This text explains the principles of genetic engineering using a minimum of jargon. Readers will learn how "genetically modified" foods are created and how the new technologies led to the cloning of Dolly the sheep. Gene therapy and its application in the treatment of diseases including Alzheimers, cystic fibrosis and haemophilia is also demystified, giving readers the information they need to form their own conclusions about these cutting-edge technologies. There is even a recipe for how to cook up DNA in the kitchen.
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978-1-86508-086-4 (9781865080864)
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MARK WALKER'S career has been centred on the use of genetic engineering techniques to improve human health, particularly by the development of safe and efficacious vaccines. He is currently Associate Professor in Molecular Genetics at the University of Wollongong's Department of Biological Sciences, one of the leading teaching and research departments for biological sciences in Australia.
DAVID McKAY has a strong interest in both research and education and has taught science at both high school and tertiary levels. He currently lectures in biochemistry, microbiology and biotechnology at the University of New England, Australia and recently received the Vice-Chancellor's award for excellence in teaching at that institution. David's research interests include bioremediation and environmental microbiology.
Figures and tablesAcknowledgementsPreface1 Towards an understanding of genetic engineering2 Cloning a gene: first catch your DNA, then cut it up...3 Production of recombinant protein using single cells4 Transgenic plants: solar powered genetic engineering5 Transgenic animals and cloning 'Dolly the sheep'6 Human gene therapy: adapting the Trojan horse strategyEpilogueIndex
