1,000 Genomes Project Will Help Identify Further Research For Diabetes

The 1,000 Genomes Project, which is launched today by an international consortium of scientists, aims to identify every genetic variant that is carried by at least 1 per cent of the human race, to unlock how these influence health. When the map is complete in two years’ time, it will include the complete genetic codes of more than 1,000 individuals, providing an index to the human genome that will significantly enhance medical research.

This medical research will enhance our knowledge of diseases like diabetes and cystic fibrosis. It is said that all humans are more than 99% similar at the genetic level and it is that 1% variant that explains differences in peoples susceptibility to chronic diseases, medications and infections.

This is a very exciting project and is truthfully mind blowing. It is amazing how far science and research has come over the last few years. Don’t you think?

via TimesOnline