{"title":"Rina Bliss","description":"\u003cp\u003eRina Bliss explores the intricate intersections of biology, health, and society with a thoughtful and engaging approach. Her work delves into topics such as race, genetics, and wellness, offering readers a nuanced perspective on how science shapes our understanding of identity and health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBlending rigorous research with accessible language, her books appeal to those curious about the natural world and its impact on human experience. Expect insightful discussions that challenge assumptions and invite deeper reflection on the complexities of science and wellness.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"whats-real-about-race-by-rina-bliss-9781324123392","title":"What's Real about Race?","description":"\u003cp\u003eBiologically, race does not exist. Scientists have proven that human DNA is 99.9 percent identical. But we know that racism and its structural impacts shape our health, opportunities, and lives in profound ways. What is the true relationship between genetics and race? And how should we talk about identity in science and medicine? \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eWhat's Real About Race?\u003c\/em\u003e, sociologist Rina Bliss illuminates the truth about one of the most misunderstood, controversial concepts in our society and reveals why we cannot confuse race with genetic difference. Blending energizing prose with the latest in genetics research, this paradigm-shifting tour unmasks what's \u003cem\u003etruly\u003c\/em\u003e real about race: namely, racism's impact on our bodies and lives. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBliss traces the history of race, revealing how unscientific categories of identity-White, Black, Asian\/Pacific Islander, and American Indian\/Alaska Native-became the modern standard, and illuminates how the myth of biological races endures in science and society, warping our understanding of complex topics like intelligence, disease susceptibility, and behavior. Along the way, \u003cem\u003eWhat's Real About Race?\u003c\/em\u003e busts enduring myths about IQ, ancestry tests, behavioral racism, and more. In fascinating explorations of gene research, medicine, and social justice, Bliss argues for a new way forward. 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