grant support. Services provided include consultation, grant preparation, high throughput data analysis and other types of bioinformatics analysis. Genomics Core The Genomics Core of the Lerner Research Institute is hosted at the Genomic Medicine Institute, and provides essential support for high-throughput biological studies on the genomic level. The Scientific Director is Prof Charis Eng. It is equipped with an Applied Biosystems 3730xl DNA analyzer, and provides Illumina-based services for state-of-the-art high throughput genotyping and expression experiments. Services are provided to the Lerner Research Institute, the Cleveland Clinic, and external clients. Training Program The GMI has programs for advanced training for the following individuals: clinicians, both physicians and genetic counselors research staff at postdoctoral and predoctoral levels Exposure to patients who have unusual genetic syndromes, with the availability of corresponding genetic expertise at the CPGH is a major strength of training at the GMI. For clinicians, there are extensive opportunities for interaction with internationally renowned clinicians at the Cleveland Clinic at clinics, tumor boards and in direct patient care. References Genetics or genomics research institutions Healthcare in Cleveland