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    Identifying & Understanding Rare Genetic Conditions: Meet Tess Bigelow

    Why might families affected by a rare genetic disorder look to genetic testing and advances in genetic research? In the lesson, students learn about the successes and challenges facing families as…
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    Introduction to Genetics and Medicine

    This lesson examines the many reasons a person may choose to learn about their genetic information. For some, a difficult-to-diagnose disease might be identified thanks to genetic testing, while…
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    The Common Thread: DNA and Human Variation

    As scientists analyze DNA from more and more people, they are developing a better understanding of human genetic variation. Students learn what genetic variation is, and consider the questions: How…
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    Admixture Testing: How Can Your DNA Provide Insights Into Your Ancestry?

    DNA ancestry testing comes in several varieties, which provide different ways for people to explore their ancestry, and can be a rewarding and complicated endeavor. This lesson asks students to…
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    Ancestry and Identity in the Genomic Age

    It is increasingly possible for individuals to learn about their genetic ancestry through low-cost DNA tests marketed to consumers. Ancestry tests are nuanced, and the results are subject to…
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    National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI)

    See funded applications to the ELSI Research Program at NHGRI that demonstrate excellent grantsmanship. Each application includes an example letter of support and sample biosketches.
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    The Application Submission System & Interface for Submission Tracking (ASSIST)

    Use the ASSIST system to prepare and submit applications electronically to National Institute of Health (NIH) and other Public Health Service agencies and find links to the NIH Application Guide and…
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    eRA Commons

    The eRA Commons is an online interface where signing officials, principal investigators (PIs), trainees and post-docs can complete the required forms for federal grant awards and access information…
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    Grants.gov

    Find and apply for federal funding opportunities on the portal website Grants.gov.   
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    National Institute of Health (NIH) SF424 Application Guide

    View guidance for research, training, fellowship, career development, multi-project, and small business applications.