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A new educational resource funded by the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) is now available to improve genomic literacy among physicians.
… educational resource funded by the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) is now available to improve genomic literacy among physicians. The Universal Genomics Instructor Handbook and Toolkit provides materials and guidance for educators implementing introductory training in genomic …
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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.
… 2020 Strategic Vision describes opportunities in human genomics for improving human health. … The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), part of the National Institutes …
Research Funding
The Division of Genome Sciences supports and accelerates foundational resources, technology development, experimental approaches, in basic genomics and functional genomics research. The Division also oversees a number of transformational initiatives and programs in genomic sciences.
… the appropriate contacts, please visit the Content Map for Contacts by Research Area or the Contacts by Research … . For more information, please visit NHGRI's Research Funding . … The Division of Genome Sciences supports and … technology development, experimental approaches, in basic genomics and functional genomics research. The Division also …
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NHGRI has awarded $6.4 million in first-year funding to establish Diversity Centers for Genome Research at three institutions: University of Texas Rio Grande Valley; Meharry Medical College; and the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa.
… Centers will support innovative genomics studies, providing training for students and tackling important genomics research … of Health has awarded $6.4 million in first-year funding to establish Diversity Centers for Genome Research at …
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An international team of researchers including NIH has completed the first comprehensive characterization of genomic diversity across sub-Saharan Africa.
… yet few studies have looked into genomic risk factors for disease in Africa. … The study provides clues to medical … scientific director of the NIH's National Human Genome Research Institute. "This is an important study that … approach is not always best when it comes to population genomics." The research team identified novel evidence of how …
Research Funding
The following are research areas of interest that have been identified by the participating NIH institutes and centers (ICs). Program Officer contact information is also included.
… R03) The NHGRI is interested in research that addresses: Genomics and Sociocultural Structures and Values: These … are encouraged to propose topics and issues that are ripe for research, especially given rapid advances in genomic … not participating in this NOFO will not be prioritized for funding by NICHD. Specific topics of interest to the NICHD …
The Genomics Landscape
In the November 4, 2021 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director, Eric Green, M.D., Ph.D., details how NHGRI researchers are emphasizing the need for diversity in genomics.
… presidentially appointed NIH director, having served for over 12 years under three U.S. Presidents. His tenure as … the need for diversity and a unifying anti-racist ethos in genomics research. The commentary, entitled “Cultivating … from NHGRI staff, genomics news stories, and NHGRI funding opportunities. The first issue of “The Forefront of …
Research Funding
The CEGS Program supports multi-investigator, interdisciplinary research teams who develop novel and innovative genomic research projects.
… in 2000 to stimulate the development of novel approaches for conducting biomedical research at genomic scale. CEGS … science, genomic medicine, data science and computational genomics, as well as research that integrates across more … Science (CEGS) (RM1) For more information about NHGRI funding opportunities, funding history, and application and …
Research Training
The Summer Internship Program in Biomedical Research provides students the opportunity to perform biomedical research with some of the world's best scientists.
… The Summer Internship Program in Biomedical Research provides students at all levels the opportunity to … disease, leading to the development of novel methods for the detection, prevention and treatment of heritable and … on their educational level. Students are responsible for travel expenses and making their own housing …
Research Training
The NHGRI Social and Behavioral Research Branch invites recent graduates to pursue multidisciplinary training in genomics and health.
… The Social and Behavioral Research Branch (SBRB), an intramural research branch of the … recent graduates to pursue multidisciplinary training in genomics and health. … Researchers in SBRB investigate … factors that facilitate translation of genomic discoveries for health promotion, disease prevention, genetic counseling, …