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Research Training
This program provides doctoral and medical graduates the opportunity to use genomic approaches to advance the growing area of health disparities research
… in biomedical research include, but are not limited to, African Americans, Hispanic Americans, American …
News Release
NIH-led study finds genetic markers that explain up to 12% of the differences between two people’s blood pressure.
… polygenic risk scores were also applicable to people of African ancestry, which was confirmed through analyzing data …
The Genomics Landscape
In the March 2020 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green highlights the newly appointed Dr. Chris Gunter's role as Senior Advisor for Genomics Engagement as well as the 30 oral histories to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the launch of the Human Genome Project.
… data usage and sharing policies that are specific for the African research context. NHGRI plans to participate in the … the development of genomics research capacity on the African continent. … In November 2019, the American College …
Staff
Dr. Ebony Madden is the Health Equity and Workforce Diversity Program Director in the Training, Diversity and Health Equity Office at the National Human Genome Research Institute.
… RQ, Murla CD. Challenges to recruitment and retention of African Americans in the gene-environment trial of response … DRD4 promoter SNPs and gender effects on extraversion in African Americans, Mol Psychiatry . 7(7):786-9. 2002. [ …
15 Ways Genomics Influences Our World
Genomics is fostering an appreciation for what our DNA means for our health, identities and culture.
… (or how they described themselves). Large studies of African Americans in the United States have shown that their … Latino genomes in the United States show a mix of DNA from African, Native American, and European sources. It turns out …
News Release
In an article published in the American Journal of Human Genetics, researchers have found that words scientists use to describe populations have changed from 1949 to 2018.
… has increased over time. Geographic-based terms like “African,” “Asian” and “European” are also on the rise. …
Genetic Disorders
Thalassemia is a group of inherited diseases of the blood that affect a person's ability to produce hemoglobin, resulting in anemia.
… of Italian, Greek, Middle Eastern, Southern Asian and African Ancestry. The two main types of thalassemia are …
Staff
Abdel Elkahloun is an associate investigator in NHGRI's Office of Scientific Core Facilities.
… in Omental Adipose Tissue of Morbidly Obese Diabetic African Americans. J Endocrinol Metab, 5(3): 199-210. 2015. [ …
The Genomics Landscape
In the February 2019 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green recognizes Dr. Bill Gahl's achievements as Clinical Director.
… New Fellowship Program Will Support the Next Generation of African Scientific Leaders The Future of Minority Health and …
Leadership Initiatives
NHGRI aims to ensure all populations are knowledgeable about and can participate in genomics research.
… Cooperative Study of Hereditary Prostate Cancer in African Americans Collaborative study with Howard University … the genes involved in hereditary prostate cancer in African-American men. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity …