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For Teachers
Lesson plan based on an award-winning DNA from the Beginning website, an animated primer on the basics of DNA, genes and heredity.
… website, an animated primer on the basics of DNA, genes and heredity. … The lesson plan is organized around key concepts, … video interviews, problems, biographies and links. In addition to the Molecules of Genetics covered in this …
Event
A 10-part seminar series in 2021 that focuses on the “Bold Predictions for Human Genomics by 2030” that are described in NHGRI’s “Strategic Vision for Improving Human Health at the Forefront of Genomics.”
… 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET Bold Prediction #1: Generating and analyzing a complete human genome sequence will be routine for any research … described in NHGRI’s “Strategic Vision for Improving Human Health at the Forefront of Genomics.”  Beginning in February …
About Genomics
In 2003, an accurate and complete human genome sequence was finished two years ahead of schedule and at a cost less than the original estimated budget.
In 2003, an accurate and complete human genome sequence was … scientists and researchers two years ahead of the original Human Genome Project schedule and at a cost less than the …
Human Genome Project
Video testimonials from prominent members of the genomics community commemorating and celebrating the 30th anniversary of the launch of the Human Genome Project.
Human Genome Project 30th Anniversary Video Selfie … members of the genomics community have joined NHGRI in commemorating and celebrating this occasion by taking their own selfie …
For Patients and Families
List of resources to help you find accurate and reliable information on genetic and rare diseases. ​
… Finding accurate and reliable information on genetic and rare diseases among … As Internet users quickly discover, an enormous amount of health information is available online. The material provided … of any specific tests and products by the National Human Genome Research Institute or the Office of Rare …
News Release
NHGRI has established the Office of Training, Diversity and Health Equity (TiDHE) to enable the highest level of genomic innovation by fostering diversity and health equity in genomics and genomic medicine. It will also serve as the central coordinating office for training and career development across the Institute.
… goals for training a more diverse genomics workforce and addressing health disparities. … The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) has established the …
Fact Sheet
Genomic variation accounts for some of the differences among people, including important aspects of their health and susceptibility to diseases.
… peoples’ DNA.   There are multiple types of variants in human genomes, ranging from small differences to large … very small subset of genomic variants contributes to human health and disease.   Researchers create reference human genome …
News Release
Quartz Africa has selected Charles Rotimi, Ph.D., for its list of innovators, which comprise "the most ambitious and imaginative minds on the continent."
… its list of innovators, which comprise "the most ambitious and imaginative minds on the continent." … An Imaginative … passion for studying the genomics of Africans and those of African descent worldwide. … Related Content … Quartz Africa … Charles Rotimi, Center for Research on Genomics and Global Health, genomics of Africans … Quartz Africa has selected …
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.
… Day 1: April 6 10:00 a.m. - 10:10 a.m. Welcome and Introduction of Workshop Goals and Objectives Speakers: … Lucia Hindorff, Ph.D. and Ebony Madden, Ph.D., National Human Genome Research Institute 10:10 a.m.  -  10:20 a.m. Connecting NHGRI’s Strategic Vision for Genomics with Health Equity Speaker: Eric Green, M.D., Ph.D., National …
Health FAQ
Discuss these questions with your doctor or health care provider.
… you are taking, your response to other treatments and your general health. To determine your eligibility, you may have to … take seven to 10 weeks to be manufactured and processed in a lab.   If the modified stem cells meet certain criteria, …