Uploaded December 2023 | Updated September 2026, 4 hours ago

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On November 8-9, 2023, the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) sponsored its 15th Genomic Medicine meeting, Genomic Medicine XV: Genomics and Population Screening, in Bethesda MD.

This meeting discussed the current state of population genomic screening in the U.S., as well as barriers and opportunities for expanded population screening, impact on clinical practice and outcomes, various genomic screening technologies and costs, and evidence gaps that may inform future research directions.

Agenda: genome.gov/GM15

Chapters:
0:00 - Introductions (Rex Chisholm)
0:58 - Research on pre-testing phase: getting providers and patients/public to take up testing
(Marc Williams)
14:51 - Research on testing phase: what tests to recommend, how are they offered and what types of results are provided (Heidi Rehm)
34:40 - Research in follow-up to testing: uptake of interventions, cascade testing, transportability throughout lifespan (Bruce Korf)
46:23 - Discussion
1:01:31 - Summary and Next Steps (Teri Manolio)