Human Genetics: The Basics - Couverture souple

Lewis, Ricki

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 113866801X ISBN 13 : 9781138668010

Editeur : Routledge, 2016

Synopsis

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.

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

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.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Routledge
• Date d'édition: 2016
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 113866801X
• ISBN 13: 9781138668010
• Reliure: Broché
• Numéro d'édition: 2
• Nombre de pages: 206
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible