59th Annual Meeting In Honolulu Of The American Society Of Human Genetics

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Article Date: 29 Aug 2009 - 0:00 PDT

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The world's top scientists and clinicians in the human genetics field will gather in Honolulu, Hawaii to present their latest research findings at the 59th Annual Meeting of the American Society of Human Genetics, from Tuesday, October 20, through Saturday, October 24, 2009, at the Hawaii Convention Center.

Founded in 1948, the American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) is the primary professional membership organization for human genetics specialists worldwide, representing nearly 8,000 researchers, academicians, clinicians, genetic counselors, nurses and others with a special interest in this area. The Society's Annual Meeting is the world's largest gathering of human genetics professionals and a forum for renowned experts in the field to share their latest research results.

With more than 260 platform and plenary presentations, 2,828 posters, 24 invited sessions and special symposia, and the 2009 ASHG Annual Meeting will provide a rich resource of new information about cutting-edge developments in human genetics and genomics research. In addition, nearly 250 U.S. and international exhibitors at this year's ASHG Exhibitor Trade Show will offer an unprecedented opportunity to view the latest advances in genetics-related products and services derived, in part, from work presented at previous ASHG meetings.

The Society's mission is to serve research scientists, health professionals and the public by providing forums to:
(1) share research results through the Annual Meeting and in The American Journal of Human Genetics (AJHG);
(2) advance genetic research by advocating for research support;
(3) educate future genetics professionals, health care providers, advocates, teachers, students and the general public about all aspects of human genetics; and
(4) promote genetic services and support responsible social and scientific policies.

Source:
Kristen Long
American Society of Human Genetics

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