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The Manga Guide to Molecular Biology Paperback – Illustrated, August 1, 2009

by Masaharu Takemura (Author), Sakura (Author), Becom Co. Ltd. (Author)
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Rin and Ami have been skipping molecular biology class all semester, and Professor Moro has had enough—he's sentencing them to summer school on his private island. But they're in store for a special lesson. Using Dr. Moro's virtual reality machine to travel inside the human body, they'll get a close-up look at the fascinating world of molecular biology.

Join them in The Manga Guide to Molecular Biology, and learn all about DNA, RNA, proteins, amino acids, and more. Along the way, you'll see chemical reactions first-hand and meet entertaining characters like Enzyme Man and Drinkzilla, who show how the liver metabolizes alcohol.

Together with Ami and Rin, you'll learn all about:
–The organelles and proteins inside cells, and how they support cellular functions
–The processes of transcription and translation, and your genes' role in synthesizing proteins
–The pieces that make up our genetic code, like nucleotides, codons, introns, and exons
–The processes of DNA replication, mitosis and cytokinesis
–Genetic technology like transduction and cloning, and the role of molecular biology in medicine

Whether you need a molecular biology refresher or you're just fascinated by the science of life, The Manga Guide to Molecular Biology will give you a uniquely fun and informative introduction.
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    12 years and up
  2. Print length
    240 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Dimensions
    7 x 0.52 x 9.25 inches
  5. Publisher
    No Starch Press
  6. Publication date
    August 1, 2009
  7. ISBN-10
    1593272022
  8. ISBN-13
    978-1593272029
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"A single tortured cry will escape the lips of every thirty-something biochem major who sees The Manga Guide to Molecular Biology: 'Why, oh why couldn't this have been written when I was in college?'"
—The San Francisco Examiner

"If you're in class and need a little help or inspiration in learning a particularly dry molecular biology subject, or if you know someone who does, check out The Manga Guide to Molecular Biology."
—Neatorama

"A fun and entertaining journey through elementary molecular biology, with lots of cartoons, and even some explanations of modern day science that is making waves, like knockout animals, stem cell research, and gene therapy."
—Neurotopia

"This quirky and cute approach sure beats a dry academic text, and may be a great way to attract brainy middle school girls to subjects that will pay off later in their lives."
—The Oakland Press

The Manga Guide to Molecular Biology "makes it possible for a 10-year-old to develop a decent working knowledge of a subject that sends most college students running for the hills."
—Skepticblog

"This is a well written text that wraps an interesting story around the scholarly quest for understanding and may be recommended for inquisitive young minds."
—Scientific Computing

"If you have an interest in molecular biology for any reason, I highly recommend this manga book."
—AstroNerdBoy's Anime & Manga Blog

"Apart from being a marvelous introduction to molecular biology, this Manga guide is a great example of how graphics can be used to explain complex scientific concepts."
—Linux Users of Victoria

"I enjoyed this book on two different levels. I needed a refresher in molecular biology. . . . I needed the manga tale also, to remind me how small our planet is getting and how transnational science, culture and education are today."
—Dr. Dobb's CodeTalk

"Provides an excellent overview of the main concepts, is a great introduction to the topic, and would be a powerful companion to a standard molecular biology textbook."
—TCM Reviews

About the Author

Masaharu Takemura is a Lecturer at the Tokyo University of Science in biology, molecular biology, and life sciences. A Doctor of Medical Science, Takemura has written several books about biology.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ No Starch Press; 1st edition (August 1, 2009)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 240 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1593272022
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1593272029
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 12 years and up
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7 x 0.52 x 9.25 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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5.0 out of 5 stars A good introduction to molecular biology
Reviewed in the United States on June 22, 2020
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I bought this off a YouTuber's recommendation and it's a decent base of knowledge. Great for anyone starting off in biology past high school level classes. Gave it to my kid, think he might enjoy it given his predisposition for anime and manga.
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David Fitch
5.0 out of 5 stars Molecular guide for Dummies
Reviewed in the United States on January 11, 2018
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Molecular guide for Dummies. Makes a very difficult topic a little manageable. I found myself going back over the same pages several times. Required memorization of definitions to keep things straight. I pick it up when I want to be humbled.
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Lee by the Sea
4.0 out of 5 stars An easy, entertaining, accurate entrance to its topic.
Reviewed in the United States on November 22, 2023
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Behind the cartoons is a good entry point to a complex field. If you are curious, start here even if you’re a lot older than its target audience.
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Shelb
5.0 out of 5 stars Manga guide to Molecular Biology
Reviewed in the United States on February 10, 2010
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I bought this for my granddaughter, but I was so interested that I read it too. Not being a biologist, it was all new to me. I think the author has done a very good job at explaining some of the concepts of molecular biology. I have given it to my granddaugher now, and hope that she will read it.
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Bicho Infernal
5.0 out of 5 stars Why, oh why didn't I had thet when I was studying!
Reviewed in the United States on October 15, 2012
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I am a Biologist and a high school teacher. In any of these two worlds, this is an amazing book. Highly recomended to remember the facts and to better explain them. I also recomend it to anyone who need to prepare an exam on molecular biology.
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Drew
5.0 out of 5 stars great, easy to read.
Reviewed in the United States on December 16, 2013
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Interesting and fun, much more palatable than a regular traditional textbook. Starts off easy and segues into much more advanced material than I expected but still a great read.
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Bob McDuffStuff
3.0 out of 5 stars Manga + Biology = Okay
Reviewed in the United States on May 30, 2013
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The Manga Guide to Molecular Biology is basically designed to get your feet wet with Biology, by pulling you in with a slightly amusing manga. The problem is that it's Biology. Every single chapter, nay, every couple of pages you are bombarded with dozens of new terms. The manga part basically breaks down every so often, where they are forced to give up drawing the panels, and begin lecturing you in Biology.
As far as the product goes, it's alright. They have some pretty good analogies to help understand some of the topics, and the Manga part makes studying Biology a little bit more appealing. Unfortunately, as Biology is a complicated subject, you only learn some of the real basics, and the manga half is kind of crummy. You'll need at least another biology book (or two) to supplement this.

Perhaps buy this if someone you know needs some motivation to start studying Biology. Or you're bored.
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janet b. durham
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Star Review
Reviewed in the United States on June 9, 2014
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This book was a requested birthday item for my grandson. He has enjoyed other Magna books, and had several on his birthday list.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Basic knowledge + Effective method to get it around your head.
Reviewed in India on April 8, 2023
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1). Great for beginners: This manga is perfect for people who are new to molecular biology and have limited knowledge of biology. It explains complex concepts in an easy-to-understand way, making it a great resource for those who are just starting out.

2). Suitable for high schoolers: This manga is also suitable for high school students who are studying biology. It covers a wide range of topics in molecular biology, making it a comprehensive resource for students at this level.

3). Good product quality: The product quality of this manga is excellent. It is well-made and durable, making it a great investment for anyone who is serious about learning molecular biology.

4). Fine print quality: The print quality of this manga is also good. The text and images are clear and easy to read, making it a pleasure to read and study from.
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Noctis V
5.0 out of 5 stars Anime y ciencias de la salud
Reviewed in Mexico on October 2, 2020
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Si eres estudiante y amas el anime, este es el mejor libro para ti, una forma bonita, divertida y práctica de aprender las bases de bioquímica e histologia, súper recomendado!
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aurimas
5.0 out of 5 stars Great manga book
Reviewed in Germany on June 15, 2019
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Good book for both molecular biology beginners and people who are into manga. It has good plot, education value and comedy.
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Gary
4.0 out of 5 stars good entry level text
Reviewed in Australia on March 14, 2021
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The book shows the molecular biology at an entry level and the cartoons add to the learning experience however for strict manga readers it does not start at the back of the book the use of text and graphics allows the message to go through in a number of ways allowing the reader to process more and gain knowledge which tends to have more traction.
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Isao Tsuzuki
5.0 out of 5 stars 海外でも出版賞を受賞した
Reviewed in Japan on July 5, 2019
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途上国カンボジアの生物教育関係者にプレゼントするために6冊購入したが、とても喜ばれた。
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