The Code Breaker: Jennifer Doudna, Gene Editing, and the Future of the Human Race

books by Walter Isaacson

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When Jennifer Doudna was in sixth grade, she came home one day to find that her dad had left a paperback titled The Double Helix on her bed. As she sped through the pages, she became enthralled by the intense drama behind the competition to discover the code of life. Even though her high school counselor told her girls didn’t become scientists, she decided she would.Driven by a passion to understand how nature works and to turn discoveries into inventions, she would help to make what the book’s author, James Watson, told her was the most important biological advance since his co-discovery of the structure of DNA. She and her collaborators turned ​a curiosity ​of nature into an invention that will transform the human race: an easy-to-use tool that can edit DNA. Known as CRISPR, it opened... This book provides a well-rounded reading experience by combining engaging storytelling with thoughtful exploration of ideas. Its balanced approach ensures that readers remain entertained while also finding meaning within the narrative. The narrative’s clarity makes it accessible to readers with varying levels of familiarity with the subject matter. This inclusivity broadens the book’s appeal and usability.