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- Ethical, Legal and Social Implications (ELSI) Research Program2
- Genetic Architecture of Complex Traits1
- Genome Technology Program1
- Impact of Genomic Variation on Function (IGVF) Consortium1
- NHGRI Genomic Data Science Analysis, Visualization and Informatics Lab-space (AnVIL)1
- Genomics Research to Elucidate the Genetics of Rare Diseases (GREGOR) Consortium2
- Developmental Genotype-Tissue Expression (dGTEx)1
Educational Resources
A genetic marker is a DNA sequence with a known physical location on a chromosome.
Research Training
Three-year residency program in medical genetics that trains physicians to diagnose, manage and counsel patients with genetic disorders.
… (NHGRI) offers a three-year residency program in medical genetics that trains physicians to diagnose, manage and counsel patients with genetic disorders. … The Medical Genetics Residency Program exposes students to rare genetic … disorders that might not be seen in a more typical medical genetics program; emphasizes clinical research, one of the …
For Patients and Families
A list of genetic, orphan and rare diseases under investigation by researchers at or associated with the National Human Genome Research Institute.
Clinical Research
The Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Genetic Research Study explores the genetic factors contributing to ADHD to improve treatment in the future.
Educational Resources
Genetic drift is a mechanism of evolution. It refers to random fluctuations in the frequencies of alleles from generation to generation due to chance events.
… to chance events. … Genetic Drift, Evolution, Population Genetics, Genes … Genetic drift is a mechanism of evolution …
Genetic Disorders
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurological disorder that affects a person's ability to control their behavior and pay attention to tasks.
… Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, ADHD, Attention Span, Autism, Neurological Disorder, Genetic Disorder, Genetic …
For Patients and Families
​Genetic tests may be used to identify increased risks of health problems, to choose treatments, or to assess responses to treatments.
Educational Resources
A genetic map is a type of chromosome map that shows the relative locations of genes and other important features.
Policy Issues
Most genetic tests today are not regulated, meaning that they go to market without any independent analysis to verify the claims of the seller.
… criteria, adapted from the National Library of Medicine's Genetics Home Reference . Analytical Validity: Refers to how …
Professional Development Programs
The JHU/NIH Genetic Counseling Training Program addresses the growing need for genetic counseling services.
… of undergraduate level courses in biochemistry and genetics. Counseling experience, either paid or voluntary. … is provided by Ellie Younger at NIH. … To learn more about genetics, the field of genetic counseling and organizations … - About Genetic Counselors American Society of Human Genetics American Board of Genetic Counseling Accreditation …