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Oral history videos feature conversations with genomics researchers and an interactive discussion with the institute's three directors.
… Communications and Public Liaison Branch … A collection of oral history videos released today by the National Human … to date. … The institute published an initial set of seven oral histories on its YouTube channel, including interviews … the next year and additional videos in the future. In each oral history, influential scientists offer extensive insight …
Staff
Dr. Suzanne Hart was the deputy director of the Medical Genetics and Genomic Medicine Fellowship Training Program until she retired in late 2023.
… to understand genetic diseases of the teeth, the oral cavity and the kidney. … Dr. Hart uses molecular and … techniques to understand genetic diseases of the teeth, oral cavity and kidney. Gum tissue is important in tooth …
30 Oral Histories
For the 30th anniversary of the Human Genome Project, the History of Genomics Program is featuring 30 oral histories from 30 key people working in genomics, as part of its broader efforts to capture people’s personal perspectives on history.
… Project, the History of Genomics Program is featuring 30 oral histories from 30 key people working in genomics, as … Project, the History of Genomics Program is featuring 30 oral histories from 30 key people working in genomics, as … to capture people’s personal perspectives on history. … 30 Oral Histories …
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.
… History of Genomics Program will be featuring 30 oral history interviews with prominent genomics experts … to the HGP’s success. In a count-down fashion, one oral history will be featured each week for the 30 weeks … video each week. The NHGRI History of Genomics Program’s oral history collection  is posted on the NHGRI YouTube …
News Release
Investigators with The Cancer Genome Atlas have discovered genomic differences in head and neck cancers caused by infection with the human papillomavirus.
… from individuals who smoked. The majority of samples were oral cavity cancers (61 percent) and larynx cancers (26 percent). … of tumors of the mouth, throat, larynx, nasal cavity, salivary gland and elsewhere that have frequently …
News Release
NHGRI researchers have discovered a new inflammatory disorder called vacuoles, E1 enzyme, X-linked, autoinflammatory and somatic syndrome (VEXAS), which is caused by mutations in the UBA1 gene.
… fevers, pulmonary abnormalities and vacuoles (unusual cavity-like structures) in myeloid cells. The scientists … fevers, pulmonary abnormalities and vacuoles (unusual cavity-like structures) in the myeloid cells. Out of the …
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.
… that are associated with five specific body regions: skin, oral cavity, airways, gastrointestinal and urogenital tract, using …
For Patients and Families
A rare disease is generally considered to be a disease that affects fewer than 200,000 people in the United States at any given time.
… [cancer.gov]), which affects the cells lining the chest cavity. More than 90 percent of mesothelioma cases are caused …
The Genomics Landscape
In the September 3, 2020 edition of The Genomics Landscape, Dr. Eric Green talks about the Impact of Genomic Variation on Function (IGVF) Consortium, the 2020 Genomic Innovator Awards and more.
… NHGRI History of Genomics Program continues to showcase oral history interviews with prominent genomicists – … Human Genome Project in October 2020. Check out the latest oral histories by George Church , Wendy Chung , Jonathan … basic, translational, and clinical research in areas of oral cancer, orofacial pain, tooth decay, periodontal …
Leadership Initiatives
The History of Genomics Program collects and organizes historic materials related to the field of genomics and NHGRI as an organization.
… scholarship, sponsors lectures and symposia, records oral histories and provides access to an archive of documents … Project and beyond August 24, 2022  News Release: NHGRI oral history collection features influential genomics … Human Genome Research Institute history of genomics oral history program: An example of "triangulation" (Book …