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Researchers explored patients', parents' and physicians' perspectives on the use of CRISPR-Cas9 gene-editing to reverse sickle cell disease.
… forward the research. Participants urged researchers to act in a manner sensitive to the patient community and …
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… University Advanced Training at ICs Topic Speaker Sept. 21st – 23 rd, Sept. 26th 8.00 - 5.00 p m Advanced Training at …
Talking Glossary
Scientific racism is a historical pattern of ideologies that generate pseudo-scientific racist beliefs.
… were proponents of such ideologies. By the mid-20th century, pseudo-scientific racist beliefs were widely …
Staff
Christopher R. Donohue is historian at the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) and co-manages the NHGRI History of Genomics Program.
… is the co-editor of Vitalism and Its Legacy in Twentieth Century Life Sciences and Philosophy , by Springer Nature. He … ethnonationalism in Southeastern Europe during the 20th century, the other on geneticists and bioethicists’ support …
The Genomics Landscape
In June 1, 2023, edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director, Eric Green, M.D., Ph.D., talks about the NHGRI-funded Human Pangenome Reference Consortium releasing a high-quality collection of human genome reference sequences, which together comprise a human “pangenome” reference.
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NHGRI memorializes genomics champion Rep. Louise M. Slaughter (D-N.Y.) with an annual National DNA Day lecture named in her honor.
… tireless work on the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act helps protect Americans from discrimination based on … research, and is investigating the causes, treatments and cures for both common and rare diseases. For more information …
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NIH researchers identified a novel role for a gene known as heat shock protein 60, finding it is critical in tissue regeneration and wound healing.
… in humans. "We hope that topical treatment with Hsp60 will act the same way in humans," said Dr. Burgess. "And we … research, and is investigating the causes, treatments, and cures for both common and rare diseases. For more information …
Educational Resources
AIDS is a collection of symptoms known as acquired immunodeficiency syndrome.
Timeline
A timeline highlighting key moments in the development of eugenics, with a focus on the American eugenics movement.
… Discussions of eugenics began in the late 19th century in England, then spread to other countries, including …
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NIH investigators have discovered that genomic switches of a blood cell are key to regulating the human immune system.
… the variants are in DNA elements called enhancers, which act like switches to control gene activities. Dr. O'Shea's … research, and is investigating the causes, treatments, and cures for both common and rare diseases. For more information …