NIH completes in-depth genomic analysis of 33 cancer type
Bethesda, Md., Thur., April 5, 2018 - Researchers funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) have completed a detailed analysis on over 10,000 tumors from 33 forms of cancer from a dataset containing molecular and clinical information. Known as the Pan-Cancer Atlas, and published as a collection of 27 papers across a suite of Cell journals, this analysis empowers cancer clinicians and researchers through a comprehensive understanding of how, where and why tumors arise in humans. (Source: NHGRI Press Releases)
Source: NHGRI Press Releases - April 5, 2018 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Source Type: news
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Bethesda, Md., Thur., April 5, 2018 - Researchers funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) have completed a detailed analysis on over 10,000 tumors from 33 forms of cancer from a dataset containing molecular and clinical information. Known as the Pan-Cancer Atlas, and published as a collection of 27 papers across a suite of Cell journals, this analysis empowers cancer clinicians and researchers through a comprehensive understanding of how, where and why tumors arise in humans. (Source: NHGRI Press Releases)
Source: NHGRI Press Releases - April 5, 2018 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Source Type: news
Remembering a genomics champion, Rep. Louise Slaughter
Bethesda, Md., Thur., March 16, 2018 - Today, Rep. Louise M. Slaughter (D-N.Y.), author of the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA), passed away at the age of 88. Rep. Slaughter was a strong advocate for genomics research, and her work on GINA helped create protections against genetic discrimination in employment and health insurance. (Source: NHGRI Press Releases)
Source: NHGRI Press Releases - March 16, 2018 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Source Type: news
NIH pilot project will match researchers to genes, gene variants of interest
Bethesda, Md., Thur., March 1, 2018 - The National Institutes of Health and Inova have launched a new match-making service between genes and gene variants and the researchers who study them. The Genomic Ascertainment Cohort (TGAC) project will be based in the Washington, D.C., area so that researchers can recall genotyped participants to examine the genes and gene variants that influence their phenotype. (Source: NHGRI Press Releases)
Source: NHGRI Press Releases - March 1, 2018 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Source Type: news
Developing a 2020 vision for genomics: NHGRI launches new round of strategic planning
Bethesda, Md., Mon., February 12, 2018 - The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) today launched a new round of strategic planning that will establish a 2020 vision for genomics research aimed at accelerating scientific and medical breakthroughs. In developing the strategic plan, the institute will engage experts and diverse public communities to identify paradigm-shifting areas of genomics that will expand the field into new frontiers and enable novel applications to human health and disease. (Source: NHGRI Press Releases)
Source: NHGRI Press Releases - February 12, 2018 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Source Type: news
The Human Genome Project is awarded the Thai 2017 Prince Mahidol Award for the field of medicine
Bethesda, Md., Thur., February 1, 2018 - The Human Genome Project has been awarded the 2017 Prince Mahidol Award for ground-breaking advances in the field of medicine. The award will be received on behalf of the project by Eric Green, M.D., Ph.D., director of the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), and the institute responsible for leading NIH's effort in the project. (Source: NHGRI Press Releases)
Source: NHGRI Press Releases - February 1, 2018 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Source Type: news
NIH to host a Reddit " Ask Me Anything " on the ethical, legal and social implications of genomics research
Bethesda, Md., Thur., January 23, 2018 - On Monday, Jan. 29, 2018, the National Institutes of Health will hold a Reddit " Ask Me Anything " (AMA) with experts from NHGRI's Ethical, Legal and Social Implications research program to discuss a variety of topics ranging from how diverse communities receive equitably the benefit of genomics, or how your genome can be used to discriminate against you and the protections to ensure that doesn't happen. The media and the public are invited. A link to submit questions will be available at 8 a.m., Jan. 29th. (Source: NHGRI Press Releases)
Source: NHGRI Press Releases - January 23, 2018 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Source Type: news
NIH to host a Reddit "Ask Me Anything" on the ethical, legal and social implications of genomics research
Bethesda, Md., Thur., January 23, 2018 - On Monday, Jan. 29, 2018, the National Institutes of Health will hold a Reddit "Ask Me Anything" (AMA) with experts from NHGRI's Ethical, Legal and Social Implications research program to discuss a variety of topics ranging from how diverse communities receive equitably the benefit of genomics, or how your genome can be used to discriminate against you and the protections to ensure that doesn't happen. The media and the public are invited. A link to submit questions will be available at 8 a.m., Jan. 29th. (Source: NHGRI Press Releases)
Source: NHGRI Press Releases - January 23, 2018 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Source Type: news
NIH to host a Reddit " Ask Me Anything " with CRISPR scientist, Dr. Jennifer Doudna
Bethesda, Md., Thur., January 11, 2018 - NIH is holding a Reddit " Ask Me Anything " (AMA) with Jennifer Doudna, Ph.D., and her research group, along with the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) Centers for Excellence in Genomic Science (CEGS) program directors. They will answer questions about her research, her new center, and the CEGS program. Members of the media and public are invited to ask questions, or follow along with the conversation during the Reddit AMA. (Source: NHGRI Press Releases)
Source: NHGRI Press Releases - January 11, 2018 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Source Type: news
NIH to host a Reddit "Ask Me Anything" with CRISPR scientist, Dr. Jennifer Doudna
Bethesda, Md., Thur., January 11, 2018 - NIH is holding a Reddit "Ask Me Anything" (AMA) with Jennifer Doudna, Ph.D., and her research group, along with the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) Centers for Excellence in Genomic Science (CEGS) program directors. They will answer questions about her research, her new center, and the CEGS program. Members of the media and public are invited to ask questions, or follow along with the conversation during the Reddit AMA. . (Source: NHGRI Press Releases)
Source: NHGRI Press Releases - January 11, 2018 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Source Type: news
NIH completes atlas of human DNA differences that influence gene expression
Bethesda, Md., Wed., October 11, 2017 -
Researchers from the Genotype-Tissue Expression (GTEx) Consortium, funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), have completed a detailed atlas documenting the stretches of human DNA that influence gene expression - a key way in which a person's genome gives rise to an observable trait, like hair color or disease risk. This atlas is a critical resource for the scientific community interested in how individual genomic variation leads to biological differences across human tissues and cell types. (Source: NHGRI Press Releases)
Source: NHGRI Press Releases - October 11, 2017 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Source Type: news
New regions of the human genome linked to skin color variation in some African populations
Bethesda, Md., Fri., September 28, 2017 - In the first study of its kind, an international team of genomics researchers has identified new regions of the human genome that are associated with skin color variation in some African populations, opening new avenues for research on skin diseases and cancer in all populations. These findings may help researchers determine if humans with certain DNA sequences are more or less susceptible to DNA damage caused by ultraviolet radiation (UVR) or respond to cellular stress differently. National Institutes of Health researchers contributed to this effort, led by Sarah Tishkoff, Ph.D., ...
Source: NHGRI Press Releases - September 28, 2017 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Source Type: news
New toolkit helps nurses use genomics in patient care
Bethesda, Md., Tues., September 19, 2017 - Nurses and other health professionals looking to integrate genomics into patient care now have access to an online toolkit with more than 100 resources, part of a new website launched by the National Human Genome Research Institute. Developed with input from clinical educators and administrators, The Method for Introducing a New Competency in Genomics (MINC) website provides resources for nursing leaders at all levels of genomics competency, ranging from basic knowledge about genomics to its practical impact on healthcare systems and policies. (Source: NHGRI Press Releases)
Source: NHGRI Press Releases - September 19, 2017 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Source Type: news
Sequencing all 24 human chromosomes uncovers rare disorders
Bethesda, Md., Thur., August 30, 2017 - Non-invasive prenatal screening is one of the great success stories of genomics research. Now, a new NHGRI study has found that extending noninvasive prenatal screening to all 24 human chromosomes can detect genetic disorders that may explain miscarriage and abnormalities in fetal growth. This approach may also reduce false positive results for Down syndrome and other common conditions. Findings were published online today, August 30, in Science Translational Medicine. (Source: NHGRI Press Releases)
Source: NHGRI Press Releases - August 30, 2017 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Source Type: news
NIH to host workshop on advances, future needs in human microbiome research
Bethesda, Md., Thur., August 10, 2017 - Microbes inhabit just about every part of the human body, outnumbering human cells by ten to one. The ten-year, National Institutes of Health (NIH) Common Fund Human Microbiome Project was established to understand how microbial communities impact human health. On August 16-18, 2017, NIH will host a workshop, The Human Microbiome: Emerging Themes at the Horizon of the 21st Century, to share the latest research on the human microbiome, and to evaluate what is needed to advance this field over the next decade. (Source: NHGRI Press Releases)
Source: NHGRI Press Releases - August 10, 2017 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Source Type: news
