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The immortal cell : one scientist's quest to solve the mystery of human aging / Michael D. West.
- Title
- The immortal cell : one scientist's quest to solve the mystery of human aging / Michael D. West.
- Author
- West, Michael (Michael D.)
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| Status | Format | Access | Call Number | Item Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Text | Request in advance | QH442.2 .W47 2003 | Off-site |
Details
- Description
- xii, 244 p. : ill.; 22 cm.
- Summary
- "Dr. West was set on a quest to find a scientific solution to the devastating effects of disease and death after the death of his father. He became immersed in the study of cell aging and the discovery of the cellular "clock" telomerase - the mechanism that controls cell aging. His work led him to found the biotechnology company Geron, a pioneer in the field of stem cell research. His new company, Advanced Cell Technology, is the only organization in the United States pursuing human therapeutic cloning research - research in the field of "regenerative medicine" intended to repair damaged and diseased human organs and tissues." "Part memoir, part adventure story, The Immortal Cell chronicles the breakthroughs Dr. West and other scientists have made in biotechnology over the past decade - and the astonishing potential they offer us to cure diseases and improve the quality of human life."--BOOK JACKET.
- Subject
- ISBN
- 0385509286
- LCCN
- 2003055347
- Owning Institutions
- Columbia University Libraries