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Genetics History: A Letter to Hollywood
Genetics history is just as dramatic, inspiring and exciting as any other era, endeavour or event in world history. Far from being a dry academic subject it has the power to shape the lives of every person on the planet. And the world needs to know more about it. Dear big time movie director...

Published by Paul Arnold (15,324 pts ) on Nov 2, 2009 to
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Oswald Avery and a Big Moment in the History of Genetics
The history of genetics has been created by many brilliant scientists. However, all the attention goes to only a few big names such as Crick and Watson. Oswald Avery is one of the unsung heroes of genetics, and it was his work in 1944 that concluded that DNA transmitted hereditary information.

Published by Paul Arnold (15,324 pts ) on Sep 11, 2009 to
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The Scientists Who Discovered DNA Structure
It was Crick and Watson's landmark paper that detailed the double helical structure of DNA. But there's a long list of inspirational scientists who played key roles in one of the biggest discoveries of the twentieth century.

Published by Paul Arnold (15,324 pts ) on Sep 11, 2009 to
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The Top Ten Most Important Scientists in Genetics
You may agree, or disagree with my selection of famous scientists; personal lists are always arbitrary affairs, but here goes with my list of candidates for the top ten most import scientists in genetics.

Published by Paul Arnold (15,324 pts ) on May 31, 2009 to
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DNA Looping and Gene Expression
DNA looping is a curious phenomenon that controls gene expression in cells. It is strongly suspected of playing a major role in conditions such as cancer, and could potentially provide scientists with new therapeutics against serious genetic diseases.

Published by Paul Arnold (15,324 pts ) on Apr 30, 2009 to
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Famous Scientists in Genetics ....
...that you might not have heard about. Whilst Crick, Watson and Mendel grabbed many of the headlines, there were dozens of other equally skilful and devoted scientists making major discoveries that have contributed to genetics and biotechnology. Here's our pick of some of the best.

Published by Paul Arnold (15,324 pts ) on Mar 2, 2009 to
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DNA Structure: Antiparallel DNA Strands
The DNA molecule is a beautifully elegant structure. In this article we will look at how the sugar phosphate backbones, the DNA strands are arranged.

Published by cool-deviant (1,873 pts ) on Nov 13, 2008 to
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