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Administrative
NHGRI branch responsible for education and community involvement programs to increase understanding of genomics and its ethical, legal, and social issues.
… The Education and Community Involvement Branch (ECIB) develops education … of the public in understanding genomics and accompanying ethical, legal, and social issues. … ECIB's education programs include …
Research at NHGRI
The Social and Behavioral Research Branch conducts research to apply genomic discoveries to improve health and clinical care.
… The Social and Behavioral Research Branch (SBRB) aims to develop optimal approaches for … Disparities Lecture Series … Medical Genetics Residency Program JHU/NIH Genetic Counseling Training Program (GCTP) …
About Genomics
NHGRI considers the ethical, legal and social aspect of genomics research in our work, including these key policy issues
… use of genomics in society in order to advance knowledge and ensure that genomics benefits the health of all humans. To do this, we consider the ethical, legal, and social aspect of genomics research in our work, …
Staff
Dr. Lawrence Brody is a senior investigator in NHGRI's Social and Behavioral Research Branch and director of NHGRI's Division of Genomics and Society.
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… that lead to perturbations in normal metabolic pathways and cause disorders such as cancer and birth defects. His … genetic mutations, metabolic pathways, birth defects, ethical legal and social issues, BRCA1, BRCA2, breast cancer … …
Event
On December 11, 2023, NHGRI, in collaboration with several other NIH Institutes and Offices, recently renewed the three Notices of Funding Opportunity (NOFOs) used to support investigator-initiated research on the ethical, legal and social implications (ELSI) of human genome research.
… the NOFOs to Zo.Bly@nih.gov . A recording of the webinar and a list of questions and answers have been made available. … used to support investigator-initiated research on the ethical, legal and social implications (ELSI) of human genome …
News Release
The Social Genomics Project aims to understand what people around the world think about the intersections between genomics, genetics and society.
… you may have encountered opportunities to participate in research studies through your healthcare provider, patient … Research Institute (NHGRI) are harnessing the power of social media and mobile phones to connect with research participants. … …
Event
The Ethical Legal and Social Implications (ELSI) Research Program is hosting a webinar to gather specific feedback on four potential goals for the field of ELSI research over the next decade.
… related engagement events  including town halls, meetings and workshops. NHGRI staff formed internal working groups … for the field of ELSI research over the next decade. … The Ethical Legal and Social Implications (ELSI) Research Program is …
Event
The Ethical Legal and Social Implications (ELSI) Research Program is hosting a webinar to gather specific feedback on four potential goals for the field of ELSI research over the next decade.
… related engagement events  including town halls, meetings and workshops. NHGRI staff formed internal working groups … for the field of ELSI research over the next decade. … The Ethical Legal and Social Implications (ELSI) Research Program is …
Research Training
The Graduate Partnerships Program develops future scientists by providing opportunities to perform research in NHGRI laboratories.
… The Graduate Partnerships Program fosters the professional development of future scientists by providing the opportunity to perform research in National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) … those who have already completed a residency in obstetrics and gynecology. … Graduate or medical students at accredited …
Administrative
The Ethics Branch provides leadership, guidance and advice to NHGRI employees regarding ethical standards of conduct.
… The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) Office of Ethics assists NHGRI employees to adhere to the Standards of Ethical Conduct for Employees of the Executive Branch and the Supplemental Standards of Ethical Conduct for …