Whole Genome Shotgun Sequencing

Whole Genome Shotgun Sequencing is a method used to determine the complete DNA sequence of an organism's genome. It involves randomly breaking the entire genome into many small pieces, sequencing these fragments, and then using computer programs to assemble the overlapping sequences back together into the full genome. This approach allows scientists to efficiently analyze large and complex genomes by simplifying the sequencing process, making it faster and more cost-effective compared to traditional methods. It’s widely used for studying genetic information, understanding diseases, and exploring biological functions at a fundamental level.