Overview
Genetics and genomics are two fields of science that focus on understanding the mechanisms of inheritance and variation of genes and genomes. Genetics studies the structure and function of inherited genes, while genomics studies the complete set of genes in an organism. Genetics and genomics are important in understanding the genetic basis of diseases and thus helping to develop treatments and preventions. They are also important in understanding the evolution of species and in aiding the development of new technologies in areas such as agriculture. Genetics and genomics research has also been used for investigations into and treatments for inherited human diseases, with the goal of improving healthcare outcomes.
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