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NHGRI researchers have shown that areas of the genome related to brain development harbor variants that may account for behavioral differences among different dog lineages.
… researchers understand how genomic variation can affect behavioral differences in humans. … National Institutes of … to brain development harbor variants that may account for behavioral differences among different dog lineages. The … in dogs and genes that may play a role in human behavioral conditions,” said Elaine Ostrander, Ph.D., distinguished …
Genetic Disorders
Parkinson's disease is a neurological condition that typically causes tremor and/or stiffness in movement
… than others and our likelihood of developing certain conditions. We have two copies of every gene: we inherit one … who have genetic disorders or may be at risk for inherited conditions. Genetic professionals can discuss the risks, …
Staff
Dr. Laura Koehly is the chief of and senior investigator in the Social and Behavioral Research Branch at the National Human Genome Research Institute.
… Ph.D., is chief and senior investigator in the Social and Behavioral Research Branch, National Human Genome Research … Recent efforts consider relational influences, such as behavioral encouragement, on individual health outcomes, … caregiving for children affected by chronic health conditions, such as inborn errors of metabolism or Tay Sachs …
Genetic Disorders
Cri du chat syndrome is a rare genetic condition that is caused by the deletion of genetic material on the the p arm of chromosome 5.
… serious organ defects and other life-threatening medical conditions, although most individuals with cri du chat …
Research at NHGRI
The NHGRI Intramural Research Award recognizes research achievements by trainees in basic, clinical, and social behavioral science research.
… Research Program, including basic, clinical, and social behavioral science research. To date, thirty trainees have … achievements by trainees in basic, clinical, and social behavioral science research. … NHGRI Intramural Research … Program, Basic Research, Clinical Research, Social Behavioral Science Research, Genomics Research, Careers In …
Genetic Disorders
Trimethylaminuria is a metabolic condition in which an individual is not able to convert trimethylamine into a compound called trimethylamine N-oxide.
Genetic Disorders
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurological disorder that affects a person's ability to control their behavior and pay attention to tasks.
… children with ADHD may also have learning disabilities, behavioral disorders or disorders of mood such as depression … a neurological condition? … What are some of the other conditions that are common in children with ADHD? … What is …
Genetic Disorders
Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency is an inherited condition that causes low levels of, or no, alpha-1 antitrypsin in the blood.
Research Training
Competitive scholarships for students from disadvantaged backgrounds to support careers in biomedical, behavioral and social science health-related research.
… backgrounds that are committed to careers in biomedical, behavioral, and social science health-related research. … The … backgrounds to support careers in biomedical, behavioral and social science health-related research. … NIH … Program, Training Programs, Biomedical Research Careers, Behavioral Research Careers, Social Science Health-related …
Genetic Disorders
Familial hypercholesterolemia is an inherited condition causing increased low density lipoprotein cholesterol at birth and heart attacks at an early age.
… autosomal dominant manner. In autosomal dominant inherited conditions, a parent who carries an altered gene that causes …