A Look Inside: The Human Genome

Dr. Georgia Dunston visited our clas to speak to us about the human genome. The human genome is essentially the complete identity of a person on the most basic level. The human genome preserves the history of our ancestors and provides the key to the past of each individual person. I was excited to learn that our genetic makeup preserves the history of our ancestors. When she spoke about how each person's genome is specific to them and has its own unique story I wanted to learn more about my own. Through the research done by Dr. Dunston she and others have been able to decrypt the code that is embedded in our genome to allow us to take a glimpse into the past and learn about our heritage. Through future analysis of the human genome it may become possible for each and every person to have his or her ancestry and lineage rebuilt. Dr. Dunston has already done incredible research that has led to many new discoveries into our pasts. Another development that may someday be derived from the study of the human genome is the cure and possibly the abolition of many genetic diseases. Through studying our genome we can continue to learn new things about our past and also to one day make advancements to give ourselves a better future.