Human Genetics: The Basics
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Human Genetics: The Basics
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Human genetics has blossomed from an obscure biological science and explanation for rare disorders to a field that is profoundly altering health care for everyone. This thoroughly updated new edition of Human Genetics: The Basics provides a concise background of gene structure and function through the lens of real examples, from families living with inherited diseases to population-wide efforts in which millions of average people are learning about their genetic selves.
The book raises compelling issues concerning:
- The role of genes in maintaining health and explaining sickness
- Genetic testing, gene therapy, and genome editing
- The common ancestry of all humanity and how we are affecting our future.
Written in an engaging, narrative manner, this concise introduction is an ideal starting point for anyone who wants to know more about genes, DNA, genomes, and the genetic ties that bind us all.
Series: The Basics
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INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781138668003
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 06 December 2016
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: CRC Press
Edition: 2nd edition
Illustration: 21 Tables, black and white
Audience: Tertiary education
DIMENSIONS
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 540g
Pages: 192
About the Author
Ricki Lewis is Adjunct Professor of Medical Education at Alden March Bioethics Institute, Albany Medical Center, US. She has a PhD in Genetics, writes the DNA Science blog at the Public Library of Science, is a genetic counsellor, and is the author of several popular titles.
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