Science

The Unpredictability of Heredity

THE INHERITANCE OF LOSS

Carl Zimmer's latest book, 'She Has Her Mother's Laugh,' explores the history and future of what we know—and think we know—about heredity.

Carl Zimmer
Carl Zimmer
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Carl Zimmer

Carl Zimmer

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