The sequencing of the human genome, the genetic information stored in the DNA strand, is key to understanding what makes us human. The Human Genome Project was one of the largest international initiatives in the history of science, enabling the complete reading of our genetic material for the first time.
In 2003, they managed to create a first map, but it was not completed until 2021. This achievement has paved the way for a better understanding of genetic diseases and many types of cancer, as well as the possibility of developing treatments tailored to the characteristics of each patient.
Understanding our DNA, ultimately, helps us explain what makes us human. The video series XXI. mendeko mugarri zientifikoak from Zientzia Kaiera explains the major scientific discoveries and advancements of recent decades. This episode is the result of a collaboration between Órbita Laika and the Chair of Scientific Culture at the UPV/EHU.
