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NHGRI

Category
NIH Institute

NHGRI is devoted to advancing health through genome research. The Institute led NIH’s contribution to the Human Genome Project, which was successfully completed in 2003 ahead of schedule and under budget. Building on the foundation laid by the sequencing of the human genome, NHGRI’s work now encompasses a broad range of research aimed at expanding understanding of human biology and improving human health. In addition, a critical part of NHGRI’s mission continues to be the study of the ethical, legal and social implications of genome research.

Abbreviation
National Human Genome Research Institute
Established
1989

Joelle Mornini

Joelle Mornini joined the NIH Library in January 2021. She holds a Master’s in Library Science (MLS) from University of Maryland and has 10 years of experience in the information services field working with intellectual property research, public health information outreach, research data management training, and library reference and support services in biomedical research settings.

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