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Funding Opportunities for Investigator-Initiated Research in Computational Genomics and Data Science
The Computational Genomics and Data Science Program Announcements (PARs) invite applications for investigator-initiated research efforts fostering innovation in computational genomics, data science, statistics, bioinformatics, and data visualization and exploration.
… Active Awards Awardee Institution Title Project Number and Details … for functional genomics experiments: Measures to quantify genomic information leakage and file formats for privacy … GAURAV ICAHN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AT MOUNT SINAI Integrating genomic and clinical data to predict disease phenotypes using …
News Release
Six new grants will support researchers for new computational approaches to search millions of genomic variants for disease susceptibility.
… computational approaches for searching among millions of genomic variants to find those that make a difference in disease susceptibility or in other traits. The awards are for three years each and total approximately $13 … people with and without a disease are compared to find the genomic regions containing variants that affect disease risk. …
Diversity Center
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) has established a Diversity Center for Genome Research that will build UTRGV’s genomics research capacity by 1) expanding genomic research capabilities and discoveries in two innovative research projects; and 2) enhancing the size and quality of the available genomics workforce.
… build UTRGV’s genomics research capacity by 1) expanding genomic research capabilities and discoveries in two … … Build research capacity by expanding the pool of diverse genomic professionals through providing a wide range of … community partnerships and outreach activities to improve genomic literacy in the predominantly Hispanic local …
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.
… on increasing the diversity of the next generation of genomic researchers. The NHGRI Diversity Action Plan (DAP) … initiatives, including the Centers of Excellence in Genomic Science, genome-sequencing centers, and model … research) and to help implement and refine the practice of genomic medicine. There are extraordinary career …
NHGRI Director
A selection of NHGRI Director Eric Green's recent interviews, speeches, awards and institute testimony.
… and internationally and is the recipient of many awards. Below is a selection of recent interviews, speeches, … Morehouse School of Medicine Atlanta, Ga. September 5 Genomic Medicine XI: Research Directions in Genomic Medicine Implementation Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines …
News Release
NHGRI has awarded $6.4 million in first-year funding to establish Diversity Centers for Genome Research at three institutions: University of Texas Rio Grande Valley; Meharry Medical College; and the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa.
… institutions so that more students will have access to genomic technologies and be encouraged to explore careers in … principles outlined in the institute’s "Building a Diverse Genomic Workforce" Action Agenda , which describes NHGRI’s … field, leading to beneficial scientific discoveries. The awards — $32.7 million in total, which will be distributed …
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.
… describes the largest and most comprehensive catalog of genomic variants that affect gene expression produced to … COVID-19 survivors often have persistent lung trouble NIH awards contracts to develop innovative digital health … in older adults Genomics Videos 2020 NHGRI Genomic Innovator Award NHGRI Genomic Innovator Pre-Application …
Research Funding
The centers study in innovative ways to address important ethical, legal, and social issues related to advances in genomics.
… approaches to investigate ELSI questions. As the pace of genomic and genetic research increases, the development of … ELSI issues is an important addition to ongoing genetic, genomic and ELSI research efforts. A Center should: Develop … among investigators from different disciplines, such as genomic sciences, clinical research, clinical and health …
Genomics and Medicine
The NHGRI Genomic Medicine Working Group has compiled a list of interesting advances.
… The NHGRI Genomic Medicine Working Group (GMWG) is compiling a list of … interesting advances and helpful educational resources in genomic medicine. To submit notable accomplishments for … GMWG published the following notable accomplishments: 2023 Genomic Medicine Year in Review 2022 Genomic Medicine Year in …
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the annual Bettie J. Graham Leadership Award for Enhancing DEIA in the Genomics Workforce.
… additional letter of endorsement is necessary. … How many awards will be given each year? Two awards will be given … one of the following areas of interest specific to NHGRI: genomic science; genomic medicine; ethical, legal and social implications of …