New Genome.gov Website Coming Soon
The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) will launch a redesigned version of its public website, genome.gov, the week ofApril 22, 2019. Whether using a desktop or mobile device, users will experience an entirely new look and feel and have more ways to find information about NHGRI's research, funding, and public outreach initiatives (Source: NHGRI Homepage Highlights)
Source: NHGRI Homepage Highlights - April 19, 2019 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Source Type: news
Sarah Bates joins NHGRI as communications chief
Sarah Bates has been named the new chief of NHGRI's Communications and Public Liaison Branch (CPLB). Previously, as a public affairs specialist for the National Science Foundation (NSF), Bates led communications for the Engineering Directorate and the BRAIN Initiative, covering complex and sensitive topics such as gravitational waves, sexual harassment, and disaster relief. Through that work, she earned the NSF Director's Award for Excellence Pioneer. Through that work, she earned the NSF Director's Award for Excellence Pioneer. (Source: NHGRI Homepage Highlights)
Source: NHGRI Homepage Highlights - April 18, 2019 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Source Type: news
Anti-inflammatory drug halts strokes in children with rare disease
NIH researchers have identified a treatment that significantly decreases the risk of stroke in children with a rare genetic disease called DADA2 (deficiency of adenosine deaminase type 2), which can ultimately hinder blood flow to the brain and result in strokes. The treatment works by blocking the inflammatory effects of a protein - tumor necrosis factor - that is over-produced in people with DADA2 and other autoimmune and autoinflammatory diseases. Researchers published their findings in the April 18, 2019, issue ofThe New England Journal of Medicine. (Source: NHGRI Homepage Highlights)
Source: NHGRI Homepage Highlights - April 17, 2019 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Source Type: news
Strategic Planning Workshop: Genomics in Medicine & Health
NHGRI is planning a workshop focused on Genomics in Medicine and Health for September 2019. Submityour feedback on how to advance genomics in medicine and health byMay 10, 2019. We will be selecting 12 of the most innovative and compelling ideas and offering travel to the workshop to participate in-person and share more about your idea. We want comments from all perspectives involved in genomic medicine and health including clinicians, patients and researchers. (Source: NHGRI Homepage Highlights)
Source: NHGRI Homepage Highlights - April 11, 2019 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Source Type: news
Human Genetics Scholars Initiative will increase diversity in the genomics workforce
NHGRI has partnered with the American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) to create the Human Genetics Scholars Initiative, a multi-year program that will increase and support workforce diversity in the human genetics and genomics research community. The initiative will support up to 40 U.S. trainees and early career scientists from underrepresented backgrounds with mentoring programs, skill building, travel and professional support during a two-year, intensive program. (Source: NHGRI Homepage Highlights)
Source: NHGRI Homepage Highlights - April 10, 2019 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Source Type: news
NHGRI Redesigns Genome.gov
In the April issue ofThe Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Dr. Eric Green provides a preview of the redesigned genome.gov website and its new features. Other topics include the departure of longtime NHGRI Division of Policy, Communications, and Education Chief, Dr. Laura Lyman Rodriguez; Online and in-person events for National DNA Day 2019; and the expansion of the Developing Country Awards Program to allow 25 genetics trainees and/or early- to mid-career investigators from Africa to attend the 2019 ASHG Annual Meeting. (Source: NHGRI Homepage Highlights)
Source: NHGRI Homepage Highlights - April 4, 2019 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Source Type: news
Researchers uncover gene regions that affect cholesterol levels in smokers
Smoking has long been associated with an increase in heart-clogging cholesterol but the role that a smoker's genes play in their cholesterol levels has been a mystery - until now. National Institutes of Health researchers and their collaborators identified 13 new gene regions that influence cholesterol levels, some of which affected people differently if they are smokers or former smokers. (Source: NHGRI Homepage Highlights)
Source: NHGRI Homepage Highlights - April 2, 2019 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Source Type: news
Researchers create the largest global catalog of variations in the dog genome
Dogs and humans share an intimate bond that has surpassed centuries. Researchers at NHGRI are understanding how and what genes underscore the vast variation observed in dog breeds. Using next-generation sequencing tools, they have created the largest variant canine catalog and identified variants associated with dog body structure, behavior and life span which could also be implicated in human health and disease. (Source: NHGRI Homepage Highlights)
Source: NHGRI Homepage Highlights - April 2, 2019 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Source Type: news
NHGRI researchers map the brain to find links between genes and ADHD
When it comes to Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), genetics do make an impact, but it is not easily pinned down. Many common but subtle differences in our DNA come together to have a huge influence on creating one of ADHD's cardinal symptoms: hyperactivity-impulsivity. In a study published in the January 30 issue ofMolecular Psychiatry, NHGRI researchers examined people with ADHD to map brain connections, called white matter tracts, tied to the disorder. (Source: NHGRI Homepage Highlights)
Source: NHGRI Homepage Highlights - March 8, 2019 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Source Type: news
First FDA-Recognized Public Genetic Variant Database: ClinGen
In the March issue ofThe Genomics Landscape, NHGRI Director Dr. Eric Green details NHGRI's Clinical Genome (ClinGen) Resource becoming the first FDA-recognized Public Human Genetic Variant Database. Other topics include a new video highlighting an NHGRI Story: Patients and Researchers Working Together; Gene Ontology Resource Turns 20; Applications for ASHG-NHGRI Policy and Fellowships now being accepted; Bruce Tromberg appointed as new NIBIB director; and Noni Byrnes appointed as new CSR director. (Source: NHGRI Homepage Highlights)
Source: NHGRI Homepage Highlights - March 7, 2019 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Source Type: news
Pregnant women want physicians' advice on receiving fetal genomic information
Most pregnant women want doctors' advice on the types of information to receive from prenatal whole genome sequencing. Obstetricians and other clinicians will need additional training on how to present fetal genomic information in a way that meets an individual woman's needs. (Source: NHGRI Homepage Highlights)
Source: NHGRI Homepage Highlights - February 26, 2019 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Source Type: news
Cancer drug reduces pain, improves symptoms in people with Proteus syndrome
A repurposed cancer drug appears to reduce the severity of lesions and pain experienced by people with Proteus syndrome, a rare genomic disease. Some researchers believe that Joseph Merrick, known as the Elephant Man, may have suffered from Proteus syndrome. (Source: NHGRI Homepage Highlights)
Source: NHGRI Homepage Highlights - February 21, 2019 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Source Type: news
85th NHGRI Advisory Council met Feb. 11th
The National Advisory Council for Human Genome Research met in open session on Monday, February 11th. Dr. Eric Green presented his Director's Report, a summary of the various activities across the Institute and the field of genomics. The Council heard presentations about other initiatives underway in the genomics research community, updates from two of its working groups, and reports from staff on current and future developments for NHGRI research programs.Video of the event is now available. (Source: NHGRI Homepage Highlights)
Source: NHGRI Homepage Highlights - February 10, 2019 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Source Type: news
85th NHGRI Advisory Council met Feb. 11th
The National Advisory Council for Human Genome Research met in open session on Monday, February 11th. Dr. Eric Green presented his Director's Report, a summary of the various activities across the Institute and the field of genomics. The Council heard presentations about other initiatives underway in the genomics research community, updates from two of its working groups, and reports from staff on current and future developments for NHGRI research programs.Video of the event will be available shortly. (Source: NHGRI Homepage Highlights)
Source: NHGRI Homepage Highlights - February 10, 2019 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Source Type: news
85th NHGRI Advisory Council to meet Feb. 11th
The National Advisory Council for Human Genome Research will meet in open session on Monday, February 11th. Dr. Green will present his Director's Report, a summary of the various activities across the Institute and the field of genomics. Geisinger National Precision Health's Director,Huntington Willard, Ph.D., will deliver a presentation on genomics, population health and precision health at Geisinger. NHGRI staff report on updates to the eMERGE Network, Clinical Genome (ClinGen) Resource and more. Live webcast starts at 10 a.m. Eastern. (Source: NHGRI Homepage Highlights)
Source: NHGRI Homepage Highlights - February 10, 2019 Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Source Type: news
