"Innovations in Biology makes bewildering and complex discoveries comprehensive for students and general readers. Inside, readers will find an introductory overview of key developments in biology since 1900; a detailed chronology of milestones in biology; biographical sketches of influential scientists of the twentieth century and their roles in advancing the science; annotated listings of related organizations, works for further reading, and Web sites; and a comprehensive dictionary of more than 1,200 biological terms and concepts."--BOOK JACKET. "Innovations in Biology covers all major advances in the field: important breakthroughs in developmental and cell biology, the emergence of biotechnology and genetic engineering, the Human Genome Project, the pivotal role of computers, new discoveries in technology and instrumentation, and more."--BOOK JACKET.