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Melanie May of The
Greenwood Genetic Center
Grants to the
Greenwood Genetic Center
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$1,950,000 |
(2001) |
Over six years, unrestricted grant in memory of Jim Self.
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$125,000 |
(2000) |
Configure additional laboratories and purchase
analytical instrument. |
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$25,000 |
(1995) |
Community pediatric clinic planning. |
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$1,800,000 |
(1993) |
Over 4 years, JC Self Research Institute
capital campaign.
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$50,000 |
(1992) |
JC Self Research Institute.
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$200,000 |
(1991) |
JC Self Research Institute. |
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$150,000 |
(1986) |
Laboratory addition.
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$150,000 |
(1984) |
Main building construction.
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$100,000 |
(1978) |
New laboratory construction.
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$150,000 |
(1975) |
Establish the Greenwood Genetic Center. |
The Greenwood
Genetic Center, a not-for-profit institution, is a leader in
the delivery of genetic services, committed to:
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Diagnosing genetic conditions;
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Counseling individuals and families and supporting their
health care providers;
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Researching the causes of genetic disease;
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Educating health care providers, teachers and the public about
genetics.
In 1974, the Greenwood Genetic Center, a world-class genetic
research, education, clinic and laboratory facility, began with a
focus on providing the most up-to-date answers for critical
genetic questions to reduce the risk and severity of disabling
conditions.
The JC Self Research Institute of Human Genetics, which opened in
1996, takes a leading role in genetic research in South Carolina.
Scientists seek a greater understanding of the causes, treatment
and prevention of birth defects and mental retardation, and are
dedicated to leading-edge high-tech research that sets the
standards for the world in human genetics. Whether mapping part
of the vast unknown areas of the human genome, studying the
effects of a single gene gone awry or putting into practice a
strategy for families to avoid hereditary disease, scientists at
the Institute hope their work will bring the next generation
closer to the goal of having all babies born healthy and free of
physical and mental disabilities.
In 1999, the South Carolina Biotechnology Incubation Facility, a
22,000-sq-ft west wing addition to the JC Self Research Institute
of Human Genetics, was established. The facility houses six
laboratory modules and related office space, which are available
for defined periods of time to promising graduate-level projects
and companies. The building also includes a library and
video-conferencing facility. Economically viable projects will
have the opportunity to spin-off into separate operations in the
surrounding Biotechnology Park. |
