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Researchers sequence the genomes of healthy participants, then analyze the data to find presumed, mutations that might lead to a genetic condition.
… of Health researchers has turned traditional genomics research on its head. Instead of trying to find a mutation in … They have only recently been able to address it as DNA sequencing costs have plummeted. At this rate, just above … of how these mutations affect health. "We want to add DNA sequencing to the physician's toolbox," Dr. Biesecker …
Research Funding
Frequently asked questions for Investigator-Initiated Research on Genetic Counseling Processes and Practices FOAs (RFA-HG-20-048 and RFA-HG-20-049).
… experience need(s) to be an integral part of the research team including being involved in research design, implementation, and analyses, not just … having a diversity of investigators involved in the research program.  Should I communicate with the program …
Research at NHGRI
NHGRI's research focuses on the understanding of human biology and developing new methods for treating disease.
… The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) conducts a broad program of laboratory and clinical research to translate genomics into a greater understanding … of heritable and genetic disorders. … Related Content … Research Areas … The National Human Genome Research …
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NHGRI commemorates the life and legacy of genomics champion Representative Louise M. Slaughter (D-N.Y.), who passed away in March 2018, by naming an annual National DNA Day lecture at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in her honor.
… Louis M. Slaughter was a strong advocate for genomics research, and her work on the Genetic Information … in the House of Representatives that created National DNA Day, which celebrates the completion of the Human Genome Project and the anniversary of the discovery of DNA's iconic structure, the double helix.  As one of the …
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Researchers have created a promising new method to accurately and more comprehensively analyze and interpret DNA sequence information from cancer patients.
… in some cases, more comprehensively analyze and interpret DNA sequence information from cancer patients. They have … work is supported by the Clinical Sequencing Exploratory Research program at the National Human Genome Research … different tumor sample storage methods produced comparable DNA sequencing information - an important step that may …
Policy Issues
Federally-funded research with human participants must comply with regulations that protect the rights and welfare of the participants.
… participants in biomedical, clinical and social-behavioral research can provide insights and discoveries that could not … for their own communities. … Technological advances in DNA sequencing have made high-throughput sequencing methods … Genetic Discrimination. Re-identification and Privacy DNA sequences can reveal health and other information about …
For Patients and Families
​Clinical research is research conducted with human subjects, or material of human origin, in which the researcher directly interacts with human subjects.
… Clinical research is research conducted with human subjects, or material of human … Clinical researchers at the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) are developing advanced methods … of inherited and acquired genetic disorders. … Clinical research is research conducted with human subjects, or …
The Genomics Landscape
In the May 2019 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green recaps activities from National DNA Day 2019.
… this important position, one who will lead our Intramural Research Program’s research efforts to implement genomics in … joins the rest of the country in celebrating National DNA Day, which commemorates two historical milestones: the … of the Human Genome Project in 2003 and the discovery of DNA’s iconic double-helical structure in 1953. This year, …
Clinical Research
FAQs for Autoinflammatory Diseases Study providers and researchers.
… Ivona Aksentijevich if you would like to further discuss research opportunities. … FAQ for Providers and Researchers … … Diseases Study providers and researchers. … Clinical Research …
Policy Issues
Clinical research may yield new health-related information about volunteers who have chosen to participate in the studies.
… When conducting clinical research studies, scientists may discover new health-related … appropriate for the scientists to look for and share such research findings. … There are ongoing discussions among researchers, ethicists, policymakers, and research participants about the return of individual research …