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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 2000
Page
12
A reflective piece compares the human genome to a pigsty and a pearl, noting its vast length and mixed content. It cites Francis Collins praising the landmark achievement of sequencing the genome, while acknowledging ongoing debates and uncertainties in interpretation.
Scientists hail the genome as a portrait of who we are while stressing we are not defined by genes. Experts like David Baltimore say the work will grow for a century, linking humans with flies, worms, monkeys and mice as evolution lays out in genes.
The article discusses a gene based medicine standard aimed at most diseases and references longevity and genetic modification concepts. It notes the idea of directing human evolution by selecting genes and mentions genetically engineered crops in the broader context.
Sky watchers track celestial events as stargazing at U1 Pal invites observers to view constellations meteor showers and bright planets this season. Organizers emphasize accessibility and guidance for families and beginners.
Joe Rao of the Hayden Planetarium notes a rare near coincidence of yesterday's new Moon with perigee as the Moon reached its closest point to Earth in 2000. A solar eclipse over Thurston Island near Antarctica could be visible to sailors, with tides expected to vary greatly into the week and potential coastal floods worsened by any tropical cyclone.
Scientists outline the Mouse Genome Project to compare mouse and human genes, using mice as models to study evolution, disease, and potential treatments. The NIH funds ten sequencing centers to begin work, with a two-stage plan targeting a 2003 draft and a 2005 refined genome.
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