dna

"When two strangers are linked by a mail-in DNA test, it's an answered prayer--that is, for one half-sister. For the other, it will dismantle everything she knows to be true."--.

"... readers will learn about types of biohacking, from body implants to DNA manipulation. They will learn the stories of the scientists and engineers who have experimented with hacking their own bodies, pushing the envelope of what makes humans human"--Back cover.

Follows the adventures of Max Axiom as he explains the science behind genes.

Readers will learn about squishy science experiments.

Readers will discover what it means to survive and heal from nonconsensual acts, how to access survivor-specific resources, and how to dispel prevalent myths.

Discusses the gene editing technique CRISPR; its potential to eliminate disease, to improve the stability of our food supply, and to manage the conservation efforts for threatened animals; and the unknown future consequences of using this technology.

Describes the life and career of Rosalind Franklin, a British molecular biologist who played a vital role in the discovery of the structure of DNA.

Students will learn about the difference between prokaryotes and eukaryotes, the organelles that support a cell's functions, and the history of cell research from its discovery to current debates about the use of stem cells.

Readers will explore the early discoveries of the first biochemists and trace these developments and their impact to the latest advancements in and applications of biochemistry, ultimately leading to a deeper understanding of life on Earth.

This volume delves into the structure, function, and interrelationships of these components of life. Sidebars on chemists, molecular biologists, and researchers link the biochemical discoveries of the past with the latest scientific advancements and their applications in health and medicine.