For nearly three decades, the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) has supported the study of the ethical, legal and social implications (ELSI) of genetic and genomic research for individuals, families and communities and supported the growth of a generation of ELSI researchers. ELSI research has developed into a multidisciplinary field that spans the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, engineering, medicine and law.

PROJECT NARRATIVE The goal of the biennial ELSI Congress is to provide a dedicated, regularly scheduled meeting for researchers focused on the ethical, legal and social implications of genetic and genomic research and its translation into clinical care.