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For Patients and Families
​Genetic tests may be used to identify increased risks of health problems, to choose treatments, or to assess responses to treatments.
… are the DNA instructions you inherit from your mother and your father. … hard to understand, however specialists like geneticists and genetic counselors can help explain what results might mean to you and your family. Because genetic testing tells you … about how to treat or manage your health. Predictive and pre-symptomatic genetic tests are used to find gene …
Professional Development Programs
The JHU/NIH Genetic Counseling Training Program addresses the growing need for genetic counseling services.
… pausing admissions to undergo strategic planning and development. NHGRI wants to hear from you on the current needs and … the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) and National Cancer Institute (NCI) at the National … The accelerated discovery of disease and susceptibility genes made possible by the sequencing of …
The Genomics Landscape
In the September 2018 edition of The Genomics landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green highlights five new educational videos that use poetry and dance.
… As summer winds to an end and fall beckons, NHGRI will 'shift gears' a bit in its … have emerged from the earlier discussions. This will allow NHGRI to begin focusing the conversations, so as to help … The next NHGRI 'Genomics2020' Town Hall  meeting will take place on …
Talking Glossary
Genetic architecture is the combined effect of all genetic influences on a trait.
… of a trait can help us understand its evolution and underlying biology. For traits that are related to a …
Staff
Dr. Belen Hurle is an associate investigator in NHGRI's Division of Intramural Research, an educational outreach specialist in the Education and Community Involvement Branch and a training program coordinator in the Intramural Training Office.
… develops models of public engagement related to genomics, genetics and public health. Specifically, she identifies target … education programs and develops partnerships between the NHGRI and communities of interest. Dr. Hurle joined the NHGRI … Dr. Belen Hurle is an associate investigator in NHGRI's Division of Intramural Research, an educational …
Policy Issues
Payers such as insurance companies and Medicare need systematic ways of evaluating genetic tests for reimbursement.
… of genetic testing, payers such as insurance companies and Medicare need systematic ways of evaluating genetic tests … and under what circumstances they should be covered. NHGRI hopes to serve as a resource for advancing genomic … Tests and Services  (HHS Secretary's Advisory Committee on Genetics, Health, and Society) An Evidence Framework for …
EDUCATION
The Talking Glossary features more than 250 common genetic terms pronounced and explained in an easy-to-understand way by leading scientists and professionals at the National Human Genome Research Institute.
… Talking Glossary of Genomic and Genetic Terms … features more than 250 common genetic terms pronounced and explained in an easy-to-understand way by leading scientists and professionals at the National Human Genome Research … features more than 250 common genetic terms pronounced and explained in an easy-to-understand way by leading …
News Release
NHGRI researchers have released new educational materials to help the sickle cell disease community learn about gene therapies for the disease.
… Collaborative effort aims to help patients and their support networks navigate emerging developments in … at the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), part of the National Institutes of Health. The … by Vence Bonham Jr., J.D., NHGRI acting deputy director and associate investigator in the Social and Behavioral …
News Release
NHGRI will provide approximately $5.8 million over five years to create an educational hub for computational genomics and data science. The hub will provide new educational and research opportunities for students of diverse backgrounds, including those from groups historically underrepresented in the biomedical sciences.
… to create an educational hub for computational genomics and data science. The hub will provide new educational and … within the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI). “Instead of requiring their college or university to … sciences, and are invested in genomic data science education. The hub will facilitate educational and research …
For Teachers
The genetic timeline lesson plan gives students an historical perspective of the discoveries that led to our present understanding of the human genome.
… been fully appreciated in their lifetimes, such as Darwin and Mendel. As the student puts the events in order, he or … activity may be most effectively done at the end of a genetics unit as a review or reinforcement lesson. It likely … Our Molecular Selves" multimedia education kit  on the NHGRI Web site. Ask students to verify their arrangements by …