ASHG 4th Annual DNA Day Essay Contest Winners 

Want to know what DNA and genetics have to do with you?

Check out our short video series on a variety of topics including common diseases and family history.

What do geneticists do?

Check out our Careers in Human Genetics page.

Fold Your Own DNA (PDF Printout)

Join the official National DNA Day page on

What are you doing for National DNA Day?

When many people think of April, they think of spring. But others think of DNA.

See what the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHRGI) has planned for DNA Day.

ASHG Wins NHGRI DNA DAY Model Contest

Teachers:

Want to do something special on DNA day this year? Find a geneticist in your area who will love to go to your classroom to speak or present to your students.

Genetics Education Resources