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The Challenges and Impact of Human Genome Research for Minority Communities proceedings
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Mission The Foundation’s programs have included an emphasis on community education. That is one of the goals set in the establishment of the Foundation. In keeping with this goal, the Foundation sought and received support to sponsor an information conference on the Human Genome Project for the minority communities in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and surrounding areas on July 7-8, 2000. The foundation believes that there is a continuing need in the minority communities for information on this important project, on the status of genetic research, for encouraging greater inquiry and involvement by minorities, and an appreciation of the societal implications of the knowledge gained from this research. Even though a large share of both private and public research dollars are being devoted to study and research for mapping the genes, and related genetic research, the level of awareness in the minority communities remains relatively low. Moreover, the lack of involvement of significant numbers of minorities in genetic research and related sciences, is cause for concern and illustrates the need for creating greater career interest among minority students in the field of genetics, biotechnology, and related areas of research and business; and for providing more role models and mentors. Outreach for conference attendance was made to all segments of the minority communities, including outreach in the Asian-American communities, the Native-American communities, the Hispanic communities, the African-American communities, and others who are interested.
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The online presentation of this publication is a special feature of the Human Genome Project Information Web site. |
