may 8, 1990 - The Human Genome Project was Launched!
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The Human Genome Project officially began in 1990 to study the human genome as a way of aiding the detection of mutations that nuclear radiation might cause. It was also started to initiate the interest of mapping and sequencing the human genome for future benefits and studies. It was concluded in April 2003. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), National Institutes of Health (NIH) and international groups had sponsored the project.
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Module 8 Honors Assignment Genetic Discoveries Timeline Anuragh Sriram
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