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A genetic mutation that triggers bladder cancer in dogs is identical to a mutation that is implicated in multiple human cancers.
… canines may come to our aid-as a powerful animal model for research into human cancer. … March 12, 2015, advance online issue of Molecular Cancer Research include Brennan Decker, an M.D., Ph.D. candidate at … Program; Heidi Parker, Ph.D., of the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI); and Elaine Ostrander, Ph.D., an …
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 …
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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 … diaspora." Dr. Rotimi is director of the Center for Research on Genomics and Global Health at the National … Disease Genomics Branch at the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), part of NIH. People of the …
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 … Health Board (ANHB) — co-sponsored a workshop on genomic research with the National Human Genome Research Institute …
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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 … One of the grants will support a research project to understand cultural and language concepts … Division of Genomic Medicine at the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), part of NIH. "We hope that what …
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 … sets and diverse ancestries." Some of the papers explore research methods or offer reviews of previously published …
Research Training
NHGRI funds training and career development programs at academic, medical and other institutions throughout the U.S.
…  ✔ University of Florida Training Program for Applied Research and Development in Genomic Medicine Julio Duarte … Stanford University The Stanford Training Program in ELSI Research Mildred Cho Wendy Christiansen  ✔ University of … State University of Denver Pathways in Genomics Research Experiences for Undergraduates from Underrepresented …
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 … Students are exposed to cutting-edge molecular genetics research at  the NIH, providing them a rich training …