Media Resources

	General Information
	Backgrounders
	NHGRI and the Human Genome Project
	Genetics and Genomics

General Information

About NHGRI
Mission, NHGRI history, Minority Initiatives, more.

Ethical, Legal and Social Implications (ELSI) Program
The ongoing NHGRI program that examines the ethical, legal and social issues surrounding genomic and genetic research.

Fact Sheets
Basics on the policy, science and technology behind NHGRI advances, including DNA microarray technology, DNA sequencing, genetic discrimination, more.

NHGRI Podcasts
Podcasts of selected NHGRI Webcasts.

Broadcast Media
Digital asset files created by Genome Productions for use by broadcast media to assist with the preparation of news stories.

Press Photos Gallery
High and low resolution jpeg photographs for print or media use.

NHGRI Event Webcasts
Podcasts of selected NHGRI Webcasts.

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Backgrounders on Leading NHGRI Scientists and Administrators

Alan E. Guttmacher, M.D.
Acting Director, National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI)

Francis S. Collins, M.D., Ph.D.
Former Director and Special Volunteer, National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI)

Eric D. Green, M.D., Ph.D.
Scientific Director, NHGRI Division of Intramural Research

Andreas D. Baxevanis, Ph.D.
Deputy Scientific Director, NHGRI Division of Intramural Research

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NHGRI and The Human Genome Project

All About the Human Genome Project
The history of the development, process and completion of the Human Genome Project.

Department of Energy Human Genome Project Information [doegenomes.org]
Human Genome Project publications and multimedia resources sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy.

About the Institute: A History and Timeline
Important milestones in NHGRI history.

The Human Genome Project: Exploring Our Molecular Selves
Produced by NHGRI, this free multimedia education kit for students and educators includes a video, interactive modules, a mentorship program and a CD-ROM.

Speakers from the National Human Genome Research Institute
How to request a speaker from NHGRI.

Reports and Publications from the Division of Extramural Research
Planning, program review, task force and workshop reports.

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Genetics and Genomics:

Approved Sequencing Targets
A listing of animals and organisms currently funded for sequencing.

Talking Glossary of Genetic Terms
Illustrated, audio glossary of common genetic terms.

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Last Updated: September 22, 2008