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About Genomics
A introduction to basic concepts in genomics to help you understand your genome, how it works, and how it impacts your health.
… One way genomics research can benefit you is through the emerging … this information can lead to more questions about what genomics means for ourselves, our family members and society. … are influenced by genomic information and technologies. Genomics now provides a powerful lens for use in various …
The Genomics Landscape
In the November 5, 2020 edition of The Genomics Landscape, Dr. Eric Green focuses on the 2020 Strategic Vision.
… Project (HGP), which was featured in last month’s The Genomics Landscape , the institute also published the 2020 … to provide a compelling and informative vision for human genomics in the coming decade. I would also like to draw your … video testimonials about the HGP from many different genomics and genetics researchers. This collection, which …
Policy Issues
Federally-funded research with human participants must comply with regulations that protect the rights and welfare of the participants.
… supported by the United States government, including any genomics research funded by or carried out at NIH, is subject to the Federal Policy for the Protection of Human Research Subjects, or … For more information about the revisions as they relate to genomics research, see: Highlights of Revisions to the …
Policy Issues
Scientific institutions are developing recommendations to support the responsible use of human gene-editing research.
… different groups including patients, community leaders and policy makers. NHGRI uses the term "genome editing" to … 1 , 2 Because CRISPR is an important tool for basic genomics research, NHGRI currently conducts and funds … Policy Issues …
About Genomics
The History of Genomics Program collects and organizes historic materials related to the field of genomics and NHGRI as an organization.
… artifacts from the Human Genome Project and other major genomics efforts. To receive more information about gaining … the scientific directors came together to discuss genomics research, challenges and successes and some fun … The History of Genomics Program maintains and provides access to the world’s …
15 Ways Genomics Influences Our World
Advances in genomics are helping you access information about your genome from your home.
… Advances in genomics are helping you access information about your genome … them with information about their genome? Advances in genomics since the Human Genome Project have led to an … clinical genomic testing, such as for cancer [see Cancer Genomics ] and prenatal screening [see NIPT ] in which a …
Genomics and Medicine
A list of interesting advances and helpful educational resources in genomic medicine compiled by the NHGRI Genomic Medicine Working Group (GMWG).
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The Genomics Landscape
In 2022, The Genomics Landscape spotlighted genomic data sharing each month in a series of entries. This page contains a collection of each of those entries.
… From The Genomics Landscape Originally published: January 13, 2022  Data sharing is central to the field of genomics. Both human and non-human genomic data have been … From The Genomics Landscape Originally published: February 3, 2022  … From The Genomics Landscape Originally published: March 7, 2022  In …
15 Ways Genomics Influences Our World
Genomics is altering a genome with unparalleled efficiency and precision.
… Genomics is altering a genome with unparalleled efficiency … Pew Study 2016 Genetic Alliance UK 2017 Science  Magazine Policy Forum 2017 Geneticists vs. the Public Opinions … ​Genomics is altering a genome with unparalleled efficiency … Genomics is altering a genome with unparalleled efficiency …
Policy Issues
Genetic information is used by law enforcement to investigate criminal acts and exonerate those who have been convicted of crimes they did not commit.
… scene) profile into publicly available open-data, personal genomics DNA databases or private companies that offer IGG …  or the practice of IGG. The Department of Justice Interim Policy on investigative genetic genealogy went into effect in November 2019. The policy, which applies to all law enforcement agencies (i.e., …