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The Genomic Data Science Working Group facilitates engagement of the National Advisory Council for Human Genome Research on genomics and data science issues.
… Data Science Working Group facilitates a deeper engagement of the National Advisory Council for Human Genome Research on … Working Group was created in 2017 as a subcommittee of the National Advisory Council for Human Genome Research . … institute leaders about relevant trans-National Institutes of Health issues related to data science, for which NHGRI is …
Staff
Sangeetha Raghavan is a Senior Licensing and Patenting Manager in NHGRI's Technology Transfer Office.
… in evaluating technologies in wide ranging areas of biologics, diagnostics, drug delivery, therapeutics, … and commercial viability, negotiating a variety of intellectual property agreements, and marketing … educational background includes a graduate degree in Cell Biology and Molecular Genetics and a Master’s in Business …
15 Ways Genomics Influences Our World
Genomics is advancing the study of individual and communities of microbes.
… Genomics is advancing the study of individual and communities of microbes. … surprises about evolution and human health. When you think of bacteria or viruses, what comes to mind? If you've been … virus's genome can make a big difference in the severity of someone's infection. Beyond influenza, the most advanced …
For Teachers
Lesson plan based on an award-winning DNA from the Beginning website, an animated primer on the basics of DNA, genes and heredity.
… the Beginning website, an animated primer on the basics of DNA, genes and heredity. … on high school level activities under the Molecules of Genetics  section of the DNA from the Beginning  website. The science behind … Start the lesson by giving out the list of numbered questions (#15-28) provided below. The numbering …
Staff
Lindsey Criswell, who became the director of the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases in February, 2021 is also an associate investigator in NHGRI's Metabolic, Cardiovascular and Inflammatory Disease Genomics Branch.
… Lindsey A. Criswell, M.D., M.P.H., D.Sc., became director of NIAMS in February 2021. Previously, she served as vice chancellor of research at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), as well as professor of … Genomics of Autoimmune Rheumatic Disease Section Staff …
Educational Resources
In biology, an organ (from the Latin "organum" meaning an instrument or tool) is a collection of tissues that structurally form a functional unit specialized to perform a particular function.
… In biology, an organ (from the Latin "organum" meaning an instrument or tool) is a collection of tissues that structurally form a functional unit … In biology, an organ (from the Latin "organum" meaning an instrument or tool) is a collection of tissues that structurally form a functional unit …
Virtual Exhibit
The Human Genome Project changed traditional understandings of how and why scientific research is conducted. It was, however, not without its detractors. Early in 1990, there was an effort to stop funding for the nascent Human Genome Project, in the form of a letter writing campaign.
… Caption: A copy of the first page of Martin Rechsteiner’s letter, which circulated and spurred … anti-Human Genome Project letter campaign. The first line of the letter reads “The human genome project: mediocre … Caption: A copy of a letter sent from a University of Kentucky professor, …
About NHGRI
Answers to frequently asked questions on how the NHGRI receives and uses its funding.
… committees have the authority to approve specific sections of the federal budget. Representatives of NHGRI testify before the House and Senate subcommittees on … is updated on the accomplishments, needs and opportunities of NHGRI. Congress also hears testimony from public witnesses …
Clinical Research
The CLINSEQ® Study seeks to learn about the role that your genes play in your health.
… by getting a DNA sample from you, sequencing most or all of your genes, and comparing that to what we know about your … health histories. We look at genes related to a variety of conditions, including heart disease, breast cancer, and hearing loss. … we still need more volunteers for the study. Each member of the study has a clinical visit and tests to look at heart …