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In biology, an organ (from the Latin "organum" meaning an instrument or tool) is a collection of tissues that structurally form a functional unit specialized to perform a particular function.
… Organ … In biology, an organ (from the Latin "organum" meaning an … specialized to perform a particular function. … Cell … In biology, an organ (from the Latin "organum" meaning an …
Policies and Guidance
For FY21, NHGRI’s extramural program will be operating under the NHGRI 2020 Strategic Vision.
… and support studies focused on the structure and biology of genomes; the genomics of disease; the … that emphasize the quantitative sciences, computational biology, technology development, genomic medicine development … sciences, technology development and computational biology.  Funding priority for genomics and society …
Event
On November 16-17, 2023, the National Human Genome Institute will co-sponsor a workshop, Advances in the Genetic Architecture of Complex Human Traits, to take a historically grounded and forward-looking approach towards dissecting the genetic architecture of complex traits in humans.
… and precision, how do we systematically identify developmental trajectories, cellular responses, and dynamic … and traits? What does this mean for understanding human biology as universal and for the generation of other genomic … different cellular or physiological states as well as developmental stages into understanding how genetic effects …
Research Funding
NHGRI is initiating a new program-the Impact of Genomic Variation on Function (IGVF) Consortium to develop a framework for systematically understanding the effects of genomic variation on genome function and how these effects shape phenotypes.
… functional characterization of genomic variation in human developmental disorders HG011996 Hyejung Won Michael Love … technologies, computational genomics and systems biology to hematopoiesis to develop and promote a unifying … framework for the analysis of genomic states with their developmental potentials and trajectories. By focusing on …
Explainer
Appropriate use of population descriptors in research is a critical scientific issue that is important for advancing genomic science and improving healthcare across human populations.
… and Differences among Worldwide Human Populations . Human Biology , 2021.  Race: Talking Glossary of Genetic and … way to place people into racial or ethnic groups using biology or innate characteristics. For example, people with … ancestry involves analyzing DNA variants and is tied to biology, as described above, the availability of reference …
The Genomics Landscape
In the March 2024 issue of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green spotlights the Centers of Excellence in Genomic Science (CEGS) Program evaluation.
… times after birth. Previously, it has been assumed that developmental processes that happened before birth in our … crossed from the prenatal to the postnatal period. These developmental events largely involve strengthening the …
The Genomics Landscape
In March 2, 2023 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director, Eric Green, M.D., Ph.D., honors the recipients of the inaugural Outstanding Award for Enhancing DEIA in the Genomics Workforce - Pardis Sabeti (Harvard University), Bettie Graham (NHGRI) and Ann Mc Cartney (University of California, Santa Cruz) - for exemplifying powerful ways to promote diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.
… in all-things genomics at the annual Advances in Genome Biology and Technology (AGBT) General Meeting . The warm, but … of topics — from technology development to conservation biology. Long-read DNA sequencing and telomere-to-telomere … to specific genes, facilitating powerful molecular biology studies exploring the onset and care of diabetes.  …
Fact Sheet
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Event
NHGRI will host a director's research seminar by Matt Hurles, Director of the Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute on October 30, 2023.
… NHGRI Director's Research Seminar, titled "Deciphering Developmental Disorders," by Matthew Hurles, FMedSci, FRS. … group focused on deciphering the genetic causes of severe developmental disorders, and understanding how DNA mutates as …
Staff
Dr. Temesgen Fufa is a program director in NHGRI's Division of Genome Sciences.
… genomics and multi-omics to elucidate the mechanisms of developmental diseases. Dr. Fufa received a M.S. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology with a major in Biotechnology from Georgetown … School of Medicine, a Ph.D. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from Howard University College of Medicine upon …