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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.
… is gratifying to reflect on the amazing metamorphosis of genomics over the last two decades, especially with respect … issues and challenges associated with engaging the public about genomics and genomic medicine. Her efforts will also … learns about his ancestry on PBS’ Finding Your Roots Seven questions for a rare disease warrior Genome: Unlocking Life's …
Policies and Guidance
Frequently Asked Questions regarding the Update to NIH Management of Genomic Summary Results Access.
… Frequently Asked Questions regarding the Update to NIH Management of Genomic … Allele frequency information is used in the fields of Genomics, Population Genetics, and Clinical Genetics to help … DNA code of a single participant, rather than calculations about the patterns seen across a group of people. … NIH has …
Genetic Disorders
Parkinson's disease is a neurological condition that typically causes tremor and/or stiffness in movement
… tremor and/or stiffness in movement. The condition affects about 1 to 2 percent of people over the age of 60 years and … we need to live and grow. Our genes affect many things about us: our height, eye color, why we respond to some … testing for Parkinson's disease. (See: Frequently Asked Questions about Genetic Counseling Additional Resources …
News Release
NIH researchers have sequenced the whole genome of a dog native to Sardinia, Italy, and discovered in it clues about the migration of humans to the area.
… mountains of Sardinia, Italy, and discovered in it clues about the migration of humans to the area. (A genome is an … Ph.D., chief of NHGRI's Cancer Genetics and Comparative Genomics Branch . "Understanding the geographical origins of … isolated groups, adding it to a growing body of research about dogs. For years, Dr. Ostrander and other researchers …
Genetic Disorders
Colon cancer is a malignant tumor of the large intestine that affects both men and women.
… Reliable Health Information Online … What do we know about heredity and colon cancer? … Is there a test for hereditary colon cancer? … About Colon Cancer … Colon cancer is a malignant tumor of the …
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.
… past few months, NHGRI staff will continue pursuing our genomics-driven mission, whether working remotely from home … This included gathering input from the genomics community about successful programs and strategies in this area as well … a better understanding of human biology and new insights about human health and disease.  On that day 20 years ago, …
News Release
Mothers may be able to reduce guilt over their children's inherited obesity guilt by being more careful in the future about their children's diet.
… Bruce Agnew … Although many doctors are wary about discussing weight loss with their overweight patients - … be a downside, of course. Healthcare providers who discuss genomics and behavioral risk factors with overweight mothers … was controlled by a research assistant and took no questions.) Afterward, participants completed a post-test …
Educational Resources
NHGRI educates students, teachers and the public about genomics through outreach events and hands-on activities.
… (NHGRI) aims to educate students, teachers, and the public about genomics through participation in outreach events and … Institute educates students, teachers and the public about genomics through outreach events and hands-on …
Genetic Disorders
Breast cancer is the second most common cancer in women after skin cancer.
… for a small fraction of breast cancers. In Learning About the BRCAX Study , researchers discuss a recent advance … mutation." Positive test results only provide information about the risk of developing breast cancer. The test cannot … effective in preventing breast cancer. … What do we know about heredity and breast cancer? … What do we know about …
Genetic Disorders
Duane syndrome is a rare, congenital eye movement disorder.
… vision and compensate for improper turning of the eyes. In about 80 percent of cases of DS, only one eye is affected, … the reverse occurs when looking outward toward the ear. About 78 percent of all DS cases are Type 1. Type 2: The … the eyeball pulls in when looking inward toward the nose. About 7 percent of all DS cases are Type 2. Type 3: The …