Why We Die: The New Science of Longevity - 'Changed my perspective on the whole living world' Chris Van Tulleken

Venki Ramakrishnan

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Idioma: inglés

Editorial: Hodder & Stoughton, United Kingdom, London, 2024

1529369258 / 9781529369250

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A groundbreaking exploration of the science of longevity from Nobel Prize-winning molecular biologist Venki Ramakrishnan 'Enthralling and packed with insights.' - BILL BRYSON'A must-read.' - STEPHEN FRY'Spectacular. Changed my perspective on the whole living world but most of all myself.' - CHRIS VAN TULLEKEN__________________How can science help us live better and longer? We are living through an exciting revolution in biology. Giant strides are being made in our understanding of why we age, and why some species live longer than others. Will we soon be able to cheat disease and death and live for a very long time, possibly many times our current lifespan?In Why We Die, Ramakrishnan takes us on a riveting journey to the frontiers of biology. He explains the latest scientific understanding of exactly why we age and how we might prevent it. He examines the cutting-edge efforts to extend lifespan by altering our natural biology and raises profound questions. Might death serve a necessary biological purpose? As science advances, what will it mean for us all if people start living longer? And how can we increase our chances of living long, healthy and fulfilled lives?Why We Die is a narrative of uncommon insight and beauty from one of our leading public intellectuals.'An incredible journey.' - SIDDHARTHA MUKHERJEE'Joyfully alive' - STEVE BRUSATTE'Scientists do not come much more eminent than Venki Ramakrishnan. wonderfully readable. fascinating.' FINANCIAL TIMES*As heard on BBC Radio 4 Start the Week*. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.…

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Título
Why We Die: The New Science of Longevity - 'Changed my perspective on the whole living world' Chris Van Tulleken
Autor
Venki Ramakrishnan
Editorial
Hodder & Stoughton, United Kingdom, London
Año de publicación
2024
Estado
Very Good
Encuadernación
Paperback
Idioma
inglés
ISBN 10
1529369258
ISBN 13
9781529369250
Peso del artículo
399 gramos
Dimensiones
152.0 x 232.0

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