Final chromosome in human genome sequenced

Chromosome 1, the largest in the human genome, is linked to 350 illnesses and brings gene sequencing project to a close.

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Not even close to done yet.

Not to downplay a significant accomplishment but since this project was started it's become abundantly clear that the mitocondrial DNA is also significant. A comprehensive understanding of how cells work (and human cells in particular) isn't going to be available until the rest of the DNA is also sequenced so it's effects can be taken into account.

[Andrew J Glina]

Perhaps not

Many, including me, believe that they are as important to understanding human genetics as understanding batterie will help you understand a mobile phone. Afterall, they don't even take part in reproduction. You simply get a copy of your mothers.

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Not even close to done yet.

Not to downplay a significant accomplishment but since this project was started it's become abundantly clear that the mitocondrial DNA is also significant. A comprehensive understanding of how cells work (and human cells in particular) isn't going to be available until the rest of the DNA is also sequenced so it's effects can be taken into account.

[Andrew J Glina]

Perhaps not

Many, including me, believe that they are as important to understanding human genetics as understanding batterie will help you understand a mobile phone. Afterall, they don't even take part in reproduction. You simply get a copy of your mothers.