Molecular Life: The Amazing Genetics

Author: (German) Eberhard-Metzger C. Meiyu
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Publishing Date: 2001-08-01
Features: This series aims to be a guide in the vast ocean of knowledge, leading us through the most important fields of natural science and technological research. The writing is clear and accessible, focusing on fundamental and key knowledge and theories, and deliberately omitting complex details throughout. The series is written by outstanding popular science writers who are dedicated to explaining complex and profound scientific content in an easy-to-understand manner. The book covers perhaps the most controversial research direction in natural science: deciphering the smallest components of life. From Gregor Mendel's famous pea experiments in the mid-19th century to modern genetics, the author presents this long development path to readers in an accessible way. Humanity must use genetics responsibly to prove that it brings us happiness rather than disaster.