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Diversity Center
The Pacific Center for Genome Research (PCGR) at the University of Hawaii at Manoa (UHM) aims to grow and support Genomic Research workforce at UHM, a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), which has a mission to serve historically underrepresented population in biomedical research, namely, Native Hawaiians and other Pacific Islanders.
… University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa (UHM) programs. Cultivate community engagement with the diverse populations of Hawai‘i and … and future research and industrial needs in genomics. Community Engagement Core Co-Leads: Kevin Cassel Dr.PH and …
Jobs at NHGRI
NHGRI is seeking applications for the position of Lead Education Outreach Specialist, located in Bethesda, Maryland.
… February 8, 2024 … This position is in the Education and Community Involvement Branch (ECIB) within the Division of … senior staff on a broad range of issues regarding public engagement and community involvement matters, developing and implementing …
Research Funding
Fosters basic and applied research on the ethical, legal and social implications of genetic and genomic research.
… to the Conduct of Genetic Research Report of the First Community Consultation on the Responsible Collection and Use …
The Genomics Landscape
In the December 8, 2022 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director, Eric Green, M.D., Ph.D., looks back on the success of the Genome: Unlocking Life's Code exhibition as it came to a close in November.
… the importance and nuances of data sharing, the research community will hopefully be proactive in facilitating data … others will get involved in this campaign to inform the community about the resources available to both share data … Annotation Working Group. … The Genomic Data Science Community Network (GDSCN) is an NHGRI effort to engage …
Diversity Center
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) has established a Diversity Center for Genome Research that will build UTRGV’s genomics research capacity by 1) expanding genomic research capabilities and discoveries in two innovative research projects; and 2) enhancing the size and quality of the available genomics workforce.
… health disparities for Mexican Americans. Engage in community partnerships and outreach activities to improve … activities to promote awareness of careers in genetics. Community Engagement Core Co-Leads: Sarah Williams-Blangero, Ph.D., and …
News Release
NHGRI hosts a Reddit "Ask Me Anything" about using virtual reality to study a host of questions about the human genome.
… significant goal and the need to engage the scientific community as we move forward. On December 1, 2017, an NHGRI … e.com/articles/nrg.2017.89?WT.feed_name=subjects_scientific-community-and-society ), that aim to enhance diversity in … you will be among them! And, finally, the Reddit community wanted to know what is the difference between …
Health
Genomic medicine involves using genomic information as part of clinical care and the health outcomes and policy implications of that clinical use.
… Genomics and Society includes two branches that focus on engagement of the public, healthcare providers and policy makers in genomics topics: Education and Community Involvement Branch (ECIB) and Policy and Program … and initiatives from ECIB include: National DNA Day Community Engagement in Genomics Working Group Family Health …
News and Events
A collection of institute resources, background information, and points of contact for members of the press.
… handles media requests, inquiries from the scientific community and questions from the general public. News …
Professional Development
The American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) and the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) co-sponsor the Genomics Communications Fellowship to provide an opportunity for science professionals to become skilled in the area of genomics communications.
… conduct background research on communications and public engagement issues of importance to NHGRI, ASHG and the human genetics/genomics community. Fellows will then develop communication strategies … society is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community of human genetics and genomics professionals. ASHG …
The Genomics Landscape
NHGRI medical genetics training programs provide an array of education opportunities
… engaged in the development of an inclusive genomics community. Vence L. Bonham, J.D. (Senior Advisor to the NHGRI … medicine, from patient-provider interactions to research engagement with marginalized communities. The Genetic …