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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 … by African investigators. The three-year grants are part of the Human Heredity and Health in Africa (H3Africa) … Both grants are part of the Ethical, Legal and Social Implications (ELSI) component of H3Africa. The program has …
The Genomics Landscape
In the June 2020 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green details NHGRI's new Diversity in Genomics Workforce Initiative.
… Eric Green, M.D., Ph.D. … This issue of  The Genomics Landscape  comes at an especially difficult … on increasing the diversity of the next generation of genomic researchers. The NHGRI Diversity Action Plan (DAP) … humankind are needed to fully realize all the anticipated advances. NHGRI seeks input from the genomics community to …
About NHGRI
NHGRI is the driving force for advancing genomics research at the National Institutes of Health, the largest biomedical research agency in the world.
… At NHGRI, we believe that advances in genomics research are transforming our understanding of human health and disease. Building on our leadership role … with the scientific and medical communities to enhance genomic technologies that accelerate breakthroughs and …
Professional Development
This is a fellowship program designed for recent undergraduates to gain exposure to and training in multiple career paths that advance public service for human genetics and genomics.
… experiences working at either: the National Institutes of Health within the NHGRI’s Extramural Research Program OR   … a non-profit scientific professional organization Duration of Fellowship:  2 years Start Date: July 1, 2025 Location: … carry out scientific project management duties in support of program directors in the NHGRI Extramural Research …
Event
NSIGHT explores the implications, challenges and opportunities associated with the possible use of genomic sequence information during the newborn period.
… Related Resources … The Newborn Sequencing in Genomic Medicine and Public Health (NSIGHT) program was … from the  Eunice Kennedy Shriver  National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) and the … of Health. The purpose of the program is to explore the implications, challenges and opportunities associated with …
Research Funding
The NHGRI Ethical, Legal and Social Implications (ELSI) Research Program Abstracts and Activities Database organizes abstracts for all ELSI-related activities
… The Ethical, Legal and Social Implications (ELSI) Research Program funds and manages … for all ELSI projects and activities by the last name of the principle investigator (PI). Each entry also includes, … Activities Database … ​The NHGRI Ethical, Legal and Social Implications (ELSI) Research Program Abstracts and Activities …
About Genomics
RNA sequencing and the detection of RNA modifications have recently gained significant attention in the genomics community. New genomic methods and technologies are still needed to advance basic and clinical research into human biology and disease.
… …   Methods to study RNA are becoming a standard part of the tools and technologies used in genomics! For example, … May 28, 2024 … RNA sequencing and the detection of RNA modifications have recently gained significant … studying and cataloging RNA and its modifications. New genomic methods and technologies are still needed to advance …
Research Funding
NHGRI's programs and projects support research in one of six domains to advance the field of genomics and improve human health.
… NHGRI's programs and projects support research in one of six domains to advance the field of genomics and improve … Molecular Libraries Program (MLP) Newborn Sequencing in Genomic Medicine and Public Health (NSIGHT) The Cancer Genome … and Effectiveness of Medicine … Ethical, Legal and Social Implications … NIH Common Fund … Related Content … Funded …
Event
An April 6-7 workshop will emphasize the scientific value of diversity and inclusion as well as identify and prioritize future research needs in genomics to advance health equity.
… April 6 10:00 a.m. - 10:10 a.m. Welcome and Introduction of Workshop Goals and Objectives Speakers: Lucia Hindorff, … Panelists: Esteban Burchard, Ph.D., MPH, University of California, San Francisco Vanessa Hiratsuka, Ph.D., MPH, … University   Day 2: April 7 11:00 - 11:10 a.m. Building a Genomic Science Health Equity Research Agenda Speaker: Vence …
The Genomics Landscape
In the July 2020 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green recalls the White House event announcing the draft human genome sequence.
… Eric Green, M.D., Ph.D. … As is likely the case for many of your organizations, NHGRI and NIH are starting to bring … disclosure; portability and privacy; patient, family, and societal benefits; and unique characteristics of genomic … research to understand the social, ethical, and behavioral implications (SEBI) of COVID-19 testing in these populations …