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Experts from The NHGRI Dog Genome Project turned to Reddit to answer questions as part of an "Ask Me Anything".
… from The NHGRI Dog Genome Project turned to Reddit - a social news website and discussion forum - to answer … from The NHGRI Dog Genome Project turned to Reddit - a social news website and discussion forum - to answer … with known genetic results. Our understanding of dog breed relationships will continue to provide valuable information …
Research Funding
The Division of Genomics and Society focuses on the societal issues that need to be studied and addressed as genomics advances.
… and extending the institute's Ethical, Legal and Social Implications (ELSI) research program and integrating … related to genomics and manages the Ethical, Legal and Social Implications Research Program. … The Division of …
Policies and Guidance
For FY21, NHGRI’s extramural program will be operating under the NHGRI 2020 Strategic Vision.
… of the genomics workforce; and ethical, legal, and social issues related to genomic advances. … The NHGRI … bioethics; 3) qualitative and quantitative behavioral and social science research methodologies; 4) conceptual and … of obtaining strong mentorship, learning from peer relationships and generating quality publications. During the …
Media Advisory
NHGRI will host a two-day symposium addressing historical and present-day constructions of disability and ableism, with a focus on the history and lived experiences of people with disabilities in the context of genomics and genetics.
… is free and open to the public. Follow #NHGRIevents on social media for more information. … Expert speakers … is free and open to the public. Follow #NHGRIevents on social media for more information. … NHGRI will host a …
Event
A venue for trainees supported by NHGRI to present their research and form collaborations with other trainees and established researchers from training programs across the United States.
… genomic sciences, genomic medicine, and ethical, legal and social implications (ELSI) research to present their research … genomic sciences, genomic medicine, and ethical, legal and social implications (ELSI) research to present their research …
Explainer
Appropriate use of population descriptors in research is a critical scientific issue that is important for advancing genomic science and improving healthcare across human populations.
… stakeholders is important given the ethical, legal and social implications of their historical and current use.  … over time due to shifts in scientific, political and social thinking about race and ethnicity.  When the U.S. … Genetic ancestry Genetic ancestry refers to the biological relationships between individuals that result from inheriting …
Clinical Research
GENE-FORECAST® is developing a community cohort and resource for defining the significance of ancestry-related genomic variation in African-Americans.
… The Genomics, Environmental Factors and the Social Determinants of Cardiovascular Disease in Africans … of African-Americans (AA) and the exposome of social determinants and environmental factors that influence … To examine the associations between health behaviors and social-environmental factors or CVD risk factors in AA. The …
News Release
NIH programs are establishing which genes and genomic variants play a role in human disease, enabling use in medicine and research.
Jobs at NHGRI
NHGRI is seeking applications for the Director of Genetics Education (DGE) position for the Medical Genetics Training Programs, which plays a critical role in leading and overseeing all aspects of our ACGME-accredited programs.
… DO NOT INCLUDE YOUR BIRTH DATE OR SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER (SSN) ON APPLICATION MATERIALS. DHHS … and external partners. Build and maintain strong relationships with collaborators within the institution and … supervised or mentored). Do not include your birth date or social security number on application materials. … Salary is …
Professional Development Programs
The JHU/NHGRI Genetic Counseling Training Program trains students to conduct research and provides clinical rotations to learn about genetic conditions.
… Counseling Training Program trains students to conduct social, behavior and policy research in the field of genetic … genetic counselors. Those who are not (e.g., medical social workers, nurse practitioners, physicians, etc.) … major goals of the program is to train students to conduct social, behavioral and policy research in the field of …