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NIH Jul 7, 2000 | R13
Information Conference on the Human Genome Project
Institution: Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., National Educational Foundation
FOA Number: N/A
Abstract
This project is an Information Conference on the Human Genome Project: The Challenges and Impact of Human Genome Research for Minority Communities. This two day conference is designed primarily for representatives of minority communities, including community leaders, representatives of minority organizations, educators, government officials, fraternal groups, religious organizations representatives, civic, social, business and professional organizations. It is open to the public. The project's broad objective is to raise the level of awareness in minority communities of the rapid strives being made in human genome research, and the background of the HGP, its potential and value to minorities, particularly in the area of health care; to identify issues that are important to the minority community and avenues for more involvement of this community; and to explore post-conference ways of continuing input from and update of minorities. Through presentations, workshops and open discussions, the conference will address the ethical, legal and social issues raised by human genome research; its impact on treatments for such health problems as cancer, sickle cell anemia, and other physical and mental health problems. Conference date: July 7-8, 2000
FUNDING AGENCY:
Funder:
NIHInstitute:
NATIONAL HUMAN GENOME RESEARCH INSTITUTEFunding Type:
R13Project Number:
R13HG002282Start Date:
Jul 7, 2000End Date:
Jul 8, 2000PROJECT TERMS:
African American, Asian Americans, Ethnic group, Genome, Health education, health science research, Hispanic Americans, Information Dissemination, meeting /conference /symposium, Native Americans, Travel