Genes : Escribiendo el guion de la vida

Can we track a bacterium after it has infected an entire population? Why do we need genetically modified crops? What traces do we leave behind when domesticating wild animals? In what ways do we resemble our closest evolutionary relatives? Would it be possible to resurrect an extinct species? Is everything written in our genes? Can DNA be modified to treat incurable diseases? Should we do so for other reasons? Do genetically edited people exist? Where does our genetic information end up? Is there DNA beyond our planet? These and other questions are answered in "Genes", a book in which fifteen science communicators explore—in an engaging yet rigorous manner—fascinating topics regarding the world of genetics and its major contributions to society. The subjects range from the definition of a gene and the mechanics of CRISPR editing tools to the de-extinction of ancient animals and the creation of artificial DNA. It is a collection of stories illustrating the journey of the genetic revolution over the past half-century—a discipline that is more vital than ever to the future of humanity. Are you ready to dive into the adventure of "Genes"?