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Genetic Disorders
Familial hypercholesterolemia is an inherited condition causing increased low density lipoprotein cholesterol at birth and heart attacks at an early age.
… density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol beginning at birth and heart attacks at an early age. … Familial hypercholesterolemia is an inherited … LDL from the blood stream properly. The organ responsible for the removal of the LDL is the liver. High levels of LDL …
Research Training
Resources for trainees ranging from grant writing resources to peer review and career guidance.
… your application How to apply application guide Tips for Communicating Research Intent and Value … How to Apply - … (PDF) Peer Review Policies and Practices … Programs by Career Stage NIH Career Guidance Resources Careers in … data dashboard Center for Scientific Review (CSR) Early Career Reviewer Program Research Portfolio Online …
Research Training
Answers to Frequently Asked Questions for Ruth L. Kirschstein Individual National Research Service Award (NRSA) Fellowships with awards specifically for predoctoral students.
… For general guidance visit the How to Apply - Application … Ruth L. Kirschstein Individual National Research Service Award (NRSA) Fellowships with three awards specifically for … sciences, such as individuals from underrepresented racial and ethnic groups, individuals with disabilities, or …
Event
For researchers interested in applying to the Genomic Innovator Award funding opportunity
… Genomic Innovator Award (R35 Clinical Trial Optional)   RFA-HG-18-006   … Date: October 31, 2020 Notice of Pre-Application Webinars for the NHGRI Genomic Innovator Award NOT-HG-20-053 … Funding Opportunities … Slides … The …
Profile
After a lifelong obsession with completing things, Adam Phillippy has helped in the final completion of the human genome sequence. The researcher talks about his life path to genomics, his relationship with perfection and his next big thing.
… in the NHGRI Intramural Research Program, is still early in his career, but his accomplishments have already changed the way … Ph.D., a renowned computational biologist at The Institute for Genomic Research. In 2000, the field of genomics was …
Educational Resources
A bacterial artificial chromosome (BAC) is an engineered DNA molecule used to clone DNA sequences in bacterial cells (for example, E. coli).
… molecule used to clone DNA sequences in bacterial cells (for example, E. coli). … Cloning, Bacteria, Bioengineering, … molecule used to clone DNA sequences in bacterial cells (for example, E. coli). BACs are often used in connection with … taken up by bacterial cells. As the bacterial cells grow and divide, they amplify the BAC DNA, which can then be …
News Release
NIH researchers identified gene variants that cause a rare syndrome of sporadic fevers, skin rashes and recurring strokes, beginning early in childhood.
… that cause a rare syndrome of sporadic fevers, skin rashes and recurring strokes, beginning early in childhood. The team's discovery coincides with … only recently available, facilitated a molecular diagnosis for patients in their study. The researchers found that …
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Carlos Ferreira, M.D., staff clinician in NHGRI's Metabolic Medicine Branch, knows the catalogue of rare skeletal disorders well. With hundreds of known rare bone disorders and more to be discovered, Dr. Ferreira breaks down the challenges of skeletal genomics.
… During my last year of high school, I decided to pursue a career in medicine because I found it challenging and … to say that I have never regretted making that decision so early, specifically, at the age of 18. The idea to become a … and other institutions nearby, I knew it was a good fit for me, and I was hoping to help patients with rare …
News
NHGRI is honoring three individuals for their achievements in enhancing diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility (DEIA) in the genomics workforce. These individuals are the first recipients of NHGRI’s Outstanding Award for Enhancing DEIA in the Genomics Workforce, which was launched this year and will be awarded annually.
… Recipients of a new NHGRI award include an extramural investigator and two NHGRI staff … future years, NHGRI encourages nominations of extramural early career investigators and established investigators with …
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the annual Bettie J. Graham Leadership Award for Enhancing DEIA in the Genomics Workforce.
… have to be a current NHGRI grantee to be nominated for the award?   Although you do not have to be a current NHGRI … includes NHGRI listed as a funder of the grant For the Early Stage Investigator award, individuals meeting one or … grant A recipient of an NHGRI Fellowship (F) award or Career Development (K) award … Do you have to be a PI to be …