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Research Funding
Funded in 2016 to harmonize, access, and analyze the data produced by the sequencing centers.
… The Genome Sequencing Program Analysis Centers (GSPACs) were funded in 2016 to … The currently funded centers are: Harvard University School of Public Health Vanderbilt University School of Medicine A … closely with NHLBI's Trans-omics for Precision Medicine Program to harmonize joint variant calls and analyses, …
Professional Development Programs
Meeting a JHU/NHGRI Genetic Counseling Training Program graduate will help you learn more about the program and may help when deciding whether to apply.
… Meeting a JHU/NIH Genetic Counseling Training Program graduate will help you learn more about the program and may help when deciding whether to apply. … Coursework for the Genetic Counseling Training Program (GCTP) is offered on the NIH campus in Bethesda, Md., and at the medical and undergraduate campuses of Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore. Courses are …
Funding Opportunities
Guidance that covers: (1) Letters of Intent; (2) NHGRI’s Genomic Data Sharing Expectations (3) Applications requesting more than $500K direct costs in any year; and (4) Communication with NHGRI Program Staff.
… Letters of Intent (LOIs) NHGRI requests Letters of Intent in all its RFAs and PARs. This section describes … in LOIs and what additional information is important for program staff to provide guidance to potential applicants. … note that NHGRI finds value in and encourages the sharing of smaller project sizes that do not meet the definition of …
The Genomics Landscape
In the July 2024 issue of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green welcomes the inaugural class of the ASHG-NHGRI Genomics and Public Service Fellowship Program.
… I received an informative update about all-things human genomics going on Down Under. The week included visiting … In these episodes, Dr. Donohue discusses preserving the history of the Human Genome Project; the importance of conversations … Effect of genomic and cellular environments on gene expression noise …
News Release
NIH Center for Research on Genomics and Global Health is participating in the H3Africa Consortium's effort to develop an African-specific genotyping array.
… genetic mutations that have evolved over thousands of years to protect Africans from disease-causing pathogens. … Today, these same mutations can increase the risk of other diseases in Africans and people of African descent. Mutations in the gene APOL1 , for … multi-layered stories and their implications for human history and health," said Dr. Rotimi. "The way people look …
News Release
Evaluating genetic features of inherited diseases by sequencing the genetic code helps with the cost and time challenges in medical practice.
… television's Dr. Gregory House is the embodiment of how medicine is currently practiced. After visiting with the patient to collect information about family history and symptoms, House and his team gather to generate a list of all possible causes and, through blood work and x-rays, …
Staff
Dr. Rene Sterling is a program director in NHGRI's Division of Genomics and Society.
… Dr. Rene Sterling is a program director in NHGRI. She oversees a portfolio of research, training, and career development grants related … multi-site research projects addressing the integration of genomics into medicine. Over the last 20 years, Dr. Sterling … Dr. Rene Sterling is a program director in NHGRI's Division of Genomics and Society. …
Clinical Research
A study for patients with unexpected genetic results
… The Genomic Services Research Program (GSRP) is a study of people with "secondary results” … for health problems that can be treated or prevented. Many of these results are related to cancer risk and heart … the interview you may be invited to the second phase of the study, which could include extra testing for you …
Staff
Katie Lewis is a genetic counselor in the NHGRI Genomic Services Research Program (GSRP).
… is a genetic counselor in the Genomic Services Research Program (GSRP). She got her degree in genetic counseling from … Human Genome Research Institute training program. After graduating, Katie worked at the Kennedy … to be working with the patients and families in this program. …
Professional Development Programs
The JHU/NHGRI Genetic Counseling Training Program trains students to conduct research and provides clinical rotations to learn about genetic conditions.
… The JHU/NIH Genetic Counseling Training Program trains students to conduct social, behavior and policy research in the field of genetic counseling and provides clinical rotations for … impact on individuals and their families, and the role of the professional genetic counselor. …