Loren Graham

Lysenko's Ghost: Epigenetics and Russia

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ISBN 13:
9780674089051
author:
Loren Graham
format:
HardBack
publisher:
Harvard University Press
language:
English
Publication Year:
2016
Pages:
224
Dimensions:
14.7 x 2 x 21.8 cm
Genre:
Science & Nature, Mathematics, Education, Loren Graham,Lysenko's Ghost: Epigenetics and Russia,Harvard University Press,0674089057,Science & Mathematics: Textbooks & Study Guides,Science,Science/Mathematics,Epigenetics - Russia (Federation),Lysenko,
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Lysenko's Ghost: Epigenetics and Russia The legacy of Soviet agronomist Trofim Lysenko continues to be debated in scientific circles. In 1930s, Lysenko proposed a theory of nutrients to explain plant development, which was later discredited. However, recent discoveries in epigenetics have led some scientists to re-examine his ideas. This book examines the arguments for and against Lysenko's theories, with a particular focus on Russia where political currents play a significant role in shaping scientific debates. Lysenko's approach to heredity, which emphasized the inheritance of acquired characteristics, has been met with skepticism by many in the West. However, some biologists argue that epigenetic transgenerational inheritance may provide evidence for his claims. The author, Loren Graham, delves into these arguments and explores how they are perceived in Russia. By reopening the case against Lysenko, Graham provides a nuanced understanding of the complex issues surrounding this figure's legacy. This book offers a thought-provoking examination of the intersection of science, politics, and history in Soviet Russia.

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