Description
Book SynopsisCovers various aspects of contemporary biology including gene therapy, the Human Genome Project, DNA testing, and genetic engineering, and fundamental concepts. This book discusses classical and molecular genetics, quantitative and population genetics including cloning and genetic diseases, and the many applications of genetics to the world.
Trade ReviewThe book covers much of the material in a high school textbook...but Omoto and Lurquin write in a way that makes things relevan to any interested adult. I think this is an excellent book that will be of great value in any public library collection...also in university and college libraries. -- Margaret Henderson E-Stream Very useful introduction to genes and genetic applications...Recommended. General readers. -- P. M. Watt Choice As a society we are asked to make informed decisions on complex issues such as stem cell research and the labeling of our food based on its level of genetic modification. We have a lot of homework to do, and this book is a good start. -- Stephen Jones Washington State Magazine
Table of ContentsPreface: Why Is Genetics Important? 1. What Are Genes? Try This at Home: Extract DNA from Vegetables in Your Kitchen 2. Inheritance of Single-Gene Traits 3. Mendelian Traits in Humans Try This at Home: Pedigree Game 4. From Genes to Phenotype Try This at Home: DNA Replication, Transcription, and Translation Game 5. Using Bacteria as Protein Factories 6. Genetically Modified Plants 7. When Things Go Wrong 8. Mutagens, Teratogens, and Human Reproduction 9. Linkage and Mapping: Gene Discovery Try This at Home: Independent Assortment of Chromosomes and the Making of a Unique Individual Try This at Home: Explore Genetics Databases 10. Genetics of Populations and Genetic Testing 11. Survival of the Fittest? Try This at Home: Demonstrations of the Effects of Small Population Size 12. Nature Versus Nurture 13. Genetically Modified Animals and the Applications of Gene Technology for Humans Appendix A. Internet Resources Appendix B. Glossary of Scientific Names of Organisms Appendix C. Glossary of Human Genetic Diseases Appendix D. Glossary of Terms
