Search Results
News Release
The Social Genomics Project aims to understand what people around the world think about the intersections between genomics, genetics and society.
… clinicaltrials.gov . Today, researchers with the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) are harnessing the power of social media and mobile phones to connect with research … about the intersections between genomics, genetics and society. The three-year project is comprised of seven surveys …
Media Availability
Type 2 diabetes is a disease that affects ten percent of the world's population, but the genetics underlying the disease remain poorly understood.
… Ph.D. … Media Availability A comprehensive investigation of the underlying genetic architecture of type 2 diabetes has … to develop it in their lifetime. Previous studies into the genetics of diabetes risk have identified over 80 areas in the human genome associated with type 2 diabetes; however, it …
Talking Glossary
Genetics is the branch of biology concerned with the study of inheritance, including the interplay of genes, DNA variation and their interactions with environmental factors.
… Genetics … Genetics is the branch of biology concerned with the study of inheritance, including the interplay of genes, DNA …
Genetic Disorders
Cri du chat syndrome is a rare genetic condition that is caused by the deletion of genetic material on the the p arm of chromosome 5.
… is a rare genetic condition that is caused by the deletion of genetic material on the the p arm of chromosome 5. … Cri du chat syndrome - also known as 5p- … condition that is caused by the deletion (a missing piece) of genetic material on the small arm (the p arm) of …
About Genomics
In 2003, an accurate and complete human genome sequence was finished two years ahead of schedule and at a cost less than the original estimated budget.
… In 2003, an accurate and complete human genome sequence was finished and made available to scientists and researchers two years ahead of the original Human Genome Project schedule and at a cost … in the human genome is considered by many to be one of the most ambitious scientific undertakings of all time, …
Professional Development Programs
The Genetics and Public Policy Fellowship is designed for individuals interested in the development and implementation of genetics-related health and research policies at a national level.
… From guiding research agendas to informing the integration of genetics and genomics in clinical settings, sound … work within the ASHG Policy and Advocacy Department on society advocacy initiatives and on policy issues related to … Have demonstrated expertise and/or interest relevant to human genetics or genomics Employment offers will be …
The Genomics Landscape
In the March 2019 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green details ClinGen, the first FDA-recognized Public Human Genetic Variant Database.
… Day, a designation intended to commemorate the completion of the Human Genome Project in 2003 and the discovery of … … NHGRI will hold a Strategic Planning Session at the American Medical Informatics Association (AMIA) 2019 … about GO, visit their website . … NHGRI and the American Society for Human Genetics (ASHG) are committed to training …
Event
On March 12-16, 2024, the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) will participate in the 2024 ACMG Annual Clinical Genetics Meeting - an annual medical and scientific conference continues to provide groundbreaking research and the latest advances in medical genetics, genomics and personalized medicine.
… 14, 2024, 4:15 – 5:45 p.m MTCC-718 Phenome-wide Studies of Hereditary Transthyretin Amyloidosis in the All of Us Research Program Clinical Genetics and Therapeutics Session A March 14, 2024, 4:15 – … and Implementation of the Association of Professors of Human and Medical Genetics Updated Core Competencies for …
Human Genome Project
Video testimonials from prominent members of the genomics community commemorating and celebrating the 30th anniversary of the launch of the Human Genome Project.
… Human Genome Project 30th Anniversary Video Selfie … Testimonials … October 1, 2020, marks the 30th anniversary of the launch of the Human Genome Project. Prominent members of the …
EDUCATION
The Talking Glossary features more than 250 common genetic terms pronounced and explained in an easy-to-understand way by leading scientists and professionals at the National Human Genome Research Institute.
… Loading... … Talking Glossary of Genomic and Genetic Terms … The Talking Glossary features … by leading scientists and professionals at the National Human Genome Research Institute. … The Talking Glossary … by leading scientists and professionals at the National Human Genome Research Institute. … EDUCATION …