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Genomics 101
Find out how the rapidly emerging field of genomics is transforming our understanding of human health and enabling advances that benefit all of humankind.
… and aging. Find out how the rapidly emerging field of genomics is transforming our understanding of human health … offers access to reliable and timely information about genomics research and the human genome. Our resources and partnerships help spark scientific curiosity, …
About Genomics
A introduction to basic concepts in genomics to help you understand your genome, how it works, and how it impacts your health.
… Predictive testing is for those who have a family member with a genetic disorder. … risk of developing the specific disorder being tested for. These tests are done before any symptoms present … to starting or growing your family. It includes tests for the biological father and mother to see what …
News Release
NIH researchers have created a data resource show how differences in an individual's genome can affect gene activity and contribute to disease.
… resource will enable scientists to examine the underlying genomics of many different human tissues and cells at the … Project in 2010 to create a data resource and tissue bank for scientists to study how genomic variants may affect gene … Guigo, Ph.D., coordinator for the Bioinformatics and Genomics Program at the Centre for Genomic Regulation in …
The Genomics Landscape
In the November 5, 2020 edition of The Genomics Landscape, Dr. Eric Green focuses on the 2020 Strategic Vision.
… October was a particularly busy (and exciting) month for NHGRI. In addition to celebrating the 30th anniversary of … 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 …
Educational Resources
A genome-wide association study (GWAS) is an approach used in genetics research to associate specific genetic variations with particular diseases.
… variants that are statistically associated with a risk for a disease or a particular trait. The method involves surveying the genomes of many people, looking for genomic variants that occur more frequently in those with … variants are identified, they are typically used to search for nearby variants that contribute directly to the disease …
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 … tests. In contrast to clinical genomic testing, such as for cancer [see Cancer Genomics ] and prenatal screening …
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 …
The Genomics Landscape
In the April 2019 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green previews the redesigned genome.gov website and its new features.
… who is working to develop a gene therapy-based treatment for sickle cell disease. This inspirational piece illustrates … yet another triumph of genomic medicine and offers hope for similar new treatments for other rare diseases. All the best, … the various strategic planning events, please sign up for email updates  and monitor the 'Genomics2020' calendar . …
15 Ways Genomics Influences Our World
Genomics is altering a genome with unparalleled efficiency and precision.
… Genomics is altering a genome with unparalleled efficiency … since we finished reading  the human genome sequence for the first time, we have developed powerful new technologies for editing  a human (or any) genomes? We may not yet have … model, and are working toward clinical trials in humans . For the latter, scientists will remove blood stem cells from …
15 Ways Genomics Influences Our World
Genomics is transforming how we study, diagnose and treat cancer.
… Genomics is transforming how we study, diagnose and treat … are leading to a new understanding of cancer and new ways for diagnosing and treating many types of cancer. Cancer  is … allowed us to establish what "normal" usually looks like for a human genome, so that we can now tell when changes in …