Human Genetics and Eugenics

Author: Ding Xianping
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Publish Date: 2005-01-01
Features: With the deepening of the "Family Planning and Healthy Birth" program, most domestic universities have now offered "Human Genetics" or related courses upon graduation. However, there is currently no to accompany these courses. To meet the needs of higher education teaching, enabling students from both biological and non-biological disciplines to systematically learn and master undergraduate knowledge, experts from the Institute of Genetic Medicine at the School of Life Sciences, Sichuan University, were invited to compile this book, which was reviewed by Professor Li Chonggao of the China Association for Healthy Birth. The book consists of 12 chapters, primarily introducing the fundamental knowledge, basic principles, and research methods of human genetics and eugenics. It focuses on the embryological foundation of human genetics, the molecular and cellular basis of human genetics, the relationship between human genetic diseases and eugenics, genetic issues in human generations and development, the inheritance of human traits and behaviors, and the impact of harmful substances in the environment on human genetics and eugenics. Additionally, the book comprehensively elaborates on birth defect intervention, the human genome and the genome project, and the diagnostic key points of common genetic diseases and congenital malformations. It also provides detailed explanations of common experimental diagnostic techniques in human genetics and eugenics. The book emphasizes scientific rigor, practicality,, and novelty, with vivid and accessible language, aiming to help readers gain a systematic and comprehensive understanding of the fundamental theories and knowledge of human genetics and eugenics through a smooth and enjoyable reading experience. This book can serve as a textbook for undergraduate students and continuing education courses, as well as a reference for medical professionals seeking a systematic understanding of human genetics and eugenics.