March 2019

Published: Monday, March 11, 2019, 4:00 p.m. U.S. Eastern Time Media Contact: Nalini Padmanabhan, 301.634.7346, press@ashg.org ASHG Thanks Congress for Strong Bipartisan Support of NIH, Urges Sustained Investment ROCKVILLE, Md. – The American Society of Human Genetics today expressed deep disappointment at the administration’s budget proposal for medical research released today, noting that the cuts... Read More

National DNA Day started in 2003 to commemorate the completion of the Human Genome Project and engage communities with science. Read More

Experts discuss with ASHG how to take initiative on scientific engagement for DNA Day. Read More

From the President’s Desk: Leslie Biesecker, MD March 2019 It’s an unprecedented time for human genetics and genomics. Discoveries and technical advances made over decades are now driving unparalleled research opportunities, effective clinical treatments, and new implications for society. I’m grateful to start my year as your president at an exciting and important time for... Read More

Executive Update: Mona Miller, Executive Director March 2019 What makes a community a vibrant community? Actively creating opportunities for broader participation; pursuing meaningful, sustained inclusion of underrepresented groups; and recognizing leadership and excellence are three important parts. Moreover, professional engagement and recognition play crucial roles to advance careers and build greater diversity and inclusion in... Read More