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NHGRI appointed Carolyn Hutter, Ph.D., director of the Division of Genome Sciences, which researches human genome function in health and disease.
Media Advisory
On May 30, 2024 at 10:00 AM ET, RNA experts will discuss the recently released NASEM report and what it means for the future of RNA research and genomics.
… recently announced by NIH and the National Science Foundation. Emerging techniques, laboratory tools, …
Fact Sheet
Genomic research has been central to understanding and combating the SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) pandemic.
… in DNA-sequencing and related technologies created a foundation that allowed companies to rapidly deploy COVID-19 …
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NHGRI has appointed Dr. Jennifer Troyer as the incoming director as the incoming director of the Division of Extramural Operations (DEO) within NHGRI’s Extramural Research Program (ERP). She will provide leadership in coordinating the institute’s extramural research grants, operations and policies.
… served as the institute’s contact for the National Science Foundation’s Enabling Discovery through Genomics (EDGE) …
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As director, Erin Ramos will lead the institute’s extramural programs in basic genomics research.
Genetic Disorders
Noonan syndrome involves unusual facial characteristics, short stature, heart defects, bleeding problems, developmental delays and malformations of the ribs.
… Genetics Home Reference: Noonan syndrome Noonan Syndrome Foundation Medline Plus: Noonan syndrome Medscape: Noonan …
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When it comes to Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), genetics do make an impact.
… said. Knowing which genes are associated with ADHD set the foundation for Shaw to understand how  the genes act on the …
Research Funding
NHGRI is initiating a new program-the Impact of Genomic Variation on Function (IGVF) Consortium to develop a framework for systematically understanding the effects of genomic variation on genome function and how these effects shape phenotypes.
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Oral history videos feature conversations with genomics researchers and an interactive discussion with the institute's three directors.
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Researchers identified regions of the genome associated with skin color variation in some African populations, furthering skin disease and cancer research.
… Genome Research Institute. "The paper also provides a foundation for others to investigate the DNA loci and …