How to Grow a Human
Reprogramming Cells and Redesigning Life
Häftad, Engelska, 2020
Av Philip Ball
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Produktinformation
- Utgivningsdatum2020-04-30
- Mått129 x 198 x 29 mm
- Vikt340 g
- FormatHäftad
- SpråkEngelska
- Antal sidor384
- FörlagHarperCollins Publishers
- ISBN9780008331818
- MiljömärkningProduced using independently certified paper to ensure responsible forestry management. (Certification is by FSC, PEFC or SFI.) Produced in the UK using 100% renewable electricity.