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Division of Intramural Research
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Overview |
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Organizational Chart |
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Research Branches
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Research Investigators Profiles, publications, links |
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Clinical Research
Clinical trials, patient recruitment, IRB, FAQ, Overview |
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NHGRI Affiliated Centers CIDR, NCGC, NISC
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Online Research Resources Developed at NHGRI
Databases, software, tools, more. |
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Division of Intramural Research Calendar
Workshops, conferences, seminar series, courses, more. |
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Books and Publications |
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Social and Behavioral Research Branch
The 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
Inaugural Forum
Senior Investigators
Colleen McBride, Ph.D.
Branch Chief
Head, Public Health Genomics Section
Investigators
Kimberly A. Kaphingst, Sc.D.
Head, Communication Research Section
Laura M. Koehly, Ph.D.
Head, Social Network Methods Section
Associate Investigators
Barbara Bowles Biesecker, M.S.
Head, Genetic Services Research Unit
Director, JHU/NHGRI Genetic Counseling Training Program
Vence L Bonham, Jr., J.D.
Public Health Genomics Section
Chief, Education and Community Involvement Branch
Donald W. Hadley, M.S., C.G.C.
Public Health Genomics Section
Associate Director, Office of Clinical Liaison, Office of the Clinical Director
Training and Career Development Resources
Last Updated: September 4, 2008
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