Resources: Genetics and GenomicsLINKSThe Human Genome Project (HGP) has finished its initial sequencing of the 3 billion letters in the human genome. The ultimate goal of this massive, global effort is to develop new ways to detect, treat, cure, and prevent the thousands of diseases that afflict the world. The HGP will have more impact on civilization than any other project in history. Their site reflects this wealth and potential and is the finest source of links to other resources on the Web. The American Association for the Advancement of Science has a profusely illustrated online book, Your Genes, Your Choices, using different real-life scenarios to introduce genetics and the choices posed by genetic tests. Also available in print with a companion video. The Office of Genetics and Disease Prevention of the Center for Disease Control provides public health professionals and others with current information on the impact of human genetic research and gene discoveries on disease prevention and health promotion. Excellent review of scientific literature reporting on discoveries of genetic variants, related disease outcomes, and the complex social, legal, and ethical issues surrounding genetic discoveries. The DNA Files were produced by National Public Radio with a grant from the National Science Foundation. John Hockenberry hosts nine one-hour programs on the world of genetics. Learn the stories of real people whose lives have been changed in ways that seemed unimaginable only a few years ago. Understand the science and the decisions we face as experts and public watchdogs explore the issues. The site hosts an interactive bulletin board on Marfan Syndrome, breast cancer, and other genetics-related subjects. It also has one of the Web's best resource guides to genetics research. GeneEd is the leading provider of e-Learning solutions for life science, combining advanced web technologies, creative design, and educational skills into a rich learning experience. Especially if you are a professional wishing to broaden or deepen your understanding of genetics, GeneEd has virtual courses and other options to help you and an excellent genetics glossary. Genomics: A Global Resource offers superior coverage of news in genomics; thorough coverage of journals, magazines, and periodicals; and the Web's best review of state, national, and global genomics-related legislation and legal issues. About is a good source of biotechnology industry information, news, book reviews, chats, and forums. It also has a related site on genetics. ExploreDNA: A site exploring DNA and its relevance for society today - interestingly explained in layman's terms. Biology-Online.org DNA Testing, Technology, Products and Services - The DNA Directory provides information and services for medical, paternity, criminal and general DNA testing, education and research. BOOKSGenome: The Autobiography of a Species in 23 Chapters by Matt Ridley. Harper Collins, ISBN 0-06-019497-9. Genome is natural, human and science history, but most of all it is human biology with a big "B." Science editor and reporter Matt Ridley takes on life-size issues like, immortality, free will, instinct, personality and politics, and puts them into a genetic context based on the 23 chromosomes. You know this is working when you get to X and Y, the sex chromosomes and find that conflict, what else, is the topic. Well researched, intelligently written and full of stories and quotes that illustrate genomic science with all the vibrance and life that it deserves. A-Z Guide to Drug-Herb-Vitamin Interactions edited by Schulyer W. Lininger. Prima Heath, 1999, ISBN When your body is exposed to chemicals, natural or not, it has no way to tell whether they came from a prescription drug, an herbal remedy, or an everyday food. Whether it be licorice, ginseng or Prozac these substances have powerful pharmacological effects, and just like prescription medicines they may interact inside your body - sometimes to good effect, sometimes producing an adverse drug reaction. The A-Z guide to drug-herb-vitamin interactions is a comprehensive guide to what is known about the interactions between these substances. The alphabetical listings of commonly used, approved drugs include a sentence or two about the drug followed by specific information on its interactions with dietary supplements, herbs, foods and other compounds. Separate appendices list the ingredients in many over-the-counter drugs, drug interactions, and drugs by Pharmacist Classification. The hundreds of references organized by drug, are a comprehensive entre to the medical literature. At $19.95 this is one of the most cost-effective medical books you can own. It is bound to be an invaluable resource for those involved with complementary and integrative medicine. |
