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Administrative
NHGRI branch responsible for policy development and analysis related to advances in genomics research.
… of the Division of Genomics and Society conducts policy development and analysis that enables the National Human … NHGRI branch responsible for policy development and analysis related to advances in genomics … NHGRI branch responsible for policy development and analysis related to advances in genomics …
Enhancing the Genomics Workforce
The annual Bettie J. Graham Leadership Award for Enhancing the Genomics Workforce was developed to honor investigators who have made a significant influence on the development of the genomics workforce. The award recognizes efforts that provide and create career development opportunities for researchers from all backgrounds and helping to ensure that researchers have access to resources within their organization.
… investigators who have made a significant influence on the development of the genomics workforce. The award recognizes efforts that provide and create career development opportunities for researchers from all … investigators who have made a significant influence on the development of the genomics workforce. The award recognizes …
Clinical Research
A study to learn more about the role of viral infection and biomarkers of immunity in mitochondrial disease, utilizing new technology with Neoteryxâ„¢ fingerstick at-home sampling.
… biomarkers of immunity in mitochondrial disease using new technology with Neoteryx ™ fingerstick at-home sampling. … of immunity in mitochondrial disease, utilizing new technology with Neoteryx™ fingerstick at-home sampling. … of immunity in mitochondrial disease, utilizing new technology with Neoteryx™ fingerstick at-home sampling. …
Professional Development
ASHG and the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) co-sponsor the Genetics Education and Engagement Fellowship to support early-career genetics professionals wishing to transition to careers in genetics education and public engagement.
… education, community engagement and/or professional development initiatives for diverse K-12, undergraduate, … Branch ASHG’s scientific and digital programming, career development and public engagement teams. A third organization … mentored youth interns, facilitated teacher professional development workshops and evaluated program activities for …
Educational Resources
Apoptosis is the process of programmed cell death.
… Programmed Cell Death, Development, DNA Repair, Cancer, Tumor, Cell Division … process of programmed cell death. It is used during early development to eliminate unwanted cells; for example, those … can lead to uncontrolled cell division and the subsequent development of a tumor. …
Policy Issues
Genome editing is a method that lets scientists change the DNA of many organisms, including plants, bacteria, and animals.
… to treat Layla, and instead used another genome editing technology called TALENs. Doctors tried many treatments … technologies are critical steps to ensure that this technology is ready for use in patients. Ethical concerns … CRISPR, CRISPR-Cas9, Genome Editing Technology, Genome Editing, Genomic Technology, Gene Editing, …
News Release
Researchers build a statistical model using family health history to improve disease risk assessment
Researchers at the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) have developed a new statistical model that can predict the risk for developing diseases by combining information about family member health and lifestyle factors from family members.
… to treat. T2D is known as a complex disease because its development depends strongly on a person’s genetic …
Policy Issues
Scientific institutions are developing recommendations to support the responsible use of human gene-editing research.
… governance, and issues related to equity and access to technology. On February 14, 2017, the committee published a … and ethical issues barring the wide application of this technology in germline therapy trials. The committee … currently conducts and funds research that uses CRISPR technology. For instance: NHGRI's Embryonic Stem Cell and …
MINC
Establishing stakeholder partnerships paves the way for developing an action plan for your clinical setting.
… setting goals and how you will measure success: Personal Development  Genetics/Genomics in Practice Assessment  …  Staff Genetic/Genomic Knowledge Needs Assessment  Staff Development  Plans for Genetic/Genomic Integration  …
News Release
A team from the NIH has surmounted a major obstacle to testing potential drug therapies for a rare, genetic condition called Gaucher disease.
… are helping to better explain the disease and may lead to development of new drugs for patients with this condition. In …