The Human Genome – Coast to Coast AM – Main Show Only – Video

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The Human Genome - Coast to Coast AM - Main Show Only
Date: 07-05-10 Host: George Noory Guests: Victor McElheny, Mitch Battros During the middle two hours, science journalist Victor McElheny discussed the history of the Human Genome Project, and the implications of what has, is, and will happen as we understand what the human genome is telling us. McElheny recalled being in attendance at a 1986 biology conference when the Human Genome Project was first seriously discussed. He noted that some of the scientists in attendance were aghast at the prospects of the venture. "They saw their money getting swallowed up in a big biology project," he mused. Ironically, he said, the concept was supported by the older scientists and vehemently opposed by their younger colleagues, who were skeptical of the potential of the project. Compounding the institutional intrigue, the Department of Energy pushed to develop the Human Genome Project, since it had the technological resources to undertake the venture. However, the National Institute of Health was troubled by the prospect of losing control over the "future of biology" and fought to be a part of the project, despite the reservations of "several key people" in the institution. In detailing some of the benefits of genomics, McElheny explained that deciphering a person #39;s genetic code could help in both diagnostic medicine as well as ongoing treatments. For instance, the disease Muscular Dystrophy is an ailment that often has a detrimentally late diagnosis in children. However, he said, "in ...From:Geoff ThomasViews:0 0ratingsTime:01:16:26More inEducation

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