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NHGRI published its “Strategic vision for improving human health at The Forefront of Genomics” in the journal Nature. This vision describes the most compelling research priorities and opportunities in human genomics for the coming decade, signaling a new era in genomics for the Institute and the field.
… NHGRI launched a new round of strategic planning in early 2018. “Our strategic engagement process for the past … who together represented highly varied backgrounds, career stages and disciplines. The strategic vision …
Professional Development
This is a fellowship program designed for recent undergraduates to gain exposure to and training in multiple career paths that advance public service for human genetics and genomics.
… graduates to gain exposure to and training in multiple career paths relevant to human genetics and genomics. … of projects funded by NHGRI as well as genomics-related career paths. At ASHG , fellows will support ASHG program … and public engagement; scientific, digital, and career development programs; and diversity, equity and …
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The zebrafish is a powerhouse tool that helps researchers better understand the genes that are implicated in disease.
… research. The zebrafish is a powerhouse tool that helps researchers better understand the genes that are implicated … at the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), researchers are advancing human health by coupling the … or deletions in genes, making them non-functional. The researchers then study the mutant fish to understand the …
Educational Resources
A cytogeneticist is a geneticist who specializes in the study of chromosomes and the structure and function of the cell.
Clinical Research
NHGRI researchers work with patients and families to explore how genes cause or influence diseases, and develop more effective diagnostics and treatments.
… Researchers at the National Human Genome Research Institute … of how genes can cause or influence diseases. NHGRI researchers are working with patients, and with families with … current and future generations. Through these studies, researchers develop new diagnostic tests, more effective …
History of Genomics Program
The NHGRI History of Genomics Archive is a digital archive that holds a wealth of materials from the early stages of the Human Genome Project and provides a unique and detailed look into how the field has developed in the decades following.
… citation in our ArchivesSpace system which we ask that all researchers citing our materials use. Legacy users of our … staff, some of whom have retired or moved onto different career paths. As one of the key leaders of the United States … our collections include a wealth of materials from the early history of the Human Genome Project provides a unique …
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Researchers identified connections in the brain that children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may inherit from their parents.
… Disorder (ADHD), National Institutes of Health (NIH) researchers have identified different connections in the … More knowledge about these brain connections can help researchers discover and understand the genes associated with … symptoms. … New Insights into ADHD … Related Content … NIH researchers identify heritable brain connections linked to …
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Micro-sized technologies are among the approaches researchers will use to develop high quality, low cost DNA sequencing technology.
… as nanopores and microfluidics - are among the approaches researchers will use to develop high quality, low cost DNA … to slow down the DNA molecule as it passes through a pore. Researchers hope to directly identify DNA bases by measuring … Program supports grants for research and training and career development at sites nationwide. Additional …
Clinical Research
A study for patients with unexpected genetic results
… … May 13, 2021: From one genomic diagnosis, researchers discover other treatable health conditions … The …
Research Funding
The centers study in innovative ways to address important ethical, legal, and social issues related to advances in genomics.
… options as appropriate), and Increase the pool of ELSI researchers, by offering innovative, substantive educational and career advancement opportunities across multiple disciplines and across the career pipeline, including integrating the development of new …