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Genes y Poblaciones After decades of research, scientists have identified all of the genetic "letters" that spell out the "words" of our genes. This library of genes--- called the human genetic code, or the human genome--- is the complete set of instructions for creating you or me. But scientists' ability to read the human genetic code is only a beginning. It will be many more years before researchers figure out what all of our genes do. This information holds tremendous promise for treating, curing, and preventing diseases. By participating in genetics research, you can help scientists understand how our genes influence the diseases we develop.
The National Institutes of Health is dedicated to listening to both individuals and communities about the impact of genetics research. The National Institutes of Health held the first "community consultation" on the topic in September 2000. An ongoing dialogue with communities has only begun. More discussions with various communities have been held or are being planned. For more information, or to learn more about how you or your community can get involved, contact the National Institute of General Medical Sciences Office of Communications and Public Liaison (301-496-7301) or visit the World Wide Web sites below. National Institute of General Medical Sciences Human Genetic Cell Repository This publication can be made available in formats that are more accessible to people with disabilities. To request this material in a different format, contact the NIGMS Office of Communications and Public Liaison at 301-496-7301, TDD 301-402-6327, or write to the office at the following address: 45 Center Drive MSC 6200, Bethesda, MD 20892-6200. U. S. DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
NIH Publication No. 01-5021
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