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OverviewWhy Do Genetics Matter to You? The must-read summary of The Gene: An Intimate History by Siddhartha Mukherjee. This complete summary of Siddhartha Mukherjee's book chronicles the fascinating history of discovery in classical genetics, molecular genetics, genetic engineering, and the human genome project. It shows: * How our genes and the environment define our identities and personalities. * How genetic engineering technologies can be used to manufacture drugs safely. * How genetic diagnosis and gene therapies can be used to treat complex genetic diseases. Genetics is at the frontiers of science today, and its impact is often misunderstood. The public is often misled by science fiction and remains largely in the dark as to the actual consequences of advances in the biotechnology and genetic engineering industries. Studying genetics can help you understand the economic, social, and ethical implications of these technologies. Read this summary to understand the key concepts of genetics and the economic, social, and ethical implications of the genetic engineering technologies. This guide includes: * Book Summary-helps you understand the key concepts. * Online Videos-cover the concepts in more depth. Value-added from this guide: * Save time * Understand key concepts * Expand your knowledge Tags: Genes; genetics; genome; human genome; fruit flies; epigenetics; social behavior; sexual orientation; homosexual; genetic engineering; genentech; race; intelligence; gene sequencing; recombinant DNA; DNA; RNA; sexual identity; gender identity; hormone; genetic defects; chemotherapy; genetic therapy; genetic diagnosis; embryogenesis; mendel;darwin; heredity; molecule; chromosomes; genetic mapping; evolution; eugenics; newgenics; neo-eugenics; mutation; transformation; biology; molecular genetics; classical genetics; genotype; phenotype; environment; double helix; sickle cell anemia; replication; genetic code;clone; cloning; transgenic; cancer;breast cancer; leukemia; genetic diseases; central dogma; alzheimer's disease; huntington's disease; down syndrome Full Product DetailsAuthor: Lee TangPublisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform Imprint: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform Volume: 2 Dimensions: Width: 15.20cm , Height: 0.40cm , Length: 22.90cm Weight: 0.122kg ISBN: 9781542816212ISBN 10: 1542816211 Pages: 84 Publication Date: 31 January 2017 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationLee Tang is a retired executive of a major global insurance company. Prior to his retirement, he has worked as an actuary, a risk officer and a chief financial officer for several major insurance organizations in the United States, Canada, and Taiwan. To learn more about Lee and his work, visit his website and blog at https: //lmtpress.wordpress.com. You can reach him by email at leetang888@gmail.com Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |