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About Genomics
A introduction to basic concepts in genomics to help you understand your genome, how it works, and how it impacts your health.
… disorder. The results help to determine a person’s risk of developing the specific disorder being tested for. These … prevention or treatment options for you. … As technology advances and we learn more about how the genome works, … it or not, many parts of our daily lives are influenced by genomic information and technologies. Genomics now provides a …
The Genomics Landscape
In the November 5, 2020 edition of The Genomics Landscape, Dr. Eric Green focuses on the 2020 Strategic Vision.
… for NHGRI. In addition to celebrating the 30th anniversary of the launch of the Human Genome Project (HGP), which was … was once a fairly confined field, new technologies and advances have catalyzed significant uptake of genomics … (consisting of infrastructure, resources, training, genomic literacy, data science, and exciting areas of …
About Genomics
An interactive timeline listing key moments from the history of the project.
… was the first NHGRI Director and appears here as part of our history collection. Despite his scientific … on race, nationalities, homosexuality, gender and other societal topics. Dr. Watson’s opinions on these topics are … of Energy each establish an Ethical, Legal and Social Implications (ELSI) Research Program. More + 1989-1990 At its …
News Release
NHGRI researchers are studying the link between Parkinson's disease, and a rare disorder, Gaucher disease, by cross-breeding mice with the disease mutations.
… cross-breeding mice to carry human mutations causing each of the two diseases. They published their findings in the December 2017 issue of M olecular Genetics and Metabolism . … A single mutation … … Related Content … Mouse model for rare genetic disease advances understanding of Parkinson's … NHGRI researchers are …
15 Ways Genomics Influences Our World
Genomics is altering a genome with unparalleled efficiency and precision.
… we have decoded (that is, read out) the genome sequence of an organism, a logical next step would be to "edit" that … introduce mutations at the wrong sites rather than the genomic location being targeted. Many scientists are working … Smart" video  from PBS Digital Studios that looks at the implications of genome editing. You can test your knowledge …
The Genomics Landscape
In the December 2018 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green recaps progress from NHGRI strategic planning process events in 2018.
… Eric Green, M.D., Ph.D. … As signaled by the rapid arrival of cold weather and the seemingly overnight arrival of … topics - from basic genomics, to genomic medicine, to the societal issues relevant to genomic advances, to the … groups, such as experts in ethical, legal, and social implications (ELSI) research. In addition to soliciting input …
Administrative
NHGRI branch responsible for policy development and analysis related to advances in genomics research.
… The Policy and Program Analysis Branch (PPAB) of the Division of Genomics and Society conducts policy … PPAB promotes policies that facilitate the uptake of genomic technologies into the clinic and broader society, the … responsible for policy development and analysis related to advances in genomics research. … NHGRI branch responsible for …
15 Ways Genomics Influences Our World
Genomics is transforming how we study, diagnose and treat cancer.
… changed? Cancer is caused by changes in your genome, but advances in DNA sequencing technology are leading to a new understanding of cancer and new ways for diagnosing and treating many types … therapy. Such trials are aided by patients who share their genomic data with researchers or even openly with other …
The Genomics Landscape
In the April 2019 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green previews the redesigned genome.gov website and its new features.
… . Specifically, the story focused on the recent successes of one of NIH's intramural researchers, Dr. John Tisdale of … inspirational piece illustrates yet another triumph of genomic medicine and offers hope for similar new treatments … informing policy, and educating society about genomic advances. A key element among these efforts is NHGRI's …
About Genomics
NHGRI considers the ethical, legal and social aspect of genomics research in our work, including these key policy issues
… NHGRI is committed to driving the responsible use of genomics in society in order to advance knowledge and ensure that genomics benefits the health of all humans. To do this, we consider the ethical, legal, and social aspect of genomics research in our work, including these key issues. …