Fundamentals of Genomics
Students will study the structure, function, and mapping of genomes, including the historical significance of the Human Genome Project. The topic covers sequencing techniques and genome annotation.
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Students will study the structure, function, and mapping of genomes, including the historical significance of the Human Genome Project. The topic covers sequencing techniques and genome annotation.
Key Questions
- What were the primary goals of the Human Genome Project?
- How do Sanger sequencing and next-generation sequencing compare?
- What is the significance of genome annotation?
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