Epigenetics: The Ultimate Mystery of Inheritance
- Synopsis
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A writer with a PhD in neurobiology explains why "identical" twins can have different risks for health problems, how the effects of famine can be inherited across generations, and the dynamics of the breeding of hybrid animals. Francis presents an interesting, accessible introduction to epigenetics, a new field that studies how the environment (prenatal, social, and chemical stressors) can have long-term physiological and behavioral effects through regulating genes. He explains how this process offers promise for understanding development and obesity, and treating cancer. Annotation ©2011 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
- Copyright:
- 2011
Book Details
- Book Quality:
- Excellent
- Book Size:
- 234 Pages
- ISBN-13:
- 9780393070057
- Publisher:
- W. W. Norton & Company, Incorporated
- Date of Addition:
- 12/12/11
- Copyrighted By:
- Richard C. Francis
- Adult content:
- No
- Language:
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English
- Has Image Descriptions:
- No
- Categories:
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Nonfiction,
Science
- Submitted By:
- Kari G
- Proofread By:
- Tomoko Miles
- Usage Restrictions:
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This is a copyrighted book.