dna

Examines the events and circumstances leading to the discovery of DNA and the impact of this discovery on the scientific and medical communities.

The traits we inherit from our parents and pass on to our offspring are encoded in our genes and DNA and reveal much about both our origins and our future. This volume examines the fascinating biology behind genetics and genetic disorders.

"Describes the technology used by forensic scientists to gather and analyze evidence from crime scenes"--Provided by publisher.

Examines how forensic scientists gather and use DNA and body evidence to investigate crimes and presents related case studies as well as key facts.

Scientist J. Craig Venter recounts his involvement in the mapping of the human genome, discussing how his training and interest in science and medicine helped prepare him for the daunting task, how his research consumed his life, and how his discoveries impacted his views on life and evolution.

Explores the latest research into DNA and what it has revealed about how species adapt and change, discussing what researchers are learning about DNA and its ability to shape the human race and what these new findings mean for the future of science, medicine, and humanity.

Presents an introduction to forensic science, explaining how genetic material called DNA is used to unlock information that can not otherwise be recovered in solving crimes and other mysteries.

A biography of James Watson, one of the scientists who helped discover the structure of DNA, the carrier of heredity in higher organisms.

Two museum mice presents an illustrated science book about human origins and evolution and the development of language, music, art, and the use of tools.