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In 1999, Celera Genomics Group wanted to complete the human genome sequence. The company developed a novel method it called whole genome shotgun (WGS) sequencing; researchers believed it would revolutionize the process of sequencing. Moreover, the company had also just opened up a new facility, with 300 brand-new, out-of-the-box automated DNA sequencers, plus a crew of 50 to staff them. Yet instead of hitting the ground running, Celera decided to sequence a simpler genome, thereby simultaneously achieving...
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