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Genetic Disorders
Tay-Sachs disease is a fatal genetic disorder that results in progressive destruction of the nervous system.
… Tay-Sachs disease is a fatal genetic disorder that results in progressive destruction of the nervous system. … Tay-Sachs disease (TSD) is a fatal … Medline Plus: Tay-Sachs Disease NINDS: Tay-Sachs Disease Information Page Genetics Home Reference: Tay-Sachs disease …
Staff
Dr. Edward Giniger is an adjunct investigator in NHGRI's Genetics and Molecular Biology Branch.
… Information processing in the brain is done by specialized … just the right partners from among all the myriad cells of the nervous system. His laboratory also seeks to … for the receptor, Notch." Dev. Biol , 313:556-567. 2008. [ PubMed ] J.K. Song, R. Kannan, G. Merdes, J. Singh, …
News Release
Researchers with support from NIH will conduct research into the genetic underpinnings of Alzheimer's disease.
… National Institutes of Health to conduct research into the genetic underpinnings of Alzheimer's disease, analyzing how … annually. Developed under the National Alzheimer's Project Act ,the plan provides a framework for a coordinated and … and career development at sites nationwide. Additional information about NHGRI can be found at www.genome.gov . The …
Research Funding
Frequently asked questions for Investigator-Initiated Research on Genetic Counseling Processes and Practices FOAs (RFA-HG-20-048 and RFA-HG-20-049).
… September 25, 2020 Webinar Information … Funding Opportunity Announcements ( RFA-HG-20-048 and RFA-HG-20-049 ) Can a genetic counselor consultant fulfill the need to have a … counseling experience need(s) to be an integral part of the research team including being involved in research …
Educational Resources
Deoxyribonucleic acid (abbreviated DNA) is the molecule that carries genetic information for the development and functioning of an organism.
… acid (abbreviated DNA) is the molecule that carries genetic information for the development and functioning of an organism. … Adenine, Cytosine, Guanine, Thymine, DNA, …
Talking Glossary
GMO (short for “genetically modified organism”) is a plant, animal or microbe in which one or more changes have been made to the genome, typically using high-tech genetic engineering, in an attempt to alter the characteristics of an organism.
… have been made to the genome, typically using high-tech genetic engineering, in an attempt to alter the characteristics of an organism. … GMO (short for “genetically modified … have been made to the genome, typically using high-tech genetic engineering, in an attempt to alter the …
Genetic Disorders
Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disease that causes the body to produce thick, sticky mucus that clogs the lungs, leads to infection, and blocks the pancreas.
… Cystic fibrosis (CF) is the most common, fatal genetic disease in the United States. About 30,000 people in … with CF. Researchers modified a common cold virus to act as a delivery vehicle - or "vector"- carrying the normal … aeruginosa. Gene Database Speeds Research As the amount of information about CF grows, scientists have recognized the …
Genetic Disorders
Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease is a genetic disorder characterized by the growth of numerous cysts in both kidneys.
… Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease (PKD) is a genetic disorder characterized by the growth of numerous cysts in both kidneys. The progressive expansion … Organization for Rare Disorders Genetic and Rare Disease Information Center Finding Reliable Health Information Online …