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Leadership Initiatives
NHGRI aims to ensure all populations are knowledgeable about and can participate in genomics research.
… the science underpinning the Human Genome Project and genomics research, and have the opportunity to participate in … minorities pursuing research careers in genomics and related sciences. The Minority Action Plan was approved by … Review Criteria for Institutional Research Training Grant Applications (T32) Submitted for FY 2010 Funding T32 …
Fact Sheet
Diversity among genomics research participants is essential for improving the health of everyone.
… many populations from across the globe underrepresented in genomics research. The National Human Genome Research … to build a diverse health resource by collecting genome-related data and other information from about 1 million … - 2022) This network assesses approaches for real-world applications of genomic medicine in diverse clinical …
Diversity Center
Tuskegee University establishes the Carver Genomic Research Center.
… education, and workforce capacity in the field of genomics, specifically focusing on building the next … by empowering them to pursue careers in genomic-related research fields. This core will offer various genomics and data science-related courses, master programs, …
The Genomics Landscape
In the October 2019 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green focuses on recent efforts to make the human genome reference sequence useful to basic and clinical researchers and how increasing the representation of human genomic variation will remain key components of NHGRI’s Human Genome Reference Program.
… fourth annual International Summit in Human Genetics and Genomics at NIH last month. The month-long summit is designed … aim of these clips is to introduce interesting genomics-related topics in a bite-size format for the public to watch … from NHLBI’s Intramural Research Program. Applications for next year’s fellowship are due by November …
Health
A polygenic risk score is one way by which people can learn what their risk of developing a disease is, based on the total number of genomics variants related to the disease.
… developing a disease, based on the total number of changes related to the disease. … Researchers often divide genetic … diversity in genomic studies is also a concern for other genomics-related research areas and contributes to a … of developing a disease is, based on the total number of genomics variants related to the disease. … A polygenic risk …
The Genomics Landscape
In the December 2, 2021 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director, Eric Green, M.D., Ph.D., spotlights the re-opening of the Genome: Unlocking Life’s Code exhibition at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History (NMNH) in Washington, D.C.
… will begin. As I mentioned in the November issue of The Genomics Landscape, this symposium will examine the history … to the bedside. Fellows are required to pursue genomics-related research that integrates health equity and addresses … delivery of new technologies to the clinical ecosystem. Applications are currently being accepted and will be …
Staff
Dr. Susan Persky is an associate investigator in the Social and Behavioral Research Branch at the National Human Genome Research Institute.
… extensively in the areas of health communication, genomics and virtual reality methods and has presented in … human behavior, for behavior change, and for therapeutic applications. In 2005, Dr. Persky was recruited to the Social … dissemination on stigmatization, bias, discrimination and related processes. Dr. Persky's investigations of the …
Careers and Training
Scientists and thousands of other professionals are using discoveries in genetics to revolutionize the world. This means careers in genetics and genomics are booming. And there are many other careers you don’t usually think of as science, like education, social work, and even law and the arts that are affected by this growth, creating even more career opportunities.
… the world. This means careers in genetics and genomics are booming. And there are many other careers you … creating even more career opportunities. … Computational Genomics and Data Scientist Scientists develop and apply … social or policy implications of genetics and genomics related to patient care and research. ELSI investigators have …
The Genomics Landscape
In the January 2018 edition of The Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Eric Green features the NIH Intramural Sequencing Center.
… neutron stars, the runners-up include three relevant to genomics: " pinpoint gene editing ," " a cancer drug's broad … to gauge progress on its implementation. Various genomics-related topics were discussed, including rare disease … education policy, and education program development. Applications for both 2018 fellowships will open in late …
The Genomics Landscape
In the December 3, 2020 edition of The Genomics Landscape, Dr. Eric Green spotlights on ELSIhub.
… highlights the “Guiding Principles and Values for Human Genomics” described in the recently published 2020 NHGRI … capturing content and resources associated with genomics-related ethical, legal, and social implications (ELSI) … and sharing Extended guidance for applicants preparing applications during the COVID-19 pandemic NIH & NHGRI News …