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Genetic discrimination is prejudice directed against people who have or may have a genetic disease.
… Genetic Discrimination … Genetic discrimination is prejudice directed against people who have or may have a genetic disease. … Genetic Discrimination, GINA, Genetic …
Educational Resources
Genetic epidemiology is a relatively new medical discipline that seeks to understand how genetic factors interact with the environment in the context of disease in populations.
… Genetic Epidemiology … Genetic epidemiology is a relatively new medical discipline that seeks to understand how genetic factors interact with the environment in the context of disease in populations. … Genetic Epidemiology, Healthcare, Medicine, Population …
Educational Resources
Genetic engineering is the process of using recombinant DNA (rDNA) technology to alter the genetic makeup of an organism.
… Genetic Engineering … Genetic engineering is the process of using recombinant DNA (rDNA) technology to alter the genetic makeup of an organism. … Genetic Engineering, … a different species to produce a desired trait. Used in research and industry, genetic engineering has been applied …
About NHGRI
The National Advisory Council for Human Genome Research provides expert advice on genetics, genomics research, training and programs to NHGRI and the NIH.
… The National Advisory Council for Human Genome Research (NACHGR) advises the Department of Health and Human … Institutes of Health (NIH), and the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), on genetics, genomic research, training and programs related to the human genome …
For Patients and Families
Genetic professionals provide information and support to individuals or families who have genetic disorders or may be at risk for inherited conditions.
… Genetic professionals work as members of health care teams … and support to individuals or families who have genetic disorders or may be at risk for inherited conditions. … counseling. Genetics professionals include geneticists, genetic counselors and genetics nurses. … Genetic …
News Release
NIH-backed African scientists are engaged in a global research endeavor to understand the genetic basis of disease in all populations.
… … NIH-backed African scientists are engaged in a global research endeavor to understand the genetic basis of disease in all populations. But this can … the spread of the disease in Nigeria. In addition to the high cost of research materials, the continent's geography …
Research Training
Institutional and individual funding from NHGRI to help scientists develop research and professional skills.
… to improve human health. The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) provides both institutional and … PAR-21-074 : Mentored Research Experiences for Genetic Counselors (R25) The overarching goal of this NHGRI … technology development, or (b) applications that focus on high priority ELSI issues and provide multidisciplinary …
Research at NHGRI
The NHGRI Intramural Research Award recognizes research achievements by trainees in basic, clinical, and social behavioral science research.
… The NHGRI Intramural Research Award distinguishes meritorious research accomplishments for a single, notable research achievement or a larger body of work of exemplary …
Research Funding
Fosters basic and applied research on the ethical, legal and social implications of genetic and genomic research. ​
… interest in ethics and genetics to share the latest ELSI research. This year's theme is “Reimagining the Benefits of … the generation, interpretation, understanding and use of genetic and genomic information and associated technologies. … Bioethical Research Funding Notice Notice of Interest in High Priority Research in Bioethical, Legal, and Societal …
Research Funding
A list of funding opportunities in genomics research provided by NHGRI and the National Institutes of Health.
… Developing novel theory and methods for understanding the genetic architecture of complex human traits (R21 Clinical … PAR-23-184 : Center for Inherited Disease Research (CIDR) High Throughput Sequencing and Genotyping Resource Access (X01 …