NHGRI Division of Intramural Research Seminar Series

The importance of environmental and ancestral context in genetic risk examination for diverse and admixed populations

Thursday, September 5 | 2 p.m. ET | Hybrid: In-person and Virtual

Speaker: Genevieve Wojcik, PhD, MHS
Assistant Professor, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health

As a statistical geneticist and genetic epidemiologist, Dr. Wojcik’s research focuses on method development for diverse populations, specifically in admixed populations. Many of her efforts focus on improving statistical methods for complex trait mapping and polygenic risk scores for these populations to address existing health inequities and ensure downstream translation for all.

The second arm of Dr. Wojcik’s research program focuses on the genetic susceptibility to infectious disease and vaccine response, with an eye towards host-pathogen co-evolution.

For more information and to register, visit the seminar series webpage. Please note: Zoom registration is required for virtual attendees.

ASHG 2024 Annual Meeting

ASHG 2024 Annual Meeting

November 5 – 9 | Denver, Colorado

Join the American Society of Human Genetics for their 5-day meeting, which will cover a broad spectrum of topics including new technologies, applications, and research to showcase the most compelling genetics and genomics science of the year.

To learn more and register, visit the ASHG meeting webpage. Please note: Registration is required.

All of Us Researchers Convention

All of Us Researchers Convention

April 3-4 | Virtual

This free, virtual event is open to researchers across all disciplines and career stages. It provides an opportunity for researchers who use All of Us data to showcase their work for others who share their interests in precision medicine. Abstract submissions can be on any topic. Both in-progress and previously published research projects are eligible for submission. Submit an abstract by January 19, 2024 at 11:59 p.m. ET.

For more information about the convention and updates on when registration opens, visit the event website.

Please note: Registration is required for this event.

Use of Race, Ethnicity, and Ancestry as Population Descriptors in Genomics Research

Friday, March 17 | 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. ET | Online

The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine Committee on the Use of Race, Ethnicity, and Ancestry as Population Descriptors in Genomics Research will hold a webinar to discuss their newly released report. The report reviews and assesses existing methodologies, benefits, and challenges of using population descriptors in genetics and genomics research and suggests new best practices for their use. During the webinar, members of the committee will discuss the key findings and recommendations from the report and take questions from the audience.

Learn more and register for the event on the National Academies website.