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Welcome to the Biology Research Guide

Research in the Biology

Welcome to the Biology Research Guide! This guide will give you an overview of the resources and services available to the HCC community in Biology. 

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Background Sources

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Brenner's Encyclopedia of Genetics

Provides an effective way to quickly learn about any aspect of genetics, from Abortive Transduction to Zygotes.

Social DNA

What set our ancestors off on a separate evolutionary trajectory was the ability to flex their reproductive and social strategies in response to changing environmental conditions. 

Emerging Viruses

Essential Ultrasound Anatomy

Presenting sonography in the context of anatomy and clinical practice. Comprehensive coverage of the ultrasound images and important structures that are most frequently encountered in daily practice.

Dictionary of Microbiology & Molecular Biology

Covers the whole field of pure and applied microbiology and microbial molecular biology.

50 Biology Ideas You Really Need to Know

From mass extinction to immunity, and from sociobiology to swarm behaviour, 50 Biology Ideas You Really Need to Know will open you eyes to the fundamental biological processes that are essential to all life on earth, beginning with innovations unique to animals.

Genetically Modified Foods and the Global Food Supply

On the surface, it seems that genetically modified foods or GM foods are a reasonable defense against world hunger and malnutrition. They may offer solutions to other global problems as well. Critics argue that GM foods are unsafe and potentially hazardous to human health. 

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