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NIH researchers have created a data resource show how differences in an individual's genome can affect gene activity and contribute to disease.
… differences in an individual's genomic make-up can affect gene activity and contribute to disease. The new resource … It gives us unique insights into how people differ in gene expression in tissues and organs." NIH launched the GTEx … for scientists to study how genomic variants may affect gene activity and disease susceptibility. Investigators are …
Research at NHGRI
The Social and Behavioral Research Branch conducts research to apply genomic discoveries to improve health and clinical care.
… with the four themes below. The social context of genomic discovery We approach research with a social genomics lens. … so, we consider the effect of adverse social factors on gene expression in population groups that are … explore these connections. Clinical translation of genomic discovery We approach clinical translation through several …
Educational Resources
In genomic imprinting the ability of a gene to be expressed depends upon the sex of the parent who passed on the gene.
… Genetic Imprinting … In genomic imprinting the ability of a gene to be expressed depends upon the sex of the parent who passed on the gene. … Genetic Imprinting, DNA Sequence, Genes, Family Health History, Genealogy, Gene Expression … Genomic imprinting is the process by which …
Staff
Dr. Elise Feingold is a scientific program manager in NHGRI's Division of Genome Sciences.
… (then NCHGR) in 1992 as a program director focused on gene discovery, gene expression and functional genomics. Since 2019, Dr. …
News Release
NIH researchers identified a novel role for a gene known as heat shock protein 60, finding it is critical in tissue regeneration and wound healing.
… of Health researchers have identified a novel role for a gene known as heat shock protein 60 ( Hsp60 ), finding that … "This study proposes an unusual role for a well-known gene," said Shawn Burgess, Ph.D., head of NHGRI's … today in the journal npj Regenerative Medicine . "This gene is found in every organism from bacteria to man. We have …
Fact Sheet
A variety of approaches target the blood stem cells to relieve or reduce your symptoms of sickle cell disease.
… cells to reduce your symptoms of sickle cell disease.  Gene therapies use your own stem cells, while bone marrow transplants use the stem cells of a matched donor. Gene therapy  In gene therapy , your stem cells are changed by altering part …
News Release
NIH will award nearly $80 million to support the establishment of the Mendelian Genomics Research Consortium and the development of novel methods and approaches that help researchers identify the genetic causes of single-gene diseases.
… help researchers identify the genetic causes of single-gene diseases. Over 400 million people worldwide have been … generally thought to be caused by mutations in a single gene. The awards will be provided by the National Human … research community to perform more robust Mendelian gene discovery projects. The new clinical centers will be led by: …
Culture
Work with a talented team, including world-class scientists at NHGRI. Share genomics and its discoveries with the community and the world.
… build you career and help bring the fruits of genomic discovery to people's lives. … At NHGRI, we make possible the … within a learning organization centered on scientific discovery. As a part of the larger NIH community, you will …
For Teachers
The genetic timeline lesson plan gives students an historical perspective of the discoveries that led to our present understanding of the human genome.
… scientific process of using supporting evidence from one discovery to verify findings of another. Relate the …
Educational Resources
A genotype is an individual's collection of genes.
… BB, Bb, bb could be used to represent a given variant in a gene. Genotypes can also be represented by the actual DNA …