Genetics and Genomics

Genetics is the study of how traits are inherited from parents to offspring through genes—small segments of DNA that carry instructions for building and maintaining our bodies. Genomics expands this by examining the entire set of an organism’s genes and their interactions, giving a comprehensive view of how genes work together. Together, genetics and genomics help us understand individual differences, health risks, and how diseases develop, enabling personalized medicine and advances in biology. They reveal the intricate blueprint of life, showing how our genetic code influences who we are.