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Biochemistry, genetics and molecular biology

Dr Leah Marks discusses molecular and cellular biology

Genetics is a subject that we often hear discussed in the media – and is full of interesting challenges and ethical issues. Related subject areas include molecular and cellular biology and biochemistry – but what’s the difference between them?

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