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He moved on to study genes and heredity in fruit flies. Was expecting more scientific discussion on epigenetics. Epigenetics is a relatively esoteric subfield of biology to be sure, every subfield is necessarily esoteric, so if you currently have little or no biology expertise, i. These books could change your entire perspective on dna and life. The exciting science of epigenetics is very much like a switch on the outside of the genetic circuits and genome that influences the behaviors of a gene. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
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