The focus of this category is on the branch of biology that studies heredity and variation in organisms, known as genetics.
Recommended Resources
ABMG, the American Board of Medical Genetics, certifies individuals and accredit training programs. Web site includes certification requirements, application form, verifications, and membership lists.
http://www.abmg.org/
ASGT, the American Society of Gene Therapy, is a non-profit organization providing information about the professionals practicing gene therapy in the USA.
http://www.asgt.org/
Essentials of Genetics: M.Tevfik Dorak
Featuring historical milestones in genetics, basic genetic terms and rules, chromosomes and genes, viral and bacterial genetics, plant genetics, genetic engineering and cloning and bioethics.
http://www.dorak.info/genetics/
GEN Inv, the Genetic Innovation Network exists to develop and promote innovative genetic technologies from the research base at the Universities of Manchester, Liverpool and UMIST. Web site includes projects and database, news and related links.
http://www.geninv.net/
The Gene Clinics web site is an NIH-funded, expert-authored descriptions of inherited disorders. Web site covers genetic testing and genetic counselling of patients.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/GeneTests/
GSE is an open-access, peer-reviewed online journal, published by BioMed Central, with a focus on all aspects of genetics and selection in farm animals, experimental animals, or any related species. All articles are fully accessible through the site, and may be either browsed or searched. Instructions for authors submitting articles are also included.
http://www.gsejournal.org/
GSA, the Genetics Society of America, is a non-profit organization which sponsors a number of research conferences, supports education of students, and publishes the journal "Genetics." Web site includes details of meetings.
http://www.genetics-gsa.org/
Published by the Economic and Social Research Council Genomics Network, GSP is a peer-reviewed, online journal that serves as an outlet for interdisciplinary research on the social, ethical and legal considerations in genomics and related technologies, such as nanotechnology and stem-cell research. The complete current issue is available for downloading, or accessed by article, including archives. commentary, and guidelines for authors.
http://www.gspjournal.com/
The Hands on Genetics web site provides information on its education programs in specialties such as DNA, including interactive computer simulation to teach genetics, as well as mentoring program details.
http://www.handsongenetics.com/
International Journal of Plant Genomics
This peer-reviewed, open-access journal publishes original research in a variety of fields of plant genomics, genome technologies, and applications of genomic tools in plant breeding. An overview of the publication is provided, along with statements about the journal regarding abstracting and indexing, its aims and scope, bibliographic information, and guidelines for authors.
http://www.hindawi.com/journals/ijpg/
National Human Genome Research Institute
The NHGRI is an institute of the National Institutes of Health, based in Bethesda, Maryland. The NHGRI began in 1986 as the Office of Human Genome Research in the Office of the Director, and the Human Genome Project was developed in collaboration with the United States Department of Energy to sequence the human genome. Its role was expanded in 1993 to apply genome technologies to the study of specific diseases. Its research, funding, training, career opportunities, and contacts are set forth.
https://www.genome.gov/
NCHPEG, the National Coalition for Health Education in Genetics, is a non-profit organization concerned with the standards in the field of genetics.
http://www.nchpeg.org/
Oak Ridge National Laboratory offers an online genetics database which is searchable by organism, by topic and by human genome project. Also features a genetic gateway with information about genes and genetic disorders.
http://www.ornl.gov/sci/techresources/Human_Genome/genetics.shtml
Your Genes, Your Health is the DNA Learning Center's multimedia guide to genetic disorders. Web site is complete with in depth articles about each disease listed.
http://www.ygyh.org/
