Genetics Resource Guide
books, journals and audiovisual materials
To search for books, journals, and audiovisual materials held by the VCU Libraries, use the VCU Library Catalog.
- The Catalog allows you to search by title, author, keyword and subject.
- To determine the appropriate subject heading for a topic, consult the list of Medical Subject Headings or Library of Congress Subject Headings in the libraries.
- Possible subject headings include: genetics; hereditary diseases; chromosome abnormalities; DNA; genetic counseling; cloning, organism; oncogenes; amniocentesis; genome, human; genotype; genetic engineering.
To search for materials from other libraries, use the Worldcat database on FirstSearch VCU.
online journals and newsletters
- E-Journals at VCU
Alphabetic and keyword searching for online journals available to the VCU community. - HUM-MOLGEN Journal List
Tables of contents to many leading journals in human genetics, including Genome Research, Journal of Genetic Counseling, Cell, Human Heredity, and Genes & Development.
- Entrez - from the National Center for Biotechnology Information
Entrez allows access to nucleotide and protein sequence data in GenBank, EMBL, DDBJ, PIR-International, PRF, Swiss-Prot, and PDB, along with 3D protein structures, genomic mapping information, and PubMed MEDLINE. - DART/ETIC: Developmental and Reproductive Toxicology
Bibliographic database with over 90,000 references to literature on teratology and other aspects of developmental and reproductive toxicology. - GeneTests
GeneTests includes a directory of laboratories providing testing for heritable disorders, a directory of genetics and prenatal diagnosis clinics, and information on genetic counseling and testing. Also at this site, GeneReviews - an online publication of expert-authored disease reviews. - MEDLINE/PubMed VCU
The primary database of information in biomedical and health sciences fields. - OMIM: Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man
This database is a catalog of human genes and genetic disorders authored and edited by Dr. Victor A. McKusick and colleagues at Johns Hopkins. The database contains textual information, pictures, and reference information as well as links to the Entrez database of MEDLINE articles and sequence information. - Science Citation Index (in Web of Science) (1985 - present) -- Search by author, title, or journal, as well as cited reference searches to locate articles that cite a specific article, or author, of interest. Includes bibliographic citations and abstracts, very few links to full text.
- Genetic Disorder Information on the Web
This site includes links to overviews, databases, support groups, medical sites, and directories. - genome.gov | Online Health and Support Resources
This page provides links to information about genomics for health professionals, as well as to resources for patients. - Information for Genetic Professionals
A useful page of information from the University of Kansas Medical Center for genetic counselors, clinical geneticists, and medical geneticists with links to a variety of clinical, research and educational resources. - Office of Rare Diseases, National Institutes of Health
The web site provides information on rare diseases and support groups for patients and their families. It also includes information on current research and clinical trials. - WWW Virtual Library: Genetics
The WWW Virtual Library is a distributed subject catalog on the web. This page covers genetics in the biosciences. - Yahoo! - Science:Biology:Molecular Biology: Genetics
- Genome Glossary
- Glossary of Genetic Terms
- Human Genome Acronym List
- Talking Glossary of Genetic Terms - from the National Human Genome Research Institute
This glossary contains audio files with spoken explanations of terms. Requires the RealAudio Player which can be downloaded freely from the web site.
- Blazing a Genetic Trail
A report from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute organized like an online textbook with chapters. The text and illustrations are also available in Adobe Acrobat (.pdf) format for downloading and printing. - Dolan DNA Learning Center
The site offers tutorials, animations, and resources for educators from the Dolan DNA Learning Center at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory. - GeneCards
An encyclopedic resource which attempts to integrate access to information stored in major data sources dealing with human genes and their products with a major focus on medical aspects. - Gene Tests: Educational Materials
The site includes a glossary, tutorials, and powerpoint presentations to help healthcare providers understand the appropriate use of genetic counseling and testing. - Genetics Education Center
Extensive listing of resources for educators interested in human genetics. Courses, lectures, online tests and related materials for all levels of genetics education. - genome.gov | Educational Resources
Sponsored by the National Human Genome Research Institute, the site provides educational materials about genetics and genomics for students, teachers and the general public. - Human Genome Project Primers
Links to basic works on molecular biology and the Human Genome Project from the U.S. Dept. of Energy, also available in Acrobat (.pdf) format for downloading and printing. - Learn.Genetics
The Genetic Science Learning Center at the University of Utah offers educational materials and simulations to help people understand how genetics effects their lives and society. The site includes teacher resources and lesson plans. - National Coalition for Health Professional Education in Genetics
Model curricula, journal articles, conference proceedings, news reports and other curriculum materials from an interdisciplinary group of organizations that promotes health professional education in human genetics. - NCBI (National Center for Biotechnology Information) Educational Tools
Information and tutorials on a variety of resources including BLAST, GenBank, human genome resources, structure database, molecular modeling, pharmacogenetics, SNPs, ESTs, and bioinformatics.
- Bioethics.net
Produced by the Center for Bioethics at the University of Pennsylvania. - Genetics and Ethics Home Page
A jump-station for many resources discussing ethical issues and genetics. - National Information Resource on Ethics & Human Genetics
Information, resources and publications on issues in molecular biology and human genetics. Includes link to BIOETHICSLINE from the Kennedy Institute of Bioethics at Georgetown University. - Your Genes, Your Choices
Online version of book written to introduce the public to the Human Genome Project and the ethical, legal, and social issues that are raised by the project.
consumer and patient information
- Ask NOAH about: Genetic Disorders
Information from the New York Online Access to Health Project. - Genes and Disease
An introduction to the link between genetic factors and human disease. Includes information on many genetic diseases with pointers to related resources. - Genetic Alliance
Search for disease information or voluntary support groups by genetic condition, organization name or services offered. - Genetic Conditions/ Rare Conditions Information
An alphabetic list of disorders with information on contacts for support groups. - Genetics Home Reference
Created for the general public, this new web site from the National Library of Medicine allows you to browse by disease or by gene. It also includes links to other related sources such as MEDLINEplus, a consumer health information site with extensive information in English and Spanish. - genome.gov | Specific Gene Disorders
Information on specific disorders, including their symptoms and diagnosis. - Healthfinder
Healthfinder® is a free gateway to reliable consumer health information developed by the U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services. This page is from the Hot Topics section on genetics. - National Organization for Rare Disorders, Inc.
A non-governmental clearinghouse for information on over 5,000 rare disorders. - Office of Rare Diseases, National Institutes of Health
The web site provides information on rare diseases and support groups for patients and their families. It also includes information on current research and clinical trials. - Understanding Gene Testing
From the National Cancer Institute, an online tutorial that illustrates what genes are, explains how mutations occur and are identified within genes, and discusses the benefits and limitations of gene testing for cancer and other disorders.
institutions and organizations
- Genetics Societies
Links to all major U.S. professional genetics societies. - Mid-Atlantic Regional Human Genetics Network
A partnership of consumers, health care providers, government agencies and others with a mission to provide regionally based collaboration in education, research and other relevant genetic activities. - National Cancer Institute Cancer Genetics
Cancer genetics research resources and information. - National Center for Biotechnology Information
Programs and activities of the NCBI focus on molecular biology, biochemistry, and genetics. Links are provided to OMIM, PubMed and many other databases and research resources. - National Human Genome Research Institute at NIH
The NHGRI heads the Human Genome Project for the National Institutes of Health. - National Society of Genetic Counselors
Includes a directory of practioners and information for professionals and consumers. - WHO Human Genetics Programme
The arm of the World Health Organization devoted to developing genetic approaches to the control of the most common hereditary diseases.