The Human Genome

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The sequencing of the human genome is being hailed as history's most important scientific discovery. This unprecedented project to map our genes is the key to human history and identity, and to an extraordinary future of scientific and medical progress. Now the editors of Nature, the world's leading scientific publication, help everyone understand the human genome. Lavishly illustrated throughout, this full-color guide covers everything from the basic biology and landmark events to key players and the political, social, and scientific impact. From the frontline of science reporting, here's the one book everyone needs to understandx2014;and appreciatex2014;one of the the great revolutions in science.