UK 10,000 human genomes project launched

June 25, 2010

This month marks the tenth anniversary of the completion of the first draft human genome sequence, with a range of events and commentaries marking the occasion. In an interview with the Times, Francis Collins, who led the US arm of the international Human Genome Project (HGP), has said that he expects most people to have their genomes fully sequenced within the next ten years. (PHG Foundation)