A History of Genomics across Species, Communities and Projects

Springer International Publishing AG

Explore the fascinating history of genomics with this comprehensive hardcover book. It provides a unique overview of genomic advancements across different species, communities, and projects spanning four decades. Unlike many depictions that focus solely on large-scale initiatives, this book highlights the crucial work of smaller institutions and the day-to-day practices of biochemists, cell biologists, and geneticists who utilize genomic tools. Discover the contributions of often-forgotten actors, such as the European Commission, in fostering international collaboration. This extensive examination offers new insights into the dramatic expansion of genomics in the late 20th century and its ongoing developments in the 21st century, while also critically analyzing the nature and historicity of reference genomes. Key features: * Comprehensive history of genomics from the 1980s to the present. * Explores both large-scale international initiatives and smaller institutional projects. * Examines the role of genomic tools in various scientific communities. * Highlights the contributions of crucial funders and collaborative networks. * Offers new insights into the evolution and practices of genomics. Product Summary: This hardcover book, written by Miguel García-Sancho and James Lowe, delves into the history of genomics. It covers advancements across species, communities, and projects, detailing the practices and benefits of genomic tools, and examining the development of reference genomes. Published by Palgrave Macmillan Cham, this first edition is in English and contains 380 pages.