Realizing the benefits of human genetics and genomics research for people everywhere.
Trainee Author: Ariel F. Martinez, PhD, MB (ASCP) Biologist National Human Genome Research Institute, National Institutes of Health (Photo courtesy Martinez) Martinez AF, et al. An Ultraconserved Brain-Specific Enhancer Within ADGRL3 (LPHN3) Underpins Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Susceptibility. Biological Psychiatry. 2016 Dec 15;80(12):943-954 This is the first study to show functional evidence as to how common non-coding... Read More
This month on Inside AJHG: David Kingsley describes his new research on molecular changes contributing to human-specific traits. Read More
Protecting the privacy of consumer genetic data: Carson Martinez of the Future of Privacy Forum sums up best practices in this area and why it matters. Read More
Our new fellow, Dyanna, tells us about her passion for equalizing genetic services and education. Read More
From the President’s Desk: David L. Nelson, PhD September 2018 This month, ASHG marks 70 vibrant years since the adoption of its charter in 1948. The Society was formed by a bold group of geneticists who sought to encourage improvement in human genetics research in the aftermath of a horrendous world war responsible for the... Read More