15 Ways Genomics Influences Our World
Genomics has and continues to transform our world in myriad ways. Here are 15 examples.
![​15 for 15: DNA Sequencing | NHGRI](/sites/default/files/1-DNA_sequence_15_for_15.jpg)
Advances in genomics are reducing the cost of genome sequencing by a million-fold.
![​15 for 15: Human Genomic Variation | NHGRI](/sites/default/files/1.2.4.1.1.8_Human_Genomic_Variation_15_for_15.jpg)
​Genomics is helping us understand what makes each of us different and what makes us the same.
![15 for 15: Cancer Genomics | NHGRI](/sites/default/files/3-cancer_15_for_15.jpg)
Genomics is transforming how we study, diagnose and treat cancer.
![​15 for 15: Human Origins and Ancestry | NHGRI](/sites/default/files/1.2.4.1.1.9_Human_Origins_and_Ancestry_15_for_15.jpg)
Genomics is illuminating human and family origins at a level not previously possible.
![​15 for 15: Agriculture | NHGRI](/sites/default/files/1.2.4.1.1.1_Agriculture_15_for_15.png)
Genomics is empowering farmers to improve the food supply.
![15 for 15: Genomes at Work | NHGRI](/sites/default/files/1.2.4.1.1.7_Genomes_at_Work_15_for_15.jpg)
We are learning how our genomes serve as blueprints for life.
![15 for 15: Rare Genetic Diseases | NHGRI](/sites/default/files/1.2.4.1.1.13_Rare_Genetic_Diseases_15_for_15.jpg)
Genomics is ending diagnostic odysseys for patients with rare diseases.
![15 for 15: Pharmacogenomics | NHGRI](/sites/default/files/1.2.4.1.1.12_Pharmacogenomics_15_for_15.jpg)
Genomics is helping us choose the right medication at the right dose for each patient.
![15 for 15: Noninvasive Prenatal Genetic Testing | NHGRI](/sites/default/files/1.2.4.1.1.11_Noninvasive_Prenatal_Genetic_Testing_15_for_15.jpg)
Genomics is revolutionizing health assessments before birth.
![15 for 15: Enhanced Forensics | NHGRI](/sites/default/files/1.2.4.1.1.5_Enhanced_Forensics_15_for_15.jpg)
Genomics is establishing more robust methods for DNA-based forensic analyses.
![​15 for 15: Microbes and Microbiomes | NHGRI](/sites/default/files/1.2.4.1.1.10_Microbes_and_Microbiomes_15_for_15.jpg)
Genomics is advancing the study of individual and communities of microbes.
![15 for 15: Direct-to-Consumer Genomic Testing | NHGRI](/sites/default/files/12_Direct_to_Consumer_15_for_15.jpg)
Genomics is helping you accessing information about your genome from your home.
![​15 for 15: The Natural World | NHGRI](/sites/default/files/1.2.4.1.1.15_Natural_World_15_for_15.jpg)
Genomics helps us understand evolution and protect our biological ecosystems.
![15 for 15: Genome Editing | NHGRI](/sites/default/files/1.2.4.1.1.6_Genome_Editing_15_for_15.jpg)
Genomics is altering a genome with unparalleled efficiency and precision.
![15 for 15: Social Context | NHGRI](/sites/default/files/1.2.4.1.1.14_Social_Context_15_for_15.jpg)
Genomics is fostering an appreciation for what our DNA means for our health, identities and culture.
Last updated: December 20, 2019