genetics

When twelve-year-old Onyeka discovers that she has psychokinetic powers, her mother reveals that she is Solari, part of a secret group of Nigerian mutants that trains at the Academy of the Sun.

"While struggling with her new role as Matriarch, Voya has a vision of a terrifying, deadly future, and with a newfound sense of purpose, she vows to do whatever it takes to bring her shattered community together and prevent the destruction of them all"--OCLC.

Explores the foundations of human biology: structure, genetics, and diseases.

"The recent developments in the revolution in modern genetics represents one of the most amazing expansions of knowledge in the history of science. Incredible advances such as the mapping of the human genome are continuing to unlock the mysteries of heredity. This title gives students the power to understand the essential topic of biology by starting with the basics"--Provided by publisher.

"This book explores the history and facts behind the theory of evolution as it applies to genetics"--Provided by publisher.

"This in-depth volume takes readers into the microscopic world of DNA and RNA. Difficult topics are explained in manageable language and with the aid of diagrams. Topics include transmission, transcription, recombinant DNA, GMOs and more"--Provided by publisher.

Tells the history of scientist Jennifer Doudna and her work with the third scientific revolution: CRISPR, gene editing, and the quest to understand the code of life itself.

Logan Ramsay can feel his brain changing. And his body too. He's becoming something other than himself. Maybe even something other than human. As he sets out to discover who did this to him, and why, his transformation threatens everything; his family, his job, even his freedom. Because the truth of what's happened to him is more disturbing than he could possibly imagine.

"Examines the history and future of the revolutionary and awe-inspiring technology of genetic engineering and how it has both thrilled and terrified scientists who have demonstrated the power to change life itself"--Provided by publisher.

"From the discovery of the double helix to mapping the human genome, this exploration of scientific inquiry celebrates the greatest developments to date in genetics. Get to know the physicians, scientists, and other researchers responsible for these breakthroughs in medicine, and explore the ups, the downs, and the eureka moments that are science in action"--Provided by publisher.