Needs-Based Travel Awards help defray the costs of ASHG Annual Meeting participation for those who would not otherwise have the funds to attend. The ASHG Program Committee will select award recipients based on the quality of submitted abstracts. Award Requirements To be awarded a Needs-Based Travel Award, nominees must: Not otherwise have the funds to... Read More
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The 2026 HGSI Applications are closed. The Human Genetics Scholars Initiative is an intensive two-year professional development program supporting early-career scientists. ASHG is committed to creating experiences that recruit and train a talented, prepared workforce ready to address research needs in human genetics and genomics. The program goals are to: Identify, mentor, and help prepare... Read More
Applications for the 2026-2027 class have closed. Human genetics and genomics are advancing at an extraordinary pace, and the field needs informed, compelling voices who can help policymakers understand and support our work. The ACGT Program was created to empower emerging scientists with the tools to contribute to the conversation, equipping them with the policy... Read More
Katharine Nichole Holm, PhD, joined ASHG as the ASHG/NHGRI Genetics & Public Policy Fellow in August. ASHG and the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) co-sponsor the Genetics and Public Policy Fellowship to give early-career professionals the opportunity to explore a career in science policy. We spoke with Dr. Holm to learn more about how... Read More