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The Genomics Landscape
In the February 12, 2021 edition of The Genomics Landscape, Dr. Eric Green talks about the 20-year anniversary of the publications that reported the draft human genome sequence.
… will feature three individuals with strong ties to NHGRI. Dr. Francis Collins will continue as NIH director, Dr. … Lander will serve as President Biden’s science advisor and director of the White House Office of Science and … Research (formerly the Medical Genomics and Metabolic Genetics Branch) in the institute’s Intramural Research …
Educational Resources
Genetic engineering is the process of using recombinant DNA (rDNA) technology to alter the genetic makeup of an organism.
… species to produce a desired trait. Used in research and industry, genetic engineering has been applied to the … therapies, brewing yeasts, genetically modified plants and livestock, and more. … Genetic engineering is the process of using …
Research Training
Three-year residency program in medical genetics that trains physicians to diagnose, manage and counsel patients with genetic disorders.
… The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) offers a three-year residency program in medical genetics that trains physicians to diagnose, manage and counsel patients with genetic disorders. … The Medical …
Professional Development Programs
The JHU/NHGRI Genetic Counseling Training Program prepares students for a M.S in Genetic Counseling from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health.
… Genetic Counseling from the Department of Health, Behavior and Society, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. … coursework in the areas of genetic counseling, human genetics, public health, public policy, research methodology, … … Overview … Coursework … GCTP Program of Study … T​he JHU/NHGRI Genetic Counseling Training Program prepares students …
Educational Resources
A genetic marker is a DNA sequence with a known physical location on a chromosome.
News Release
NHGRI has appointed Chris Gunter, Ph.D., as a senior advisor for genomics engagement. In this role, Dr. Gunter will advise the NHGRI director and the institute on issues and challenges associated with engaging the public about genomics and genomic medicine.
… Ph.D. … The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) has appointed Chris Gunter, Ph.D., as a senior advisor … … In this role, Dr. Gunter will advise the NHGRI director and the institute on issues and challenges associated with … research investigating primate social behavior and autism genetics, as well as evaluating methods of public engagement …
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.
… Eric Green, M.D., Ph.D. … NHGRI’s ‘Genomics2020’ Strategic Planning Process continues … a Goldfish, Start with a Blueprint NIH Scientists Link Genetics to Risk of High Blood Pressure Among Blacks Notable … Trials to Use Genomics in Treating Chronic Diseases New ASHG Strategic Plan Time to End the Manel Tradition NIH …
Policy Issues
The GINA is an important U.S. civil rights law that protects individuals from discrimination based on their genetic information.
… U.S. Congress in the 1990s at a time when genetic testing and genetics research was taking off at breakneck speed. GINA … at a White House briefing in 2000 . Former Director of NHGRI and current Director of the National Institutes of …
Staff
Dr. Suzanne Hart was the deputy director of the Medical Genetics and Genomic Medicine Fellowship Training Program until she retired in late 2023.
… Bay University) in 1985. She earned her Ph.D. in Human Genetics from the Medical College of Virginia (now called … University) in 1990. Her doctoral thesis was "Biochemical and Immunological Characterization of Serum Biotinidase in … of the Genetics and Proteomics Core Facilities. She joined NHGRI in 2003. She was the deputy director of the Medical …
For Patients and Families
A list of genetic, orphan and rare diseases under investigation by researchers at or associated with the National Human Genome Research Institute.
… with the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI). … This list of genetic, orphan and rare diseases is provided for informational purposes only and is by no means comprehensive. … A genetic disorder is a …