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- Genetic Architecture of Complex Traits1
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Research at NHGRI
The Genetics and Molecular Biology Branch uses genomic technologies to study the human genome and other organisms and disease mechanisms.
… and Molecular Biology Branch uses state-of-the-art genetic and genomic technologies to study the genomes of … that research findings and opportunities derived from genetic and genomic technologies may be translated into … and clinical research, bringing the latest genomic and genetic technologies to the study of human disease. Our …
Genetic Disorders
Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disease that causes the body to produce thick, sticky mucus that clogs the lungs, leads to infection, and blocks the pancreas.
… Cystic fibrosis (CF) is the most common, fatal genetic disease in the United States. About 30,000 people in … will be adapted to treat other organs affected by CF. Genetic Research May Lead to New Drugs to Treat Cystic … a sample of blood or saliva - is to see if a couple is at risk for giving birth to a child with CF. Carrier testing is …
Genetic Disorders
Osteogenesis imperfecta is a genetic disorder that causes a person's bones to break easily, often from little or no apparent trauma.
… Osteogenesis imperfecta is a genetic disorder that causes a person's bones to break … or no apparent trauma. … Osteogenesis imperfecta (OI) is a genetic disorder that causes a person's bones to break … by a medical team including the child's own doctor, and genetic, orthopedic and rehabilitation medicine. Supportive …
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Building upon a foundation of quantitative genetics laid over a century ago, applying modern genomic approaches to resolve how genetic and non-genetic factors shape variation in human diseases and traits.
… about how to identify and interpret the interplay of genetic and non-genetic factors on trait variation. These issues have … association studies (GWAS) reveal differences in apparent genetic effects across families and populations with …
Event
On November 16-17, 2023, the National Human Genome Institute will co-sponsor a workshop, Advances in the Genetic Architecture of Complex Human Traits, to take a historically grounded and forward-looking approach towards dissecting the genetic architecture of complex traits in humans.
… and dynamic processes in general that may mediate genetic effects on traits?  Advances in sequencing … or theoretically, for scalable approaches to map genetic effects on higher-order compositions of cells: … theory inform our understanding of how and why the genetic architecture of molecular level traits differ from …
Genetic Disorders
Wilson disease is a rare genetic condition that causes a person's body to store too much of the mineral copper, leading to organ damage that may cause death.
… Wilson disease is a rare genetic condition that causes a person's body to store too … damage that may cause death. … Wilson disease is a rare genetic condition that affects about one in 30,000 people. … disease are given lower doses of these drugs to reduce the risk of having a baby with birth defects. Lower doses also …
Research at NHGRI
The NHGRI Cancer Genetics and Comparative Genomics Branch identifies and study genes that contribute to cancer susceptibility and progression.
… gastric cancers. They also study the relationship between genetic variation and cancer progression and pursue the … causal sequence variants in DNA from inherited cells of at-risk individuals, in human tumor genomes and in the genomes … primary focus of CGCGB investigators is to identify the genetic contribution to the processes of cancer …
Research at NHGRI
Families Sharing Health Assessment and Risk Evaluation (SHARE) helps you and your family learn how your family health history affects your risk for diseases.
… 2 Diabetes Heart Disease How to Use the Families SHARE Risk Algorithm  … Families SHARE Workbook: English Families … Creole  … Below are links to the Families SHARE disease risk worksheets. The worksheets will help you work out family members’ risk for these diseases based on their family health history. …
Event
The Journeys in Human Genetics and Genomics Colloquium is part of a training partnership between ASHG and NHGRI to showcase the depth and breadth of exciting scientific, clinical, and societal elements of human genetics and genomics at an introductory level as well as to illustrate the myriad associated career opportunities.
Event
On March 12-16, 2024, the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) will participate in the 2024 ACMG Annual Clinical Genetics Meeting - an annual medical and scientific conference continues to provide groundbreaking research and the latest advances in medical genetics, genomics and personalized medicine.
…  No. Title P006 Evaluation and Application of a Genetic Risk Score for Uric Acid in Trans-Ancestry All of Us Cohort P058 …