Access Team
Access to quality information and genetic services is crucial to proactive engagement in health and informed decision-making. Consumer-driven healthcare and shared clinical decision-making are reshaping health systems. We must continue to facilitate individual empowerment through information. Join the Access Team to contribute your experiences to the network and learn how, together, we can revolutionize access to information and quality healthcare.

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To join the Access Team, send an email to teams@geneticalliance.org, with the subject line “Access.”

Education Team
There are many ways to teach and learn about genetics and health. Genetic Alliance uses traditional educational tools while embracing novel technologies to share genetics knowledge. Individual perspectives can often play a valuable role in genetics education. Join the Education Team to share your expertise with the network and learn new ways of delivering information.

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To join the Education Team, send an email to teams@geneticalliance.org, with the subject line “Education.”

Research Team
The Human Genome Project gave us the promise of developing new treatments, diagnostic tools, and technologies; however, the translational research path is filled with challenges. Researchers, clinical investigators, disease advocacy groups, industry, and government agencies must work together to overcome obstacles and develop a robust system for translating basic science discoveries into treatments and technologies that reach consumers and patients in need. Join the Research Team to contribute your knowledge and share your experience to help transform research.

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To join the Education Team, send an email to teams@geneticalliance.org, with the subject line “Research.”