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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 … what protections GINA does and does not offer. … The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) of 2008 …
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.
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 …
Professional Development Programs
The Genetics and Public Policy Fellowship is designed for individuals interested in the development and implementation of genetics-related health and research policies at a national level.
Jobs at NHGRI
NHGRI is seeking applications for the Director of Genetics Education (DGE) position for the Medical Genetics Training Programs, which plays a critical role in leading and overseeing all aspects of our ACGME-accredited programs.
… and consultations to enhance their understanding of genetic factors in various disease processes and empower them to confidently manage patients with potential genetic involvement. For a PhD Beyond expert diagnosis and … services to other medical teams on the results of genetic tests. The DGE will engage with labs within NHGRI as …
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 …
Research at NHGRI
The Genetic Disease Research Branch studies how genetic changes affect the structure and function of gene products leading to human disease.
… The Genetic Disease Research Branch studies the mechanisms by which genetic changes affect the structure and function of gene … identify and better understand pathways involved in human genetic diseases and normal development. Model systems, …
News Release
Scientists studying the genomes of nearly 5,000 people have pinpointed a genetic variant tied to an increased risk for stroke and cardiovascular disease.
… the genomes of nearly 5,000 people have pinpointed a genetic variant tied to an increased risk for stroke, and … their findings may provide new clues to underlying genetic and biochemical influences in the development of … genetics have been difficult to understand. Numerous genetic and environmental factors can contribute to a person …
News Release
Researchers sequence the genomes of healthy participants, then analyze the data to find presumed, mutations that might lead to a genetic condition.
… find a mutation in the genomic sequence of a person with a genetic disease, they sequenced the genomes of healthy … presumed, mutations that would almost certainly lead to a genetic condition. … Out of almost 1,000 volunteers whose … that 34 had the specific condition linked to their genetic mutation. These findings indicate that 3 percent or …
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 genetic disorder, most commonly occurring in children, that … both parents are carriers, they may want to consult with a genetic counselor for help in deciding whether to conceive or …