Genes: A Very Short Introduction

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Jonathan Slack

Brand: OUP Oxford

ISBN: 9780192856708

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Very Short Introductions:: Brilliant, Sharp, Inspiring In this exploration of the concept of the gene, Jonathan Slack looks at the discovery, nature, and role of genes in both evolution and development. By explaining the nature of genetic variation in the human population, how hereditary factors were identified as molecules of DNA, and how certain specific mutations can lead to disease, Slack highlights how DNA variants are used to trace human ancestry and migration, and can also be used by forensic scientists to identify individuals in crime. Healso explores issues such as the role of genetic heritability and IQ as well as the changes that occur in the genes of populations during evolution. An ideal guide for anyone curious about what genes are and how genetics can be put to use, this Very Short Introduction demonstrates the ways in which the gene concept has been understood and used by molecular biologists, population biologists, and social scientists around the world. This second edition has been fully updated and contains new sections on the CRISPR method for targeted genetic modification, on DNA profiling, and developments in our understanding of human ancestry usingancient DNA. ABOUT THE SERIES:: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

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Brand OUP Oxford

Reference 102413

EAN13 9780192856708

ISBN 9780192856708

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Publication date

2023

Issue number

2

Cover

paperback

Pages count

176

Dimensions (mm)

111 x 174

Weight (g)

146

Preface; List of illustrations; Genes before 1944; Genes as DNA; Mutations and gene variants; Genes as markers; Genes of small effect; Genes in evolution; Conclusion: the varied concepts of the gene; Further reading; Glossary; Index;

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