supercrest's review
5.0
Very insightful read, with recent examples mapping the development of genetic editing technology globally. Palatable and easily digestible, this book provides many interesting angles on gene editing technology and its bioethical concerns.
tilduke's review
informative
reflective
medium-paced
4.25
Note: I received this copy from Netgalley as an ARC. This has not impacted my review.
I really loved this book - breaking down gene editing into terms and concepts that could be read by laypersons. It's a thoroughly engaging topic that is yet to be truly explored in any books I have encountered previously.
I know know infinitely more about CRISPR and the repercussions of gene editing on a society - including the premise of increasing our IQ and life expectancy in the near future and essentially "beating evolution".
I thoroughly recommend this title to anyone who is interested in gene editing but has always been too afraid to dive in due to its perceived complexity.
I really loved this book - breaking down gene editing into terms and concepts that could be read by laypersons. It's a thoroughly engaging topic that is yet to be truly explored in any books I have encountered previously.
I know know infinitely more about CRISPR and the repercussions of gene editing on a society - including the premise of increasing our IQ and life expectancy in the near future and essentially "beating evolution".
I thoroughly recommend this title to anyone who is interested in gene editing but has always been too afraid to dive in due to its perceived complexity.
lizziesharples's review
5.0
***ARC provided by the publisher via Netgalley.co.uk in return for an honest review ***
A really good read with lots of interesting information. I thought the author was really effective at breaking down a complex information into digestible chunks making the book accessible to a much wider audience.
I've already added another of the author's book to my reading list so that speaks for itself!
A really good read with lots of interesting information. I thought the author was really effective at breaking down a complex information into digestible chunks making the book accessible to a much wider audience.
I've already added another of the author's book to my reading list so that speaks for itself!
alpearson's review
This book is written in a way that allows the idea of gene editing to be manageable for the average reader. As someone obtaining a degree in the field, it was a welcome change of pace to see the variety of potential advantages and disadvantages presented in this way.
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