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When it comes to Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), genetics do make an impact.
… said. Knowing which genes are associated with ADHD set the foundation for Shaw to understand how  the genes act on the …
Research Training
Three-year residency program in medical genetics that trains physicians to diagnose, manage and counsel patients with genetic disorders.
… with tuition free didactic coursework through the NIH’s Foundation for Advanced Education in the Sciences (FAES) in …
Genetic Disorders
Noonan syndrome involves unusual facial characteristics, short stature, heart defects, bleeding problems, developmental delays and malformations of the ribs.
… Genetics Home Reference: Noonan syndrome Noonan Syndrome Foundation Medline Plus: Noonan syndrome Medscape: Noonan …
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A repurposed cancer drug appears to reduce the severity of lesions and pain experienced by people with Proteus syndrome
… Kim Hoag-Green, executive director of the Proteus Syndrome Foundation. "We are beyond grateful for Dr. Biesecker and his …
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Oral history videos feature conversations with genomics researchers and an interactive discussion with the institute's three directors.
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NHGRI researchers seek help from people with Sickle Cell Disease to find the factors - environmental, social and genetic - that impact the severity of symptoms.
… who are at risk," said Dr. Koehly. "We want to build the foundation for understanding how families communicate with …
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Dr. Wilson officially retired from The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) in September 2020, yet he remains on as a scientist emeritus in its Computational and Statistical Genomics Branch, where he was co-chief for 14 years.
The Genomics Landscape
In the May 2018 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green highlights the Human Genome Project receiving the 2017 Prince Mahidol Award.
… the King of Thailand and President of the Prince Mahidol Foundation) at a ceremony that took place in the Grand Palace … medicine. The honoring of the HGP by the Prince Mahidol Foundation is an appropriate recognition of these …
Staff
Dr. Andy Baxevanis is a senior scientist leading NHGRI's Computational Genomics Unit.
… Dr. Baxevanis is the recipient of the Bodossaki Foundation's 2000 Academic Prize in Medicine and Biology, … adaptation. These types of studies have provided a solid foundation for looking beyond the traditional set of …
Diversity Center
Meharry Medical College establishes a Diversity Center for Genome Research (DCGR) that will narrow inequitable representation gaps for underrepresented, disadvantaged minority by realizing their vision to promote African ancestry genomic research through infrastructure building and the formation of basic, clinical, and computational science research teams that are inclusive, interdisciplinary, and community-engaged.
… for Early-Stage Investigators (ESIs), thus laying the foundation for a career pathway of minority researchers …