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Dean H. Hamer

Dean H. Hamer is a preeminent geneticist and the author of The Science of Desire, New York Times Notable Book of the Year, and Living with Our Genes. Together with his scientific collaborators at the National Cancer Institute at the National Institutes of Health, he has authored more than 100 articles for popular and academic science journals. His television appearances include Good Morning AmericaDateline, Oprah, national news shows, and documentaries for HBO, PBS, and the Discovery Channel. Dr. Hamer received his PhD from Harvard University and is the recipient of numerous awards, including the Ariens Kappers Award for Neurobiology.
Living with Our Genes

Books

Living with Our Genes

Get Inspired! Books for After-School Clubs & Activities

Coordinating after-school clubs and activities in your school community? Explore our collection of books that will help students discover their passion for new (and screen-free!) hobbies. Focusing on topics such as art, board games, crafting, cooking, nature, sports, and more—these books are bound to spark imagination and movement. Browse the middle school and high school

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