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News Release
The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) has announced plans to establish a new precision health research program within its Division of Intramural Research.
… capitalize on growing availability of large-scale genomic and health record data worldwide to advance the science of precision health. … The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) has announced plans …
Staff
Dr. Adebowale Adeyemo is an associate investigator and deputy director of NHGRI's Center for Research on Genomics and Global Health.
… of Ibadan in Nigeria. After a residency in pediatrics and genetics, he became a faculty member of the College of … in 2003 to work in genetic epidemiology at the National Human Genome Center at Howard University. He came to the NIH … diabetes, are non-communicable conditions of major public health and clinical significance. Dr. Adeyemo's research has …
Leadership Initiatives
The Genomics and Health Disparities Interest Group provides a forum to connect individuals from different scientific disciplines across the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and researchers in the Washington D.C. metropolitan area engaged in genomics and health disparities research, as well as provide opportunities for professional development, networking and community engagement. 
… The Genomics and Health Disparities Interest Group provides a forum to connect … Chazeman S. Jackson, Ph.D., M.A., American Society of Human Genetics Melanie J. Wells, M.P.H., American College of …
Your Genome
Information about the relationship between genomics and health for patients, families and health professionals.
… Going beyond family health history … Genetic conditions can be difficult to understand and raise many questions for you and your family. Our … discover your genetic heritage and risks, and guide you in making healthy lifestyle choices. Use these interactive …
Staff
Dr. Charles Rotimi is the scientific director of and NIH Distinguished Investigator in the Division of Intramural Research. He also serves as the director of the Center for Research on Genomics and Global Health (CRGGH).
… care administration. He obtained a second master's degree and a doctorate in epidemiology from the University of … to the NIH, Dr. Rotimi was the director of the National Human Genome Center at Howard University. Dr. Rotimi came to … He successfully led the establishment of the Human Heredity and Health in Africa (H3Africa) initiative with $76 …
News Release
NIH is establishing the Multi-Omics for Health and Disease Consortium, with approximately $11 million awarded in the consortium’s first year of funding. The new consortium aims to advance the generation and analysis of “multi-omic” data for human health research.
… diverse populations. … The National Institutes of Health is establishing the Multi-Omics for Health and Disease Consortium , with approximately $11 million … the generation and analysis of “multi-omic” data for human health research. Multi-omics refers to a research …
News Release
My Family Health Portrait is a downloadable tool to complete a family health history on a personal computer.
… 2004, the U.S. Surgeon General launched a national public health campaign called the U.S. Surgeon General's Family … awareness about the importance of family health history, and encourage all families to learn more about their health … personal computer that was developed by CDC, the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), and other partners. …
News Release
As you celebrate Thanksgiving with your family, remember that this special day is also National Family Health History Day.
… remember that this special day is also National Family Health History Day. … Family health history is important to … you detect disease risks that are unique to your family and take steps to prevent them before you become sick. It … Portrait, eases the process. Developed by the National Human Genome Research Institute and managed by the Office of …
Research Training
This program provides doctoral and medical graduates the opportunity to use genomic approaches to advance the growing area of health disparities research
… The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) Intramural Health Disparities Postdoctoral Fellowship provides recent doctoral and medical graduates the opportunity to use genetic and
Human Genome Project
Record and submit a short video, capturing your thoughts/concerns/excitement about the launch of the Human Genome Project.
… 1, 2020, marks the 30th anniversary of the launch of the Human Genome Project. NHGRI would like you to help us commemorate and celebrate this occasion in an unconventional way: by pulling out your phone and