A brief booklet that explains in accessible language what students need to understand about The Human Genome Project (HGP). This reference tool presents the background, findings, scientific and medical applications, social and ethical implications, and helps students understand timely issues concerning The Human Genome Project. This is a useful supplement to core texts in Intro Biology (non-majors/majors), General Biology (majors), Genetics, Human Genetics (non-majors), Human Biology, Intro Biochemistry, and Intro Cell and Molecular Biology. It also includes relevant web resources and exercises for students.