Human Links
- Primer on Molecular Genetics Description of the basic strategy and methodology for mapping and sequencing the human genome - from the DOE.
- Genome Machine Excellent GUI to determine what genes have been mapped to a particular chromosome location from the Univ. of Washington.
- MRC Human Genetics Unit The Medical Research Council Human Genetics Unit undertakes basic and strategic research to obtain a molecular and cellular understanding of genetic factors implicated in human disease and normal and abnormal development, thereby gaining important insights into basic biological mechanisms.
- American College of Medical Genetics (ACMG) An organization composed health care professionals committed to the practice of medical genetics.
- Human Genome Project Information about the Project, its progress, history, and goals; issues associated with genome research; frequently asked questions, the science behind the project; and Project sponsors.
- TIGR Human Gene Index (HGI) Contains human EST sequences sequenced at TIGR as well as human ESTs from GenBank's dbEST database.
- Genetic Health Information and tools to help you understand genetic advances and better manage your health.
- Genetic Algorithms Archive Archives of GA-List, the genetic algorithms mailing list. Hosted at the Navy Center for Applied Research in Artificial Intelligence.
- Human Genomics Non-commercial site providing information on topics related to human genome sequencing - gene therapy, genetic diseases, cloning, stem cell research, etc.
- Human Telomere Mapping and Sequencing Integration of available human telomere mapping and sequencing data into a single annotated reference map and sequence for each human telomere.
- Human Genome Mapping Project Resource Centre The HGMP-RC provides resources for research workers in the field of genetics. Sponsored by the MRC, UK.
- GeneMap'98 Current map and search engine for >30,000 human gene loci.
- The Genome Database The official central repository for genomic mapping data resulting from the Human Genome Initiative.
- HumGen Provides access to credible, national, regional and international, policy statements on topics relating to human genetics.
- National Center for Genome Resources Bioinformatics and computational biology tools to support genetic analysis and discovery.
- The Wellcome Trust Centre for Human Genetics UK centre for the study of the genetics of multifactorial diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, heart disease, multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis, and obesity.
- American Medical Association Genetics & Molecular Medicine This site provides physicians, healthcare professionals, and patients with current accurate education, pertinent news, ethics, and legislation concerning medical genetics and molecular medicine.
- Innovation A companion piece to the PBS series, this site uses stories to illustrate new developments in human genetics and how these developments will impact our lives.
- Bodymap Data bank of expression information of human and mouse genes, novel or known, in various tissues or cell types and various timings.
- The DNA Learning Center A wide variety of online DNA resources as well as information on workshops, field trips, courses and products.
- Genome Sequencing Centre Research department at the Institute of Molecular Biotechnology in Jena, Germany. Its purpose is to further the knowledge of genomes, particularly the human genome, through large scale sequencing and genetic analysis .
- GM2A Mutation Database A searchable database of mutations on the GM2A gene causing AB variant GM2 Gangliosidosis.
- The Ceph Genotype Database Database of genotypes for all genetic markers that have been typed in the reference families for linkage mapping of the human chromosomes .
- Institute for Behavioral Genetics Organized research unit dedicated to conducting and facilitating research on the genetic and environmental bases of individual differences in behavior.
- Y-STR Haplotype Reference Database Interactive and allows the user to search for Y-STR haplotypes in various formats. Related information i.e. population substructuring, and haplotype diversity is documented.
- Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man Database and catalog of human genes and genetic disorders containing textual information, pictures, and reference information.
- The Human Transcript Map A gene map of the human genome.
- Mutation Research Genomics Initiative Objectives are to catalyze the mutation research community to apply genomics-related technologies and resources, to create new approaches for understanding mutagenesis and determining the health consequences of genetic mutations.
- Primer on Molecular Genetics A primer on the basic genetics and the science of the human genome program. Also available in acrobat (pdf) format. From the U.S.Department of Energy.
- Cooperative Human Linkage Center Genetic maps showing the positions of genetic markers. Search by name for information on markers.
- The Human Genome, by All of the Top Cartoonists Cartoons about the human genome issue from top newspaper editorial cartoonists around the world.
- Public Health Genetics News and information about advances in genetics and their impact on public health policy and the prevention of disease - from the UK National Health Service, Public Health Genetics Unit.
- Human Genome Organisation (HUGO) An international organization of scientists promoting international collaboration within the Human Genome Project.
- BioBeat Online Magazine News and breakthroughs in mapping of the human genome - from Perkin-Elmer Biosystems.
- Hum-MolGen International Communication Forum in Human Molecular Genetics. Mailing list, the table of contents of leading journals, comprehensive listings of meetings and seminars and a large classified ads section in genetics and medicine.
- The Greatest Biological Development in Science History Article about the human genome and its discovery. Includes diagram of the biological Rosetta Stone and a table of human genome statistics.
- Human Genome Management Information System Explore this site for information about the U.S. and worldwide Human Genome Project.
- LLNL Human Genome Center General description and current projects at the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory.
- Genomics News Wire Information on the Human Genome Project, genetic diseases, gene therapy, cloning, and stem cell research. Links to related resources, industry database and bookstore .
- Did Human Genome Map Vindicate Darwin? Evolutionists have claimed that the Human Genome Map has proved man evolved from lower animals. Is this fact or fiction? Response from the Institute for Creation Research.
- Celera Genomics Education Module Interactive, introductory lesson to human genomics. Includes coverage of chromosomal structure, DNA sequencing, posotional cloning and pharmacogenomics.
- GenomeNet Japanese network of database and computational services for genomic and related research in molecular and cellular biology.
- European Society of Human Genetics Society for researchers, clinicians, laboratory scientists, psychologists and other social scientists, bioethicists,and non-medical genetic counsellors.
- Human Genetics Programme World health organization programme which develops genetic approaches to the control of the most common hereditary diseases and those with a genetic predisposition.
- NewsRx Report Quarterly report on the latest information and news on biotechnology genomics and genetics research .
- HEXB Mutation Database A searchable database of mutations on the HEXB gene causing Sandhoff Disease.
- Human Gene Mutation Database The HGMD in Cardiff is the most comprehensive database of human gene mutation data available.
- Human Genome Project General Information A 15-year effort coordinated by the U.S. Department of Energy and the NIH to identify all the estimated 80,000 genes in human chromosomes, determine the sequence of the chemical bases that make up human DNA, store this information in databases, and develop tools for data analysis.
- Mapping Genes that Modulate Eye Growth A research paper published in investigative ophthalmology and visual science on genes that control eye growth.
- MITOMAP A human mitochondrial genome database
- NHGRI Researcher Resources Genomic and genetic resources on the World Wide Web - from the National Human Genome Research Institute.
- Human Genome Program Research in Progress Explore this site for U.S. Human Genome Project progress, research, and resources.
- Washington University Department of Genetics Research interests include the basic molecular and developmental genetics of model eukaryotic systems , and the mapping and identification of genes responsible for important human hereditary .
- Human Chromosome Launchpad A single-source launchpad to information about each human chromosome. There are links to gene maps, sequences, genetic disorders, non-human models, identified genes, laboratories, and research.
- DOE Human Genome Program Supports research projects at universities, the DOE Joint Genome Institute, DOE-owned national laboratories, and other research organizations.
- National Human Genome Research Institute Division of NIH charged with managing the Human Genome Project.
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