For Immediate Release: Thursday, August 13, 2026, 1:00pm U.S. Eastern Time Media Contact: Evelyn Mantegani, [email protected] Rockville, Md. – The American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) is pleased to recognize seven recipients of its 2026 Professional Awards for their outstanding achievements in human genetics and genomics research, education, mentorship, and public service. “ASHG is honored... Read More
ASHG convened its Industry Roundtable in April 2026, bringing together Society leaders and representatives from companies across human genetics and genomics—including Illumina, BridgeBio, GeneDx, and PacBio. The Roundtable serves as a collaborative forum to discuss challenges and opportunities in the field, review progress on shared priorities, and identify new opportunities for partnership and investment that... Read More
For Immediate Release: Monday, June 8, 1:00 p.m. U.S. Eastern Time Media Contact: Evelyn Mantegani, [email protected] Rockville, MD – Today, the American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) announced the launch of the ASHG Artificial Intelligence (AI) Initiative, a multi-part effort designed to promote and advance the responsible, effective use of AI across human genetics and genomics. AI... Read More
Autism is a neurodevelopmental condition affecting approximately 1 in 31 children (3.2%) and approximately 2.2% of adults.[1],[2] Research shows that genetic factors significantly contribute to autism; hundreds of genes and chromosomal variations are known to increase the likelihood of autism.[3] Advances in genetic testing – such as genome sequencing – and large-scale collaborative genomic studies... Read More
For Immediate Release: Wednesday, June 3, 10:00 a.m. U.S. Eastern Time Media Contact: Evelyn Mantegani, [email protected] Rockville, MD – The American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) is pleased to announce the appointment of Charles Lee, PhD, DSc, FACMG, FRSC, as the new Editor-in-Chief of Human Genetics and Genomics Advances (HGG Advances), ASHG’s fully open-access journal. Dr. Lee will... Read More