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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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
The Genomics Landscape
In the June 2, 2022 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director, Eric Green, M.D., Ph.D., highlights the new and improved Talking Glossary of Genomic and Genetic Terms - one of the premier educational resources offered by NHGRI, and it aims to help users better understand the basics of genomics and genetics.
… As the heat rises and the summer arrives, you might be looking for some indoor … the online materials generated from an April virtual NHGRI workshop entitled “Future Directions in Genomics and Health Equity.” The goal of the workshop was to identify … NIH is increasingly hosting genome-sequence datasets and other genomic datasets in cloud environments. Cloud-based …
Research Training
An opportunity for medical school graduates to complete a combined, five-year residency program in pediatrics and medical genetics.
… The Combined Pediatrics and Medical Genetics Residency Program is a remarkable … a combined, five-year residency program in pediatrics and medical genetics. … The Combined Pediatrics and Medical Genetics Residency Program, offered in … of Washington, D.C. and 24 months of training in clinical genetics through the NIH Clinical Center. Clinical genetics …
For Patients and Families
The Genetic and Rare Diseases Information Center helps people find useful information about genetic and rare diseases.
… The Genetic and Rare Diseases Information Center helps people find useful information about genetic and rare diseases … The Genetic and Rare Diseases Information Center (GARD) was created in 2002 by the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) and the Division of Rare Diseases Research Innovation …