Summaries of books by Nessa Carey:
The Epigenetics Revolution
How Modern Biology Is Rewriting Our Understanding of Genetics, Disease, and Inheritance
Nessa Carey
The book explores the field of epigenetics, detailing how gene expression is influenced by external factors without altering the DNA sequence itself. It discusses the implications of these mechanisms for understanding genetics, disease, and heredity, and how they challenge traditional views on biological inheritance.
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Hacking the Code of Life
How gene editing will rewrite our futures
Nessa Carey
The book explores the revolutionary field of gene editing, particularly focusing on the CRISPR-Cas9 technology, its potential to transform medicine, agriculture, and the environment. It discusses the ethical implications, possible future applications, and the challenges that come with manipulating the very code of life.
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