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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 …
Health
Genomic medicine involves using genomic information as part of clinical care and the health outcomes and policy implications of that clinical use.
… about an individual as part of their clinical care (e.g. for diagnostic or therapeutic decision-making) and the health … there has been much excitement about the potential for so-called 'personalized medicine' to reach the clinic. A … has called for the adoption of 'precision medicine,' where genomics, epigenomics, environmental exposure, and other data …
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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 … The reach of genomics is wide-ranging and can touch on many different … our ancestry to the promise of precision medicine for all individuals and populations.The Ethical, Legal and …
Fact Sheet
Participation in genomics research is essential for improving the health of everyone.
… a disease. So far, most people who have given permission for their DNA to be used for research are from European ancestry, making many populations … from across the globe inadequately represented in genomics research. The National Human Genome Research … and cystic fibrosis), but this might not be the case for more complex diseases (e.g., coronary artery disease, …
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, … acknowledgement, such as: "Courtesy: National Human Genome Research Institute" with a link back to genome.gov. … case, please be sure to cite the correct copyright owner. For information about these copyright owners, how they can be …
The Genomics Landscape
In the January 2020 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green highlights the newly developed polygenic risk scores webpage, which provides graphical and textual information about polygenic risk scores, describes polygenic traits, introduces how polygenic risk scores can be calculated, and explains how such scores can be interpreted.
… in Bangalore, the National Institute of Biomedical Genomics in Kolkata, the National Institute of Immunology in … learn about India’s recent advances in genomics and plans for the future, especially in light of the growing need for international research collaborations to tackle major challenges in genomic …
Research Funding
The Genomics-enabled Learning Health System (gLHS) Network aims to identify and advance approaches for integrating genomic information into existing learning health systems.
… University Medical Center Nashville, TN Coordination for Demonstrating Real-world Advancement in Genomics Operations Network (DRAGON) 1U01HG013771-01  … M.D. Lori Orlando, M.D. Boston Veterans Administration Research Institute Boston, MA VA Office of Rural Health VA …
Research Funding
The primary mission of the Alliance of Genome Resources (the Alliance) is to develop and maintain sustainable genome information resources that facilitate the use of diverse model organisms in understanding the genetic and genomic basis of human biology, health and disease. This understanding is fundamental for advancing genome biology research and for translating human genome data into clinical utility.
… health and disease. This understanding is fundamental for advancing genome biology research and for translating human genome data into clinical utility. … latest innovative technologies to seize new opportunities for improvements. These goals are in alignment with the steps …
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NIH-backed African scientists are engaged in a global research endeavor to understand the genetic basis of disease in all populations.
… NIH-backed African scientists are engaged in a global research endeavor to understand the genetic basis of disease … of disease within those populations, but also for humans across the globe. In 2010, the National Institutes … has not been without itschallenges. Language barriers, consent concerns Language, culture and the education level of …
Policy Issues
There are laws and policies that serve to protect the privacy of individuals' genomic information.
… should be respected when their genomic information is used for research, clinical applications or other uses. This page … subjects research; therefore, they are not subject to the informed consent requirements of the Common Rule. However, some groups … of genomic information to discriminate against applicants for life, long-term care and disability insurance. In …