Across the Life Span: Maximizing the Usability of Genomics for All

The National Institutes of Health, National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) published a new strategic vision for the future of human genomics in October 2020. The theme of this 2020 vision, The Forefront of Genomics, reflects NHGRI's critical role in providing responsible stewardship of the field of human genomics, especially as genomic methods and approaches become increasingly disseminated throughout biomedicine. The strategic vision features a set of guiding principles and values including “Maximize the usability of genomics for all members of the public, including the ability to access genomics in healthcare”.   In this talk,  Vence Bonham will examine the strategic vision for genomics and its importance in the implementation of genomic medicine across the life span to improve health and reduce the burden of disease.

Learning Objectives:

1. Understand how the use of genomics can influence concepts of health, disease, responsibility, identity, family, and community

2. Examine the interrelationships between genomics and the social and environmental factors that influence human health

3. Identify the strategies to increase the diversity of the genomic workforce.