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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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Medical Genetics Branch
The Medical Genetics Branch (MGB) seeks to identify and understand disorders of human development. MGB investigators focus on human genetics, vertebrate embryology, inborn errors of metabolism, and neurogenetic disorders; these studies are conducted at the clinical, biochemical, molecular, and cell biological levels. MGB fosters outstanding
basic research and serves as a model for translational research, emphasizing the compassionate and scientifically rigorous application of basic scientific discoveries at the bedside.
To achieve their goals, MGB investigators use a variety of cutting-edge techniques and make use of new technological developments to ask important questions regarding human development. In addition to making extensive and intelligent use of genomic data, they routinely capitalize on partnerships with key laboratories at the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), National Institutes of Health (NIH), and
worldwide. These collaborations, which have led to the acquisition of large sample sets from unique populations, have proven invaluable in advancing the mission of the Branch. In addition to its basic and clinical research, MGB serves as home to NHGRI?s studies on the genetics of special populations.
Senior Investigators
Maximilian Muenke, M.D. Senior Investigator and Chief, Medical Genetics Branch Head, Human Development Section Director, Combined Pediatrics and Medical Genetics Residency Training Program
William A. Gahl, M.D., Ph.D.
Clinical Director, NHGRI
Senior Investigator, Medical Genetics Branch Head, Human Biochemical Genetics Section
Ellen Sidransky, M.D. Senior Investigator, Medical Genetics Branch Head, Molecular Neurogenetics Section
Investigators
Benjamin Feldman, Ph.D. Investigator, Medical Genetics Branch Head, Vertebrate Embryology Section
Associate Investigators
Suzanne Hart, Ph.D. Associate Investigator, Medical Genetics Branch Deputy Director, Medical Genetics Residency and Fellowship Training Programs
Marjan Huizing, Ph.D. Associate Investigator, Medical Genetics Branch Head, Cell Biology of Metabolic Disorders Unit
Donna M. Krasnewich, M.D., Ph.D. Associate Investigator, Medical Genetics Branch NHGRI Deputy Clinical Director
Erich Roessler, M.D., Ph.D. Associate Investigator, Medical Genetics Branch Human Development Section
Training and Career Development Resources
Last Reviewed: June 2, 2008
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