Appropriate for a wide range of disciplines, from biology to non-biology, law and nursing majors, "DNA and Biotechnology" uses a straightforward and comprehensive writing style that gives the educated layperson a survey of DNA by presenting a brief history of genetics, a clear outline of techniques that are in use, and highlights of breakthroughs in hot topic scientific discoveries.

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