genetics

Examines genetic engineering, explores the field of molecular biology, discusses DNA and its importance to genetic engineering, and looks at the field of biotechnology and how genetic engineering can be applied to such problems as producing vegetarian cheese or cleaning up the environment.

Relates the history of genetics through characterization of scientists such as Charles Darwin, Francis Galton, Hugo de Vries, and Nobel Prize-winner Hermann J. Muller, elucidating their work and how competition with each other leads to unique experiments and groundbreaking discoveries.

Offers a brief introduction to genetics, providing coverage of key terms and ideas, expert tips, and review questions and practice tests.

Presents a comprehensive weight loss program that identifies six individual gene-based phenotypes and a personal nutrition plan that satisfies both physical and emotional needs including menu plans, caloric intake, supplements, and optimum fat-protein-carb balance.

Tells the story of Augustinian friar, Gregor Mendel, and his work and experiments in the field of genetics.

Chronicles the life of explorer, inventor, meteorologist, psychologist, and anthropologist Francis Galton, focusing on his contributions to diverse fields and his efforts to improve the scientific field.

Presents a guide to understanding genetics, explaining what genes are, their role in the human body, genetic disorders, genetically modified plants, genetic testing, the applications of gene technology for humans, and other topics.

Examines the potential ethical consequences of human genetic engineering, arguing that limits must be set or human life will lose its meaning.

A biography of Nobel Prize-winning scientist James Watson, examining his life and accomplishments since his 1953 discovery of the double helix, and providing insights into the people and issues involved in the quest to identify the structure of DNA.