Genetic science has advanced rapidly in recent years; things happen now that might have seemed like science fiction only ten years ago. Genetics and Society looks at the history of this science and the wide-ranging impact it has had on contemporary society. Using fascinating and cutting-edge examples throughout, Anne Kerr examines topics as diverse as:
the institutional structures that have grown up around the diagnosis and treatment of genetic disorders
the media representation of genetic debates from designer babies to the genetic sources of...
Genetic science has advanced rapidly in recent years; things happen now that might have seemed like science fiction only ten years ago. Genetic...
Genetic science has advanced rapidly in recent years; things happen now that might have seemed like science fiction only ten years ago. Genetics and Society looks at the history of this science and the wide-ranging impact it has had on contemporary society. Using fascinating and cutting-edge examples throughout, Anne Kerr examines topics as diverse as:
the institutional structures that have grown up around the diagnosis and treatment of genetic disorders
the media representation of genetic debates from designer babies to the genetic sources of...
Genetic science has advanced rapidly in recent years; things happen now that might have seemed like science fiction only ten years ago. Genetic...
This wide-ranging dictionary contains a wealth of information on all aspects of history, from prehistory right up to the present day. Over 4,000 clear, concise entries include biographies of key figures in world history (living and dead), separate entries for every country in the world (summarising key historical events), and in-depth entries on religious and political movements, international organizations, and major conflicts and events and their after-effects. For this new edition, existing entries have been revised and updated to reflect the very latest global events including changes...
This wide-ranging dictionary contains a wealth of information on all aspects of history, from prehistory right up to the present day. Over 4,000 clear...
This is a book written for children to assist military and ex-military personnel and their families deal with difficult feelings that may have arisen as a result of their service including a diagnosis of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and depression. It tells the story from Max s viewpoint of the trouble Max s dad is having dealing with his angry and sad feelings. Together as a family they come up with a way to once again show their love for each other. It uses the language of colour to explain and explore feelings and emotions. This helps the young reader to name in a simple yet...
This is a book written for children to assist military and ex-military personnel and their families deal with difficult feelings that may have arisen ...