Genetic Engineering
A Reference Handbook, 2nd Edition
2nd Edition
Published on 1. August 2006
Book
Hardback
313 pages
978-1-85109-860-6 (ISBN)
Description
From Dolly the sheep to Frankenfood, life-saving medicines, and beyond, this insightful work describes the technology and controversy behind genetic engineering.
From the publication of Aldous Huxley's Brave New World in 1932 to the cloning of Dolly the sheep in 1996, the public has long been fascinated by the idea that humans may one day be able to mold or even create life. In less than 30 years, genetic engineering has itself mutated from science fiction to science fact. Supporters claim such innovations as genetically modified crops and gene therapy are poised to bring unparalleled benefits by eliminating hunger and hereditary disease, whereas critics warn the dream could easily become a nightmare.
Packed with key facts and analysis, Genetic Engineering: A Reference Handbook, Second Edition provides an expert guide to the very latest discoveries in genetic engineering and genetic modification and the technology's complex ethical, scientific, and economic implications.
Includes an expert guide to print and online resources on genetic engineering and related areas
Features a comprehensive glossary designed for the general reader
From the publication of Aldous Huxley's Brave New World in 1932 to the cloning of Dolly the sheep in 1996, the public has long been fascinated by the idea that humans may one day be able to mold or even create life. In less than 30 years, genetic engineering has itself mutated from science fiction to science fact. Supporters claim such innovations as genetically modified crops and gene therapy are poised to bring unparalleled benefits by eliminating hunger and hereditary disease, whereas critics warn the dream could easily become a nightmare.
Packed with key facts and analysis, Genetic Engineering: A Reference Handbook, Second Edition provides an expert guide to the very latest discoveries in genetic engineering and genetic modification and the technology's complex ethical, scientific, and economic implications.
Includes an expert guide to print and online resources on genetic engineering and related areas
Features a comprehensive glossary designed for the general reader
Reviews / Votes
"This excellent resource is appropriate for readers ranging from high school students to businesspeople and policy makers seeking an introduction to scientific, business, industrial, and ethical aspects of genetic engineering. . . . Highly recommended. All levels." - ChoiceMore details
Series
Edition
2nd Revised edition
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
Target group
College/higher education
Edition type
Revised edition
Dimensions
Height: 235 mm
Width: 157 mm
Thickness: 24 mm
Weight
685 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-85109-860-6 (9781851098606)
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Person
Harry LeVine III, PhD, is associate professor in the Sanders-Brown Center on Aging and the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry, Chandler School of Medicine at the University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY. He is the author of the first edition of ABC-CLIO's Genetic Engineering.