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Gene Therapy

By Vic Kovacs

Book information

Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing LLLP
Year
2016
ISBN
9781482461695, 9781482460995, 9781482461688, 9781482460988
Language
english
Format
EPUB
Filesize
8 MB (8658789 bytes)
Series
Miracles of Medicine
Pages
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Time added
2023-03-11 15:15:52
Juvenile Nonfiction; Science; JNF051030

Description

Gene therapy is a perennial hot-button issue in today's news cycle. This relatively new and experimental field involves inserting genetically altered genes into cells to replace defective genes. It can treat genetic disorders or provide a specialized disease-fighting function. The multifaceted topics surrounding gene therapy, DNA, techniques, challenges, and risks, are presented in this clear, understandable text, so that readers can grasp the ramifications and ethical concerns of this incredible technology. While gene therapy is currently only being tested for the treatment of diseases that have no cures, genetic engineering for many ailments and conditions is a very real possibility of the near future.

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