Nessa Carey

The Epigenetics Revolution: How Modern Biology is Rewriting Our Understanding of Genetics, Disease and Inheritance

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ISBN 13:
9781848313477
author:
Nessa Carey
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Icon Books
language:
English
Publication Year:
2012
Pages:
320
Dimensions:
19.6 x 12.8 x 2.2 cm
Genre:
Health, Family & Lifestyle
Condition:
New
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Item usually sent within 7 working days
£11.32

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The Epigenetics Revolution: How Modern Biology is reframing Our Understanding of Genetics, Disease and Inheritance by Nessa Carey. In recent years, genetics has made significant progress, with the Human Genome Project completing its ambitious task. However, despite this achievement, many questions about life on Earth remain unanswered. The human body contains cells with identical DNA, yet we do not see identical results in their development. This is where epigenetics comes into play - a rapidly evolving field that seeks to understand how our genes are expressed and interpreted. Epigenetics reveals the intricate mechanisms behind phenomena such as queen bee colonies, tortoiseshell cat genetics, and plant flowering patterns. It also sheds light on why we age, develop diseases, and become addicted to drugs. By exploring these diverse topics, Carey provides a comprehensive overview of this exciting field and its potential applications for humanity. The Epigenetics Revolution offers a fascinating glimpse into the latest advances in biology, highlighting the complex interactions between genes, environment, and our overall health.

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