Human Genome Project

The Human Genome Project (HGP) is one of the most ambitious scientific endeavors of the 21st century, aiming to map and understand all the genes of the human species. Launched in 1990 and completed in 2003, this groundbreaking initiative involved international collaboration among scientists, geneticists, and researchers, spanning multiple countries and disciplines. The HGP has decoded the 3 billion base pairs that make up human DNA, unlocking insights into genetic diseases, human development, and our evolutionary history.

The Human Genome Project has provided a comprehensive map of human genes, facilitating identification of genetic markers for diseases, improvements in diagnostics, and the development of targeted therapies.