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Social and Behavioral Research BranchThe Social and Behavioral Research Branch (SBRB) has the overarching and broad objective to investigate social and behavioral factors that facilitate the translation of genomic discoveries for health promotion, disease prevention, and health care improvements. This research encompasses four conceptual domains: (1) testing the effectiveness of strategies for communicating information about genetic risks; (2) developing and evaluating behavioral interventions; (3) using genomic discoveries in clinical practice; and (4) understanding the social, ethical, and policy implications of genomic research. The specific research challenges being investigated by SBRB scientists include improving methods of communication about genetic risk to lay populations, establishing best practices in genetic counseling, investigating approaches for successfully integrating genetics into primary care settings, and studying broad issues relating to the appropriate public dissemination of genomic discoveries. SBRB investigators also are detailing the bioethical considerations for the involvement of human subjects in genomic research. Available Postdoctoral Positions
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Senior InvestigatorsColleen McBride, Ph.D. InvestigatorsKimberly A. Kaphingst, Sc.D. Laura M. Koehly, Ph.D. Associate InvestigatorsBarbara Bowles Biesecker, M.S. Vence L Bonham, Jr., J.D. Donald W. Hadley, M.S., C.G.C. Training and Career Development Resources
Last Updated: September 4, 2008 |
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