medical research

After the death of his favorite teacher; and secret lover; a young misfit with a deep interest in chemistry is launched into a search for an elixir of life started by his professor.

Introduces readers to various career options in the field of medical technology and covers what the jobs entail, educational requirements, salary ranges, required skills, employment prospects, and more.

Describes the work of scientists at Jackson Laboratory, where mice are bred for laboratories and medical institutions all over the world and studied in connection with research in genetics and hereditary disease.

Presents twenty-four essays on historic medical discoveries and their social impact, covering medical tools, pharmaceuticals, knowledge of anatomy and body functions, and disease prevention methods, and includes primary document excerpts, a glossary, a chronology, a further research list, and discussion questions.