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About genetics, DNA, making a protein, the Human Genome Project and more

Fact Sheets

About Science, Ethics, Research Technique and the Institute

The National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) has produced a series of fact sheets to provide an overview of the institute, explore the social implications of genetic research, and explain complex genetic concepts and research techniques to a non-scientific audience. Teachers, students and the general public alike will find the materials clearly written and easy to understand.

Fact Sheets About the Institute

Fact Sheets About Genetic and Genomic Science

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Fact Sheets About Ethical, Legal and Social Implications Research

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Last Updated: January 24, 2013