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Explains the structure of DNA and how its code works. Explores the related issues of genetic engineering, gene therapy, stem cell research, and cloning.

Shows how scientists are trying to use genetic engineering to produce food, heal the sick, and change the world.

Looks at possible future methods for prolonging life, such as genetic engineering and the use of artificial body parts.

Examines both sides of the genetic engineering issue.

Presents a selection of primary sources that provide insights into all sides of the debate over genetic engineering, exploring the questions of whether genetic engineering will benefit humanity, food, and farming, whether the engineering of human genes is ethical, and whether the practice should be more closely regulated.

Eighteen-year-old Eli discovers a shocking secret about his life and his family while working for a Nobel Prize-winning scientist whose specialty is genetic engineering.

After a short stay with an FBI agent who gives them a chance to attend school and live a normal life, the six genetically-altered, winged youths head toward Florida and Max's ultimate destiny-- to save the world, whether she wants to or not.

After the mutant Erasers abduct the youngest member of their group, the "birdkids, " who are the result of genetic experimentation, take off in pursuit and find themselves struggling to understand their own origins and purpose.

Explores the scientific principles and ethical issues of genetic engineering.

Examines the issue of genetic engineering, including such topics as its impact on society and the need for regulation.

Discusses the science of genetics, the first successful cloning of a mammal, its implications, and its ethical aspects.

Discusses the methods, regulation, and ethics of cloning in relation to agriculture, medicine, endangered species, and human beings.

A colorfully illustrated overview of topics and issues in genetic engineering, including genetically modified food, genetic perfection, human cloning, and genetics and commerce, warfare, medicine, and civil liberties.

A discussion of the field of genetics, focusing on the study of the human genome, genetic engineering, and cloning.

Young Ender Wiggin may prove to be the military genius Earth needs to fight a desperate battle against a deadly alien race that will determine the future of the human race.