Posted By: HGG Advances HGGA: What motivated you to start working on this project? NG: Although monogenic genetic disorders are individually rare, collectively they affect up to 1 in 20 people in the global population. Over 700 monogenic disorders—including many inherited metabolic disorders, which I study and treat clinically—now have targeted treatments. As more therapies... Read More
For Immediate Release: Monday, August 14, 2023, 11:15 a.m. U.S. Eastern Time Media Contact: Kara Flynn, 202.257.8424, press@ashg.org ASHG with generous support from National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), Biogen, GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), Merck & Co, and Roche, is pleased to recognize this year’s Scholars. The Human Genetics Scholars Initiative was developed to advance diversity and inclusion... Read More
Posted By: HGG Advances HGGA: What motivated you to start working on this project? ML: I was serendipitously connected with my mentor who has been working in this space for many years. When I started my postdoc, which was a step change from the work I had done in my PhD, it was the first... Read More
By: Meenakshi Ramaswamy, MD As ASHG celebrates its 75th anniversary, we must take time to reflect upon the importance of this celebration. ASHG has been essential towards the advancement of research in human genetics, thus we must not take this anniversary for granted. To help recognize the amazing events that will take place during the... Read More
By: Morteza Seifi, PhD Get excited for the ASHG Annual Meeting- this year in Washington, DC! As genetics trainees attending the Annual Meeting, there is much to look forward to in this captivating city. Explore iconic landmarks like the Capitol Building and Lincoln Memorial, immerse yourself in history, and experience the vibrant array of cultures... Read More
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