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The Human Genome Project was an international research initiative aimed at mapping and understanding the human genome, which consists of over 3 billion nucleotide pairs and approximately 20,000-25,000 genes. Launched in 1990 and completed in 2003, the project has significantly advanced genetic research, leading to better disease diagnosis and targeted therapies. It also raised ethical, legal, and social issues regarding genetic information and its implications for privacy and discrimination.
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