Topical Human Genome News Articles

Index

Lead Articles
Education
ELSI
Gene Watch
Medical Applications
Project Management and History
International
Mapping
Sequencing
Bioinformatics
Genome Database
Functional Genomics
Model Organism Research
Microbial Genome Research
Proteomics
Instrumentation
Resource Announcements
HGP Applications
Private Sector

Lead Articles

Countering Bioterrorism: DOE-Funded DNA-Based Technologies Track Identity, Origin of Biological Agents (February 2002)
From DNA Sequences to Living Systems: Genomes to Life, Microbial Cell Project (July 2001)
OASCR Joins OBER in Genomes to Life Program (July 2001)
On the Shoulders of Giants: Private Sector Leverages HGP Successes (November 2000)
Oakland Hosts DOE Genome Program Contractor-Grantee Meeting ’99 (October 1999)
- HGP Grantees Report Progress, Challenges
- Joint Genome Institute
  - Richardson Attends Facility Opening
- Sequencing at Other Institutions
  - New Device Speeds Sequencing
- Functional Genomics
  - Gene Riches of Chromosome 19 Revealed
  - Improved Sample Prep System
- Informatics
- Education and Bioethics
- Microbial Genome Explorations
- DOE Sets Workshop For February 2000
HGP Leaders Confirm Accelerated Timetable for Draft Sequence (October 1999)
U.S. HGP on Fast Track for Early Completion (February 1999)
DOE Joint Genome Institute Exceeds DNA Sequencing Goal (February 1999)
Eyes on the Prize: Deliver the Sequence Patrinos Address (July 1998)
Groups Coordinate Gene Sequencing (January 1998)
- cDNA Support in the United States (January 1998)
- I.M.A.G.E. Consortium Aiding Rapid Development of Human Gene Catalog (January 1998)
- Fast-Forwarding Through the Genome with cDNAs (January 1998)
Genome Resources Help Scientists Explore Life-Environment Interactions (January 1998)
Fear of Genetic Discrimination Drives Legislative Interest (January 1997)
Rapid Sequencing of Microbial Genomes Opens Door to Functional Genomics (January 1997)
DOE Merges Genome Center Sequencing Efforts (October 1996)
Director Reflects on Genome Project Origins, Applications (October 1996)
Justice Faces the Genome: Trials and Tribulations (July 1996)
Third Branch of Life Confirmed (July 1996)
- Archaic Overachiever Thrives in Hostile Environments (July 1996)
Research Pace Applauded at Santa Fe ’96 Workshop (April 1996)
Collaborations Multiply Research, Commercial Benefits (January 1996)
DOE Assumes Full HGN Sponsorship (January 1996)
Genome Project Finishes Fifth Year Ahead of Schedule (September 1995)
Optical Mapping Offers Fast, Accurate Method for Generating Restriction Maps (July 1995)
Education Key to Understanding, Acceptance (May 1995)
Positional Cloning Expedites Gene Hunts (March 1995)
DOE Holds Contractor-Grantee Workshop (January 1995)

Education-Related Human Genome News Articles

Human Genome Working Draft: First-Edition Travel Guides (July 2001)
Twisted Ladder Media Issues Two Educational CD-ROMs (July 2001)
BSCS High-School Curriculum Modules (July 2001)
Exploring DNA in the Classroom (July 2001)
Free Educational Kit on the HGP (July 2001)
HGP Fact Sheet Published (July 2001)
Poster Shows Disorders, Traits Mapped to Chromosomes (November 2000)
Human Genome Project Information Website Revamped (November 2000)
Calling All Teachers! (November 2000)
BSCS Announces New Module for Teachers (November 2000)
Your World/Our World: Computers and Biotechnology issue (November 2000)
Microbial Genomics Resources (November 2000)
On Radio: The DNA Files (February 1999)
Innovative Biotechnology Curriculum (February 1999)
Microbial TV Series (February 1999)
Short Courses for Biology Teachers (February 1999)
National Organization for Rare Disorders (February 1999)
Cloning: From DNA Molecules to Dolly (January 1998)
Report from CME Genetics Conference for Physicians (January 1998)
Coalition Promotes Genetic Education Among Healthcare Professionals (January 1998)
HuGEM to Educate Health Professionals in Genetics (January 1998)
CF Genetic-Testing Panel Emphasizes Education (January 1998)
Judges’ Journal Features DNA and Courts (January 1998)
Natural History of Genes Web Site Introduced (January 1998)
CSHL Publishes Book on Integrating Genetics, Medicine (January 1998)
Special Genome Issues of Your World/Our World (January 1998)
NSGC Publishes Paper on Predisposition Testing (January 1998)
HGP: Reaching Maryland’s Minority Communities (January 1998)
- Editor’s Note: “Reference” Genome to Contain Basic Set of Genes (January 1998)
BSCS Genome Educational Modules (January 1997)
AAAS Book: Exploring Public Policy Issues in Genetics (January 1997)
Booklet on Genetics: Your Genes, Your Choices: Exploring the Issues Raised by Genetic Research (January 1997)
Web Resources (January 1997)
The Gene Letter Available Online (January 1997)
Teens Collaborate in DNA Sequencing (October 1996)
Genetics Exhibit Opens in Los Alamos (October 1996)
Genome FAQs (July 1996)
DNA Quiz on WWW (July 1996)
Genetics and You, a book about genetic principles that underlie genetic disorders (July 1996)
Spreading the Word (April 1996)
Special Genome Issue of Your World/Our World (April 1996)
ELSI Working Group Responds to The Bell Curve (January 1996)
Discovery Channel School (January 1996)
Newsletter for Genetic Counselors (January 1996)
Nature and Science Publish Special Genome Issues (September 1995)
Education Key to Understanding, Acceptance (May 1995)

ELSI-Related Human Genome News Articles

Analyzing Genetic Discrimination in the Workplace (February 2002)
Debate Over GM Products and Technologies (February 2002)
Genes, Justice, and Human Rights (February 2002)
Exploring the Impact of Genetics Research on Minorities (July 2001)
Minorities and the Human Genome Project Books Available (July 2001)
Encyclopedia of Ethical, Legal, and Policy Issues in Biotechnology (July 2001)
Twisted Ladder Media Issues Two Educational CD-ROMs (July 2001)
Biotech ELSI Web Sites (July 2001)
DOE ELSI Grants, FY 2000 (November 2000)
Bridging the Gap Between Life Insurer and Consumer (November 2000)
Guidelines for Workers as Human Subjects (November 2000)
DOE Grantee Bari Scott Wins Award (November 2000)
Judges Meeting: Molecular Biology of Murder, Addictive Disorders, and Dementia (November 2000)
Fast Forward to 2020: What to Expect in Molecular Medicine (November 2000)
Gene Patenting Update: U.S. PTO Tightens Requirements (November 2000)
Witnesses Testify Before Congress About Patenting Genes (November 2000)
Education and Bioethics: DOE Genome Meeting Highlights (October 1999)
Education and Counseling Foundation Established (October 1999)
ELSI Studies (October 1999)
ELSI Retrospective (October 1999)
Behavioral Genetics (October 1999)
Protecting Privacy in Genetic Research (October 1999)
Cambridge Symposium. The Human Genome Project: Science, Law, and Social Change in the 21st Century (February 1999)
Protecting Genetic Privacy: Why It is So Hard to Do (February 1999)
Genetics in the 21st Century (February 1999)
Human Gene Therapy: Present and Future (February 1999)
Ethical Issues in Human Gene Therapy (February 1999)
ELSI: Rapid Progress Accelerates Societal Impact of Genome Research (July 1998)
DNA Files series to be on NPR (July 1998)
HUGO Addresses Sample Collection (July 1998)
HGP FAQs, contributed by Dan Drell (January 1998)
The Gene Letter on Web (January 1998)
Genetic Privacy Task Force Hears Testimony (January 1998)
CF Genetic-Testing Panel Emphasizes Education (January 1998)
Task Force Reports on Genetic Testing (January 1998)
Legislation Sought Against Gene Bias (January 1998)
New Journal: Genetic Testing (January 1998)
A Question of Genes: Inherited Risks PBS Special (January 1998)
New Book: Genetic Secrets: Protecting Privacy and Confidentiality in the Genetic Era (January 1998)
HGP: Reaching Maryland’s Minority Communities (January 1998)
- Editor’s Note: “Reference” Genome to Contain Basic Set of Genes (January 1998)
Fear of Genetic Discrimination Drives Legislative Interest (January 1997)
- Pending Legislation Could Impact Research (January 1997)
Genetic Testing Report (January 1997)
President’s Bill Would Prohibit Human Cloning (January 1997)
Special Gene Patenting issue of Bulletin of Medical Ethics (January 1997)
BSCS Genome Educational Modules (January 1997)
AAAS Book: Exploring Public Policy Issues in Genetics (January 1997)
Special JAMWA Genetics Issue (January 1997)
Genetics Networks (Support Groups) (January 1997)
Web Resources (January 1997)
Should the Public – Minorities in Particular – Be Concerned About the Human Genome Project (October 1996)
ELSI Report Now on HGMIS Web Site (October 1996)
Justice Faces the Genome: Trials and Tribulations (July 1996)
- Briefing Judges for Flood of Novel Cases (July 1996)
- Genetic Privacy and Property: Perspectives from Capitol Hill (July 1996)
- A Look at Future Cases: Courting Disaster? (July 1996)
- Creating and Comparing DNA Profiles (July 1996)
- Searching for Truth in the Court System (July 1996)
DOE, NCHGR Issue Human Subject Guidelines (July 1996)
ELSI Working Group Under Review (July 1996)
Genome FAQs (July 1996)
New Web Site on Genetics and Public Issues (July 1996)
Video on Genetic Testing (July 1996)
Genetics and You, a book about genetic principles that underlie genetic disorders (July 1996)
The Gene Letter Online (July 1996)
Commercial Strategies Aim to Spin DNA Threads into Gold (July 1996)
Industry Moves DNA Patenting Forward (July 1996)
Spreading the Word (April 1996)
Patenting and Database Controversies (April 1996)
HUGO ELSI Committee Releases Statement (April 1996)
ELSI Task Force Seeks Genetic-Testing Experiences (April 1996)
Guidelines on Ethical Issues (April 1996)
ELSI Working Group Responds to The Bell Curve (January 1996)
Conference Examines Biotechnological Innovation (January 1996)
Notre Dame Conference Explores ELSI Issues (January 1996)
HuGEM Educational Videos (January 1996)
WHO Guidelines on Ethical Issues (January 1996)
Poll Shows Interest in Genetics (July 1995)
New EEOC Guidelines Clarify “Disability” (July 1995)
Colloquy Explores Genetic Predisposition (July 1995)
Genetic Privacy Act Introduced (March 1995)
Genome Education Workshops Held (March 1995)
Role of Media and Genome Project Addressed (March 1995)
LANL Publishes ELSI Supplement (March 1995)
Alternatives in Technological Controversies (March 1995)
Association Considers Genetics, Justice, Minorities (January 1995)

Gene Watch

These are some of the disease genes for which we prepared text; this is not a comprehensive listing. For a full discussion of specific disease genes, see Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man.

Third Human Chromosome Finished: Chromosome 20 Genes Implicated in Diabetes, Obesity (February 2002)
Chlamydia Genome Offers Surprises (February 1999)
International Team Delivers C. elegans Sequence (February 1999)
Livermore Biomedical Scientists Help International Team Find Kidney Disease Gene (April 1998, unpublished)
New MIM Edition (January 1998)
First Parkinson’s Disease Gene Discovered (January 1998)
DOE Clone Resources Spur Disease-Gene Discoveries (October 1996)
Closing in on a Prostate Cancer Gene (October 1996)

Medical Applications

Understanding Health Risks from Low Doses of Ionizing Radiation (February 2002)
Advanced Medical Instrumentation Program (February 2002)
Spinach Protein Offers New Hope for the Blind (February 2002)
Genetic Testing, Counseling Resources (July 2001)
Converting Energy to Medical Progress (July 2001)
Some Highlights of BER-Funded Research in Nuclear Medicine (July 2001)
Twisted Ladder Media Issues Two Educational CD-ROMs (July 2001)
National Center for Toxicogenomics Formed (July 2001)
Imaging Gene Expression in Vivo: Extending Nuclear Medicine for the Next Millennium Workshop (November 2000)
Fast Forward to 2020: What to Expect in Molecular Medicine (November 2000)
Outstanding Research Makes DOE National Laboratories Major Asset in Biomedical Engineering (October 1999)
Articles on Genetics (October 1999)
Human Gene Therapy: Present and Future (February 1999)
Ethical Issues in Human Gene Therapy (February 1999)
National Organization for Rare Disorders (February 1999)
Cancer Web Site (February 1999)
New HGMIS Site: Translation of Genetics to Medicine (February 1999)
HuGEM Web Site (February 1999)
Calculation of Genetic Risks (February 1999)
Genetics Manual (February 1999)
Mutation Journal (February 1999)
Livermore Biomedical Scientists Help International Team Find Kidney Disease Gene (April 1998, unpublished)
Symposium on Health Implications of Genome Research (April 1998, unpublished)
New Book: Genetic Secrets: Protecting Privacy and Confidentiality in the Genetic Era (January 1998)
A Question of Genes: Inherited Risks PBS Special (January 1998)
CSHL Publishes Book on Integrating Genetics, Medicine (January 1998)
New MIM Edition (January 1998)
Helix Directory Lists Testing Laboratories (January 1998)
CF Genetic-Testing Panel Emphasizes Education (January 1998)
NSGC Publishes Paper on Predisposition Testing (January 1998)
Genetic Privacy Task Force Hears Testimony (January 1998)
Task Force Reports on Genetic Testing (January 1998)
New Journal: Genetic Testing (January 1998)
Genetic Testing Report (January 1997)
First Parkinson’s Disease Gene Discovered (June 1997)
Genetics Networks (Support Groups) (January 1997)
Special JAMWA Genetics Issue (January 1997)
Cancer Gene Web Site Set to Debut (January 1997)
DOE Clone Resources Spur Disease-Gene Discoveries (October 1996)
Closing in on a Prostate Cancer Gene (October 1996)
Gene Therapy Evaluated (October 1996)
Video on Genetic Testing (July 1996)
Genetics and You, a book about genetic principles that underlie genetic disorders (July 1996)
ELSI Task Force Seeks Genetic-Testing Experiences (April 1996)
OMIM Catalogs Human Genes and Genetic Disorders (January 1996)

Project Management and History-Related Articles

Online Sources of Bio-Science Information (February 2002)
Patrinos Wins Award as Distinguished Executive (February 2002)
Genomes: 15 Years Later; A Perspective by Charles DeLisi (July 2001)
DeLisi Honored by President Clinton (July 2001)
Human Genome Working Draft: First-Edition Travel Guides (July 2001)
From DNA Sequences to Living Systems: Genomes to Life, Microbial Cell Project (July 2001)
OASCR Joins OBER in Genomes to Life Program (July 2001)
BERAC Bringing the Genome to Life Report Endorses New Program (November 2000)
Post-Sequencing Research Challenges (November 2000)
High-Quality Sequence of Human Chromsomes 21, 22 Achieved (November 2000)
DOE Hits Sequencing Goal: JGI Strategies Pay Off for Chromosomes 5, 16, 19 (November 2000)
Human Genome Project Milestones (Working Draft) Celebrated at White House (November 2000)
Oakland Hosts DOE Genome Program Contractor-Grantee Meeting ’99 (October 1999)
- HGP Grantees Report Progress, Challenges
- Joint Genome Institute
  - Richardson Attends Facility Opening
- Sequencing at Other Institutions
  - New Device Speeds Sequencing
- Functional Genomics
  - Gene Riches of Chromosome 19 Revealed
  - Improved Sample Prep System
- Informatics
- Education and Bioethics
- Microbial Genome Explorations
- DOE Sets Workshop For February 2000
FY1999 HGP Budgets (October 1999)
Human Genome Project Directors, Researchers Receive Awards (October 1999)
SBIR 1999 Human Genome Awards Announced (October 1999)
1999 Hollaender Winners Announced (October 1999)
DOE Biological and Environmental Research Helps Fuel “Biology Century” (February 1999)
Hollaender Fellows Named (February 1999)
SBIR 1998 Human Genome Awards Announced (February 1999)
U.S. HGP on Fast Track for Early Completion (February 1999)
Five-Year Research Goals of the U.S. Human Genome Project (February 1999)
1999 DOE Human Genome Program Workshop Proceedings (February 1999)
Eyes on the Prize: Deliver the Sequence Patrinos Address (July 1998)
New 5-Year Goals, Project Midpoint (July 1998)
JASON Group Review (July 1998)
DOE, NIH Discuss Informatics (July 1998)
1999 DOE HGP Meeting Set for California (July 1998)
Palmisano Joins DOE OBER (July 1998)
Anticipated Benefits of Genome Research (January 1998)
McKusick Receives Lasker Award (January 1998)
DOE Genome Researchers Win R&D Awards (January 1998)
Hollaender Fellows Named (January 1998)
SBIR 1997 Human Genome Awards Announced (January 1998)
NCHGR Becomes NIH Institute (January 1997)
Notice to DOE Contractors, Grantees (January 1997)
Funding Opportunities (January 1997)
DOE Merges Genome Center Sequencing Efforts (October 1996)
Director Reflects on Genome Project Origins, Applications (October 1996)
Special Genome Issue of Science (October 1996)
New Genome Center in Australia (July 1996)
Carrano a HUGO Vice-President (July 1996)
Palazzolo Named Genome Center Director (July 1996)
Dovichi Wins ACS Award (July 1996)
SBIR 1996 Human Genome Awards Announced (July 1996)
- 1996 Awards in Genome and DNA-Related Technologies (July 1996)
Hollaender Fellows Named (July 1996)
Research Pace Applauded at Santa Fe ’96 Workshop (April 1996)
Collaborations Multiply Research, Commercial Benefits (January 1996)
DOE Assumes Full HGN Sponsorship (January 1996)
Genome Program Director Smith Retires from DOE OHER (January 1996)
Genome Project Finishes Fifth Year Ahead of Schedule (September 1995)
Five Years of Progress in the Human Genome Project (September 1995)
Technology Transfer—Commercializing Genome Resources (September 1995)
Hudson Heads NCHGR Policy Office (July 1995)
DOE Postdoctoral Fellows Named (July 1995)
News from HUGO (March 1995)
Beijing Hosts 2nd South-North Conference (March 1995)
DOE Holds Contractor-Grantee Workshop (January 1995)
- Program Overview
- Mapping Sessions, Physical Mapping
- Resources and Technology Development
- Mapping informatics
- ELSI
- Sequencing Sessions
- Large-Scale Sequencing
- Sequencing Technologies
- Sequencing Informatics
High-Resolution Physical Maps of Chromosomes 16 and 19 Completed (January 1995)
ATP Program Accelerating Genome Research Payoffs (January 1995)
NIH Advisory Council Meets (January 1995)

International

These articles are concerned with specific international programs, organizations, and institutions. International scientific research also is indexed elsewhere under the appropriate categories.