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News Release
Researchers with support from NIH will conduct research into the genetic underpinnings of Alzheimer's disease.
… support from the National Institutes of Health to conduct research into the genetic underpinnings of Alzheimer's … how genome sequences-the order of chemical letters in a cell's DNA-may contribute to increased risk or protect … participants free of the disorder. They also will study genomic data from 111 large families, a portion of which are …
The Informed Consent Resource
Explore genomics-relevant considerations for informed consent and guidance on how to approach them.
… investigators think through important content to include in their consent forms and how to use clear and concise … form should reflect the research uses for which samples, genomic data, and health information might be shared. … increase participation of people who have concerns about privacy or do not want their samples and data used for …
News Release
A 2018 workshop led by Alaska Native people provides a path towards collaborative, community-driven genomics research.
… collaborative, community-driven genomics research. … In August 2020 the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention … Native Health Board (ANHB) — co-sponsored a workshop on genomic research with the National Human Genome Research … Native individuals not remaining anonymous and their privacy being breached, especially given their small …
News Release
Two grants will support studies on genomic literacy among Africans relating to research conducted in Africa by African investigators.
… grants totaling more than $300,000 will support studies on genomic literacy among Africans as it relates to research conducted in Africa by African investigators. The three-year grants are …
The Genomics Landscape
In the January 2024 issue of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green announces the appointment of Dr. Adam Phillippy as the founding director of the Center for Genomics and Data Science Research (CGDSR).
… of two events that I had the pleasure of participating in last month. Brendan Lee, MD., Ph.D. , and I recorded an … improve, new methods are required to make large-scale genomic edits. Such technologies would be particularly useful … of the genome for enhanced disease modelling.  This research was supported by a grant from the NHGRI Extramural …
News Release
The zebrafish is a powerhouse tool that helps researchers better understand the genes that are implicated in disease.
… Sheena Faherty Ph.D. … In the basement of a three-story brick building on the main … wee creature is making big waves in the sea of genomics research. The zebrafish is a powerhouse tool that helps … and Development Section, and his laboratory, explore the genomic changes that lead to certain blood cancers, such as …
News Release
NIH will hold a Reddit "Ask Me Anything" with members of its NHGRI Ethical, Legal and Social Implications Research Program.
… Anything" (AMA) with members of the National Human Genome Research Institute's (NHGRI) Ethical, Legal and Social … our society? What are the ethical implications of using genomic information to help manage the prevention, control … Research Program, is designed to bring together experts in wide-ranging fields - bioethics, law, behavioral and …
About NHGRI
The Genomics and Society Working Group advises on planning and priorities for genomics and society activities at NHGRI.
… NHGRI Genomics and Society Working Group was established in 2012 as a working group of the National Advisory Council … of Genomics and Society in light of changes in genomics, genomic medicine, and the policy landscape, aiming to … Genomics, Legal Issues In Genomics, Genomics Legislation, Privacy And Genomics, Genetic Information Non-discrimination …
Research Funding
NHGRI aims to establish a research Consortium, ML/AI Tools to Advance Genomic Translational Research (MAGen), to collaboratively explore the feasibility of Machine Learning (ML) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools that can enhance the accuracy and precision of predicting how individuals with pathogenic genetic variants manifest disease.
… The need for increased research to develop tools to translate genomic research findings into clinical applications has been … techniques have successfully identified novel patterns in non-genomic clinical datasets, receiving FDA approval for …
15 Ways Genomics Influences Our World
Genomics is fostering an appreciation for what our DNA means for our health, identities and culture.
… and culture. … Do you know what the slogan "it's in your DNA" is really all about? Our ever improving ability … of study in ELSI research  are questions about consent and privacy. For example, what do you need to know about a … in all potential discrimination areas, even though legal protections are in place under GINA, it is important to be …