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Genomic variation refers to diversity in gene frequencies.
… refers to DNA sequence differences among individuals or populations. Some variants influence biological function …
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… Roundtable on Inclusion and Engagement of Underrepresented Populations in Genomics National Human Genome Research … with the inclusion and engagement of underrepresented populations in genomics research. The roundtable discussed the lack of ancestrally diverse populations represented in genomic studies and how that …
Research Funding
Administrative supplements may be submitted throughout the fiscal year, but should be requested at least 90 days prior to the anticipated need and no later than by May 15.
… application, or To provide funding for special populations to enter or re-enter biomedical research. Check … Needs … Administrative Supplements for Special Populations … How to Apply for Administrative Supplements … …
Talking Glossary of Genetic Terms
Race is a fluid concept used to group people according to various factors including, ancestral background and social identity.
… across nations, regions and the world. Race divides human populations into groups often based on physical appearance, …
Research Funding
The E​MERGE Network develops, disseminates and applies approaches to research that combine biorepositories with electronic medical record systems.​
… select conditions can be generated reliably across diverse populations and help inform clinical decisions about the … and validate polygenic risk scores (PRS) in diverse populations for 10 conditions, combine PRS results with …
Educational Resources
Polymorphism involves one of two or more variants of a particular DNA sequence.
… DNA sequence that can occur among different individuals or populations. The most common type of polymorphism involves …
The Genomics Landscape
In the February 2024 issue of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green spotlights the Genome Statute and Legislation Database, which recently received a major revamp to help researchers, policy analysts, and the public more easily find state-level legislation related to genomics.
… plan written on a napkin to a laboratory in the sub-subbasement to shredding up brochures at an institute … ranging from cells and tissues to families and populations. Many talks covered research beyond humans, …
Talking Glossary
The genome reference sequence provides a general framework and is not the DNA sequence of a single person.
… and structural diversity found in the human genome among populations. The genome reference sequence provides a general …
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On March 5-6, 2019, the Genomic Medicine Working Group hosted the Genomics in Health and Wellness Meeting in Bethesda, Maryland.
… tests and a genetics-based testing program within employer populations and measure and publish the clinical and health …