Genetic engineering : dreams and nightmares. Part 1, Genetic engineering : how DNA works /

Part of a three-part series presented by David Cove, coauthor of A primer of genetics. Dr. Cove addresses the mechanics of DNA replication and the subject of genetic engineering. This episode discusses how organisms replicate. Dr. David Cove describes the structure and function of DNA as he covers h...

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Corporate Authors: Leeds University Television, Films for the Humanities (Firm)
Other Authors: Coltman, Peter, Cove, D. J.
Format: Video VHS
Language:English
Published: [Princeton, N.J.] : Films for the Humanities, [2001]
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Summary:Part of a three-part series presented by David Cove, coauthor of A primer of genetics. Dr. Cove addresses the mechanics of DNA replication and the subject of genetic engineering. This episode discusses how organisms replicate. Dr. David Cove describes the structure and function of DNA as he covers how coding sequences and promoters work together to create proteins from amino acids. DNA's remarkable suitability as a medium for duplicating the blueprints of life both rapidly and accurately in a simple yet precise language is emphasized.
Item Description:Part title from cassette label and container.
Videorecording.
Physical Description:1 videocassette (16 min.) : sound, color ; 1/2 in.
Format:VHS.