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{{Infobox research project | |||
| name = Human Cell Atlas | |||
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| established = 2016 | |||
| mission = To create comprehensive reference maps of all human cells | |||
| website = [https://www.humancellatlas.org/ Human Cell Atlas] | |||
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The '''Human Cell Atlas''' is | The '''Human Cell Atlas''' (HCA) is an international collaborative research initiative aimed at creating comprehensive reference maps of all [[human cell]]s. This ambitious project seeks to understand the fundamental units of life by cataloging the diverse cell types in the human body, their properties, and their interactions. | ||
== Overview == | == Overview == | ||
The Human Cell Atlas project was launched in 2016 with the goal of mapping every cell type in the human body. By using advanced [[single-cell sequencing]] technologies, researchers involved in the HCA aim to provide a detailed understanding of cellular diversity, function, and organization. | |||
== Objectives == | |||
The primary objectives of the Human Cell Atlas include: | |||
== | * Creating a comprehensive reference map of all human cells. | ||
* Understanding the role of different cell types in [[health]] and [[disease]]. | |||
The | * Providing insights into [[developmental biology]] and [[tissue regeneration]]. | ||
* Facilitating the discovery of new [[therapeutic targets]] and [[biomarkers]]. | |||
== Methodology == | == Methodology == | ||
The HCA employs cutting-edge techniques such as [[single-cell RNA sequencing]] and [[mass cytometry]] to analyze individual cells. These methods allow researchers to capture the [[transcriptome]] and [[proteome]] of single cells, providing insights into their unique functions and interactions. | |||
The Human Cell Atlas | == Collaborations == | ||
The Human Cell Atlas is a collaborative effort involving scientists from around the world. It brings together experts in [[genomics]], [[bioinformatics]], [[cell biology]], and [[computational biology]] to work on this large-scale project. The HCA is supported by various funding agencies and research institutions, including the [[Wellcome Trust]] and the [[Chan Zuckerberg Initiative]]. | |||
== Impact == | == Impact == | ||
The data generated by the Human Cell Atlas is expected to have a profound impact on [[biomedical research]]. By providing a detailed map of human cells, the HCA will enhance our understanding of [[human physiology]] and [[pathology]]. It will also aid in the development of personalized medicine approaches by identifying specific cellular changes associated with diseases. | |||
The Human Cell Atlas | |||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Human Genome Project]] | * [[Human Genome Project]] | ||
* [[Single-cell analysis]] | |||
* [[Biological database]] | |||
== External links == | == External links == | ||
* [https://www.humancellatlas.org/ Official Human Cell Atlas website] | |||
{{Research projects}} | |||
{{Cell biology}} | |||
[[Category:Human biology]] | |||
[[Category:Genomics]] | [[Category:Genomics]] | ||
[[Category:Cell biology]] | [[Category:Cell biology]] | ||
[[Category: | [[Category:International research projects]] | ||
Latest revision as of 04:33, 29 December 2024
The Human Cell Atlas (HCA) is an international collaborative research initiative aimed at creating comprehensive reference maps of all human cells. This ambitious project seeks to understand the fundamental units of life by cataloging the diverse cell types in the human body, their properties, and their interactions.
Overview[edit]
The Human Cell Atlas project was launched in 2016 with the goal of mapping every cell type in the human body. By using advanced single-cell sequencing technologies, researchers involved in the HCA aim to provide a detailed understanding of cellular diversity, function, and organization.
Objectives[edit]
The primary objectives of the Human Cell Atlas include:
- Creating a comprehensive reference map of all human cells.
- Understanding the role of different cell types in health and disease.
- Providing insights into developmental biology and tissue regeneration.
- Facilitating the discovery of new therapeutic targets and biomarkers.
Methodology[edit]
The HCA employs cutting-edge techniques such as single-cell RNA sequencing and mass cytometry to analyze individual cells. These methods allow researchers to capture the transcriptome and proteome of single cells, providing insights into their unique functions and interactions.
Collaborations[edit]
The Human Cell Atlas is a collaborative effort involving scientists from around the world. It brings together experts in genomics, bioinformatics, cell biology, and computational biology to work on this large-scale project. The HCA is supported by various funding agencies and research institutions, including the Wellcome Trust and the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative.
Impact[edit]
The data generated by the Human Cell Atlas is expected to have a profound impact on biomedical research. By providing a detailed map of human cells, the HCA will enhance our understanding of human physiology and pathology. It will also aid in the development of personalized medicine approaches by identifying specific cellular changes associated with diseases.
See also[edit]
External links[edit]
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