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Three summer interns advanced biomedical research as part of the NIH Summer Internship Program in Biomedical Sciences.
Statement
NHGRI Director, Eric Green, M.D, Ph.D., provides remarks for the May 10, 2023 media briefing about the new high-quality collection of reference human genome sequences that captures substantially more diversity from different human populations than what was previously available.
… humanity's DNA blueprint, with significantly greater human diversity than previous reference sequences. With generous … strides towards our goal of achieving truly global diversity in all aspects of human genomics research. This is … human pangenome reference that increasingly reflects the diversity of the human population will enable scientists and …
Research Funding
The primary mission of the Alliance of Genome Resources (the Alliance) is to develop and maintain sustainable genome information resources that facilitate the use of diverse model organisms in understanding the genetic and genomic basis of human biology, health and disease. This understanding is fundamental for advancing genome biology research and for translating human genome data into clinical utility.
News Release
NHGRI researchers have successfully used facial recognition software to diagnose a rare, genetic disease in known as DiGeorge syndrome.
News Release
NHGRI has appointed Neil Hanchard, M.D., Ph.D., as a clinical investigator within the Medical Genomics and Metabolic Genetics Branch (MGMGB) in the Division of Intramural Research. Dr. Hanchard will head the Childhood Complex Disease Genomics Section within the MGMGB.
Policies and Guidance
For FY21, NHGRI’s extramural program will be operating under the NHGRI 2020 Strategic Vision.
… bioinformatics; training, developing, and expanding the diversity of the genomics workforce; and ethical, legal, and … are also supported at various career levels under NHGRI’s Diversity Action Plan that is associated with institutions … bioinformatics; training, developing, and expanding the diversity of the genomics workforce; and ethical, legal, and …
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the annual Bettie J. Graham Leadership Award for Enhancing DEIA in the Genomics Workforce.
… suite of extramural training programs. She has promoted diversity in NHGRI- and NIH-funded programs and her legacy … regardless of one’s position in the institute, and (2) diversity is an integral part of science; these are not two … Division of Extramural Operations … What is meant by Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility (DEIA)? …
Policy Issues
NHGRI wants to ensure that all populations benefit from the advances of genomics research.
… and improve health equity, it is important that the diversity of the study participants reflect the diversity of the population. It is also necessary to … research project focused on Clinical Sites with Enhanced Diversity . The program aims to recruit a minimum of 60 …
The Genomics Landscape
In June 1, 2023, edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director, Eric Green, M.D., Ph.D., talks about the NHGRI-funded Human Pangenome Reference Consortium releasing a high-quality collection of human genome reference sequences, which together comprise a human “pangenome” reference.
… M.D. , NIH’s chief officer for scientific workforce diversity, who spoke at Bryn Mawr College ; and last, but not … was recently involved in a study that surveyed genomic diversity among people of European descent in Newfoundland … and Labrador, indicate a significant reduction in genomic diversity approximately 300 years ago. These data agree with …
News Release
Charles Rotimi, Ph.D., was awarded the Academy Medal for Distinguished Contributions in Biomedical Science by the New York Academy of Medicine. This honor, established in 1929, recognizes investigators with sustained and impactful accomplishments in biomedical research and an interest in translating these findings to advance human health.
… in genetic epidemiology and efforts to enhance the diversity of the human genetics field. … Charles Rotimi, … leadership of many crucial programs that improve ancestral diversity in research participants and the scientific … Academy of Medicine, in an email. “His call to increase diversity in genomics as a matter of a social justice …