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Frequently asked questions about the Genome Research Experiences to Attract Talented Undergraduates into the Genomic Field to Promote Diversity (GREAT) Program RFA.
… Diversity (R25 Clinical Trial Not Allowed). … Can I have a program focused solely on the Ethical, Legal and Social … ELSI alone. As noted in the FOA, “For the purposes of this program, the term ‘genomics’ encompasses issues and … considerations in the RFA: “Geographical distribution of program sites.” Can you explain what would qualify as a …
Professional Development
ASHG and the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) co-sponsor the Genetics Education and Engagement Fellowship to support early-career genetics professionals wishing to transition to careers in genetics education and public engagement.
… Contact the program at fellowships@ashg.org or submit our Fellowship … helped her advance her career goals. … This fellowship program is for people with an advanced degree who are … teacher professional development workshops and evaluated program activities for effectiveness and impact. ASHG: …
News Release
The American Society of Human Genetics and NHGRI have teamed up to sponsor the new Genetics and Education Fellowship.
… a career in genetics and genomics education. The 16-month program is divided into three parts: From September 2014 to … will have an opportunity to participate in educational program administration, grant oversight and evaluation, … development, curriculum development, or genomic literacy program development. "There's a need to develop the next …
Policy Issues
In 2008, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act was passed into law, prohibiting discrimination by employers and health insurers.
… wonder if participating in genetics research or undergoing genetic testing will lead to being discriminated against … and cures. This page provides an overview of the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) and … Administration. For the U.S. Military’s TRICARE insurance program, GINA offers more limited protection. TRICARE may not …
Event
Webinar to discuss NHGRI's support of a new Human Genome Reference Program beginning in fiscal year 2020.
… … Contacts … NHGRI will fund a new Human Genome Reference Program (HGRP) beginning in fiscal year 2020. The program will consist of a coordinating center, high quality … technology development. … Online … Human Genome Reference Program Webinar … Webinar to discuss NHGRI's support of a new …
Event
NHGRI will host a pre-application webinar for the GREAT Program funding opportunity announcement on October 6, 2021.
… into the Genomic Field to Promote Diversity (GREAT) Program funding opportunity announcement ( RFA-HG-21-033 ). You can find preliminary information about the GREAT Program from the Concept Clearance on NHGRI’s February 2021 … an overview of the FOA, the goals and objectives of the program, and the application review process. Attendees will …
Research Funding
The $1,000 Genome Program was a coordinated effort to support the development of technologies to dramatically reduce the cost of DNA sequencing, a move aimed at broadening the applications of genomic information in medical research and health care.
… research and health care. Some of the successes of this program, which culminated in 2014, are described in Nature : … Genome.” The history and achievements of the $1,000 Genome Program, which was led by Dr. Jeffery Schloss , as the … Functional Analysis Workshop December 1997 Sequencing Variation Workshop March - April 1997 The concept papers …
Talking Glossary of Genetic Terms
Race is a fluid concept used to group people according to various factors including, ancestral background and social identity.
… ancestral background and social identity. … Trait, Genetic Variation … Race is a social construct used to group people. … background and social identity. … Talking Glossary of Genetic Terms …
Research at NHGRI
The Medical Genetics Branch studies inherited disorders of metabolism and of human development.
… new diagnostic tests and treatments for patients with rare genetic disorders in the NIH Clinical Center. To achieve …
News Release
Dr. Shchelochkov will oversee the research training, fellowship and residency programs at the institute.
… — should be enormously valuable as he leads this program.” I am particularly enthusiastic about both the depth … — should be enormously valuable as he leads this program. NHGRI has one of the most extensive genomics … benefit the field. He will work with other NHGRI training program leaders like Melissa Merideth, M.D., M.P.H. of the …