Alexis Norris, PhD, is an experienced and active member of ASHG’s public engagement and education programs. During her time as an ASHG member, she has volunteered to enrich the science-interested public’s knowledge of human genetics as a member of the Genetics Engagement & Education (GENE) Network and supported the next generation of human geneticists as... Read More
The Society’s proposed language on diversity in research participation has been incorporated in the final version of this year’s Senate NIH funding bill. The proposed text included in the bill is below: The Committee recognizes the benefits of broad and inclusive participation in biomedical research for increasing health equity. Research cohorts of diverse genetic ancestry... Read More
The 2026-2027 class application to earn a certificate in human genetics and genomics advocacy is open! Apply by Thursday, April 30. Human genetics and genomics are advancing at an extraordinary pace, and the field needs informed, compelling voices who can help policymakers understand and support our work. The ACGT Program was created to empower emerging... Read More
Katharine Nichole Holm, PhD, joined ASHG as the ASHG/NHGRI Genetics & Public Policy Fellow in August. ASHG and the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) co-sponsor the Genetics and Public Policy Fellowship to give early-career professionals the opportunity to explore a career in science policy. We spoke with Dr. Holm to learn more about how... Read More
While summer in Washington D.C. is usually a quiet time – both the U.S. Senate and the House of Representatives traditionally break for a recess for most of the month of August – this year is looking to be the exception. Congress is having a busier summer than usual as legislation for politically charged issues... Read More