Description
Did you know that we humans are genetically almost indistinguishable from chimpanzees? Why do some people dislike beer or cabbage, and why can so few people roll their tongues? How do the Inuit approach sex, and why do siblings often look nothing alike? Geneticist and molecular biologist Eduard Kejnovský introduces readers to the mysteries of his field in an accessible and engaging way. He spices up the answers to journalist Ivana Karásková's questions with a number of interesting facts and does not shy away from controversial topics in the fields of eugenics or genetic modification of organisms. Readers will learn how much genes shape our character, talent, or intelligence. They will also discover why some hereditary diseases are inescapable. The book explores the miracle of birth and the ethical questions surrounding advances in reproductive medicine. It also touches on the age-old dilemma of whether genes or environment and upbringing play a greater role in shaping personality.
Information
Author: Karásková Ivana
Publication date: September 20, 2024
Manufacturer: Nakladatelství Triton s.r.o.
Genres: Books, Technique, Specialized and technical literature
Type: Hardcover books
Pages: 256
ISBN/EAN: 9788076843028