The Thread of Life

The Story of Genes and Genetic Engineering

Häftad, Engelska, 1998

Av Susan Aldridge, London) Aldridge, Susan (Clinical Sciences Centre, Aldridge

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Susan Aldridge gives an accessible guide to the world of DNA and also explores the applications of genetic engineering in biotechnology. She takes the reader, step by step, through the fascinating study of molecular biology. Aldridge also looks at the wider world of biotechnology and how genetic engineering can be applied to such problems as producing vegetarian cheese or cleaning up the environment. Although easy to read, this book does not avoid the science and provides a stimulating introduction to this enigmatic part of nature.

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Utgivningsdatum1998-03-05
Mått139 x 216 x 20 mm
Vikt320 g
FormatHäftad
SpråkEngelska
SerieCanto
Antal sidor272
FörlagCambridge University Press
ISBN9780521625098

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Preface; Acknowledgements; Illustration credits; Part I. What is DNA?: 1. DNA is life's blueprint; 2. DNA in action; 3. A close up of the genome; 4. Where did DNA come from?; Part II. Engineering Genes: 5. Genetic engineering; 6. Creating new life forms; 7. Genes – the human angle; 8. New genes for old; Part III. Biotechnology: 9. The wide world of biotechnology; 10. Plant power; 11. Environmental solutions; Part IV. The Final Frontier: 12. Beyond DNA; Further reading; Index.