Roxanne Khamsi
Beyond Inheritance : Our Ever-Mutating Cells and a New Understanding of Health
- ISBN 13:
- 9780593541913
- author:
- Roxanne Khamsi
- format:
- Hardcover
- publisher:
- Penguin Publishing Group
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2026
- Pages:
- 304
- Dimensions:
- 0.8 in x 9 in x 6 in
- Genre:
- 261186
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Our cells are not static entities, but dynamic landscapes of mutation, shaped by the forces of evolution. In "Beyond Inheritance", science writer Roxanne Khamsi reveals how the genetic makeup of our bodies changes over time, with profound implications for our health. As our immune systems adapt to new threats, DNA remixing enables the creation of more effective antibodies, while mutant cells can outcompete their normal counterparts, increasing the risk of certain diseases. This groundbreaking book introduces readers to the scientists harnessing our growing understanding of mutation to design better vaccines, treat rare diseases, and outsmart cancer. By shedding light on the immense genetic diversity within each human, Khamsi opens up new possibilities for medicine.
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