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	All About the Human Genome Project The international effort to map the human genome. Online Education Kit: Understanding the Human Genome Project Timeline, Videos, Bioinformatics National DNA Day Events, Ambassador Program, Webcast Talking Glossary of Genetic Terms A multimedia glossary with downloadable illustrations. Genetic Education Modules for Teachers Teaching tools to help students understand genetics and genomics. Fact Sheets Genetic concepts, research, more. NHGRI Webinar Series A new webinar series on topics related to genomics, health and society. Speaking About Genetics Teacher and speaker resources, scheduling an NHGRI speaker. Online Genetics Education Resources Links to genetics' information.
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Educational materials about genetics and genomics for students, teachers and the general public

2010 National DNA Day Essay Questions Now Available

The American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) invites you to participate in the 5th Annual DNA Day Essay Contest! The contest is open to students in grades 9th - 12th. The winning student will receive $400 and the teacher will receive a $2000 grant for laboratory genetics equipment.

Please visit ASHG DNA Day 2010 for the essay questions, rules and more information. The submission site goes live in January 2010 and the deadline is March 15, 2010 at 5:00 p.m. Eastern. International submissions are welcome.

2010 National DNA Day Award Abstracts

Read the 2010 National DNA Day Award Abstracts for DNA Day programs and projects from around the country.

National DNA Day 2009

National DNA Day was celebrated at NHGRI this year on Friday, April 24 with our annual online chatroom. The chatroom is now closed, but you can read all of the questions and answers from the National DNA Day Online Chatroom Transcript.

Understanding the Human Genome Project

Understanding the Human Genome Project is a multimedia, educational CD that covers the basics of molecular biology and includes learning modules to help high school students understand genetics, molecular biology and The Human Genome Project.

See: Understanding the Human Genome Project

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	Featured Fact Sheet: Biological Pathways
	Gene Discoveries for Common Complex Diseases 1990 - 2007 The genes discovered, along with concurrent NIH initiatives, since the beginning of the Human Genome Project.
	Cumulative Pace of Gene Discovery 1981 - 2005 The number of disease genes identified from 1981 to 2005.
	Speakers from the National Human Genome Research Institute Find out how to schedule a speaker from NHGRI.
	*50 Years of DNA: A Celebration of the Genome* Learn about the 2003 celebration with articles, webcasts, more
	DNA Kit and Science Museum Activities

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Last Reviewed: October 22, 2009

	See Also:

	Education and Community Involvement Branch

	Genetics Education Center At the University of Kansas Medical Center Human Genetic Variation: NIH Curriculum Supplement Genetics Education & Outreach Network At The American Society of Human Genetics National Coalition for Health Professional Education in Genetics

	Glosario El Hablar De Términos Genéticos Un glosario de los multimedia con las ilustraciones downloadable. Del Mapa a Usted Explora el mundo de la genética, del Proyecto Humano del Genoma y del futuro del Genómica.