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Genomic data science is a field of study that enables researchers to use powerful computational and statistical methods to decode the functional information hidden in DNA sequences.
… ethical responsibilities, as information about a person's genome sequence is associated with complex issues related to … about how they will use and share the resulting genome-sequence data in the process of gaining such informed … must be educated about the implications of their studies and work closely with ethics researchers. … How do …
News Release
NHGRI researchers have generated the largest catalog of genetic variants associated with physical traits for domesticated dog breeds.
… In a new study, researchers at the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) have generated the largest … The researchers used whole genome sequencing and genome-wide association studies to identify genomic variants associated …
Administrative
The Division of Management oversees a wide range of NHGRI activities, from financial management to administrative services to information technology.
… administrative management functions at the National Human Genome Research Institute, including administrative … Management … ​The NHGRI Division of Management oversees a wide range of institute activities, from financial management … technology.​ … The Division of Management oversees a wide range of NHGRI activities, from financial management to …
News Release
NHGRI researchers seek help from people with Sickle Cell Disease to find the factors - environmental, social and genetic - that impact the severity of symptoms.
… from person to person. … Researchers at the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) are seeking help from … fungi and viruses living in and on all humans), the genome (all the genes in a person), and the social and … Severity of SCD Symptoms … Related Content … New NIH studies seek adults and families affected by sickle cell …
The Genomics Landscape
In the October 1, 2020 edition of The Genomics Landscape, Dr. Eric Green reflects on the last 30 years since the launch of the Human Genome Project.
… Green, M.D., Ph.D. … Thirty years ago, today, the Human Genome Project (HGP) officially launched. I was there on the … been awarded one of the first center grants for the Human Genome Project by the then-named National Center for Human … Institute of Mental Health, recently published a set of studies describing how DNA variation can alter gene …
About Genomics
In 2003, an accurate and complete human genome sequence was finished two years ahead of schedule and at a cost less than the original estimated budget.
… In 2003, an accurate and complete human genome sequence was finished and made available to scientists … the human genetic instruction book, the project took on a wide range of other goals, from sequencing the genomes of … vast batteries of genes simultaneously. In microarray studies, a robot is used to precisely apply tiny droplets …
News Release
The Clinical Sequencing Exploratory Research Consortium has offered an ethical framework to guide pediatricians in pursuing clinical sequencing studies.
… Bruce Agnew … More than many other diagnostic technologies, genome sequencing carries the possibility of incidental or … what information they should disclose, and to whom, when genome sequencing uncovers signs of possible genetic risk for … to guide pediatricians in pursuing clinical sequencing studies, interpreting results, and, especially, disclosing …
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NHGRI hosts a Reddit "Ask Me Anything" about using virtual reality to study a host of questions about the human genome.
… diverse and underrepresented populations in genomics-based studies, a recent analysis found that individuals of European … and ethical hurdles in recruiting diverse participants for genome research? From the National Human Genome Research Institute: Hi, this is Vence! Great question! …
The Genomics Landscape
In the July 2020 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green recalls the White House event announcing the draft human genome sequence.
… announce the completion of a draft sequence of the human genome. The ceremony took place in the East Room of the White … gathered to celebrate a major milestone for the Human Genome Project. This historic landmark for biomedical … allows researchers to use the initial dataset and tools in studies. During this beta-testing phase, researchers are …
The Genomics Landscape
In the April 2020 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green provides an update on the final stage of the Genomics2020 strategic planning process; the NIH website for COVID-19 information, the Gene documentary debut on PBS and more.
… up to the 30th anniversary of the launch of the Human Genome Project in October 2020. The first four such oral … of strategic planning that dates back to the Human Genome Project. These efforts have proven extremely valuable … . NHGRI plans to release the draft 2020 strategic plan on genome.gov on April 15. At that time, we will be engaging …