Human Genome - Frontiers of Science

Author: Jeremy Cherfas
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Publish Date: 2003-11-01
Features: In the nucleus of every human cell, there exists the human genome, which contains the complete information code for humans. The first deciphering and publication of the human genome sequence were hailed as the most outstanding achievement in the scientific community. But what exactly can these genomes tell us? In this fascinating little book, Jeremy Cherfas vividly describes the process of genetic research, from Mendel's pea experiments to the deciphering of the genome code, and explores the potential impact of this discovery on fields such as medicine. The "Frontiers of Science" series combines vivid illustrations with professional yet accessible text, more clearly explaining today's most important scientific topics than ever before.