According to the World Health Organization (WHO): Genetics is the study of heredity, while Genomics is defined as the study of genes and their functions, and related techniques. Genomics is a relatively new term, being used more frequently since the mid-1990's. The main difference between genomics and genetics is that genetics scrutinizes the functioning and composition of the single gene whereas genomics addresses all genes and their inter relationships in order to identify their combined influence on the growth and development of the organism.
The Likelihood of Genetic Disorders
When a genetic disorder is diagnosed in a family, family members often want to know the likelihood that they or their children will develop the condition.
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Human Genome Project: Ethical, Legal, and Social Implications
The Ethical, Legal, and Social Implications (ELSI) program was founded in 1990 as an integral part of the Human Genome Project.
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Genetic Diseases in Jewish Population
There are nearly 4,000 genetic diseases known that afflict the world's population. Certain genetic diseases occur at higher frequencies among certain ethnic, racial, or demographic groups.
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Cells and DNA
Learn about cells, DNA, chromosomes, and genes.
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