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NIH is awarding $18.9 million towards research that aims to accelerate the use of genome sequencing in clinical care for all individuals.
… of Health (NIH) is awarding $18.9 million towards research that aims to accelerate the use of genome sequencing … (NCI), both part of NIH. The new grants will support the development of methods needed to integrate genome sequencing … Program supports grants for research, and training and career development at sites nationwide. Additional …
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Top genome scientists from over 20 countries have joined forces in an effort to improve cooperation and coordination of genomic medicine research worldwide.
… Jeannine Mjoseth … Translational genomic medicine research - the effort to turn genomic discoveries into tools … improve cooperation and coordination of genomic medicine research worldwide. The payoff could be dramatic. "Starting … Content … International collaboration aims to speed development of genomic medicine … Top genome scientists from …
Research Funding
Frequently asked questions for Investigator-Initiated Research on Genetic Counseling Processes and Practices FOAs (RFA-HG-20-048 and RFA-HG-20-049).
… experience need(s) to be an integral part of the research team including being involved in research design, implementation, and analyses, not just … intend to fund? NHGRI anticipates funding 5-7 R01 and R21 awards across two receipt dates (balance will depend on …
Professional Development Programs
The JHU/NHGRI Genetic Counseling Training Program trains students to conduct research and provides clinical rotations to learn about genetic conditions.
… trains students to conduct social, behavior and policy research in the field of genetic counseling and provides … throughout, including summers. Because training for a career in genetic counseling requires meaningful interaction … for students to be involved in policy analysis and development. Evaluation of rotations Preceptors evaluate each …
Professional Development Programs
Provides exposure to the broader genomics community and experts in the field, with the opportunity to work on a genetics/genomics-related education projects under the mentorship of an ISCC-PEG member.
… and Community Involvement Branch National Human Genome Research Institute Swathi Balaji, BA Master of Science, … at Brigham and Women's Hospital OB/GYN Genomics Curriculum Development Sarah Roth, BA, MFA, MA JHU/NIH Genetic … and Community Involvement Branch/National Human Genome Research Institute/NIH Global Genetics and Genomics Community …
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NIH will renew three awards totaling $73.2 million over five years to continue building the Clinical Genome (ClinGen) resource, an effort to collect and archive information about clinically relevant genes and genomic variants for use in precision medicine.
… … The National Institutes of Health (NIH) will renew three awards totaling $73.2 million over five years to continue … for use in precision medicine. The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) will provide the majority of the … Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development in partnership with the National Eye Institute, …
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NHGRI has awarded the American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) a five-year, $7.1 million contract to support a new Genomics and Public Service Fellowship Program, which will provide early-stage professionals with experience in a range of genomics careers.
… scientific program management. … The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), part of the National Institutes … an entire rainbow of opportunities to advance genomics in research, medicine and society,” said NHGRI Director Eric … an entire rainbow of opportunities to advance genomics in research, medicine and society. Future advances in genomics …
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For researchers interested in applying to the Genomic Innovator Award funding opportunity
… Funding Opportunities … Slides … The National Human Genome Research Institute hosted a pre-application webinar for …
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NHGRI has awarded $6.4 million in first-year funding to establish Diversity Centers for Genome Research at three institutions: University of Texas Rio Grande Valley; Meharry Medical College; and the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa.
… training for students and tackling important genomics research questions for underserved populations. … Diversity Centers for Genome Research and Principal Investigators Meharry Medical College … field, leading to beneficial scientific discoveries. The awards — $32.7 million in total, which will be distributed …
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Researchers build a statistical model using family health history to improve disease risk assessment
Researchers at the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) have developed a new statistical model that can predict the risk for developing diseases by combining information about family member health and lifestyle factors from family members.
… Ganguly, Ph.D. … Researchers at the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) have developed a new statistical … in March in the peer-reviewed journal BMC Medical Research Methodology , the results may advance physicians’ … to treat. T2D is known as a complex disease because its development depends strongly on a person’s genetic …