Genetics in 30 Seconds
Author: Джонатан Вайцман, Мэтью Вайцман
Printhouse: Ripol-klassik
Series: Learn in 30 Seconds
Age restrictions: 12+
Year of publication: 2018
ISBN: 9785386104832
Number of pages: 160
Size: 236х186х15 mm
Cover type: hard
Weight: 560 g
ID: 209351
What is DNA, and what role do genes play in determining who we are? What are the mechanisms of gene therapy? The past century has witnessed great achievements in the field of understanding genetics. This book explains everything you need to know - from the very basics to the latest technological innovations.
The book "Genetics in 30 Seconds" introduces the reader to the most outstanding discoveries made in this field - from the fundamental principles of cell biology to the incredible achievements of recent years in DNA sequencing and genome editing. Achievements in stem cell therapy, animal cloning, genetically tailored treatment methods, and genetically modified crops have been widely covered, but have you ever wondered how these technologies work and what they really mean for our future? Dividing the code into 50 parts, experts have decoded the key terms and concepts for us on two pages, using no more than 300 words and one image. A sequence of beautiful illustrations combined with a glossary of terms and biographies of key figures is your shortest path to becoming a genetics genius.