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- Ethical, Legal and Social Implications (ELSI) Research Program6
- Genomics-Enabled Learning Health Systems (gLHS)2
- Genetic Architecture of Complex Traits1
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- Impact of Genomic Variation on Function (IGVF) Consortium3
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News Release
Researchers identified regions of the genome associated with skin color variation in some African populations, furthering skin disease and cancer research.
… that are associated with skin color variation in some African populations, opening new avenues for research on skin … regions of the human genome associated with skin color in African populations. To do this, they took color meter … pigmentation, researchers could learn about the underlying genomic alterations that were responsible for difference in …
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NIH-backed African scientists are engaged in a global research endeavor to understand the genetic basis of disease in all populations.
… Sheena Faherty, Ph.D. … NIH-backed African scientists are engaged in a global research endeavor … … A Global Research Endeavor Studies have shown that African populations contain the oldest and most diverse set … populations. By not exploring genetic variation within African populations, opportunities are missed to advance not …
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The largest genomic study on type 2 diabetes in Africans to date has recently been published in Nature Communications and reports the most recent findings of the ongoing Africa America Diabetes Mellitus (AADM) study that has been led by Dr. Charles Rotimi for over two decades.
… Amy Bentley … The largest genomic study on type 2 diabetes in Africans to date has … of the Genomics of Type 2 Diabetes in Africans Identifies African-specific Risk Locus … The largest genomic study on type 2 diabetes in Africans to date has …
Research Funding
The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) provides both institutional and individual funding to promote diversity in the genomics workforce. Our programs offer opportunities at the undergraduate, postbaccalaureate, graduate, postdoctoral and faculty levels.
… both institutional and individual funding to promote diversity in the genomics workforce. Our programs offer … for training the entry-level research workforce on basic genomic concepts (UE5 Clinical Trial Not Allowed). The … purpose of this initiative is to leverage the NHGRI-funded Genomic Data Science Analysis, Visualization and Informatics …
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NHGRI has released a new action agenda for a diverse genomics workforce. This ambitious set of goals, objectives, and implementation strategies details NHGRI’s plans for enhancing the diversity of the genomics workforce by 2030.
… strategies details NHGRI’s plans for enhancing the diversity of the genomics workforce by 2030. "To reach its … of genomics requires a workforce that better reflects the diversity of the U.S. population,” NHGRI Director Eric Green, … plan for this priority area, NHGRI established an internal Genomic Workforce Diversity Working Group last year. Chaired …
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NIH-funded research highlights need for diversity in study populations, creates a comprehensive genomic toolkit for scientists
… Ganguly, Ph.D. … NIH-funded research highlights need for diversity in study populations, creates a comprehensive genomic toolkit for scientists … In a study published in the … diverse populations. The team collected data from 49,839 African-American, Hispanic/Latino, Asian, Native Hawaiian, …
Diversity Center
Meharry Medical College establishes a Diversity Center for Genome Research (DCGR) that will narrow inequitable representation gaps for underrepresented, disadvantaged minority by realizing their vision to promote African ancestry genomic research through infrastructure building and the formation of basic, clinical, and computational science research teams that are inclusive, interdisciplinary, and community-engaged.
… disadvantaged minority (URM) groups by establishing a Diversity Center for Genome Research (DCGR). The Diversity … gaps for URM by realizing our vision to promote African ancestry genomic research through infrastructure building and the …
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NHGRI researchers collaborated with physicians and medical geneticists worldwide to create the Atlas of Human Malformation Syndromes in Diverse Populations.
… traits), syndrome, continental region of residence and genomic/molecular diagnosis. The need for the tool became … in Africa. "We found ourselves struggling to diagnose the African children," Dr. Kruszka said. "We were doing our best … implements technology to understand, diagnose and treat genomic and genetic diseases. Additional information about …
Organizational Structure
NHGRI’s Training, Diversity and Health Equity Office (TiDHE) works to champion a diverse genomics workforce, address health disparities and reach a more equitable and healthy society.
… NHGRI’s Training, Diversity and Health Equity (TiDHE) Office develops and … Robert Rivers as new director of Office of Training, Diversity and Health Equity August 12, 2024 … The Genomics … genetics and genomics workforce and the factors affecting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the field. …
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Genomic variants that increase risk of kidney disease are found in nearly one-third of West Africans
A study from researchers at National Institutes of Health (NIH) and their collaborators revealed a significant genetic risk factor for kidney disease in people of West African ancestry.
… for earlier health interventions for people with West African ancestry. … A study from researchers at National … Research Network. Previous research established that genomic variants in APOL1 increase the risk of developing … be true for all humankind, but there is often substantial diversity even within specific ancestry or ethnic groups,” …