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NIH researchers have uncovered a key factor in understanding the elevated cancer risk associated with gene therapy.
… researchers have uncovered a key factor in understanding the elevated cancer risk associated with gene therapy. They conducted … gene therapy for humans. Researchers at the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), part of NIH, published …
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NIH grants aim to gauge if genomics can be used to help diagnose diabetes, manage heart disease and guide cancer clinicians to the most effective drugs.
… keep heart disease patients out of hospitals and guide cancer clinicians and patients to the most effective drugs. … These pilot demonstration awards, … (IGNITE) program administered by the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), part of NIH. All three …
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Researchers identified regions of the genome associated with skin color variation in some African populations, furthering skin disease and cancer research.
… Jeannine Mjoseth … In the first study of its kind, an international team of … researchers has identified new regions of the human genome that are associated with skin color variation in some … opening new avenues for research on skin diseases and cancer in all populations. … These findings may help …
The Genomics Landscape
In the September 3, 2020 edition of The Genomics Landscape, Dr. Eric Green talks about the Impact of Genomic Variation on Function (IGVF) Consortium, the 2020 Genomic Innovator Awards and more.
… Summer 2020 comes to an end, many of us continue to spend the bulk of our time working from home. If you are seeking … up to the 30th anniversary of the launch of the Human Genome Project in October 2020. Check out the latest oral … translational, and clinical research in areas of oral cancer, orofacial pain, tooth decay, periodontal disease, …
The Genomics Landscape
In the July 2020 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green recalls the White House event announcing the draft human genome sequence.
… Eric Green, M.D., Ph.D. … As is likely the case for many of your organizations, NHGRI and NIH are … announce the completion of a draft sequence of the human genome. The ceremony took place in the East Room of the White … and health disparities lecture: Subtype-specific breast cancer risk in highly indigenous Latin American women – Laura …
The Genomics Landscape
In the June 2020 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green details NHGRI's new Diversity in Genomics Workforce Initiative.
… Eric Green, M.D., Ph.D. … This issue of The Genomics Landscape  comes at an especially difficult … up to the 30th anniversary of the launch of the Human Genome Project in October 2020. I encourage you to check out … and health disparities lecture – Subtype-specific breast cancer risk in highly indigenous Latin American women, Laura …
Genomics and Medicine
The NHGRI Genomic Medicine Working Group has compiled a list of interesting advances.
… The NHGRI Genomic Medicine Working Group  (GMWG) is compiling … submit notable accomplishments for consideration to the GMWG, please email: GMWG@nih.gov . The GMWG published the following notable accomplishments: …
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NHGRI researchers have identified a genomic signature for some aggressive prostate tumors, which may help healthcare providers pinpoint treatment options.
… challenge health care providers face in treating prostate cancer is distinguishing the aggressive, potentially life-threatening tumors from … aggressive tumors. … Researchers with the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) and their collaborators …
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NHGRI researchers have developed the Families Sharing Health Assessment and Risk Evaluation (SHARE) workbook, which helps people use their family history to assess their risk for heart disease, diabetes, breast cancer and colorectal cancer.
… Prabarna Ganguly, Ph.D. … Study shows 70% of people who use the workbook discuss their disease risks and health history … with family members. … Researchers at the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), part of the National … to assess their risk for heart disease, diabetes, breast cancer and colorectal cancer. Since 2012, Laura Koehly, …
The Genomics Landscape
In the October 1, 2020 edition of The Genomics Landscape, Dr. Eric Green reflects on the last 30 years since the launch of the Human Genome Project.
… Eric Green, M.D., Ph.D. … Thirty years ago, today, the Human Genome Project (HGP) officially launched. I was there on the … November 4, 2020. … Genomics Research Human BioMolecular Atlas Program (HuBMAP) inaugural data release NIH-funded …