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In Regenesis, George Church and science writer Ed Regis explore the possibilities of the emerging field of synthetic biology. Synthetic biology, in which living organisms are selectively altered by modifying substantial portions of their genomes, allows for the creation of entirely new species of organisms. These technologies - far from the out-of-control nightmare depicted in science fiction - have the power to improve human and animal health, increase our intelligence, enhance our memory, and even extend our life span.

In The Lost Family, journalist Libby Copeland investigates what happens when we embark on a vast social experiment with little understanding of the ramifications. Copeland explores the culture of genealogy buffs, the science of DNA, and the business of companies like Ancestry and 23andMe, all while tracing the story of one woman, her unusual results, and a relentless methodical drive for answers that becomes a thoroughly modern genetic detective story.

A tiny mutation on the X chromosome can shape a family’s history. Passed down from a “carrier” parent to a child, fragile X syndrome is the most common inherited cause of intellectual disability and autism. Beyond that—and a rarity among genetic disorders—some fragile X carriers not only transmit the mutation, but also experience related conditions themselves.

Since the dawn of humankind, mental illness has been one of our greatest causes of suffering as a species. But for the majority of our history, its causes have remained a mystery. Professor Karl Deisseroth shares his breakthrough discovery, optogenetics, a biological technique that allows us to decipher the brain's inner workings using light. With moving and revelatory stories from both personal and professional experience, he reveals what mental illnesses really are, why we suffer from them and the unexpected role they have played in our evolution.

Just 45 years ago, the age of gene modification was born. Researchers could create glow-in-the-dark mice, farmyard animals producing drugs in their milk, and vitamin-enhanced rice that could prevent half a million people going blind every year. But now GM is rapidly being supplanted by a new system called CRISPR or "gene editing". Using this approach, scientists can manipulate the genes of almost any organism with a degree of precision, ease and speed that we could only dream of ten years ago.

In November 2018, the world was shocked to learn that two babies had been born in China with DNA edited while they were embryos - as dramatic a development in genetics as the cloning of Dolly the sheep was in 1996. In this book, Hank Greely, a leading authority on law and genetics, tells the fascinating story of this human experiment and its consequences. Greely explains what Chinese scientist He Jiankui did, how he did it, and how the public and other scientists learned about and reacted to this unprecedented genetic intervention.

Despite the incredible strain of all these challenges, Mindy manages them with amazing tenderness, persistence, and love. Far from a depressing story of misfortune, Last Nerve is as uplifting and witty as it is raw and real. It’s a testament to hope, the endurance of family, and the resilience of the human spirit.

AudioLearn’s College Level Courses Presents Genetics. Developed by experienced professors and professionally narrated for easy listening, this course is a great way to explore the subject of college-level Genetics. The audio is focused and high-yield, covering the most important topics you might expect to learn in a typical undergraduate Genetics course. The material is accurate, up-to-date, and broken down into bite-sized sections. There are quizzes and key takeaways following each section to review questions commonly tested and drive home key points.

Mastering Diabetes Management: The Ultimate Guide to Controlling Diabetes with Nutrition, Exercise, and Lifestyle Changes is an essential resource for anyone looking to effectively manage their diabetes. This comprehensive guide combines evidence-based strategies with practical advice to help listeners take charge of their health. From understanding how food impacts blood sugar to designing a personalized fitness routine, this book provides actionable steps for achieving balance and preventing complications.

The science of epigenetics has been scientifically proven to give anyone the power to change the expressions of their genes. Genes can be altered by either the external environmental or internal mental and emotional signals without altering the gene sequence itself. The protocols in this book take a person through the step-by-step process of doing it. By using the detailed processes given, anyone can send new signals to their genes to produce and manufacture the different proteins to restore health, gain new strength, and extend life expectancy.

Chair yoga offers a powerful cocktail of benefits tailor-made for your golden years. Its your secret pathway to a life of increased energy, reduced stress, and improved strength and balance. All you need to unlock its incredible benefits and launch into the future with energy and vitality is this clear and compelling audiobook and a chair, of course!

Renowned regenerative and restorative sports-medicine doctor Guarav Goswami, MD, provides advanced, minimally invasive (non-surgical) treatments to help his patients get back to peak performance levels - no matter their age. Harnessing the transformative power of stem cells is central to his expertise. In fact, stem cell therapy is proven to be effective in the treatment of many common conditions from arthritis and back pain to Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and cancer. This book is an accessible and informative introduction to the amazing powers of stem cell therapy.

If you or someone you love has Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP), the genetic condition that is passed down from one generation to the next, please keep reading. RP is not funny as it can be the cause of loss of vision, either in adults or children. Its effect on vision can be slow-moving or it can progress very quickly. The author has been affected for over 30 years and understands the emotional toll this condition can have on the newly diagnosed.

19世紀後半にメンデルが発見した遺伝の法則とダーウィンの進化論が出会い、遺伝学は歩み始めた。そして今、人類はゲノム編集の時代を迎えている。遺伝子が握る人類の運命とは？　ピュリッツァー賞受賞の医学者が自らの家系に潜む精神疾患の悲劇を織り交ぜながら、圧倒的なストーリーテリングで紡ぐ遺伝子全史

2000年代初頭、人間の全遺伝情報=ヒトゲノムがついに解読された。その後まもなく、山中伸弥らがiPS細胞(人工多能性幹細胞)の作製に成功。そして今、ジェニファー・ダウドナらが開発した新技術「CRISPR-Cas9」により、人類は「ゲノム編集」の時代を迎えている。自らの設計図を望み通りに書き換えられるようになったとき、人間の条件はどう変わるのか? 科学と倫理のせめぎ合いを圧倒的なストーリーテリングで描く傑作。

Born with severe brain defects, Suzy was sentenced to a life of “nevers.” With the unwavering support of her mother, Jane, and extended family, Suzy’s miraculous journey has given many experts reason to question the medical textbooks that have been written. From predictions that she would never walk, talk, or function in society, Suzy overcame all these obstacles with determination and perseverance—not even allowing final-stage renal failure at the age of twenty-four to deter her.

In the new essays collected here, an interdisciplinary group of scholars asks age-old questions about the nature and well-being of humans in the context of a revolutionary new biotechnology - one that has the potential to change the genetic make-up of both existing people and future generations. Welcoming listeners who study related issues and those not yet familiar with the formal study of bioethics, the authors of these essays open up a conversation about the ethics of gene editing.

Po Bronson and Arvind Gupta, venture capitalists from Silicon Valley, take everyday news headlines and decode them, leading us on a journey through their unique and highly entertaining view of the world. Each chapter is prefaced with a real-world headline from today's chaotic news cycle: dying bees. Rogue planets. Beyond Meat. Glaciers melting. Bronson and Gupta decipher what's really going on behind these headlines, and why.

Health-Wealth for You: 11 Steps to Save Big & Live Healthy teaches individuals and families a series of measurable money-saving tactics that will reduce spending on health care. Dr. Luke, a long-time hospital CEO, simplifies 11 proven steps that Americans can take to reduce health-care spending and improve access to doctors and other providers.

This audiobook is your roadmap to personal transformation. Learn where you are weak and how to get strong in all areas of life. Immediately start unlocking energy, finding deep, restorative sleep, and boosting mental clarity to upgrade your quality of life. Follow a customized strategy using simple steps to unlock your genetic potential and maximize your results.