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RNA, the Epicenter of Genetic Information
The origin story and emergence of molecular biology is muddled.The early triumphs in bacterial genetics and the complexity of animal and plant genomes complicate an intricate history.This book documents the many advances, as well as the prejudices and founder fallacies.It highlights the premature relegation of RNA to simply an intermediate between gene and protein, the underestimation of the amount of information required to program the development of multicellular organisms, and the dawning realization that RNA is the cornerstone of cell biology, development, brain function and probably evolution itself.Key personalities, their hubris as well as prescient predictions are richly illustrated with quotes, archival material, photographs, diagrams and references to bring the people, ideas and discoveries to life, from the conceptual cradles of molecular biology to the current revolution in the understanding of genetic information. Key FeaturesDocuments the confused early history of DNA, RNA and proteins - a transformative history of molecular biology like no other. Integrates the influences of biochemistry and genetics on the landscape of molecular biology. Chronicles the important discoveries, preconceptions and misconceptions that retarded or misdirected progress. Highlights major pioneers and contributors to molecular biology, with a focus on RNA and noncoding DNA. Summarizes the mounting evidence for the central roles of non-protein-coding RNA in cell and developmental biology. Provides a thought-provoking retrospective and forward-looking perspective for advanced students and professional researchers. The Open Access version of this book, available at www.taylorfrancis.com, has been made available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives 4.0 license.
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Genetic Testing
Genetic testing has provided important clues to understanding our health, but it has also raised many ethical, legal, and medical questions and concerns.This book explores the breadth of genetic testing, its possibilities, and the controversies that surround its use. The mapping of the human genome has paved the way for a variety of genetic tests.Expectant mothers can have their fetus screened for a variety of genetic abnormalities, and couples worried that they might be carriers for a genetic disorder can be tested before deciding to have children.Women can be screened for the BRCA2 gene that has been linked to increased risk of breast cancer.Individuals curious about their ancestry can find out more about their heritage.Genetic testing can also be used to establish paternity and help solve crimes. Part of Greenwood's Health and Medical Issues Today series, this book is divided into three sections.Part I explores the history of genetic testing, including the rise of direct-to-consumer tests, and outlines the current applications and contexts in which genetic testing is performed.Part II delves deep into the ethical, legal, financial, medical, and psychological issues and controversies that surround genetic testing.Part III provides a variety of useful materials, including case studies, a timeline of critical events, and a directory of resources.
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Access and Benefit Sharing of Genetic Resources, Information and Traditional Knowledge
Addressing the management of genetic resources, this book offers a new assessment of the contemporary Access and Benefit Sharing (ABS) regime.Debates about ABS have moved on. The initial focus on the legal obligations established by international agreements like the United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity and the form of obligations for collecting physical biological materials have now shifted into a far more complex series of disputes and challenges about the ways ABS should be implemented and enforced.These now cover a wide range of issues, including: digital sequence information, the repatriation of resources, technology transfer, traditional knowledge and cultural expressions, open access to information and knowledge, naming conventions, farmers’ rights, new schemes for accessing pandemic viruses sharing DNA sequences, and so on.Drawing together perspectives from an interdisciplinary range of leading and emerging international scholars, this book offers a new approach to the ABS landscape; as it breaks from the standard regulatory analyses in order to explore alternative solutions to the intractable issues for the Access and Benefit Sharing of genetic resources.Addressing these modern legal debates from a perspective that will appeal to both ABS scholars and those with broader legal concerns in the areas of intellectual property, food, governance, Indigenous issues, and so on, this book will be a useful resource for scholars and students as well as those in government and in international institutions working in relevant areas.
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Genetic Algorithms in Elixir
From finance to artificial intelligence, genetic algorithms are a powerful tool with a wide array of applications.But you don't need an exotic new language or framework to get started; you can learn about genetic algorithms in a language you're already familiar with.Join us for an in-depth look at the algorithms, techniques, and methods that go into writing a genetic algorithm.From introductory problems to real-world applications, you'll learn the underlying principles of problem solving using genetic algorithms. Evolutionary algorithms are a unique and often overlooked subset of machine learning and artificial intelligence. Because of this, most of the available resources are outdated or too academic in nature, and none of them are made with Elixir programmers in mind. Start from the ground up with genetic algorithms in a language you are familiar with.Discover the power of genetic algorithms through simple solutions to challenging problems.Use Elixir features to write genetic algorithms that are concise and idiomatic.Learn the complete life cycle of solving a problem using genetic algorithms.Understand the different techniques and fine-tuning required to solve a wide array of problems.Plan, test, analyze, and visualize your genetic algorithms with real-world applications. Open your eyes to a unique and powerful field - without having to learn a new language or framework. What You Need: You'll need a macOS, Windows, or Linux distribution with an up-to-date Elixir installation.
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How does genetic modification of genetic information work?
Genetic modification involves altering the genetic information of an organism by introducing new DNA into its genome. This can be achieved through various techniques such as gene editing using tools like CRISPR, or by introducing foreign DNA into the organism through a process called transgenesis. The new DNA can be designed to add, delete, or modify specific genes, which can result in changes to the organism's traits or characteristics. Genetic modification has the potential to create organisms with improved traits, such as increased resistance to diseases or improved nutritional content.
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How does the genetic modification of the genetic information work?
Genetic modification involves altering the genetic information of an organism by introducing specific changes to its DNA. This can be done by inserting new genes, removing existing genes, or modifying the expression of certain genes. Techniques such as CRISPR-Cas9 allow for precise editing of DNA sequences, enabling scientists to target specific genes and make desired modifications. Once the genetic information has been modified, the organism's cells will start producing proteins based on the new instructions encoded in its DNA.
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Does an apple seed contain all genetic information?
Yes, an apple seed contains all the genetic information necessary for the growth and development of an apple tree. This genetic information is stored in the form of DNA within the seed and dictates the traits and characteristics of the resulting tree, including fruit size, color, and taste. Through the process of germination, the genetic information within the seed is activated, leading to the growth of a new apple tree.
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Why don't fraternal twins have the same genetic information?
Fraternal twins, also known as dizygotic twins, develop from two separate eggs fertilized by two different sperm cells. As a result, they do not share the same genetic information because they come from different genetic backgrounds. Each twin inherits a unique combination of genes from their parents, leading to variations in their genetic makeup. This genetic diversity is what distinguishes fraternal twins from identical twins, who develop from a single fertilized egg and share the same genetic information.
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Genetic Ethics : An Introduction
Colin Farrelly contemplates the various ethical and social quandaries raised by the genetic revolution.Recent biomedical advances such as genetic screening, gene therapy and genome editing might be used to promote equality of opportunity, reproductive freedom, healthy aging, and the prevention and treatment of disease.But these technologies also raise a host of ethical questions: Is the idea of “genetically engineering” humans a morally objectionable form of eugenics?Should parents undergoing IVF be permitted to screen embryos for the sex of their offspring?Would it be ethical to alter the rate at which humans age, greatly increasing longevity at a time when the human population is already at potentially unsustainable levels?Farrelly applies an original virtue ethics framework to assess these and other challenges posed by the genetic revolution.Chapters discuss virtue ethics in relation to eugenics, infectious and chronic disease, evolutionary biology, epigenetics, happiness, reproductive freedom and longevity.This fresh approach creates a roadmap for thinking ethically about technological progress that will be of practical use to ethicists and scientists for years to come.Accessible in tone and compellingly argued, this book is an ideal introduction for students of bioethics, applied ethics, biomedical sciences, and related courses in philosophy and life sciences.
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Genetic Cabaret Signed CD
In the privacy of a worldclass studio with legendary recording engineer and sound alchemist Steve Albini In Utero by Nirvana, Rid Of Me by PJ Harvey, Surfa Rosa by Pixies too many stonecold legends to parenthesize, Asylums have recorded new album Genetic Cabaret, their genius follow up to 2018s acclaimed Alien Human Emotions. Whilst recording, the band split their time between Chicago, whose big honest soul superseded the garish horrifying pantomime of Trumps America, Norway and Germany, where Brexit shame was temporarily suppressed like a bad nightmare. The 4 pieces are now back on the floundering isle of chaos that is home, nails bloody from picking the real from the farce and bursting at the guts with tales of runaway adventures, magpie wisdom and furious hope. Asylums have big new things to say.
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Genetic Disaster Steam Key
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Does an apple seed contain all the genetic information?
Yes, an apple seed contains all the genetic information necessary to grow into a mature apple tree. The genetic information in the seed determines the characteristics of the tree, such as its size, shape, fruit quality, and resistance to diseases. When the seed germinates and grows, this genetic information is expressed through the tree's development and eventual fruit production.
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Is the genetic information of homologous chromosomes the same?
No, the genetic information of homologous chromosomes is not exactly the same. While homologous chromosomes carry genes for the same traits, they may have different versions of those genes, known as alleles. This genetic variation between homologous chromosomes is a result of genetic recombination during meiosis, where segments of DNA are exchanged between homologous chromosomes, leading to different combinations of alleles. This genetic diversity is important for creating variation within a population and for the process of evolution.
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How are genetic information passed on as nucleic acids?
Genetic information is passed on as nucleic acids through the process of DNA replication and cell division. During DNA replication, the double-stranded DNA molecule unwinds and separates into two strands, and each strand serves as a template for the synthesis of a new complementary strand. This results in two identical DNA molecules, each containing one original strand and one newly synthesized strand. During cell division, the replicated DNA is distributed equally between the two daughter cells, ensuring that each cell receives a complete set of genetic information in the form of nucleic acids. This process allows genetic information to be passed on from one generation to the next.
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Are TV and radio stations obligated to broadcast news?
TV and radio stations are not legally obligated to broadcast news, but many choose to do so as part of their commitment to serving the public interest. In some countries, there may be regulations or licensing requirements that mandate a certain amount of news programming, but this varies by jurisdiction. Ultimately, the decision to include news in their programming is up to the individual stations and their management.
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