Chromosome 22 Off-Airs, 1999-12-02T00:00:00+00:00
Scope and Contents
News reports on mapping Chromosome 22, selected because it was the smallest, already found 35 genes for diseases on Chromosome 22; CNN soundbite from Francis Collins; ABC also has soundbite from Francis Collins; CBS interviews Francis Collins; CNN talks about some of the genes on Chromosome 22 - heart, face, etc - interview with Dr Cynthia Tifft; Ethical issues in selecting genes to create healthier babies or more genetic engineering; Genetic engineering in food; other ethical issues; PBS report includes footage of Dr Harold Varmus announcing the accomplishment
Dates
- Creation: 1999-12-02T00:00:00+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.
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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
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31 Center Drive, MSC 2152
9000 Rockville Pike
Bethesda Maryland 20892 USA
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