Supporting young scientists from low and middle-income countries to attend a global genetics conference
Official title: Support for Young Investigators from LMICs to attend the Human Genome Meeting
Funded at Human Genome Organization International, INC. · NIH-11166431 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This program is designed to help young researchers from low and middle-income countries learn about the latest in genetics and connect with others in the field, so they can improve healthcare and advance their careers back home.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Human Genome Organization International, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Farmington, United States) |
| Project start | February 1, 2024 |
| Project end | January 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $19,875 |
| NIH project number | 5R13HG013619-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-11166431 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this initiative are young researchers and scientists from low and middle-income countries who are involved in genomics or related fields.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in research or do not reside in low and middle-income countries may not receive direct benefits from this initiative.
What this research studies
This initiative aims to enhance the participation of young investigators from low and middle-income countries (LMICs) in the Human Genome Meetings, which focus on the latest advancements in genomics. The program will provide educational workshops on genomic tools, variant interpretation, and genetic counseling, while also fostering collaborations to build genomic capacity in these regions. By attending the conference, participants will gain access to cutting-edge research and networking opportunities that can help advance their careers and improve healthcare in their home countries.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could empower young scientists from LMICs to contribute to genomic medicine and improve healthcare outcomes in their communities.
How similar studies have gone: Previous initiatives aimed at enhancing global participation in scientific conferences have shown success in building capacity and fostering international collaborations.
Where this research is happening
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Human Genome Organization International, INC.
Farmington, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hamosh, Ada — Human Genome Organization International, INC.
- Study coordinator: Hamosh, Ada
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.