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Newborn genetic screening is testing performed on newborn babies to detect a wide variety of disorders.
News Release
Scientists studying the genomes of nearly 5,000 people have pinpointed a genetic variant tied to an increased risk for stroke and cardiovascular disease.
… findings may provide new clues to underlying genetic and biochemical influences in the development of stroke and … their team reported their findings March 20, 2014 in PLoS Genetics. The investigators were supported by the National … Williams said. The researchers focused on one particular biochemical pathway called the folate one-carbon metabolism …
Talking Glossary
Genetics is the branch of biology concerned with the study of inheritance, including the interplay of genes, DNA variation and their interactions with environmental factors.
… Genetics … Genetics is the branch of biology concerned with the study of … and their interactions with environmental factors. … Genetics is the branch of biology concerned with the study of … and their interactions with environmental factors. … Genetics is the branch of biology concerned with the study of …
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.
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Type 2 diabetes is a disease that affects ten percent of the world's population, but the genetics underlying the disease remain poorly understood.
… to develop it in their lifetime. Previous studies into the genetics of diabetes risk have identified over 80 areas in … National Institutes of Health and head of the Molecular Genetics Section at the National Human Genome Research … unique to individuals. This resolves a question about the genetics of type 2 diabetes that has puzzled researchers for …
Research at NHGRI
The Medical Genetics Branch studies inherited disorders of metabolism and of human development.
… The Medical Genetics Branch (MGB) seeks to identify and understand … and of human development. MGB investigators focus on human genetics, vertebrate embryology, inborn errors of metabolism, … and neurogenetic disorders. … Projects performed at the biochemical, molecular, and cell biological levels involve …
News Release
The American Society of Human Genetics and NHGRI have teamed up to sponsor the new Genetics and Education Fellowship.
… (ASHG) and NHGRI have teamed up to sponsor the new Genetics and Education Fellowship. Every year, one genetics professional will receive comprehensive training and experience to help prepare him or her for a career in genetics and genomics education. The 16-month program is …
Staff
Dr. Manoli is a pediatrician, clinical and biochemical geneticist in the Organic Acid Research Section of the Metabolic Medicine Branch at NHGRI.
… M.D., Ph.D. … Dr Manoli is a pediatrician, clinical and biochemical geneticist in the Organic Acid Research Section … research fellowship (NCCAM), followed by clinical and biochemical genetics training through the combined NHGRI and Children’s …
Policy Issues
In 2008, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act was passed into law, prohibiting discrimination by employers and health insurers.
… Many Americans wonder if participating in genetics research or undergoing genetic testing will lead to being discriminated against based on their genetics. These questions may be the basis for why or why not patients decide to take genetics-based clinical tests or volunteer to participate in …
Professional Development
ASHG and the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) co-sponsor the Genetics Education and Engagement Fellowship to support early-career genetics professionals wishing to transition to careers in genetics education and public engagement.
… about key fellowship dates. … Rapid advances in human genetics/genomics research and genomic medicine are … and public engagement. ASHG and NHGRI co-sponsor the Genetics Education and Engagement Fellowship to support early-career genetics professionals who wish to transition to careers in …