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Book Review: The Serif Fairy, by Rene Siegfred

This article is a review of Rene Siegfried's "The Serif Fairy," a book that teaches young children about typography.

Book Review: The Spider Weaver: A Legend of Kente Cloth

This article reviews The Spider Weaver: A Legend of Kente Cloth, by Margaret Musgrove and illustrated by Julia Cairns and describes age-appropriate activities that can accompany the book.

Chromosomal Abnormalities: Reciprocal and Robertsonian Translocations

This article provides the reader with an overview of two chromosomal abnormalities; reciprocal and Robertsonian translocations, along with a discussion about how translocations impact fertility.

Pioneers in Genetics: D. Bernard Amos and the Genetics of Individuality

This article highlights the achievements, both research and organizational of D. Bernard Amos (1923-2003), a distinguished scientist whose work greatly improved our understanding of the genetics of individuality and how this could be exploited...

Profiles in Genetics: Herbert Boyer

This article profiles Herbert Boyer, co-creator of the world's first genetically engineered organism and co-founder of biotech giant Genentech, Inc.

Canavan Disease

This article describes the characteristics, pathophysiology, and current research into Canavan Disease.

Familial Dysautonomia (FD)

This article describes the characteristics, pathophysiology, and treatment of familial dysautonomia.

What is the Ashkenazi Jewish Genetic Panel?

The Ashkenazi (e.g., Eastern European) Jewish genetic panel is a carrier identification blood test for prospective parents of Ashkenazi Jewish heritage. The panel is used to determine if either parent is a carrier of any of the ten rare genetic...

What is a Genetic Counselor?

This article describes the role and responsibilities of a genetic counselor.

Gaucher Disease

This article describes the symptoms, pathophysiology, and treatment of Gaucher Disease.