Biology, Computing, and the History of Molecular Sequencing From Proteins to DNA, 1945-2000 |
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| Author:
| García-Sancho, M. |
| Series title: | Science, Technology and Medicine in Modern History Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-349-32122-3 |
| Publication Date: | Jan 2012 |
| Publisher: | Palgrave Macmillan Limited
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| Imprint: | Palgrave Macmillan |
| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $32.00USD $54.99 |
Book Description:
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Sequencing is often associated with the Human Genome Project and celebrated achievements concerning the DNA molecule. However, the history of this practice comprises not only academic biology, but also the world of computer-assisted information management. The book uncovers this history, qualifying the hype and expectations around genomics.
Sequencing is often associated with the Human Genome Project and celebrated achievements concerning the DNA molecule. However, the history of this practice comprises not only academic biology, but also the world of computer-assisted information management. The book uncovers this history, qualifying the hype and expectations around genomics.