Genetics For Dummies

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  • Engels
  • Paperback
  • 9781394210190
  • 14 december 2023
  • 400 pagina's
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Basics and breakthroughs, clearly explained

DNA, RNA, ACGT—no wonder they call it genetic code. Genetics For Dummies helps you crack that code, explaining the basics of gene science in terms anyone can understand. You’ll start at the beginning, with a crash course on genes and their expression, and then you’ll graduate to genetic disorders, whole-genome sequencing, genetic engineering, and other fun stuff. Perfect as a supplement to your college genetics course and a fun read all on its own, this Dummies guide shines a light on the fascinating field of genetics.

Inside…

  • Basic review of cell biology
  • Mendel’s laws of inheritance
  • Replication and transcription
  • DNA-related disorders
  • Genetic counseling and testing
  • Ethics of genetic modification
  • Recent scientific breakthroughs
  • Pathways to a career in genetics


Evolve your knowledge of the fast-moving world of genetic research

Genetics For Dummies shines a light on the fascinating field of genetics, helping you gain a greater understanding of how genetics factors into everyday life. Perfect as a supplement to a genetics course or as an intro for the curious, this book is packed with easy-to-understand explanations of the key concepts, including an overview of cell biology. You’ll also find tons of coverage of recent discoveries in the field, plus info on how genetics can affect your health and wellbeing. Whole-genome sequencing, genetic disease treatments, exploring your ancestry, non-invasive prenatal testing—it’s all here, in the friendly and relatable Dummies style you love.

  • Grasp the basics of cell biology and get a primer on the field of genetic research
  • Discover what you can learn about yourself, thanks to advances in genetic testing
  • Learn how your genes influence your health and wellbeing, today and as you age
  • Follow along with your college-level genetics course—or refresh your knowledge—with clear explanations of complex ideas

Genetics For Dummies is great for students of the biological sciences, and for the genetically curious everywhere.

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14 december 2023
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Rene Fester Kratz
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Lisa Spock
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