International Society of Nurses in Genetics

International Society of Nurses in Genetics

Genetics and Genomics

Welcome to International Society of Nurses in Genetics

Explore our resources and knowledge of human genetics into your nursing practice, education and research activites. We offer accurate and current content on human genetics and genomics in addition to forums for professional networking and discussions.

We encourage unlimited reproduction for educational purposes with appropriate acknowledgement of the author and source. Unless otherwise indicated, all original documents in this site are copyrighted by ISONG.

Resources in Genetics

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/

Family Support in relations to genetic disease

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.

Family Support

Members - Please visit Members Only Section under the MEMBERSHIP Tab for Current and Past Newsletters.

ISONG

Online Auction coming in May

ISONG is excited to announce the first ever, online fundraising auction initiative for ISONG, which will be held during Nurses' Week, May 7 - 12, 2012 (note, May 12 is International Nurses' Day).

ISONG is partnering with Charity Buzz, a premier online auction company in order to raise substantial funds that can allow our ISONG organization to remain a sustainable leader in the world of genomics education, research, and clinical care. Check them out here

Member participation information available in the Members Only section or click here

Potential Sponsorship Level Information here

Conferences & Events

24th Annual ISONG Conference - See what you missed !

Genomic Health Worldwide: Nurses Leading the Way
Hilton Montreal Bonaventure
Montreal, Quebec Canada

Announcements

Upcoming Webinar

Need some help incorporating genetics into the new AACN MSN "Essentials"? Webinar is March 8th, 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm EST. Watch for registration information.

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 Educational Resources

Research Resources	Educational Resources
Research Grant Program	Professional Practice

Genetics Links

Job Opportunities in Genetics and Nurses in Genetics

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.

Topics include:
* Noncoding RNAs: The Dark Matter of the Genome
* Next Generation Sequencing for Next Generation Medicine
* Epigenomics and genetic variation

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

May 3 - 6, 2012 - ONS 37th Annual Congress in New Orleans, LA. For more information click here