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ENCODE data describes function of the human genome

ENCODEBethesda, Md., Wed., Sept. 5, 2012 — After a multi-year, concerted effort comprised of more than 440 researchers in 32 labs around the world, researchers have produced a dynamic picture of how the human genome actually does its job. Called ENCODE, the project links more than 80 percent of the human genome sequence to a specific biological function, and mapped more than 4 million regulatory regions where proteins specifically interact with the DNA. The findings are reported in two papers appearing in the Sept. 5 online issue of Nature. (Read more)

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New NIH/NHGRI grants to harness nanoscale technologies to cut DNA sequencing costs

DNA and a strand of hair side by sideBethesda, Md., Fri, Sept. 14, 2012 — Grants of almost $19 million will help to develop technologies to dramatically reduce the cost of DNA sequencing, the National Human Genome Research Institute, part of the National Institutes of Health, announced today. (Read more)


Grant Writing: Advice from an NHGRI Pro

Bettie Graham, Ph.D.The National Human Genome Research Institute wants to help you write successful grant applications with tips to guide you through the process from Bettie Graham, Ph.D., a pro in grants administration for more than 30 years. (Read more)


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