[PDF] Dna Demystified eBook

Author : Alan McHughen
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 393 pages
File Size : 46,93 MB
Release : 2020
Category : DNA.
ISBN : 0190092963

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"DNA Demystified satisfies the public appetite for and curiosity about DNA and genetics ... [The author], an accomplished academic and public science advocate, brings the reader up-to-speed on what we know, what we don't, and where genetic technologies are taking us. The book begins with the basic groundwork and a brief history of DNA and genetics. Chapters then cover newsworthy topics, including DNA fingerprinting, using DNA in forensic analyses, and identifying cold-case criminals. For readers intrigued by at-home DNA tests, the text includes fascinating explorations of genetic genealogy and family tree construction--crucial for people seeking their biological ancestry. Other chapters describe genetic engineering in medicine and pharmaceuticals, and the use of those same technologies in creating the far more controversial GMOs in food and agriculture. Throughout, the book raises provocative ethical and privacy issues arising from DNA and genetic technologies"--

Author : Alan McHughen
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 49,76 MB
Release : 2020-05-19
Category : Science
ISBN : 0190092971

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"For all those who fear they cannot understand the science of DNA -- they will soon find that they can and it's fascinating." -- Matt Ridley, author of Genome: The Autobiography of a Species in 23 Chapters DNA, once the exclusive domain of scientists in research labs, is now the darling of popular and social media. With personal genetic testing kits in homes and GMO foods in stores, DNA is an increasingly familiar term. Unfortunately, what people know, or think they know, about DNA and genetics is often confused or incorrect. Contrary to popular belief, for instance, genes don't "skip a generation" and, no, human DNA is not "different" from DNA of other species. With popular misconceptions proliferating in the news and on the internet, how can anyone sort fact from fiction? DNA Demystified satisfies the public appetite for and curiosity about DNA and genetics. Alan McHughen, an accomplished academic and public science advocate, brings the reader up-to-speed on what we know, what we don't, and where genetic technologies are taking us. The book begins with the basic groundwork and a brief history of DNA and genetics. Chapters then cover newsworthy topics, including DNA fingerprinting, using DNA in forensic analyses, and identifying cold-case criminals. For readers intrigued by the proliferation of at-home DNA tests, the text includes fascinating explorations of genetic genealogy and family tree construction-crucial for people seeking their biological ancestry. Other chapters describe genetic engineering in medicine and pharmaceuticals, and the use of those same technologies in creating the far more controversial GMOs in food and agriculture. Throughout, the book raises provocative ethical and privacy issues arising from DNA and genetic technologies. With the author's comprehensive expertise, DNA Demystified offers an informal yet authoritative guide to the genetic marvel of DNA.

Author : Kishori Aird
Publisher : Magog, Québec : Kishori Institute
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 50,53 MB
Release : 2004
Category : DNA.
ISBN : 9782980744129

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Don't be fooled! If you're under the impression that the only way to access the genetic code is through science and technology, you're mistaken. Did you know that DNA possesses a vibratory, electromagnetic field that is sensitive to human intention? Did you know that the study of the human genome covers only 3% of all DNA and that scientists refer to the rest as superfluous or non-coded? Did you know that DNA contains not 2 but 13 strands and that these can be reconnected and activated? Did you know that, much like a computer, DNA possesses built-in programs, and that these can be modified? In her new book, DNA DEMYSTIFIED, A Practical Guide To Reprogramming The 13 Helixes At Zero Point, Kishori Aird unveils previously unpublished information on DNA and how it can be reprogrammed. More specifically, she explains how to install new programs or codes directly into the genes, and provides lists of instructions, referred to as "modification protocols." According to Kishori, functioning with all 13 DNA strands allows you to transcend a dualistic vision of reality in order to live "at zero point," that is, somewhere between the light and the shadow. At "zero point," one enjoys a non-linear perspective, developing compassion, understanding, abundance, humility, and self-esteem.

Author : Edward Willett
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
Page : 227 pages
File Size : 11,23 MB
Release : 2005-10-18
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 0071490515

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There’s no easier, faster, or more practical way to learn the really tough subjects Genetics Demystified offers an up-to-date, highly readable explanation of the basic principles of genetics, covering key topics such as human genetics, DNA, heredity, mutations, traits, chromosomes, and much more. This self-teaching guide comes complete with key points, background information, quizzes at the end of each chapter, and even a final exam. Simple enough for beginners but challenging enough for advanced students, this is a lively and entertaining brush-up, introductory text, or classroom supplement.

Author : Sharon Walker
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 16,50 MB
Release : 2006-01-05
Category : Science
ISBN : 0071490493

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This self-teaching guide explains the basic concepts and fundamentals in all the major subtopics of biotechnology. The content advances logically from the basics of molecular and cellular biology to more complex topics such as DNA, reproductive cloning, experimental procedures, infectious diseases, immunology, the Human Genome Project, new drug discoveries, and genetic disorders.

Author : Edward Willett
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 25,35 MB
Release : 2005-09-27
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0071459308

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There’s no easier, faster, or more practical way to learn the really tough subjects Genetics Demystified offers an up-to-date, highly readable explanation of the basic principles of genetics, covering key topics such as human genetics, DNA, heredity, mutations, traits, chromosomes, and much more. This self-teaching guide comes complete with key points, background information, quizzes at the end of each chapter, and even a final exam. Simple enough for beginners but challenging enough for advanced students, this is a lively and entertaining brush-up, introductory text, or classroom supplement.

Author : Sharon Walker
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
Page : 386 pages
File Size : 13,63 MB
Release : 2008-07-20
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 0071643486

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Learn BIOCHEMISTRY without stressing out your brain CELLS Trying to understand the chemical processes of living organisms but having trouble metabolizing the complex concepts? Here's your lifeline! Biochemistry Demystified helps synthesize your understanding of this important topic. You'll start with a review of basic chemical concepts and a look at cell structures and cell division. Next, you'll study carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, nucleic acids, nucleotides, and enzymes. Glycolysis, the citric acid cycle, oxidative phosphorylation, and the control of chemical processes round out the coverage. Hundreds of examples and illustrations make it easy to understand the material, and end-of-chapter questions and a final exam help reinforce learning. This fast and easy guide offers: Numerous figures to illustrate key concepts Details on DNA and RNA Coverage of hormones and neurotransmitters A chapter on analytical techniques and bioinformatics A time-saving approach to performing better on an exam or at work Simple enough for a beginner, but challenging enough for an advanced student, Biochemistry Demystified is your key to mastering this vital life sciences subject.

Author : Daniel Goldfarb
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 10,13 MB
Release : 2010-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 0071633650

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Learn BIOPHYSICS without expending a lot of ENERGY! Interested in unraveling the physics of living things? Here's your starting point. Biophysics Demystified is the fast and easy way to understand this fascinating topic. Written in a step-by-step format, this practical guide begins with an introduction to the science of biophysics, covering biophysical techniques and applications. Next, you'll learn the principles of physics, biology, and chemistry required to understand biophysics, including free energy, entropy, and statistical mechanics. Biomolecules and the forces that influence their structure and conformation are also covered, as are protein, nucleic acid, and membrane biophysics. Detailed examples and concise explanations make it easy to understand the material, and end-of-chapter quizzes and a final exam help reinforce key concepts. It's a no-brainer! You'll get: Molecular, subcellular, physiological, anatomical, and environmental biophysics The laws of thermodynamics as they apply to biophysical systems Forces affecting conformation in biological molecules The composition and structure of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids The fluid mosaic model Simple enough for a beginner, but challenging enough for an advanced student, Biophysics Demystified makes this interdisciplinary subject easy to master.

Author : David Fisher
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 28,65 MB
Release : 2006-09-18
Category : Science
ISBN : 0071490507

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There’s no easier, faster, or more practical way to learn the really tough subjects Forensics Demystified explains forensic science in a logical progression from evidence collection through analysis and finally to the scientist actually testifying in court. This self-teaching guide comes complete with key points, background information, quizzes at the end of each chapter, and even a final exam. Simple enough for beginners but challenging enough for advanced students, this is a lively and entertaining brush-up, introductory text, or classroom supplement.