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Gene Story

Human heredity and what's been learnt about our genes and what will be the impact?

World Service,12 episodes

Episodes

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The First Draft of Human Genome Project
The first draft was made available in the year 2000
11 Sep 2001,13 mins
Inherited Resemblance
Do you look more similar to your mum or your dad?
27 Sep 2001,13 mins
Human Genome Project Achievements
The Human Genome Project, the achievements really are startling
03 Oct 2001,13 mins
What is a Gene?
Genes are important to keep our bodies functioning correctly
10 Oct 2001,13 mins
Genes and Development
Developmental problems can occur for a foetus during pregnancy or arise later in life
17 Oct 2001,13 mins
Behavioural Genetics
Discussing the role of behavioural genetics
24 Oct 2001,13 mins
Genetic Testing
Would you get your genes tested to help prevent disease?
31 Oct 2001,13 mins
Genes and the Legal System
The use of genetic knowledge reaches beyond human health
14 Nov 2001,13 mins
Intervention in Inherited Conditions
Intervention and gene therapy to help with inherited disorders
15 Nov 2001,13 mins
UK Genetic Study
A large scale genetic study is being planned in the UK
21 Nov 2001,13 mins
Patenting and Insurance
Issues of patenting and insurance in genetic research
28 Nov 2001,13 mins
Germline Gene Therapy
Would you like to remove disease in your descendants?
05 Dec 2001,13 mins