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NHGRI will fund a set of genome sequencing and analysis centers whose research will focus on understanding the genomic bases of common and rare human diseases.
… part of NIH, today launched the Centers for Common Disease Genomics (CCDG), which will use genome sequencing to explore … of a complementary program, the Centers for Mendelian Genomics (CMG), which will continue investigating the genomic … changes involved in cancer. Centers for Common Disease Genomics Common diseases, such as hypertension, diabetes and …
Fact Sheets
Comparative genomics is a field of biological research in which researchers compare the complete genome sequences of different species.
… Comparative genomics is a field of biological research in which … human disease and improving human health. Comparative genomics also provides a powerful tool for studying … becomes more powerful and less expensive, comparative genomics is finding wider applications in agriculture, …
Human Genome Project
Video testimonials from prominent members of the genomics community commemorating and celebrating the 30th anniversary of the launch of the Human Genome Project.
… of the Human Genome Project. Prominent members of the genomics community have joined NHGRI in commemorating and … videos. … Video testimonials from prominent members of the genomics community commemorating and celebrating the 30th …
About NHGRI
The Genomic Medicine Working Group explores and advises on issues related to the adoption of genomic medicine.
… in advising NHGRI on research needed to evaluate and move genomics into routine medical practice. The working group … organizing genomic medicine meetings  that bring together genomics researchers, clinicians, and other experts involved … Medicine, Precision Medicine, Personalized Medicine, Genomics In The Clinic, Prenatal Testing, Genetic Testing … …
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Clinical applications of genomics in neurology and psychiatry will be the focus of the 2014 lecture series Genomics in Medicine at Suburban Hospital.
… Raymond MacDougall … Clinical applications of genomics in neurology and psychiatry will be the focus of an … School of Medicine. The first lecture, Genetics and Genomics of Craniosynostosis Syndromes , is set for Fri., … vice president for medical affairs at Suburban Hospital. "Genomics offers a potential means to understand these …
Policy Issues
Genome editing is a method that lets scientists change the DNA of many organisms, including plants, bacteria, and animals.
News Release
The NHGRI Short Course in Genomics brings the latest genomics science to the classroom.
… Prabarna Ganguly, Ph.D. … The NHGRI Short Course in Genomics brings the latest genomics science to the classroom. … Samantha Agoos, who … that are rooted in real, cutting-edge science. But for genomics, that's a tall order. Genomics — the study of all …
About NHGRI
The Genomic Data Science Working Group facilitates engagement of the National Advisory Council for Human Genome Research on genomics and data science issues.
… Genome Research on complex issues at the interface between genomics and data science. … The NHGRI Genomic Data Science … policy-related elements) as they relate to all areas of genomics (from basic science to genomic medicine … the National Advisory Council for Human Genome Research on genomics and data science issues. … Genomics Data Management, …
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Experts discussed the gaps, challenges and opportunities in genomics at Genomic Medicine Meeting VIII: NHGRI's Genomic Medicine Portfolio, sponsored by NHGRI.
… Steven Benowitz … Integrating genomics into medical settings is a chicken-or-the-egg … proposition. Healthcare professionals need evidence that genomics improves doctors' ability to diagnose and treat disease, but genomics must first be implemented into medical settings to …
Policy Issues
Scientists have edited genomes for many years, but CRISPR technology has improved the speed, cost, accuracy, and efficiency of genome editing
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… creating targeted mutations to the genome. 5  Large-scale genomics projects that once took many years and tens of …