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About NHGRI
A timeline of notable events in the history of the National Human Genome Research Institute.
… ** James Watson was the first NHGRI Director and appears here as part of our history … to the mission and values of NHGRI. … The National Human Genome Research Institute is the driving force for advancing … Implications Working Group. 1996 April 11, 1996: Human DNA sequencing begins with pilot studies at six universities in …
Research Funding
A list of scientific program analysts who carry out scientific analyses and project management duties in support of program directors in the NHGRI Extramural Research Program.
… Scientific program analysts support the genomics research programs and consortia funded by the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI). They carry out scientific analyses and project …
Research Training
The Summer Internship Program in Biomedical Research provides students the opportunity to perform biomedical research with some of the world's best scientists.
… The Summer Internship Program in Biomedical Research provides students at all … high school and college students. The National Human Genome Research Institute also conducts its own Summer … and submit an online application. Questions? Email the NHGRI Intramural Training Office at …
The Genomics Landscape
In the October 6, 2022 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director, Eric Green, M.D., Ph.D., celebrates the 25th anniversary of the NIH Intramural Sequencing Center (NISC). a well-respected and highly used large-scale DNA sequencing center that exemplifies the evolution of the field of genomics and the ever-increasing abilities to produce prodigious amounts of genomic data.
… of a new budget for the current fiscal year. The CR allows NHGRI to continue functioning and performing most of its … setting.   …  As the sun came up on 1997, the Human Genome Project (then in its seventh of 13 years) was adding … sequence to public databases weekly, as large-scale DNA sequencing had advanced substantially. At that time, it …
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.
… Green, M.D., Ph.D. … In March, the NIH Intramural Research Program was featured on CBS' 60 minutes . Specifically, the …  and monitor the 'Genomics2020' calendar . … The Genome: Unlocking Life's Code  exhibition is currently … Science Center Allentown, PA … A monthly update from the NHGRI Director on activities and accomplishments from the …
Infographic
An infographic that explains why it was so difficult to fully complete the human genome sequence.
… Why was it so difficult to fully complete the human genome sequence? The Human Genome Project ended in 2003, but genomic researchers had not … with a vision. Even with new technologies, genome sequencing is still tough, time-consuming work that requires …
Research Funding
GS-IT provides sequence analysis tools and software to scientists who rely on genomics in their research.
… to discover the tools and resources provided by the program. … The currently funded U01 centers are: Broad … … Overview … Grantees … Program Staff … Related Content … Genome Sequencing Informatics Tools (GS-IT) provides "researcher …
Careers and Training
NHGRI offers a variety first-hand training opportunities with genomics leaders and innovators
… The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) is a worldwide leader in … and innovators. … Other Training Programs … Training at NHGRI … The National Human Genome Research Institute offers a …
Media Advisory
On Monday, June 24, 2019, Newborn Sequencing in Genomic Medicine and Public Health (NSIGHT) program investigators will present genomic research findings on implications for health and care of newborns during a public webinar session from 1:30 - 5:15 p.m Eastern.
… newborns at the final public session of the National Human Genome Research Institute’s Newborn Sequencing in Genomic Medicine and Public Health (NSIGHT) … or you would like to attend the session, please contact NHGRI press team at nhgripressoffice@mail.nih.gov or …
Research Training
An opportunity for medical school graduates to complete a combined, five-year residency program in pediatrics and medical genetics.
… The Combined Pediatrics and Medical Genetics Residency Program is a remarkable opportunity for medical school … graduates to complete a combined, five-year residency program in pediatrics and medical genetics. … The Combined Pediatrics and Medical Genetics Residency Program, offered in conjunction with Children's National …