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NIH researchers have successfully identified differences in gene activity in the brains of people with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The study, led by scientists at the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), found that individuals diagnosed with ADHD had differences in genes that code for known chemicals that brain cells use to communicate.
Research Training
An opportunity for students to receive individualized research mentoring, learn about careers in genomics and have access to a network of early-career genome scientists.
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NIH will hold a Reddit "Ask Me Anything" with members of its NHGRI Ethical, Legal and Social Implications Research Program.
Funded Research
The Advancing Genomic Medicine Research (AGMR) program stimulates innovation and advance understanding of when, where and how best to implement the use of genomic information and technologies in clinical care.
Research Funding
The three research domains to be considered for support by the NHGRI Ethical, Legal and Social Implications Research Program.
… external factors that have an impact on these entities’ behavior and related outcomes in genomics. These factors may … macro-level values and norms (e.g., codes of professional behavior, organizational culture and institutional … of genes as the sole or primary component of human health, behavior or phenotype. Efforts by healthcare and other …
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NHGRI researchers asked patients, parents and physicians in the sickle cell disease community (SCD) what they wanted and needed to know about genome editing to make informed decisions about participating in genome-editing clinical trials.
About NHGRI
NHGRI research undergoes peer review by advisory committees who review extramural grant applications and intramural research programs.
Leadership Initiatives
The History of Genomics Program collects and organizes historic materials related to the field of genomics and NHGRI as an organization.
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When it comes to Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), genetics do make an impact.
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The High School Scientific Training and Enrichment Program is one of four internship subprograms in the NIH Summer Internship Program in Biomedical Research.