ASHG News

ASHG 2023 was another exhilarating meeting filled with scientific collaboration, networking, and discovery! We are proud to report a total of 8,289 registrants were in attendance, including visitors from 77 countries and 44 states + Washington, DC, and Puerto Rico. Attendees had the opportunity to connect with other members through world-class networking opportunities and preview... Read More

As we look forward to the new year, ASHG is excited to announce an array of digital programs designed to empower and engage our members in 2024. ASHG’s Digital Learning Committee (DLC) continues to provide its input in building and maintaining ongoing year-round professional education programs as well as coordinating with other committees on content... Read More

The ASHG Board of Directors met in Washington, DC, October 31—November 1 to review ASHG’s finances, obtain key program updates, and discuss the future direction of the Society. During its annual fall meeting, ASHG’s Board focused primarily on strategic planning for the organization as well as emerging trends and challenges within the organization. It also... Read More

As the year 2023 comes to an end, an opportunity is presented to reflect on the celebration of 75 years of the Society. Festivities began back in April when winners of the 2023 DNA Day Essay Contest were announced. This time of year is an appropriate acknowledgement that a new generation is eager and ready... Read More

ASHG recently held its 2023 Annual Meeting November 1 – 5 in Washington, DC. As a part of the programs offered, ASHG’s Shared Interest Groups (SIGs) held in-person meetups. The Shared Interest Groups were specifically created by ASHG’s Membership Engagement Committee (MEC) to provide a space for members who are interested in similar topics to... Read More