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Genetics For Dummies

Authors:

Tara Rodden Robinson ,

Rene Fester Kratz

Overview

Evolve your knowledge of the fast-moving world of genetic research

Genetics For Dummies shines a light on the fascinating field of genetics, helping you gain a greater understanding of how genetics factors into everyday life. Perfect as a supplement to a genetics course or as an intro for the curious, this book is packed with easy-to-understand explanations of the key concepts, including an overview of cell biology. You’ll also find tons of coverage of recent discoveries in the field, plus info on how genetics can affect your health and wellbeing. Whole-genome sequencing, genetic disease treatments, exploring your ancestry, non-invasive prenatal testing—it’s all here, in the friendly and relatable Dummies style you love.

Grasp the basics of cell biology and get a primer on the field of genetic research
Discover what you can learn about yourself, thanks to advances in genetic testing
Learn how your genes influence your health and wellbeing, today and as you age
Follow along with your college-level genetics course—or refresh your knowledge—with clear explanations of complex ideas

Genetics For Dummies is great for students of the biological sciences, and for the genetically curious everywhere.

Evolve your knowledge of the fast-moving world of genetic research

Genetics For Dummies shines a light on the fascinating field of genetics, helping you gain a greater understanding of how genetics factors into everyday life. Perfect as a supplement to a genetics course or as an intro for the curious, this book is packed with easy-to-understand explanations of the key concepts, including an overview of cell biology. You’ll also find tons of coverage of recent discoveries in the field, plus info on how genetics can affect your health and wellbeing. Whole-genome sequencing, genetic disease treatments, exploring your ancestry,

non-invasive prenatal testing—it’s all here, in the friendly and relatable Dummies style you love.

Grasp the basics of cell biology and get a primer on the field of genetic research
Discover what you can learn about yourself, thanks to advances in genetic testing
Learn how your genes influence your health and wellbeing, today and as you age
Follow along with your college-level genetics course—or refresh your knowledge—with clear explanations of complex ideas

Genetics For Dummies is great for students of the biological sciences, and for the genetically curious everywhere.

Genetics For Dummies Cheat Sheet

Genetics is a complex field with lots of details to keep straight. But when you get a handle on some key terms and concepts, including the structure of DNA and the laws of inheritance, you can start putting the pieces together for a better understanding of genetics.

About The Authors

Tara Rodden Robinson, PhD, was an instructor and Postdoctoral Fellow in Genetics in the Department of Biological Sciences at Auburn University. She has also been an instructor at Oregon State University. Lisa Cushman Spock, PhD, CGC, is a clinical genomics specialist and former genetics counselor at Indiana University School of Medicine.