The Human Genome ProjectThe Human Genome Project (HGP) is a very important effort in science. It attempts to map and sequence the genome. There are 3 billion codes in the human genome. All of these have been identified. But theystill need to be sequenced. The project will also identify all the genes present.The international HGP was launched in 1986 by Charles DeLisi. A 1987 report stated, "The ultimate goal of this initiative is to understand the human genome. Knowledge of the human genome is necessary to the continuing progress of medicine and other health sciences, as human anatomy has been for the present state of medicine."This $3 billion project was formally founded in 1990. It was expected to take 15 years. The international consortium included geneticists from around the world.Recently the press has made claims that the genome map is complete. But, as of 2006, it is not. The map is not expected to be finished for many more years. The central regions of each chromosome are highly repetitive DNA sequences. It is very difficult for current technology to put these in order.The HGP has completed mapping about 92% of the genome now. Hopes are high for completion in the near future. The task is becoming easier as mapping and sequencing technologies improve.A clear map of the genome will provide doctors with much important information. It will allow them to make many medical advances. This knowledge will lead to significant advances in the early diagnosis of breast cancer. It will also improve our ability to deal with liver and Alzheimer's disease.Analysis of the genome promises to open new avenues in the study of human evolution. The sequence of human DNA is stored on the Internet. It is housed in a database called Genebank. This data is available for viewing by anyone.In stating that the codes in the human genomestill need to be sequenced, the author means that they still have to …