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The Encyclopedia of DNA Elements (ENCODE) Project has created a detailed resource on the letters of life, DNA, identifying genes and regions that may regulate genes in the human and mouse genomes.
… Prabarna Ganguly, Ph.D. … ENCODE Project's third phase offers new insights into the organization and regulation of our genes and genome … The Encyclopedia of DNA Elements (ENCODE) Project is … Project has created a detailed resource on the letters of life, DNA, identifying genes and regions that may regulate …
About Genomics
An interactive timeline listing key moments from the history of the project.
… Despite his scientific achievements, Dr. Watson’s career was also punctuated by a number of offensive and … and values of NHGRI. … Completed in April 2003, the Human Genome Project gave us the ability to read nature's complete … 1988 The National Research Council Commission on Life Sciences and the U.S. Congress Office of Technology …
Talking Glossary
An exome is the sequence of all the exons in a genome, reflecting the protein-coding portion of a genome. In humans, the exome is about 1.5% of the genome.
… Exome … An exome is the sequence of all the exons in a genome, reflecting the protein-coding portion of a genome. In humans, the exome is about 1.5% of the genome. … An exome is the sequence of all the exons in a …
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After a lifelong obsession with completing things, Adam Phillippy has helped in the final completion of the human genome sequence. The researcher talks about his life path to genomics, his relationship with perfection and his next big thing.
… things, Adam Phillippy has helped finally complete a human genome sequence. The researcher talks about his life path to genomics, his relationship with perfection and … who helped recruit Phillippy to the institute in 2015. “He’s been incredibly productive and imaginative in the things …
The Genomics Landscape
In the September 3, 2020 edition of The Genomics Landscape, Dr. Eric Green talks about the Impact of Genomic Variation on Function (IGVF) Consortium, the 2020 Genomic Innovator Awards and more.
… up to the 30th anniversary of the launch of the Human Genome Project in October 2020. Check out the latest oral … NHGRI announces 2020 Genomic Innovator Awards Genome: Unlocking Life's Code August 2020 newsletter … NHGRI program to explore …
The Genomics Landscape
In the June 2020 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green details NHGRI's new Diversity in Genomics Workforce Initiative.
… up to the 30th anniversary of the launch of the Human Genome Project in October 2020. I encourage you to check out … knowledge of SDOH can improve patient care and quality of life. For researchers, adoption of standard measures in … accelerate nutrition research over next 10 years Genome: Unlocking Life's Code May 2020 newsletter … Enhancing the …
News and Events
Discover the secrets hidden in your genome through illustrations, videos, engaging stories, and the latest science that impacts your life.
… The following social media channels are maintained by NHGRI's Office of Communications to provide a variety of audiences … and other social media channels, the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) is sharing … engaging stories, and the latest science that impacts your life. … Discover the secrets hidden in your genome through …
Fact Sheet
Your mental and physical health are deeply connected. Mental health is important for your health and quality of life.
… strong impact on your physical health. Because of this, it’s important to care for your mental and physical health as … how you feel about your disease and how it affects your life. Reflect on why you might want to join this clinical … in a different city for an extended time. Work–life factors You will need to take time away from your job …
Research Funding
The Knockout Mouse Phenotyping Project (KOMP2) collaborates with the International Mouse Phenotyping Consortium (IMPC) to knockout and characterize all protein-coding genes in the mouse genome.
… information for all protein-coding genes in the mouse genome. … Humans share most of their genes with mice. … contribute to disease in humans. Attendees of the “Mouse Genome-wide Targeted Mutagenesis” meeting at the CSHL Banbury … orthologues. The IMPC currently has data for 41% of IDG’s target genes across 25 groups of phenotypes, including …
About Genomics
A introduction to basic concepts in genomics to help you understand your genome, how it works, and how it impacts your health.
… a genetic disorder. The results help to determine a person’s risk of developing the specific disorder being tested for. … suspects, and victims of crimes and disasters. … Your genome is the operating manual containing all the … in a gene or group of genes that occur during a person's life. … Genetic testing consists of the processes and …