Mother Jones’ Illustrated Epigenetic Primer
Posted by Jillian Theil February 10, 2011
Biopolitical Times
Mother Jones recently ran a piece written and illustrated by editorial fellow, Joe Kloc, on the emerging science of epigenetics. In "The Illustrated Guide to Epigenetics," Kloc gives a basic introduction to epigenetics, and explores how non-genetic environmental factors such as smoking and stress can impact genetic expression. Considering that this important area of study receives considerably less attention than genetics, it is nice to see Mother Jones provide its readers with this pleasant primer. Of course, it remains to be seen if and how this emerging field will impact future medical, research and policy decisions.
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Previously on Biopolitical Times:
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- Answering Questions With Questions
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