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More research must be done to understand the interactions of ancient genes with modern environments.
… risk of kidney disease. "Strides have been made but more research must be done to understand the interactions of … is actively participating in the H3Africa Consortium 's effort to develop an African-specific genotyping array. … will be used to detect genetic variants in an individual's DNA. This information can then be used in genome-wide …
Research Funding
NHGRI solicits grant applications related to its scientific priorities and welcomes investigator-initiated applications.
… The National Human Genome Research Institute solicits grant applications related to its … The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) solicits grant applications that relate to its scientific priorities and research interests. For some programs, the NHGRI participates …
News Release
A 2018 workshop led by Alaska Native people provides a path towards collaborative, community-driven genomics research.
… a path towards collaborative, community-driven genomics research. … and scientists have discussed the future of genomics research among Alaska Native people in multiple small … of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The workshop's goal was to cultivate trust and build relationships between …
News Release
Two grants will support studies on genomic literacy among Africans relating to research conducted in Africa by African investigators.
… on genomic literacy among Africans as it relates to research conducted in Africa by African investigators. The … program, funded by the National Institutes of Health's Common Fund in partnership with Britain's Wellcome Trust. … Dr. Tadele and his colleagues are assessing young people's (ages 15-24) understanding of how genes and the environment …
News Release
20 papers published online in 2014 highlight research on DNA biorepositories and electronic medical records to better understand the genomics of disease.
… of nearly 20 papers published online in 2014 highlights research on the use of DNA biorepositories and electronic … Network. eMERGE is supported by the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), part of the National Institutes … researchers hope to reach this goal by combining a patient's data and disease characteristics with his or her genomic …
Research Training
NHGRI funds training and career development programs at academic, medical and other institutions throughout the U.S.
… Predoc Postdoc Institution Program Title Program Director(s) Program Support ✔  Harvard Medical School Training … Predoc Postdoc Institution Program Title Program Director(s) Program Support  ✔ Massachusetts General Hospital …  ✔ University of Florida Training Program for Applied Research and Development in Genomic Medicine Julio Duarte …
Clinical Research
The Protocol Service Center provides assistance in the development and administration of study protocols requiring NIH Institutional Review Board approval.
… The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) Protocol Service Center (PSC) … Federal regulations and policies related to human subjects research. The NHGRI PSC maintains close working relationships … NHGRI Bioethics Core, and the NIH Office of Human Subjects Research Protections (OHSRP) to create a network of resources …
Event
The Division of Intramural Research (DIR) sponsors a monthly series of talks by intramural and special guest speakers celebrating genetics and genomics research.
… The 2024-25 Division of Intramural Research (DIR) sponsors a monthly series of talks by … special guest speakers celebrating genetics and genomics research. Speakers are selected by NHGRI intramural faculty and trainees and cover research topics of interest to a wide audience. All seminars …
Professional Development Programs
The JHU/NHGRI Genetic Counseling Training Program trains students to conduct research and provides clinical rotations to learn about genetic conditions.
… trains students to conduct social, behavior and policy research in the field of genetic counseling and provides … most students complete rotations at the NIH Clinical Research Center. These experiences are linked to … organizations. Because of its proximity to the U.S. capital, the program is able to provide rare opportunities …
Event
NHGRI will host a director's research seminar by Matt Hurles, Director of the Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute on October 30, 2023.
… On October 30, 2023, the National Human Genome Research Institute will host a special NHGRI Director's Research Seminar, titled "Deciphering Developmental … NHGRI Director's Research Seminar … NHGRI will host a director's research seminar by Matt Hurles, Director of the Wellcome …