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Education and Training

John P. Hussman Institute for Human Genomics

Center for Genomic Education & Outreach

The Center for Genomic Education and Outreach (C-GEO) is focused on the development and dissemination of information and resources to improve and inform the use of genomic technologies in health care.

The C-GEO will carry out its mission via the Patient & Family Ascertainment, Genomic Education, and Genomic Outreach divisions. The center is led by Director Jeffery Vance, M.D., Ph.D., and Associate Directors, William Scott, Ph.D., and Michael Cuccaro, Ph.D.

Genomic Education

The mission of the Division of Genomic Education is to educate physicians and clinical professionals to maximize their ability to utilize Genomic Medicine.

Genomic Outreach

The mission of the Division of Genomic Outreach is to increase public awareness about genomic medicine.

Patient and Family Ascertainment

The Division of Patient and Family Ascertainment provides operational guidance for all clinical personnel and supports select clinical operations.

Cores & Resources

The Hussman Institute for Human Genomics (HIHG) offers a wide array of technological resources and expertise, including the Center for Genome Technology to assist in performing genetic and genomic studies of human diseases