Free Public/Professional Forum on NBS Blood Spots, Genetic Research and Privacy To address issues surrounding the use of newborn screening blood spots, the ACMG, the ACMG Foundation and Genetic Alliance sponsored a free Public/Professional Forum entitled "Blood Spots, Genetic Research and Privacy." A webinar of the forum is available for download. Click here to listen to the mp3 of the event Download the slides
· Alan Fleischman, MD
· Sharon Kardia, PhD
· Piero Rinaldo, MD, PhD
· Jana Monaco (Parent)
Genzyme/ACMGF Clinical Genetics Fellowship in Biochemical Genetics Newborn screening programs are rapidly expanding in the United States. However, there is a deficit of physicians specifically trained in the diagnosis, management and treatment of individuals with the metabolic diseases identified in the programs. Genzyme/ACMGF seek to support a robust national fellowship program to promote and encourage the recruitment and training of clinicians for this purpose. For more information on qualification requirements and how to apply, click here.
Luminex - ACMGF Award "Promoting Safe and Effective Genetic Testing and Services" Request for Applications Medical geneticists will play a crucial role in translating genetic science into medical genetic services and in defining and promoting the integration of genetics into healthcare. The Lumniex/ACMGF Award program will provide the award to a medical genetics professional to assist them in undertaking activities aimed at promoting safe and effective genetic testing and services. For more information and and information on how to apply, click here. | 
