Author: Susan Aldridge Year: 1996 Rank: Rating: Original Rating: Pop Rating: Genres/categories: Science
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Susan Aldridge gives an accessible guide to the world of DNA and also explores the applications of genetic engineering in biotechnology. She takes the reader, step by step, through the fascinating study of molecular biology, examining DNA and its function within living organisms as well as aspects of genetic engineering and its applications to humans. Aldridge also looks at the wider world of biotechnology and how genetic engineering can be applied to such problems as producing vegetarian cheese or cleaning up the environment.'A wellpaced, elegant and imaginative ride through the story of genes and genetic engineering.' Focus Magazine'Susan Aldridge has written a fine book. It can be confidently recommended both to students and scientists in other fields, and to general readers ...' Science Spectra
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