Title :
Challenges in the human genome project
Author :
Robbins, Robert J.
Author_Institution :
Appl. Res. Lab., Johns Hopkins Univ., Silver Spring, MD, USA
fDate :
3/1/1992 12:00:00 AM
Abstract :
The purpose and scope of the human genome project are discussed. Basic biological concepts underlying the project are reviewed. The two processes-logic and experimentation-used to understand DNA sequences are compared, and the process of obtaining the sequence is described. Two problem areas in this collaboration between biologists and computer scientists are examined. They arise from differences in training that can make communication difficult, and nomenclature problems.<>
Keywords :
DNA; biology computing; reviews; DNA sequences; biologists; computer scientists; human genome project; training; Application software; Bioinformatics; Biology computing; DNA; Databases; Genomics; Humans; Laboratories; Sequences; Technology management;
Journal_Title :
Engineering in Medicine and Biology Magazine, IEEE
