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The Genomics Landscape
In the February 2018 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green highlights the new director of NHGRI's Division of Genome Sciences.
… from being a 'Center' (the National Center for Human Genome Research) and transitioned to full-fledged 'Institute' … originally joined NHGRI in 2013 as the team lead for The Cancer Genome Atlas (TCGA), after serving as a program director in the …
15 Ways Genomics Influences Our World
Genomics is altering a genome with unparalleled efficiency and precision.
… Genomics is altering a genome with unparalleled efficiency and precision. … Did you … that in the 15 years since we finished reading  the human genome sequence for the first time, we have developed … real. These new methods offer the ability to change the genome in a way that could be passed on for generations. But …
15 Ways Genomics Influences Our World
Advances in genomics are helping you access information about your genome from your home.
… in genomics are helping you access information about your genome from your home. … Did you know that anyone can buy a … In contrast to clinical genomic testing, such as for cancer [see Cancer Genomics ] and prenatal screening [see NIPT ] in …
The Genomics Landscape
In the April 2019 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green previews the redesigned genome.gov website and its new features.
…  and monitor the 'Genomics2020' calendar . … The Genome: Unlocking Life's Code  exhibition is currently … A key element among these efforts is NHGRI's website, genome.gov . For the first time in 9 years, genome.gov is … and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS) National Cancer Chief, Ned Sharpless, Named F.D.A.'s Acting …
About Genomics
An interactive timeline listing key moments from the history of the project.
… and values of NHGRI. … Completed in April 2003, the Human Genome Project gave us the ability to read nature's complete …  1984-86 Early meetings assess the feasibility of a Human Genome Project. More + 1984-86 In December 1984, the U.S. … , chief of laboratory of cell biology at the National Cancer Institute (NCI) as acting NCHGR director.  1993 …
The Genomics Landscape
In 2022, The Genomics Landscape spotlighted genomic data sharing each month in a series of entries. This page contains a collection of each of those entries.
… Phenotypes (dbGaP), model organism databases (e.g., Mouse Genome Informatics and Xenbase ), and cloud repositories … Disease Genomics, Centers for Mendelian Genomics, Whole Genome Sequencing in Psychiatric Disorders, Convergent … complex diseases, type 2 diabetes, epigenomics, aging, cancer, data privacy, and others.  The ClinSeq Project is a …
Human Genome Project
Record and submit a short video, capturing your thoughts/concerns/excitement about the launch of the Human Genome Project.
… marks the 30th anniversary of the launch of the Human Genome Project. NHGRI would like you to help us commemorate … feeling] about the launch of the Human Genome Project.  Francis Collins Eric Green  … To jumpstart … I first heard of the ambitious effort called the Human Genome Project, I was …  The Human Genome Project influenced …
Genomics 101
Find out how the rapidly emerging field of genomics is transforming our understanding of human health and enabling advances that benefit all of humankind.
… Your genome contains many important clues about you—from your … timely information about genomics research and the human genome. Our resources and partnerships help spark scientific …
15 Ways Genomics Influences Our World
We are learning how our genomes serve as blueprints for life.
… blueprints for life. … Did you know that just knowing the genome sequence of an organism only reveals part of the story … directing if the bases are read or not.. For example, in cancer cells, methyl groups are often inappropriately added … in front of genes that would keep the cell in check. Some cancer therapies are drugs designed to stop  these methyl …
About Genomics
NHGRI considers the ethical, legal and social aspect of genomics research in our work, including these key policy issues