Patients over Patents: AMP and ASHG Reaffirm that Genes Should Not be Patentable
The Association of Molecular Pathology speaks out against gene patenting. Read More
Advocacy
Take Action this August Recess: Meet Your Elected Officials
As the U.S. Congress begins its August recess, now is a great time to meet with your local elected officials and share your research story. Here's how! Read More
ASHG Honors Rick Guidotti with ASHG Advocacy Award
Published: Monday, July 22, 2019, 12:00 p.m. U.S. Eastern Time Media Contact: Ann Klinck, 301.634.7342, press@ashg.org Advocate and Photographer to Receive Award at ASHG 2019 Annual Meeting The American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) has named Rick Guidotti as the 2019 recipient of the Advocacy Award. Mr. Guidotti is the founder and director of POSITIVE... Read More
Improving Access to Genetic Counselors under H.R. 3235, the “Access to Genetic Counselor Services Act” of 2019
NSGC President Amy Sturm explains the importance of H.R. 3235, a recently introduced U.S. bill that would recognize genetic counselors as practitioners. Read More
ASHG, AMP, and Partner Groups Oppose New Bill Allowing Gene Patenting
A new draft bill seeking to reform the U.S. Patent Act could impact the future of genetic research and medicine. Read More