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An online Informed Consent Resource created in 2009 by NHGRI has been updated to keep pace with advances in genomics over the past several years
… sequencing technologies become increasingly affordable, genomics research is playing an ever-larger role across … (DPCE), at the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI). "As genomics research extends throughout biomedical … Informed and voluntary agreement to participate in genomics research is fundamental from an ethical and legal …
Clinical Research
The study collects genetic and medical information from people with GNE myopathy to understand the symptoms and clinical course of GNE myopathy.
… followed over time to understand the symptoms and clinical course of GNE myopathy. This information is essential to … of daily living. GNE Myopathy results from variants in a gene called GNE , which is responsible for a step in the … Speakers Series Presenter: Marjan Huizing, Ph.D., NHGRI, NIH. Disorders of Sialic Acid Synthesis: Pathway and …
The Genomics Landscape
In the October 2021 issue of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director, Eric Green, M.D., Ph.D., introduces us to new scientific director Charles Rotimi, Ph.D., his background and prior accomplishments.
… passage of a new budget this fiscal year. The CR allows NHGRI to continue to function and perform most of our normal … to bring to your attention a spectacular recent feature in Science that describes the remarkable work of NHGRI’s … backgrounds will benefit equitably from advances in human genomics. Speakers: Robert Winn, M.D., Virginia Commonwealth …
The Genomics Landscape
In the May 5, 2022 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director, Eric Green, M.D., Ph.D., pays tribute to one of NHGRI’s founding staff members and current leaders, Bettie Graham, Ph.D., as she reached a truly remarkable milestone: 50 years of service in the federal government.
… your summer plans — and if you happen to find yourself in the D.C. area — I would encourage you to visit the Genome: … Natural History. As described in the December issue of The Genomics Landscape , the exhibition debuted at the … GenomeTV starting at 11:30 a.m. ET to hear updates about NHGRI and genomics research more broadly. The first hour of …
The Genomics Landscape
In the August 2019 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green recognizes the recipients for the Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE), the highest honor given by the U.S. Government to outstanding scientists and engineers who are beginning their independent research careers.
… I recently had the opportunity to highlight the progress in genomics over the last three decades – from the early years … field that is increasingly relevant to peoples’ lives. NHGRI strives to be at the forefront of efforts to engage and …
News Release
Researchers explored patients', parents' and physicians' perspectives on the use of CRISPR-Cas9 gene-editing to reverse sickle cell disease.
… Jeannine Mjoseth … In the first study of its kind, researchers explored … Branch of NIH's National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI). "This study couldn't come at a better time for the … cell disease community hopeful genome editing will rechart course of disease … Researchers explored patients', parents' …
News Release
NHGRI has created a new publicly available digital archive and search aid for accessing documents related to the Human Genome Project and the history of genomics.
… paper materials created or preserved during his tenure as NHGRI director from 1993 to 2008. “We recognized the … years after the completion of the Human Genome Project in 2003, his full collection also includes numerous assets … and video recordings of events that shaped not only the course of the Human Genome Project but genomics and …
News Release
NHGRI has released a new action agenda for a diverse genomics workforce. This ambitious set of goals, objectives, and implementation strategies details NHGRI’s plans for enhancing the diversity of the genomics workforce by 2030.
… workforce. … The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) within the National Institutes of Health (NIH) has … and resources. Our new action agenda aims to bring both short- and long-term changes that will make genomics a … to the NHGRI director on genomics and health disparities, in the latest issue of ASHG’s American Journal of Human …
Event
On February 16, 2023, the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) held a follow-up working group consultation after the 14th Genomic Medicine meeting, Genomic Medicine XIV: Genomic Learning Healthcare Systems.
… Examples of Consultation Services (in alphabetical order by institution) The University of … we launched a “pooled” e-consult to field genetics and genomics questions at MGH. Specialists from 3 different … Brigham and Women’s Hospital, and Harvard MedicalSchool NHGRI Staff: Teri Manolio Renee Rider … Goal of the Working …
The Genomics Landscape
In the December 2018 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green recaps progress from NHGRI strategic planning process events in 2018.
… end. It has been another energetic and productive year at NHGRI, with every indication that 2019 will keep us just as busy. In particular - and as you will read below - the NHGRI … and accomplishments from the institute and the field of genomics. … Officially launched in February at a meeting …