Episodes
Part One interweaves present-day stories with the discoveries of pioneers in genetics.
Part Two begins with the signature scientific achievement of our time.
Extras
How do viruses work? Sort of like an alien invasion that replaces our cell’s genetic code.
In this episode, we delve into the difficulties of resurrecting extinct animals.
The story of a young family with two children who have spinal muscular atrophy (SMA).
Dive into the difference between dominant and recessive genes.
The human genome and this generations responsibility to protect, understand, and intervene
A peek into the race to sequence the human genome and some of the possible consequences.
Did you know that the DNA can be read whole or in part, producing different results?
How many genes does it take to build an organ as complex as the human brain?