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What Is Epigenetics? - With Nessa Carey

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This introductory lecture explains how epigenetic processes regulate gene expression and shape organisms beyond the DNA sequence itself. It connects epigenetics with topics including the human genome, heredity, Lamarckism, disease, addiction, and childhood trauma.

Syllabus

Introduction
The Human Genome
Intangible variation
Maggot and fly
We are epigenetics
The Time Machine
The Structure
Gene Expression
Epigenetics
The rise of misery memoirs
Virgin birth
Azim Surrani
Cherry Blossom Experiment
Lamarckism

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The Royal Institution

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4.7 rating, based on 3 Class Central reviews

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  • MALAVIKA SRIMADHUR MOHANKUMAR
    The concepts were explained clearly and were accompanied by practical examples and hands-on experiments, which significantly enhanced my understanding. This approach made even abstract topics feel accessible and engaging.
  • Ehsan Misaghi
    This was a very quick overview of epigenetics in very simple terms that almost everyone could understand!
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    Friday Glory Ojonimi
    Thank you Nessa Carey!
    Your class was very engaging and interesting.
    I've only just found out about epigenetics and your class gave a lot of insight.
    I'm looking forward to learning more about epigenetics and reading your books on them.
    Thank you again!
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