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An international team of researchers including NIH has completed the first comprehensive characterization of genomic diversity across sub-Saharan Africa.
… unique. "The rich genomic diversity in sub-Saharan African populations can offer new insights about disease … genetic variant frequency in populations from endemic and non-endemic regions suggests that this effect may be in … have been conducted that include populations with mainly European ancestry." The GWAS approach involves rapidly …
Diversity Center
The Pacific Center for Genome Research (PCGR) at the University of Hawaii at Manoa (UHM) aims to grow and support Genomic Research workforce at UHM, a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), which has a mission to serve historically underrepresented population in biomedical research, namely, Native Hawaiians and other Pacific Islanders.
… at the University of Hawaii at Manoa (UHM) aims to grow and support Genomic Research workforce at UHM, a Minority … programs. Cultivate community engagement with the diverse populations of Hawai‘i and integrate genomics research with …  Integrating genome, other layers of omics, and non-genetic data to improve understanding of the etiology of …
Genomics and Medicine
The NHGRI Genomic Medicine Working Group has compiled a list of interesting advances.
… The NHGRI Genomic Medicine Working Group  (GMWG) is compiling a list of interesting advances and helpful educational resources in genomic medicine. To … for specific publications by title, author, category and/or by date range.  For an explanation about the selection …
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NHGRI researchers have discovered that Mediterranean populations may be more susceptible to an autoinflammatory disease because of evolutionary pressure to survive the bubonic plague.
… Prabarna Ganguly, Ph.D. … Genomic variants that cause common periodic fever have spread in Mediterranean populations over centuries, potentially protecting people … research was provided by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, the National Institute of Arthritis …
The Genomics Landscape
In the July 2020 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green recalls the White House event announcing the draft human genome sequence.
… is likely the case for many of your organizations, NHGRI and NIH are starting to bring some of our staff back to the … (ACMG) recently published guidance on incorporating genomic data into electronic health records (EHRs). EHRs are … on COVID-19 testing among underserved and/or vulnerable populations Emergency competitive revisions for …
The Genomics Landscape
In the October 1, 2020 edition of The Genomics Landscape, Dr. Eric Green reflects on the last 30 years since the launch of the Human Genome Project.
… with the Human Genome Project successfully completed and genomics maturing into a well-respected discipline. I am … not an endeavor for a serious postdoctoral research fellow and that genomics was not a field with a bright future! But … describes the largest and most comprehensive catalog of genomic variants that affect gene expression produced to …
The Genomics Landscape
In the June 2018 issue of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green highlights the success of The Cancer Genome Atlas.
… used a variety of techniques to analyze the tumor and non-tumor samples, including exome and whole-genome … Genes Revealed Genomic Databases Weakened by Lack of Non-European Populations NIH-Funded Researchers Identify Target for …
The Genomics Landscape
In the March 2020 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green highlights the newly appointed Dr. Chris Gunter's role as Senior Advisor for Genomics Engagement as well as the 30 oral histories to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the launch of the Human Genome Project.
… month, I attended the annual Advances in Genome Biology and Technology (AGBT)  general meeting. The first such AGBT … with NIH Director Francis Collins giving the kickoff talk and multiple NHGRI grantees featured throughout the program. … associated with engaging the public about genomics and genomic medicine. Her efforts will also include working with …
News Release
Researchers show critical association between diabetes and previously unlinked ZRANB3 gene.
… … Researchers show critical association between diabetes and previously unlinked ZRANB3 gene. … National Institute of … susceptibility to the disease in sub-Saharan African populations. The gene could also influence the development of … research studies have already implicated in T2D in mostly European ancestry populations. The work was funded by the …
About Genomics
In 2003, an accurate and complete human genome sequence was finished two years ahead of schedule and at a cost less than the original estimated budget.
… In 2003, an accurate and complete human genome sequence was finished and made available to scientists and researchers two years … mouse and rat April 2003 Functional Analysis Develop genomic-scale technologies High-throughput oligonucleotide …