M.D. Here are a selection of websites that deal with aspects of the Human Genome Project.
Some sites have many links, many get into the technical aspect of the genes and the genetics.
Others deal with practical issues about support for rare diseases. This is a good starting point to see what is out there, and what is going on. Lots to check out, but much is technical. Finding simple or straight-forward descriptions are not on page one. Very good integration makes this one of the better sites for information about the Human Genome Projects and related biotechnology information.