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Profile
Dr. Pavan looks back on his career at NHGRI, highlights pivotal moments and shares his future plans in artistic woodworking and community mediation.
… After a decorated career as a geneticist at NHGRI, he looks forward to more art … me to mentor people from diverse backgrounds during my career. … Soo: What brought you to NIH? Pavan: When I was … own careers. … Soo: Were there any pivotal moments in your career? Pavan: There were a few times where it was clear …
Research Training
A mentored, pre-tenure track junior faculty position during which time the incumbent designs and implements an integrated, translational research program.
… We intend to assist in the development of a cadre of researchers who can compete for faculty positions at the best … experience upon which to build an independent research career, particularly when clinical research with human … to 1,200 credentialed physicians, dentists and Ph.D. researchers and clinical experts across many disciplines. The …
News Release
The Genetics and Public Policy and Genetics and Education Fellowships provide a pathway for scientists to pursue careers in science policy or education.
… in ELSI Research (CEER) program. This program funds researchers who are studying the bioethical implications of … how to bring the knowledge that I've obtained during my career as a scientist, and combine that with my passion for … you have the academic grantees and government researchers; you also have people thinking about the …
News Release
NHGRI published its “Strategic vision for improving human health at The Forefront of Genomics” in the journal Nature. This vision describes the most compelling research priorities and opportunities in human genomics for the coming decade, signaling a new era in genomics for the Institute and the field.
… NHGRI launched a new round of strategic planning in early 2018. “Our strategic engagement process for the past … who together represented highly varied backgrounds, career stages and disciplines. The strategic vision …
News Release
The zebrafish is a powerhouse tool that helps researchers better understand the genes that are implicated in disease.
… research. The zebrafish is a powerhouse tool that helps researchers better understand the genes that are implicated … at the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), researchers are advancing human health by coupling the … or deletions in genes, making them non-functional. The researchers then study the mutant fish to understand the …
Virtual Exhibit
The Human Genome Project changed traditional understandings of how and why scientific research is conducted. It was, however, not without its detractors. Early in 1990, there was an effort to stop funding for the nascent Human Genome Project, in the form of a letter writing campaign.
… by the fact that the project was funded by the public. Researchers around the globe have been able to freely access … It was, however, not without its detractors. … Early in 1990, as the Human Genome Project was ramping up, … role in keeping the Human Genome Project on track in those early days , Dr. Jordan responded to each of these letters, …
Clinical Research
NHGRI researchers work with patients and families to explore how genes cause or influence diseases, and develop more effective diagnostics and treatments.
… Researchers at the National Human Genome Research Institute … of how genes can cause or influence diseases. NHGRI researchers are working with patients, and with families with … current and future generations. Through these studies, researchers develop new diagnostic tests, more effective …
Educational Resources
A cytogeneticist is a geneticist who specializes in the study of chromosomes and the structure and function of the cell.
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.
… graduates to gain exposure to and training in multiple career paths relevant to human genetics and genomics. … of projects funded by NHGRI as well as genomics-related career paths. At ASHG , fellows will support ASHG program … and public engagement; scientific, digital, and career development programs; and diversity, equity and …
History of Genomics Program
The NHGRI History of Genomics Archive is a digital archive that holds a wealth of materials from the early stages of the Human Genome Project and provides a unique and detailed look into how the field has developed in the decades following.
… citation in our ArchivesSpace system which we ask that all researchers citing our materials use. Legacy users of our … staff, some of whom have retired or moved onto different career paths. As one of the key leaders of the United States … our collections include a wealth of materials from the early history of the Human Genome Project provides a unique …