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Epigenetics by Richard C. Francis

Epigenetics

How Environment Shapes Our Genes

Richard C. Francis

WW Norton · Print & ebook · May 29, 2012

Goodbye, genetic blueprint. . . .

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Who it’s for
Readers interested in genetics and environment interaction
Themes
epigenetics, environmental impact, reversibility of gene expression
Pacing
Steady

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About this book

Goodbye, genetic blueprint. . . . The first book for general readers on the game-changing field of epigenetics. The burgeoning new science of epigenetics offers a cornucopia of insights—some comforting, some frightening. For example, the male fetus may be especially vulnerable to certain common chemicals in our environment, in ways that damage not only his own sperm but also the sperm of his sons.

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And it’s epigenetics that causes identical twins to vary widely in their susceptibility to dementia and cancer. But here’s the good news: unlike mutations, epigenetic effects are reversible. Indeed, epigenetic engineering is the future of medicine.

Who it’s for

  • Readers interested in genetics and environment interaction
  • General readers seeking accessible science explanations

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Genetics & Genomics90%
Genetics41%
Evolution29%

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  • Genetics & Genomics
Authors
Richard C. Francis
Publisher
WW Norton
Published
May 29, 2012
Format
Print & ebook
Theme
epigenetics · environmental impact · reversibility of gene expression
Reading lane
Genetics & Genomics