Published: Thursday, September 24, 2020, 12:30 p.m. U.S. Eastern Time Media Contact: Evelyn Mantegani, (240) 833-2014, [email protected] Attributable to Anthony Wynshaw-Boris, MD, PhD, ASHG President Note: In light of recent comments about the role of genetics in society, the American Society of Human Genetics is issuing this statement to reiterate genetics facts and knowledge, as... Read More
For Immediate Release: Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 2:00pm U.S. Eastern Time Media Contact: Evelyn Mantegani, +1 (240) 833-2014, [email protected] Rockville, Md. – The American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) members have elected Wendy Chung, MD, PhD, a globally recognized leader in human genetics and genomics, as the 2027 ASHG president-elect. Her election reflects both her... Read More
Posted By: The American Journal of Human Genetics, AJHG AJHG: What motivated you to start working on this project? KA: In the beginning I was really interested in characterizing Pilarowski-Björnsson Syndrome (PILBOS), as a recently identified genetic disorder. I was motivated by the open-ended potential for uncovering the biological mechanisms of the disorder and for... Read More
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
Good morning/afternoon, My name is [INSERT YOUR NAME] and I am a [INSERT YOUR PROFESSIONAL/ACADEMIC BACKGROUND IN HUMAN GENETICS AND GENOMICS RESEARCH] and a member of the American Society for Human Genetics (ASHG). [NOTE IF YOU ARE A CONSTITUENT]. I am writing to express my [REASON FOR WRITING]. NIH Funding: The NIH is the largest... Read More