Genomics: A Revolution in Health and Disease Discovery

Stewart, Whitney; Andersson, Hans C.

ISBN 10: 1541500563 ISBN 13: 9781541500563

Casa editrice: Twenty First Century Books, 2020

Riassunto

Over the past 50 years, scientists have made incredible progress in the application of genetic research to human health care and disease treatment. Innovative tools and techniques, including gene therapy and CRISPR-Cas9 editing, can treat inherited disorders that were previously untreatable, or prevent them from happening in the first place. You can take a DNA test to learn where your ancestors are from. Police officers can use genetic evidence to identify criminals—or innocents. And some doctors are using new medical techniques for unprecedented procedures.

Genomics: A Revolution in Health and Disease Discovery delves into the history, science, and ethics behind recent breakthroughs in genetic research. Authors Whitney Stewart and Hans Andersson, MD, present fascinating case studies that show how real people have benefitted from genetic research. Though the genome remains full of mysteries, researchers and doctors are working hard to uncover its secrets and find the best ways to treat patients and cure diseases. The discoveries to come will inform how we target disease treatment, how we understand our health, and how we define our very identities.

Dettagli dell'edizione

• Editore: Twenty First Century Books
• Data di pubblicazione: 2020
• Lingua: Inglese
• ISBN 10: 1541500563
• ISBN 13: 9781541500563
• Rilegatura: Rilegatura all'americana
• Numero di pagine: 144
• Contatto del produttore: non disponibile
• Persona responsabile: non disponibile