March 2020

Dear ASHG Members, Thank you for being a valued ASHG member. You are the reason we do what we do, so we personally wanted to reach out to you regarding our current activities related to COVID-19. Like others, ASHG is actively monitoring the situation for its impact on larger issues of public health, as well... Read More

Posted by: Samata (Sammy) Katta, PhD, Genetics & Public Policy Fellow As the ASHG/NHGRI Genetics & Public Policy Fellow for 2019-2020, I’ve completed my first rotation at the National Human Genome Research Institute and have recently started my second rotation on Capitol Hill. I’ve been working with the Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee,... Read More

Posted By: Sarah Ratzel, PhD, Science Editor, AJHG Each month, the editors of The American Journal of Human Genetics interview an author of a recently published paper. This month, we check in with Alicia Martin (@genetisaur) to discuss her paper, “Population histories of the United States revealed through fine-scale migration and haplotype analysis”. AJHG: What... Read More

March 2020 Research in human genetics and genomics is moving rapidly into all areas of science and health, and it’s important to understand public views of research progress and participation in research. By understanding how the public views our field, we can identify opportunities for new programs that help us fulfill our vision that people everywhere realize the benefits of human genetics and... Read More

March 2020 As a celebration of excellence in genetics and genomics research, annual awards bestowed by ASHG are among the most prominent ways our organization highlights and thanks leaders in our community. This form of recognition serves as an enduring reflection of professional excellence in research, advocacy, and education.  The Awards Committee encourages members to... Read More