Human Genome Project "Exploring our Molecular Cells" and "The Secret of our Lives", 2000-12-21T00:00:00+00:00
Scope and Contents
About the Human Genome Project; starts with an animated explanation of DNA, messenger RNA, proteins and amino acids; The Secret of Our Lives - Francis Collins, Jane Rogers, Eric Lander, James Watson, Robert Waterson, Elbert Branscomb, Richard Gibbs speaking about genetics and the genome project, connections with other animals and plants. Discussion of human genome, chimpanzee genome, humans as a species, 99.9% identical; animation of DNA, children in classroom; twins; laboratory; representation of human genome in letters, book; how DNA is processed to sequence genome; potential for understanding and curing diseases; can you study the effects of scientific revolution while the revolution is happening?
Dates
- Creation: 2000-12-21T00:00:00+00:00
Conditions Governing Access
The majority of the materials within this finding aid have been digitized by the History of Genomics team. That being said, there are several instances where materials were either damaged or were in poor condition. In these cases we cannot guarantee the availability or accessibility of all materials.
Some materials may contain sensitive information or personally identifiable information (PII), in which case we cannot guarantee full unfettered access upon request. The History of Genomics Team will work to make a determination on a case by case basis as to the access of materials.
Extent
From the Collection: 60 Box (Each box contains a variety of formats video and/or audio media. These include cassette tapes, BetaCam videos, or VHS tapes. )
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Repository Details
Part of the NHGRI Human Genome Project (HGP) Archive Repository
Building 31, Room 4B09
31 Center Drive, MSC 2152
9000 Rockville Pike
Bethesda Maryland 20892 USA
zach.utz@nih.gov