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Jobs at NHGRI
Postdoctoral positions are available in the laboratory of Dr. Daphne W. Bell, within the Cancer Genetics and Comparative Genomics Branch of the National Human Genome Research Institute, at NIH.
… in the laboratory of Dr. Daphne W. Bell, within the Cancer Genetics and Comparative Genomics Branch of the National Human Genome … Description … Qualifications … How to Apply … Cancer Genetics and Comparative Genomics - ALK2 … Postdoctoral …
Summit
This Summit is a 5-year initiative (2016-2020) designed to help developing nations build and expand their knowledge base, infrastructure, systems, research efforts and technologies in human genetics and genomics.
… The International Summit in Human Genetics and Genomics is a 5-year initiative (2016-2020) designed to … systems, research efforts and technologies in human genetics and genomics. Increasing their access to these …
Jobs at NHGRI
NHGRI is seeking applicants for the position of Program Director (PD) of Laboratory Genetics and Genomics (LGG) Fellowship & Director of Genetics Education (DGE), which plays a critical role in leading and overseeing all aspects of our ACGME-accredited programs.
… SECURITY NUMBER (SSN) ON APPLICATION MATERIALS. DHHS and NIH are Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages … for the position of Program Director (PD) of Laboratory Genetics and Genomics (LGG) Fellowship & Director of Genetics Education (DGE). This key leadership position …
15 Ways Genomics Influences Our World
Genomics is ending diagnostic odysseys for patients with rare diseases.
… 80 percent of these rare disorders are genetic in origin, and 95 percent of them do not have even one treatment … - The Gene Doctors Videos American Society of Human Genetics - Rare Disease Diagnosis Through Sequencing & Bioinformatics Hands-On Activity NIH - Genetics Home Reference Resources for Healthcare Providers …
Genetic Disorders
Progeria is an extremely rare genetic disease of childhood characterized by dramatic, premature aging.
… Hutchinson, who first described the disease in 1886, and Dr. Hastings Gilford who did the same in 1904. As … treatment of progeria, the discovery of the underlying genetics of this model of premature aging may help to shed … NIH Fact Sheet: Progeria Medline Plus: Progeria Genetics Home Reference: Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome …
EDUCATION
The Talking Glossary features more than 250 common genetic terms pronounced and explained in an easy-to-understand way by leading scientists and professionals at the National Human Genome Research Institute.
… Loading... … Talking Glossary of Genomic and Genetic Terms … The Talking Glossary features more than 250 common genetic terms pronounced and explained in an easy-to-understand way by leading scientists and professionals at the National Human Genome Research …
Educational Resources
In genomic imprinting the ability of a gene to be expressed depends upon the sex of the parent who passed on the gene.
Research Training
A one-year fellowship program that trains highly motivated physicians to diagnose, manage, and counsel patients with inborn errors of metabolism.
… The Medical Biochemical Genetics Fellowship Program is a one-year fellowship program … trains highly motivated physicians to diagnose, manage, and counsel patients with inborn errors of metabolism. … Like the Medical Genetics Residency Program, this program is unparalleled in …
The Genomics Landscape
NHGRI medical genetics training programs provide an array of education opportunities
… new efforts for all of NIH to support equity, diversity, and inclusion in science, with the ultimate goal to end … field of genomics. …  Postgraduate training in medical genetics has been a cornerstone of clinical training at the … training programs spanning various aspects of medical genetics and genomics. These programs offer trainees a …
News Release
NHGRI researchers have successfully used facial recognition software to diagnose a rare, genetic disease in known as DiGeorge syndrome.
… (NHGRI), part of the National Institutes of Health, and their collaborators, have successfully used facial … March 23, 2017, in the American Journal of Medical Genetics , is to help healthcare providers better recognize … M.D., M.P.H., a medical geneticist in NHGRI's Medical Genetics Branch . "Even experienced clinicians have …