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Life on the Edge

The Coming of Age of Quantum Biology

Johnjoe McFadden

Explore the mysteries of life and the universe with Life on the Edge, a New York Times bestseller that uses quantum mechanics to reveal the missing ingredient in the creation of life. Authors Jim Al-Khalili and Johnjoe McFadden dive into the exciting world of quantum biology, showcasing recent experiments and discoveries that shed new light on life's biggest puzzles. From explaining how birds know where to migrate to revealing how our genes copy themselves with such precision, Life on the Edge offers a fascinating and accessible look at the cutting edge of science. Winner of the Stephen Hawking Medal for Science Communication, this book is a must-read for anyone curious about the mysteries of our universe.
Publish Date
2015-07-28T00:00:00.000Z
2015-07-28T00:00:00.000Z
first published in 2014
Goodreads Rating
4.11
ISBN
9780307986825
Recommendations
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Each chapter illustrates one of life’s puzzles and makes you think differently about the world.      source