Facts about Baylor HGSC

History

The Human Genome Sequencing Center (BCM-HGSC) was established in 1996 when the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) designated Baylor College of Medicine as one of six pilot programs for the final phase of the Human Genome Project. In 1999, the Center was selected as one of three sites from the pilot program chosen to complete the final phase of the Human Genome Project.

Today

The HGSC employs more than 200 staff, occupies more than 36,000 square feet, and operates 77 sequencing machines 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The BCM-HGSC is located on the 14th, 15th, and 16th floors of the Margaret M. and Albert B. Alkek Building.