Publisher's Synopsis
From the color of our eyes to the determination of our biological sex, the origin of human life holds mysteries that have captivated humanity for centuries. Today, modern science allows us to decipher the intricate processes that shape us from our very first cell. Daniel Pellicer and Adrián Villalba guide us on a fascinating journey through human embryonic development, revealing how nature has perfected, over millions of years, a formula where genetic precision converges with chance. With an innovative approach, the authors unravel the complexity hidden behind an apparently everyday phenomenon: our own birth. This work not only sheds light on the molecular mechanisms that orchestrate our existence and development, but also explores the frontiers of modern biotechnology, which allows us to understand --and potentially modify-- processes that were previously the exclusive domain of nature. The authors place special emphasis on making visible the fundamental role of women in embryonic development to claim their place in a traditionally biased scientific field, while inviting us to marvel at the precision and beauty of our own biology.
