DNA sequencing technologies are advancing at breakneck speed, and science can now sequence for $60,000 what took $300 million seven years ago. Looming around the corner is the $1,000 genome, but are we ready? This panel will examine the technologies that promise to enable the economical sequencing of an entire human genome. In addition, thought leaders will discuss how new sequencing technologies broaden the utility of genetic information in healthcare and enable advances that will revolutionize medicine. Finally, bioethical thought leaders will highlight the potential downfalls for a society that can realistically sequence the entire genome of every person.

• Outline how science will reach the $1,000 genome by discussing the basics of next generation sequencing technology
• Describe advances in technologies that will bring science closer to the $1,000 genome
• Highlight the ethical implications surrounding the ability to learn an entire population's genetic makeup