History of Genomics Program
The Human Genome Project
The Human Genome Project (HGP) was one of the great feats of exploration in history. Rather than an outward exploration of the planet or the cosmos, the HGP was an inward voyage of discovery led by an international team of researchers looking to sequence and map all of the genes -- together known as the genome -- of members of our species, Homo sapiens. Beginning on October 1, 1990 and completed in April 2003, the HGP gave us the ability, for the first time, to read nature's complete genetic blueprint for building a human being.
What is the Human Genome Project?
The Human Genome Project was the international research effort to determine the DNA sequence of the entire human genome.
Human Genome Project Results
In 2003, an accurate and complete human genome sequence was finished two years ahead of schedule and at a cost less than the original estimated budget.
Human Genome Project Timeline of Events
Key moments and press releases from the history of the Human Genome Project.
Human Genome Project FAQ
Explore frequently asked questions and answers about the Human Genome Project and its impact on the field of genomics.
Last updated: October 7, 2019