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Genetics For Dummies

4. Aufl.

von: Rene Fester Kratz, Lisa Spock
17,99 €
Verlag:	Wiley
Format:	EPUB
Veröffentl.:	22.11.2023
ISBN/EAN:	9781394210206
Sprache:	englisch
Anzahl Seiten:	416

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Evolve your knowledge of the fast-moving world of genetic research Genetics For Dummies shines a light on the fascinating field of genetics, helping you gain a greater understanding of how genetics factors into everyday life. Perfect as a supplement to a genetics course or as an intro for the curious, this book is packed with easy-to-understand explanations of the key concepts, including an overview of cell biology. You’ll also find tons of coverage of recent discoveries in the field, plus info on how genetics can affect your health and wellbeing. Whole-genome sequencing, genetic disease treatments, exploring your ancestry, non-invasive prenatal testing—it’s all here, in the friendly and relatable Dummies style you love. <ul> <li>Grasp the basics of cell biology and get a primer on the field of genetic research</li> <li>Discover what you can learn about yourself, thanks to advances in genetic testing</li> <li>Learn how your genes influence your health and wellbeing, today and as you age</li> <li>Follow along with your college-level genetics course—or refresh your knowledge—with clear explanations of complex ideas</li></ul>Genetics For Dummies is great for students of the biological sciences, and for the genetically curious everywhere.

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Introduction 1 Part 1: The Lowdown on Genetics: Just the Basics 5 Chapter 1: Welcome to Genetics: Just About Everyone Loves a Good Pair of Genes 7 Chapter 2: Basic Cell Biology. 13 Chapter 3: Visualize Peas: Discovering the Laws of Inheritance 35 Chapter 4: Law Enforcement: Mendel’s Laws Applied to Complex Traits. 55 Part 2: DNA: The Genetic Material 73 Chapter 5: DNA: The Pattern for Life 75 Chapter 6: Chromosomes: The Big Picture 91 Chapter 7: Replication: A Copy Machine for DNA 105 Chapter 8: Transcription: Getting Instructions from DNA 125 Chapter 9: Translating the Genetic Code 141 Chapter 10: Gene Expression: Finding the Right Tool for the Job 157 Part 3: Genetics and Your Health 173 Chapter 11: What Could Go Wrong: Changes in DNA Sequence 175 Chapter 12: Chromosome Disorders: It’s All a Numbers Game 193 Chapter 13: Taking a Closer Look at the Genetics of Cancer 211 Chapter 14: Genetic Counseling, Risk Assessment, and Genetic Testing 229 Chapter 15: Treating Genetic Disorders and Using Genetics to Tailor Treatment 249 Part 4: Genetics and Your World 263 Chapter 16: Tracing Human History and the Future of Populations 265 Chapter 17: Solving Mysteries Using DNA 283 Chapter 18: DNA Sequencing: Decoding the Genome 305 Chapter 19: Genetic Makeovers: Using Genetic Engineering to Change the Genome 319 Chapter 20: Giving Ethical Considerations Their Due 339 Part 5: The Part of Tens 353 Chapter 21: Ten Hot Issues in Genetics 355 Chapter 22: Ten Pathways to a Career in Genetics 365 Index 371

Autorenportrait

René Fester Kratz, PhD, teaches cell biology and microbiology at Everett Community College. Kratz is the author of Molecular & Cell Biology For Dummies, Biology For Dummies, and Biology Essentials For Dummies. Lisa J. Spock, PhD, CGC, is a clinical genomics specialist. Previously, she was a genetic counselor at Indiana University School of Medicine.

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Basics and breakthroughs, clearly explained DNA, RNA, ACGT—no wonder they call it genetic code. Genetics For Dummies helps you crack that code, explaining the basics of gene science in terms anyone can understand. You’ll start at the beginning, with a crash course on genes and their expression, and then you’ll graduate to genetic disorders, whole-genome sequencing, genetic engineering, and other fun stuff. Perfect as a supplement to your college genetics course and a fun read all on its own, this Dummies guide shines a light on the fascinating field of genetics. Inside… <ul><li> Basic review of cell biology</li> <li> Mendel’s laws of inheritance</li> <li> Replication and transcription</li> <li> DNA-related disorders</li> <li> Genetic counseling and testing</li> <li> Ethics of genetic modification</li> <li> Recent scientific breakthroughs</li> <li> Pathways to a career in genetics</li></ul>