National Human Genome Research Institute

Jan 7, 2025 | genome.gov | Jacqueline Cohen

The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), has appointed Erin Ramos, Ph.D., M.P.H., as the director of the Division of Genome Sciences (DGSci).  DGSci funds basic science-oriented genomics research as part of NHGRI’s Extramural Research Program, including supporting the development of resources, technologies, and analytical tools that drive human genomics research.

Dec 5, 2024 | genome.gov | Eric Green

I had a wonderful time catching up with so many genetics and genomics colleagues at the American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) Annual Meeting last month in snowy Denver. In addition to meeting with the ASHG Board of Directors, I stopped in at a few meetings of research consortia and spent multiple hours greeting genomics and genetics enthusiasts at the NHGRI booth on the exhibit floor.

Nov 5, 2024 | genome.gov | Eric Green

It’s been a hectic and productive autumn for both me and NHGRI! Last month, I was delighted to give talks at two major meetings. First, I spoke at the 3rd International Conference for Newborn Sequencing in New York City; followed by a symposium in Toronto associated with the presentation of the 2024 Canada Gairdner Awards, which this year recognized the work of several pioneers of next-generation sequencing technologies.

Oct 2, 2024 | genome.gov | Eric Green

Last month, I was delighted to give a convocation address to the entering class at Spelman College in Atlanta, Georgia. Since most of the students in attendance are not majoring in the sciences, I focused on how genomics is increasingly relevant in our everyday lives. It was such an honor to give this lecture in the Sisters Chapel, a historic site for many reasons including being the place where the late Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. lay in state for two days in 1968.

Sep 5, 2024 | genome.gov | Eric Green

We have an exciting month ahead at NHGRI, starting with the September 2024 meeting of the National Advisory Council for Human Genome Research, which is less than a week away! The new director of the NIH Center for Information Technology, Sean Mooney, Ph.D., will speak during the open session of this meeting. I encourage you to attend Dr. Mooney’s and the other important talks that will take place during the council’s open session on September 9.