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NEW RESOURCES NOW AVAILABLE:
Genetics and Genomics in Nursing and Health Care
By ISONG members Terry Beery, PhD, RN, ACNP and M. Linda Workman, PhD, RN, FAAN published by F. A. Davis and expected to be released in January 2012. Perfect for both stand-alone courses or integrated into courses across the curriculum. http://www.fadavis.com/product/nursing-fundamentals-med-surg-genetics-genomics-health-care-beery-workman
 Genetics and Genomics in Oncology Nursing Practice
This latest volume from Kathleen Calzone, Agnes Masny, and Jean Jenkins broadens the topic of genetics from a discussion of risk assessment to encompass such issues as cancer biology, clinical applications of genetic study, and the scope of oncology nursing practice. A limited number of copies are available from ISONG for $60 plus shipping. Use Genetics and Genomics Order Form (PDF)
 Genetics and Ethics in Health
Care: New Questions in the Age
of Genomic Health
By Rita Black Monsen, DSN, MPH, RN, FAAN, Editor -- Available at http://nursingworld.org/books/
 Genetics/Genomics Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice
As genetics/genomics clinical services enters more areas of nursing practice, this book addresses increasing numbers of RNs at all levels and settings. Available at http://nursingworld.org/books/
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For families who have a child or other family member with a genetic disease or are at risk for a genetic disease that may be incurable.
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ISONG
Conferences & Events
24th Annual ISONG Conference - See what you missed !
Genomic Health Worldwide: Nurses Leading the Way
Hilton Montreal Bonaventure
Montreal, Quebec Canada
Announcements
Auction coming in May
We are excited to announce the first ever, online fundraising auction initiative for ISONG, which will be held during Nurses' Week, May 7 - 12, 2012. Details will be posted soon.
Need some help incorporating genetics into the new AACN Baccalaureate "Essentials"? Watch for information on our upcoming Webinar soon.
The 2011 - 2012 ISONG Founder's Awards announced - Click for more information
The 2011 - 2012 ISONG Research Grant announced - Click for more information
ISONG Member honored
Dr. Willa Doswell at the University of Pittsburgh, College of Nursing has been selected by the Genetic Alliance as a member of the Consumer Task Force on Newborn Screening. Congratulations Willa! If you would like to congratulation Willa, her email is wdo100@pitt.edu .
ISONG Members inducted as 2011 AAN Fellows
Congratulations to ISONG members who were inducted as Fellows during the American Academy of Nursing's 38th Annual Meeting and Conference, held on October 15, 2011 in Washington, D.C.
Laurie Badzek, LLM, JD, MS, RN, FAAN, West Virginia University
Karen Greco, PhD, RN, ANP-BC, FAAN, National Institutes of Health, National Cancer Institute, Center for Cancer Research, Genetics Branch
Ida Spruill, PhD, RN, LISW, FAAN, Medical University of South Carolina
Marcia Van Riper, PhD, RN, FAAN, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill
Thanks for all that you do for the Nursing Profession !
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Affiliated Organizations
Conferences & Events
February 20, 2012 - Keystone Symposia: Complex Traits: Genomics and Computational Approaches Breckenrodge, Colorado
March 15-16, 2012 - Second Symposium on Translational Genomics National Cancer Institute Symposium on Integrative Cancer Biology and Genomics: Second Symposium on Translational Genomics, Natcher Auditorium, NIH Bethesda
The field of translational genomics is rapidly progressing, yet the systematic application of current knowledge to improve patient care remains a formidable challenge. This symposium will provide a dedicated forum for the advancement, implementation and exchange of information on noncoding RNAs, next generation sequencing, and epigenomics and genetic variation for translation into clinical practice with the ultimate goal to improve the health of patients with cancer.
Organizing Committee: Laufey Amundadottir, Curt Harris, Tim Harris, Javed Khan, Glenn Merlino, Thomas Ried, and Snorri Thorgeirsson
Topics include:
* Noncoding RNAs: The Dark Matter of the Genome
* Next Generation Sequencing for Next Generation Medicine
* Epigenomics and genetic variation
Speakers include:
Eric Green, NHGRI * David Goldstein, Duke University * Joshua Mendell, UT Southwestern Medical Center * Joanne Weidhaas, Yale University * Curt Harris, NCI * Natasha Caplen, NCI * Carlo Croce, Ohio State University * Barbara Wold, California Institute of Technology * Tim Harris, Biogen Idec * David Ting, Massachusetts General Hospital * Elaine Mardis, Washington University * Steve Lincoln, Complete Genomics * Javed Khan, NCI * Manel Esteller, Bellvitge Biomedical Research Institute (IDIBELL), Barcelona * Peter Jones, University of Southern California * Jean-Pierre Issa, Temple University School of Medicine * Paul Meltzer, NCI * Olofumni Olopade, University Of Chicago * Laufey Amundadottir, NCI
To Register: Registration is free but seating is limited so please register online at: http://web.ncifcrf.gov/events/TranslationalGenomics/register.asp
For additional information please contact Laura Hooper at hooperl@mail.nih.gov
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