What does newborn screening test for, and why do babies need to be screened? What does screening look like and how does it work? Read on for the answers to these questions and more. 

Introducing the Genes in Life spotlight on screening through the life course! For the next two months, the Genes In Life Blog will cover newborn screening, pediatric screening, and cascade screening. Keep checking back for more!

A post from our sponsor, Claritas Genomics on the use of whole genome sequencing with newborns.

What are incidental findings? Why are they creating such controversy? And how should are standard practices being created?

Illumina's Understand Your Genome Program walks the attendees through the process of using whole genome sequencing in a clinical setting.

Whole genome sequencing is being used to further cancer research and find treatments that are more effective and individualized. Learn more!

Whole genome sequencing shows exciting promise as a tool for diagnosing conditions. Learn more!

Learn more about family health history tools for providers and families that are improving preventive care and treatment.

TEDMed hosted an online discussion with Dr. Eric Green, Director of the National Human Genome Research Institute, and several other leading experts on genome research, ethics, and genomics use in patient care. Click here to watch!

The Human Genome Project was a remarkable feat in the world of genetics.  How did it happen and how is it shaping genetic research today?