Bioinformatics
Informatics
Continue to create, develop and operate databases and database tools for easy access to data, including effective tools and standards for data exchange and links among databases Consolidate, distribute and continue to develop effective software for large-scale genome projects
Continue to develop tools for comparing and interpreting genome information
Ethical, Legal and Social Implications (ELSI)
Continue to identify and define issues and develop policy options to address them
Develop and disseminate policy options regarding genetic testing services with widespread potential use
Foster greater acceptance of human genetic variation
Enhance and expand public and professional education that is sensitive to sociocultural and psychological issues
Training
Continue to encourage training of scientists in interdisciplinary sciences related to genome research
Specific Goals (Phase I 1993-1998)