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Stronger Than Steel
Spider Silk DNA and the Quest for Better Bulletproof Vests, Sutures, and Parachute Rope
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Exploring the innovative world of genetic engineering, the narrative immerses readers in Randy Lewis' lab, revealing the fascinating intersection of biology and technology through golden orb weaver spiders and genetically modified goats. The book highlights the potential of spider silk—a nearly indestructible material—for medical applications, like repairing ligaments, as well as enhancements in body armor and aviation. Additionally, it addresses the ethical implications of genetic research, making it a thought-provoking entry in the Scientists in the Field series.
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Stronger Than Steel, Bridget Heos
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- Rok wydania
- 2013
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- Tytuł
- Stronger Than Steel
- Podtytuł
- Spider Silk DNA and the Quest for Better Bulletproof Vests, Sutures, and Parachute Rope
- Język
- angielski
- Autorzy
- Bridget Heos
- Wydawca
- HarperCollins
- Rok wydania
- 2013
- Oprawa
- twarda
- Liczba stron
- 80
- ISBN13
- 9780547681269
- Kategorie
- Ocena
- 3,75 z 5
- Opis
- Exploring the innovative world of genetic engineering, the narrative immerses readers in Randy Lewis' lab, revealing the fascinating intersection of biology and technology through golden orb weaver spiders and genetically modified goats. The book highlights the potential of spider silk—a nearly indestructible material—for medical applications, like repairing ligaments, as well as enhancements in body armor and aviation. Additionally, it addresses the ethical implications of genetic research, making it a thought-provoking entry in the Scientists in the Field series.