Heredity
Heredity involves the transmission of traits through genetic material from parents to their offspring. Learn about genetic conditions including cystic fibrosis and congenital insensitivity to pain with anhidrosis. See more »
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Biotechnology covers varied topics about heredity and modern medicine. Learn about hereditary illnesses, artificial blood, hearing aids, and more in this section.
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Modern Medicine has helped people overcome many health problems and conditions. From artificial blood and hearts to nuclear medicine and proton therapy, discover a variety of cutting edge medical products and techniques in this section. See more »
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How Nuclear Medicine Works
Nuclear materials get used in many forms of nuclear medicine -- everything from PET scans to chemotherapy uses them. Learn how nuclear medicine works.
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