Genome

The Story of the Most Astonishing Scientific Adventure of Our Time—the Attempt to Map All the Genes in the Human Body

Nonfiction, Science & Nature, Science, Biological Sciences, Genetics, Evolution, Other Sciences, Philosophy & Social Aspects
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Author: Jerry E. Bishop, Michael Waldholz ISBN: 9781497607538
Publisher: Open Road Media Publication: July 29, 2014
Imprint: Open Road Media Language: English
Author: Jerry E. Bishop, Michael Waldholz
ISBN: 9781497607538
Publisher: Open Road Media
Publication: July 29, 2014
Imprint: Open Road Media
Language: English

An “invaluable [and] highly readable” account of the quest to map our DNA, the blueprint for life—and what it means for our future ( The Philadelphia Inquirer).

Genome tells the story of the most ambitious scientific adventure of our time. By gradually isolating and identifying all the genes in the human body—the blueprint for life—scientists are closing in on the ability to effectively treat and prevent nearly every disease that strikes man, from muscular dystrophy, diabetes, and cancer to heart ailments, alcoholism, and even mental illness.
 
Such discoveries will change the course of human life. At the same time, they raise profound ethical questions that have tremendous implications: Can insurance companies demand genetic tests to determine who poses a health risk? Should parents be able to choose their baby’s sex or eye color? Will employers screen out potential employees who are genetically susceptible to occupational health problems?
 
An exciting true tale of discovery that is revolutionizing our world, Genome helps us understand our future.

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An “invaluable [and] highly readable” account of the quest to map our DNA, the blueprint for life—and what it means for our future ( The Philadelphia Inquirer).

Genome tells the story of the most ambitious scientific adventure of our time. By gradually isolating and identifying all the genes in the human body—the blueprint for life—scientists are closing in on the ability to effectively treat and prevent nearly every disease that strikes man, from muscular dystrophy, diabetes, and cancer to heart ailments, alcoholism, and even mental illness.
 
Such discoveries will change the course of human life. At the same time, they raise profound ethical questions that have tremendous implications: Can insurance companies demand genetic tests to determine who poses a health risk? Should parents be able to choose their baby’s sex or eye color? Will employers screen out potential employees who are genetically susceptible to occupational health problems?
 
An exciting true tale of discovery that is revolutionizing our world, Genome helps us understand our future.

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