The first end-to-end, completely gapless DNA sequence of a human chromosome is a major milestone for genomics.
UC Santa Cruz |
Scientists achieve first complete assembly of human X chromosome
UC Merced |
Researchers forge a new weapon to fight parasites and other infections
‘It’s a first step toward fulfilling the promise of the genomics era to inform how we combat disease,’ lead researcher says.
UC Santa Cruz |
UC Santa Cruz Genomics Institute receives funding for Human Cell Atlas projects
Three new projects will support efforts to develop a comprehensive reference atlas of all cells in the human body.
UC Davis |
Earth BioGenome Project to sequence all life
UC Davis-led partnership to map the DNA of every lifeform announced at the World Economic Forum in Davos.
The New Yorker |
A better kind of happiness
UCLA and UC Santa Barbara professors weigh in on social genomics and the insights of Aristotle.
UC Merced |
What ancient DNA tells us about the Himalayas
UC Merced leads genomic research in one of the world's most understudied regions.
Scientific American |
'Schizophrenia gene' discovery sheds light on possible cause
A UC San Diego scientist weighs in on an important new schizophrenia study.
UC San Francisco |
Searching genes for drug reactions
UCSF School of Pharmacy is one of the first pharmacy schools in the nation to offer its students genetic testing for drug response.
UC Davis |
100K Genome Project takes aim at foodborne diseases
Genome sequencing project ultimately aims to improve safety of our food supply.