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The life we created – Shapiro Beth – IS – 2023 – ISBN 978-5-17-146297-0

The life we created
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Beth Shapiro, an ecologist and evolutionary biologist, studies the DNA of extinct organisms and archaeological remains. Although the field of ancient DNA is still very young, Shapiro is ready to share her first discoveries with readers. Her book consists of two parts: the first examines our past using data obtained from ancient DNA, and the second depicts our future through the lens of biotechnology.
Shapiro explains that ancient DNA reveals the constant influence of humans on the species around us. She details the processes of extermination and domestication that have influenced both animal evolution and our own. It turns out that even modern bison are the result of selective breeding. The second half of the book discusses genetic modification and the widespread resistance it encounters in society. Shapiro examines biotechnological initiatives in detail and explains why we shouldn't fear them. They may allow us to preserve endangered species, eliminate pests and disease vectors, and create entirely new foods.
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