Miracle Cure? A Decade of the Human Genome
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New York, N.Y. : Infobase, [2011], c2010.
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English
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Encoded with permission for digital streaming by Infobase on June 02, 2011.
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Description
Announced at the dawn of the 21st century, the first draft of the human genome map hinted at a new world of personalized medicine and targeted gene therapies. After more than a decade, how close are we to that scientific utopia? This program looks for answers as it follows three individuals who hope their serious genetic disorders may soon be treated or cured. Sophie, 21, has cystic fibrosis. She wonders if the gene therapy that has saved a young boy from a deadly immunological disease might point to an answer for CF. Meanwhile, Tom, a 35-year-old alcoholic, visits a lab that has helped identify the genetic basis of his affliction, and Emma, also 35, longs for reassurance that her son won't suffer from genetically inherited cancer as she has.
Target Audience
8 & up.
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Mode of access: Internet.
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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
(20112010). Miracle Cure?: A Decade of the Human Genome . Infobase.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)20112010. Miracle Cure?: A Decade of the Human Genome. Infobase.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Miracle Cure?: A Decade of the Human Genome Infobase, 20112010.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Miracle Cure?: A Decade of the Human Genome Infobase, 20112010.
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