gene mapping

Explains how John Sulston, Robert Horvitz, and Sydney Brenner's research on the nematode worm led to the sequencing of the human genome.

Describes the ten-year, multimillion dollar Human Genome Project and its process of gene mapping and addresses some of the criticisms of the project.

Explores the rivalry between Craig Venter and the Human Genome Project, which competed against one another to be the first to sequence the human genome. Discusses how their rivalry played out and how our increased understanding of DNA contributes to doctors' efforts to diagnose, treat, and prevent diseases.

Describes potential uses for the ten-year, multimillion dollar Human Genome Project and its process of gene mapping, and includes web citation for an interactive map of chromosomes.