Genesis Machines: The New Science of Biocomputing - Hardcover

Amos, Martyn

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 159020039X ISBN 13: 9781590200391

Publisher: Overlook Books, 2008

Synopsis

A new generation of computers is coming--and it's like nothing we've seen before. Today's leading scientists are building machines from real, wet, living biology. Cells, gels, and DNA strands are the "wetware" of the twentyfirst century, creating organic computers that open up revolutionary possibilities.

Tracing the roots of this cutting-edge science back to ancient times and revealing a brave new world to come, Genesis Machines describes how the stuff of science fiction is rapidly becoming a reality. This new technology will change the way we think, not only about computers--but about life itself.

About this title

About the Author

Dr Martyn Amos was awarded the world’s first Ph.D. in DNA computing; he is currently a Senior Lecturer in Computing and Mathematics at Manchester Metropolitan University, UK.

Review

"'Biocomputing is perhaps the most fascinating and potentially important area of science there is at the moment, and this book is an excellent introduction.' Professor Richard Jones, FRS, University of Sheffield 'Amos has witnessed the early years of this nascent science and writes about them with affection and enthusiasm' Sunday Times 'An eye-opening presentation... Amos makes the science accessible, with well-written and nicely structured explanations. It's clear that this field will continue to throw up dramatic advances.' New Statesman"

Edition details

• Publisher: Overlook Books
• Publication date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 159020039X
• ISBN 13: 9781590200391
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 368