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15 Ways Genomics Influences Our World
Genomics is transforming how we study, diagnose and treat cancer.
… sequencing technology are leading to a new understanding of cancer and new ways for diagnosing and treating many types … in our genome as the cells divide over and over again. But on rare occasions, some mutations slip through our cells' … therapy. Such trials are aided by patients who share their genomic data with researchers or even openly with other …
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Dr. Pavan looks back on his career at NHGRI, highlights pivotal moments and shares his future plans in artistic woodworking and community mediation.
… I went to college for animal science with the intent of becoming a veterinarian and worked on a dairy farm for a … For me, I would like us to focus on not only discovering genomic variants but also understanding the functional … an enormous amount of time and money understanding the impact of the variants on the person with the disease. If we …
About Genomics
An interactive timeline listing key moments from the history of the project.
… was the first NHGRI Director and appears here as part of our history collection. Despite his scientific … and scientifically erroneous comments about his beliefs on race, nationalities, homosexuality, gender and other … on Human Genome Sequencing. They decide that all human genomic sequence information should be made freely available …
Human Genome Project
Record and submit a short video, capturing your thoughts/concerns/excitement about the launch of the Human Genome Project.
… October 1, 2020, marks the 30th anniversary of the launch of the Human Genome Project. NHGRI would like you to help us …   … Once you have recorded the video, please share it on your social media with the hashtags  #Genomics2020  and …
15 Ways Genomics Influences Our World
Advances in genomics are helping you access information about your genome from your home.
… led to an explosion in at-home, or "direct to consumer" genomic testing. You can even seek genomic information … or your family through DNA testing - maybe you've seen ads on TV or heard them on the radio. The global … was valued at $117 million in 2017, suggesting millions of people are purchasing these tests. In contrast to clinical …
The Genomics Landscape
In the April 2019 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green previews the redesigned genome.gov website and its new features.
… In March, the NIH Intramural Research Program was featured on CBS'  60 minutes . Specifically, the story focused on the recent successes of one of NIH's intramural researchers, Dr. John Tisdale of … inspirational piece illustrates yet another triumph of genomic medicine and offers hope for similar new treatments …
Genomics 101
Find out how the rapidly emerging field of genomics is transforming our understanding of human health and enabling advances that benefit all of humankind.
… and aging. Find out how the rapidly emerging field of genomics is transforming our understanding of human health and enabling advances that benefit all of … and partnerships help spark scientific curiosity, improve genomic literacy, and foster engagement among learners in …
The Genomics Landscape
In the July 2019 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green reflects on the milestones of the Newborn Sequencing in Genomic Medicine and Public Health (NSIGHT) Program as it reaches completion.
… experts, healthcare professionals, and interested members of the public. Specifically, the discussions will focus on genomic variation identification, association, and function … here . Back at NIH, but with the opportunity for a global impact, NIH is seeking to recruit a Chief Data Strategist . …
Educational Resources
Deoxyribonucleic acid (abbreviated DNA) is the molecule that carries genetic information for the development and functioning of an organism.
… genetic information for the development and functioning of an organism. … Adenine, Cytosine, Guanine, Thymine, DNA, … genetic information for the development and functioning of an organism. … Educational Resources …
Educational Resources
Genomics refers to the study of the entire genome of an organism whereas genetics refers to the study of a particular gene.
… Genomics … Genomics refers to the study of the entire genome of an organism whereas genetics refers to the study of a … Genome Project … Genomics is a field of biology focused on studying all the DNA of an organism — that is, its genome. …