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Synopsis
With genetics and genetic engineering receiving almost daily coverage in the media, this book is an introduction for general readers who wish to know more about a science that is changing our world. Starting with the history of genetics, from primitive breeding programmes to Mendel's Law, and moving on to a full explanation of genetics and its role in our future, this is a comprehensive survey of genetics past, present and future.
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About the Authors
Burton Guttman is a Professor of Biology at The Evergreen State College, Washington, USA.
David Suzuki is Professor Emeritus at the University of British Columbia, Canada.
Tara Cullis taught at Harvard University for five years, and is an expert on science and social issues.
Anthony Griffiths is Professor of Botany at the University of British Columbia, Canada.
From the Back Cover
•What do our genes actually do?
•What are the risks and benefits of genetically modifying plants and animals?
•How can gene therapy cure disease?
Answering all the key questions, addressing all the major issues, this is an indispensable introduction to the science that is changing our world. Outlining the way in which our genetic structure works, it provides all the information necessary for readers to form their own opinions on such important topics as gene therapy, genetic engineering, and genetically modified foods. Accessibly written, but based on expert knowledge and contemporary research, this book offers a step-by-step guide to the subject of genetics, covering:
•Mendel’s Laws and their implications
•The function of genes
•The structure of DNA
•The human genome and DNA manipulation
Illustrations and diagrams make concepts easy to follow, which a useful glossary explains all the key terms and ideas. For those wishing to join the debates that will decide our future, this Beginner’s Guide to Genetics will prove a timely and authoritative handbook
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