The Human Genome Project (HGP) was accomplished through public-private partnerships in technology development and innovation. This presentation will describe the history of the HGP, including the key government and private partners, and major technology challenges and milestones. The success of the HGP ushered in a future of large-scale genomic science, with not only opportunities for personalized diagnostic tools and treatments but also challenges for privacy and data ownership.
Sharlene Weatherwax was the Associate Director of Science for Biological and Environmental Research in the U.S. Department of Energy from 2010 to 2022. She managed a broad fundamental research and facilities portfolio of systems biology, climate, and ecosystem research at national laboratories, academic institutions, and industry.