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Event
On April 16-17, 2018, the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) and the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of CHild Health and Human Development (NICHD) hosted a joint workshop - Genomic Medicine for Reproductive, Prenatal and Neonatal Health.
… and the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of CHild Health and Human Development (NICHD) hosted a joint … Genomic Medicine for Reproductive, Prenatal and Neonatal Health. … 6710B Rockledge Drive Bethesda, Maryland … Genomic Medicine for Reproductive, Prenatal and Neonatal Health … On April 16-17, 2018, the National Human Genome …
News Release
NIH leaders are calling for the scientific community to develop a consensus on the appropriate use of race and ethnicity in biomedical research.
… and society talk about human variation. Recognizing disparities experienced by racial and ethnic groups is important for public health, but how this information is reported can perpetuate … ethnicity in biomedical research, National Institute of Health (NIH) leaders are calling for the scientific community …
NEWS RELEASE
Final outcomes from the most comprehensive analysis to-date of humans and their microbiomes definitively link microbes and microbial activities with health problems.
… definitively link microbes and microbial activities with health problems. … There is a mighty but invisible kingdom of … microbiome. These microbiomes support and maintain your health but also, when the microbiome is disturbed in some … that the human microbiome is an important avenue of health research. It is one with crucial implications for our …
Event
On November 18, 2021, NHGRI will host an NIH Genomics and Health Disparities Special Interest Group lecture, "NIH Approach to Inclusive Excellence - The COSWD Viewpoint" by Marie A. Bernard, M.D.
… of activities, including co-chairing two Department of Health and Human Services Healthy People 2020/2030 objectives … will host the November meeting of the NIH Genomics and Health Disparities Scientific Interest Group with a lecture and …
News Release
NIH Center for Research on Genomics and Global Health is participating in the H3Africa Consortium's effort to develop an African-specific genotyping array.
… director of the Center for Research on Genomics and Global Health at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), and chief and senior investigator of the … stories and their implications for human history and health," said Dr. Rotimi. "The way people look outwardly …
Leadership Initiatives
NHGRI aims to ensure all populations are knowledgeable about and can participate in genomics research.
… genomic areas and not focus on particular disease(s) or health conditions. A Research Training Advisory Committee … Research Institute (NHGRI) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) offer both intraumural and extramural programs … Populations in Genomics  Genomics and Health Disparities Lecture Series  Executive Summary: Workshop on …
FAQ
On August 23, 2023, the National Human Genome Research Institute hosted a pre-application webinar for the Investigator-Initiated Research in Genomics and Health Equity RFAs: RFA-HG-23-017 and RFA-HG-23-018.
… RFAs, there must be a clear research focus on genomics and health equity. … Is there a preference of the type of … may propose any design that aligns with a genomics and health equity research question and remains within the budget … … Does this RFA support research related to health disparities in low and middle income countries? Applications …
Health FAQ
Discuss these questions with your doctor or health care provider.
… therapy is an experimental treatment that may improve the health of people with sickle cell disease. The treatment may … trial team will create a follow-up plan to monitor your health. Researchers will use your data (and the data of … who participate in gene therapy may also have improved health-related quality of life, including improved emotional …
For Patients and Families
List of resources to help you find accurate and reliable information on genetic and rare diseases.
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… As Internet users quickly discover, an enormous amount of health information is available online. The material provided … the Office of Rare Diseases at the National Institutes of Health. We cannot guarantee the accuracy, completeness, … we strongly recommend that you seek the advice of your health care provider with any questions regarding your …
For Patients and Families
The partnership engages communities on genomics, informs and shares perspectives, and impacts the focus of research.
… in Genomics brings together community liaisons and health advocates representing diverse populations to engage … The partnership brings together community liaisons and health advocates representing diverse populations to engage … Senior Advisor to the Director on Genomics and Health Disparities and Associate Investigator, Social and Behavioral …