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The Selfish Gene
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Richard Dawkins
An innovative book on evolution and the theory of natural selection that discusses how the so-called selfish gene can also be quite subtle. Includes stories from nature, such as the phenomenon of bees committing suicide by stinging to protect the hive, and birds risking their lives to warn the flock of an approaching hawk.
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The Singularity Is Near: When Humans Transcend Biology
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Ray Kurzweil, PhD
Inventor and futurist Ray Kurzweil, the author of THE AGE OF SPIRITUAL MACHINES, provocatively argues that we are rapidly approaching the Singularity, a point in history in which advances in artificial intelligence, brain scanning, and nanotechnology will blur the division between humans and machines. When we are no longer limited by our current ...
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Genetics in Medicine
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Robert L Nussbaum, Roderick R McInnes, Huntington F Willard
Through six editions, "Thompson and Thompson's Genetics in Medicine" has been a well-established favourite textbook on this fascinating and rapidly evolving field, integrating the classic principles of human genetics with modern molecular genetics and the latest clinical applications. Clearly written and abundantly illustrated, the New 7th Edition ...
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The Seven Daughters of Eve: The Science That Reveals Our Genetic Ancestry
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Bryan Sykes
Offering a fascinating history of the world as revealed through genetics, a momentous scientific discovery reveals how all humans are descended from seven prehistoric women.
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Genetics: Analysis & Principles
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Robert J Brooker
Genetics: Analysis and Principles emphasizes the scientific method to give students the insight needed to develop scientific reasoning skills. Thirty-six text-integrated experiments in transmission and molecular genetics follow the five-step scientific method as they show students the "how" (experimental procedures) and "why" (the underlying ...
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Introduction to Genetic Analysis
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Anthony Griffiths
For nearly three decades, from edition to edition, An Introduction to Genetic Analysis (IGA) has evolved side by side with genetic research, providing an experiment based introduction to fundamental concepts that reflects every major laboratory and conceptual breakthrough. With authors who are leading researchers, innovative educators, and ...
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Genetics: A Conceptual Approach
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Benjamin Pierce
The updated third edition builds upon the features that have made past editions so successful: an engaging writing style; relevant applications; an accessible and instructive art program; an emphasis on problem-solving; and, most importantly, a strong focus on concepts and connections. NEW TO THIS EDITION * Increased clarity and accessibility * ...
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Endless Forms Most Beautiful: The New Science of Evo Devo and the Making of the Animal Kingdom
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Sean Carroll
Presents an introduction to evolutionary developmental biology which studies genes and their role in biological diversity and evolution.
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The Journey of Man: A Genetic Odyssey
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Spencer Wells
Around 60,000 years ago, a man - identical to us in all important respects - lived in Africa. Every person alive today is descended from him. How did this real-life Adam wind up father of us all? What happened to the descendants of other men who lived at the same time? And why, if modern humans share a single prehistoric ancestor, do we come in so ...
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Next
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Michael Crichton
In his brilliant new blockbuster, the "New York Times" bestselling author of "Jurassic Park" and "The Andromeda Strain" journeys into the realm of genetics: fast, furious, and out of control. Provocative yet playful, dark and disturbing, "Next" is Crichton as he has never been seen before. Now in a Premium Edition.
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Molecular Genetics of Bacteria
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Larry Snyder, Wendy Champness
This landmark volume provides the single most comprehensive and authoritative textbook on bacterial molecular genetics. Perfect for advanced undergraduate and graduate-level courses, the text presents the latest research on the subject in a clearly written and well-illustrated style. It provides descriptive background information, detailed ...
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Genome: The Autobiography of a Species in 23 Chapters
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Matt Ridley
This accessible popular science book takes readers on a tour of the human genome, focusing each chapter on a newly discovered gene on the human body's 23 chromosomes, and discusses the implications of the controversial Human Genome Project's early findings. This examination also surveys the history and future of genetic research, while stressing ...
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The Biology of Cancer
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Robert A Weinberg
"The Biology of Cancer is" a new textbook for undergraduate and graduate biology students, as well as medical students studying the molecular and cellular bases of cancer. The book presents the principles of cancer biology in an organized, cogent, and in-depth manner. The clarity of writing and the lucid full-colour art program make the book ...
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The Third Twin
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Ken Follett
A woman scientist unwittingly happens upon a genetic conspiracy orchestrated by a biotech company, right-wing politicians, and her research institute.
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Human Heredity: Principles & Issues
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Michael R Cummings
Addressing the needs of human genetics students, this text explains complex concepts.
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Genetics: Analysis of Genes and Genomes
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Daniel L Hartl
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Fear Nothing
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Dean R. Koontz
Christopher Snow suffers from a rare and fatal skin disease that keeps him out of the sun. Christopher's mother and, more recently, his father both died from the same disease. But now his father's corpse is missing, and the nurse who cared for him was found murdered after she voiced some unconventional theories. Christopher enlists his buddy, ...
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Saxons, Vikings, and Celts: The Genetic Roots of Britain and Ireland
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Bryan Sykes
Through a systematic, ten-year DNA survey of more than 10,000 volunteers, Sykes has traced the genetic makeup of British Islanders and their descendants. He also features a chapter specifically addressing the genetic makeup of those people in the United States who have descended from the British Isles.
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Time, Love, Memory: A Great Biologist and His Quest for the Origins of Behavior
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Professor Jonathan Weiner
Focusing on the genes that determine human behaviour, this book discusses how human beings' emotional responses can be genetically isolated and manipulated. The author also considers the political and social implications of this scientific breakthrough.
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The GenoType Diet: Change Your Genetic Destiny to Live the Longest, Fullest, and Healthiest Life Possible
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Dr. Peter J D'Adamo, Catherine Whitney
With "Eat Right 4 Your Type" and the "Blood Type Diet" books, Dr. DAdamo proved that when it comes to dieting, one plan does not fit all. He takes his groundbreaking research to the next level with a customized program that works with readers genetic makeup to maximize health and weight loss.
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Long After Midnight
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Iris Johansen
Kate Denby is a single mom who happens to be a successful scientist. When her laboratory is bombed, killing most of the workers, she and the top scientist, Noah Smith, run for their lives.
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Concepts of Genetics
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William S Klug
For one- or two-term courses in Genetics in the departments of Biology, Zoology, Agriculture or Health Science. This text is known for its clear writing style, emphasis on concepts, visual art program and thoughtful coverage of all areas of genetics. The authors capture students' interest with up-to-date coverage of cutting-edge topics and ...
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Human Genetics: Concepts & Applications
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Ricki Lewis
"Human Genetics: Concepts and Applications, Ninth Edition", is a non-science major's human genetics text that clearly explains what genes are, how they function, how they interact with the environment, and how our understanding of genetics has changed since completion of the human genome project. Meticulously updated, focused on concepts, and rich ...
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Gold Bug Variations
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Richard Powers
A novel which follows the lives of four scientific researchers as they twist about each other in a double helix of desire, weaving intricately through the themes of music, science, language and love. By the author of "Three Farmers on Their Way to a Dance" and "Prisoner's Dilemma".
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Introduction to Genetic Engineering
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Desmond S T Nicholl
In this third edition of his popular undergraduate-level textbook, Des Nicholl recognises that a sound grasp of basic principles is vital in any introduction to genetic engineering. Therefore, the book retains its focus on the fundamental principles used in gene manipulation. It is divided into three sections: Part I provides an introduction to ...
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