NINDS: Tay-Sachs Disease Information Page Genetics Home Reference: Tay-Sachs disease GARD: Tay-Sachs …
Research at NHGRI
The Metabolic, Cardiovascular and Inflammatory Disease Genomics Branch studies the genomic and social determinants of complex diseases.
… (MCIDGB) studies the genomic and social determinants of complex diseases. … advances research into the role of culture, lifestyle, genetics and genomics in disease etiology, differential … that explore the patterns and determinants of common, complex diseases in populations in the United States and …
Talking Glossary
GMO (short for “genetically modified organism”) is a plant, animal or microbe in which one or more changes have been made to the genome, typically using high-tech genetic engineering, in an attempt to alter the characteristics of an organism.
Genetic Disorders
Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease is a genetic disorder characterized by the growth of numerous cysts in both kidneys.
… of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases MedlinePlus Genetics Home Reference PKD Foundation American Kidney Fund …
Research at NHGRI
The Genetics and Molecular Biology Branch uses genomic technologies to study the human genome and other organisms and disease mechanisms.
… The Genetics and Molecular Biology Branch uses state-of-the-art … Genetics and Molecular Biology Branch … The Genetics and Molecular Biology Branch uses genomic … The Genetics and Molecular Biology Branch uses genomic …
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.
… Other names for WAGR syndrome that are used are: WAGR Complex Wilms' Tumor-Aniridia-Genitourinary Anomalies-Mental … National Wilms' Tumor Study National Eye Institute (NEI) Genetics and Rare Diseases Information Center Finding …
Genetic Disorders
Osteogenesis imperfecta is a genetic disorder that causes a person's bones to break easily, often from little or no apparent trauma.
… COL1A2 . Additional Resources on Osteogenesis Imperfecta Genetics Home Reference: Osteogenesis imperfecta Medline … Imperfecta Medscape: Osteogenesis Imperfecta Medscape: Genetics of Osteogenesis Imperfecta …
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 …