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NHGRI researchers have generated the largest catalog of genetic variants associated with physical traits for domesticated dog breeds.
… if variants associated with dog body structure, behavior and life span could also be implicated in related human … provide insight into the biological mechanisms of human health and disease. The researchers used whole genome … of California, Los Angeles). Their goal is to create a global effort and sequence 10,000 dogs and other canids such …
Staff
Dr. Elisabeth F. Heuston is a molecular biology and bioinformatics Staff Scientist with the Center for Research on Genomics and Global Health (CRGGH).
… Dr. Elisabeth F. Heuston is a molecular biology and bioinformatics Staff Scientist with the Center for Research on Genomics and Global Health (CRGGH). She graduated from Dartmouth College … Staff Scientist with the Center for Research on Genomics and Global Health (CRGGH). …
Event
On September 6, 2023, NHGRI hosts a pre-application webinar for the genomics-enabled learning health systems (gLHS) NOFOs.
… interest Eligibility criteria Important dates Questions and answers  Although there will be a question-and-answer session during the webinar, attendees are … Moderator and Panelists … NHGRI will host a pre-application webinar for the genomics-enabled learning health systems (gLHS) NOFOs: …
For Health Professionals
Essential genomics competencies, practice guidelines, and curricular resources for a variety of health professions.
… providers (HCPs) will increasingly use knowledge about genomics to meet the needs of their patients. This page provides resources targeted to HCPs and their educators. … NHGRI Image Gallery : Provides imagery related to the genomics research, people and programs of the institute. …
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Knowing your family health history can aid in detecting unique disease risks and lead to better prevention and treatment.
… from the Reddit community about their work on family health history as part of an "Ask Me Anything" (AMA). … Common diseases such as heart disease and diabetes are highly complex, with multiple factors that … history (FHH) are limited. Direct-to-consumer, or DTC genomics companies such as 23andMe, genetic testing and …
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The NHGRI Center for Precision Health Research sponsors a monthly series of talks by intramural and special guest speakers on research relevant to the use of genomic data and large-scale electronic health record information to improve health.
… upon request. Individuals who need interpreting services and/or other reasonable accommodations to participate in this … The NHGRI Center for Precision Health Research (CPHR) sponsors a monthly series of talks by intramural and special guest speakers on research relevant to the use of …
Research Funding
The Multi-Omics for Health and Disease Consortium aims to advance the application of multi-omic technologies to study health and disease in ancestrally diverse populations.
… integration of environmental exposures, omics, and childhood NAFLD (LEON) Study Disease Study Site** … Multi-Omics at the Intersections of Environment, Diabetes, and Kidney Disease: A Multi-Omics for Health and Disease Study Site Disease Study Site** Krzysztof …
About Genomics
A introduction to basic concepts in genomics to help you understand your genome, how it works, and how it impacts your health.
… help you make choices about how to treat or manage 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 …
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Healthcare professionals now have access to a range of educational and clinical genomics resources on the Genetics/Genomics Competency Center website
… professionals now have access to a variety of educational and clinical genomics resources thanks to a new partnership between the … Institute (NHGRI), part of the National Institutes of Health, and several professional medical societies. The … need among health care professionals for knowledge in genomics, a science that is paving the way for more …
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Top genome scientists from over 20 countries have joined forces in an effort to improve cooperation and coordination of genomic medicine research worldwide.
… - the effort to turn genomic discoveries into tools and therapies to prevent, delay or cure disease-is going global. … have joined forces in an effort to improve cooperation and coordination of genomic medicine research worldwide. The … wasteful duplication and speed progress in identifying genomics-based interventions and translating them to the …