Realizing the benefits of human genetics and genomics research for people everywhere.
Outside Voices: Pew Research Center Director of Science and Society Research Cary Funk, PhD June 2019 ASHG: How does the public perceive human genetics science – what are the high-level positives and challenges for scientists as we work to advance public understanding of scientific progress and potential? Dr. Funk: A key insight from Pew Research Center surveys... Read More
Six months into the Genetics Education & Engagement Fellowship: 2018-19 Fellow Dyanna Christopher shares her experience so far. Read More
Experts discuss with ASHG how to take initiative on scientific engagement for DNA Day. Read More
ASHG's newly launched Genetics Engagement & Education Network enables meaningful interaction between members and the public around genetics topics. Read More
Written by Nascent Transcript writer Jennifer Zieba November 2018 Public interest in genetics and its uses is growing, and acknowledging this increase, several events at this year’s ASHG Annual Meeting went beyond research and addressed topics involving genetics education and public communication. These events reflect ASHG’s effort to not only promote genomic education but also... Read More