Realizing the benefits of human genetics and genomics research for people everywhere.
Trainee Author: Jessica Chong, PhD Acting Instructor University of Washington De Novo Mutations in NALCN Cause a Syndrome Characterized by Congenital Contractures of the Limbs and Face, Hypotonia, and Developmental Delay. Chong, Jessica, X., Bamshad, Michael J. et al.The American Journal of Human Genetics, Volume 96, Issue 3, 462-473. This paper demonstrates the importance and... Read More
Director of Program Development and National Initiatives Personal Genetics Education Project, Department of Genetics, Harvard Medical School ASHG: What non-scientific skills (communication, artistry, athleticism, etc.) are important for your job? Were any of these skills unexpected assets for you? Dr. Gelbart: Communication skills are key. It is of course important to find accessible and relatable ways... Read More
Lead Associate Booz Allen Hamilton ASHG: What are the biggest challenges you encountered when acclimating to the pace and demands of industry? What skills do you wish you had worked on in advance? Dr. Ohira: The greatest challenge was acclimating to a corporate culture; this included learning the terminology, developing a business mindset, and understanding the field... Read More
Media Contact: Nalini Padmanabhan ASHG Communications Manager 301.634.7346 press@ashg.org For Immediate Release Friday, September 18, 2015 12:00 pm U.S. Pacific Time (UTC-05:00) WHEN: Tuesday through Saturday, Oct. 6-10, 2015 WHERE: American Society of Human Genetics 2015 Annual Meeting Baltimore Convention Center, 1 West Pratt Street, Baltimore, MD 21201 WHAT: Invited and platform (oral) sessions and... Read More
Media Contact: Nalini Padmanabhan ASHG Communications Manager 301.634.7346 press@ashg.org For Immediate Release Friday, September 18, 2015 12:00 pm U.S. Pacific Time (UTC-05:00) WHEN: Tuesday through Saturday, Oct. 6-10, 2015 WHERE: American Society of Human Genetics 2015 Annual Meeting Baltimore Convention Center, 1 West Pratt Street, Baltimore, MD 21201 WHAT: Invited and platform (oral) sessions and... Read More