Genome
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The mapping of the human genome is undoubtedly one of the most important scientific discoveries of the 21st century, but what are the implications? With Genome, Matt Ridley aims to answer that question. Ridley takes us on a journey in which he picks one newly discovered gene from each pair of chromosomes and tells its story. In doing so, he explores the history of our species, from its earliest ancestors to the medicine of the future. He examines conditions such as Huntington's disease and cancer and delves into the applications and ethics of gene therapy. Ridley also raises philosophical and moral questions resulting from genome mapping. By the end of this book, you will have gained an understanding of what genome mapping means for you, your children, and for the future of humanity itself. This book is an extraordinary insight into the groundbreaking discovery of the genome and the impact it will have on our lives.