Explore the fascinating world of epigenetics in this 39-minute lecture by molecular biologist Nessa Carey. Discover why DNA is not your destiny and how epigenetics shapes life. Learn about the importance of gene expression, the structure of DNA, and how environmental factors can influence genetic outcomes. Delve into intriguing topics such as intangible variation, the rise of misery memoirs, and virgin birth in animals. Examine groundbreaking experiments like the Cherry Blossom Experiment and explore the concept of Lamarckism. Gain insights into how epigenetics is revolutionizing our understanding of disease treatment, drug addiction, and the long-term effects of childhood trauma. This informative talk provides a comprehensive introduction to the rapidly evolving field of epigenetics and its profound implications for biology and medicine.
Overview
Syllabus
Introduction
The Human Genome
Intangible variation
Maggot and fly
We are epigenetics
The Time Machine
The Structure
Gene Expression
Epigenetics
The rise of misery memoirs
Virgin birth
Azim Surrani
Cherry Blossom Experiment
Lamarckism
Taught by
The Royal Institution
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Reviews
5.0 rating, based on 2 Class Central reviews
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Thank you Nessa Carey!
Your class was very engaging and interesting.
I've only just found out about epigenetics and your class gave a lot of insight.
I'm looking forward to learning more about epigenetics and reading your books on them.
Thank you again! -
This was a very quick overview of epigenetics in very simple terms that almost everyone could understand!
