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- Provides an integrated view of DNA biology and DNA based biotechnology in a concise format
- Emphasizes the potential of DNA knowledge to improve human health and sustainable food production
- Covers DNA and our growth from a single cell
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The book provides a concise, integrated view of DNA biology and biotechnology in various aspects, such as human health, food production, environmental sustainability, and industry development. It covers the evolution of DNA, genes, cancer, aging biology, and plant gene technology. The chapters delve into the evolution of DNA, cells, genes, and regulation and its influence on cancer, aging, and development. The book emphasizes modern DNA biotechnology, including plant gene technology, gene therapy, and synthetic biology, and highlights the relevance of DNA knowledge in addressing global challenges. It focuses on providing a contemporary understanding and the background of DNA biology, making it suitable for science and medicine programs or as an introduction to specialized DNA/biotechnology areas.
The book targets academicians, researchers, and clinicians in related fields. It is also a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding DNA and its applications in various fields.
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Front Matter
Authors and Affiliations
About the author
Dr. Ray J Rose is currently a professor emeritus, and a former head of the department of biological sciences at The University of Newcastle, Australia. He obtained his bachelor’s degree at Sydney University and PhD at Macquarie University, Sydney. His research interests include cell and molecular biology and biotechnology with teaching experience in the same areas. Dr Rose has published more than 100 peer-reviewed articles, authored 19 book chapters, and edited two books, on legume genomics and plant molecular cell biology. He has received awards from the Australian Society of Plant Scientists for chloroplast DNA/division and is recognized as one of the most influential authors by the American Society of Plant Biology. Dr Rose has presented his work at many national and international conferences.
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Bibliographic Information
Book Title: DNA Know Thyself
Book Subtitle: Living in a DNA World
Authors: Ray J Rose
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-97-8381-6
Publisher: Springer Singapore
eBook Packages: Medicine, Medicine (R0)
Copyright Information: The Editor(s) (if applicable) and The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd. 2024
Softcover ISBN: 978-981-97-8380-9Published: 16 November 2024
eBook ISBN: 978-981-97-8381-6Published: 15 November 2024
Edition Number: 1
Number of Pages: XI, 184
Number of Illustrations: 1 illustrations in colour
Topics: Human Genetics, Medicine/Public Health, general, Genetics and Genomics, Developmental Biology, Biotechnology