DNA Demystified: Unravelling the Double Helix by Alan McHughen · Audiobook preview

DNA Demystified: Unravelling the Double Helix
Authored by Alan McHughen
Narrated by Bob Souer

0:00 Intro
0:03 DNA Demystified: Unravelling the Double Helix
0:27 Preface
7:45 Introduction
50:59 1. DNA 101
1:32:23 Outro

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BOOK DESCRIPTION

DNA, once the exclusive domain of scientists in research labs, is now the darling of popular and social media. With personal genetic testing kits in homes and GMO foods in stores, DNA is an increasingly familiar term. Unfortunately, what people know, or think they know, about DNA and genetics is often confused or incorrect. Contrary to popular belief, for instance, genes don't "skip a generation" and, no, human DNA is not "different" from DNA of other species. With popular misconceptions proliferating in the news and on the internet, how can anyone sort fact from fiction?

DNA Demystified satisfies the public appetite for and curiosity about DNA and genetics. The book begins with the basic groundwork and a brief history of DNA and genetics. Chapters then cover newsworthy topics, including DNA fingerprinting, using DNA in forensic analyses, and identifying cold-case criminals. For listeners intrigued by the proliferation of at-home DNA tests, the text includes fascinating explorations of genetic genealogy and family tree construction. Other chapters describe genetic engineering in medicine and pharmaceuticals, and the use of those same technologies in creating the far more controversial GMOs in food and agriculture. Throughout, the book raises provocative ethical and privacy issues arising from DNA and genetic technologies.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Alan McHughen is a public sector educator, scientist, and consumer advocate. He is the author of six books, including Pandora's Picnic Basket.
Bob Souer is a full-time professional storyteller and narrator. He has narrated numerous audiobooks, as well as broadcast and nonbroadcast projects for corporations and ministries across North America. You've heard Bob's voice on CBS, PBS, the History Channel, and many other networks.

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AUDIOBOOK DETAILS

Language: English
Publisher: Highbridge Audio
Published on: September 15, 2020
ISBN: 9781696601276
Duration: 15 hr, 20 min
Genres: Science / General, Science / Life Sciences / Biochemistry, Science / Life Sciences / General, Science / Life Sciences / Genetics & Genomics