{"product_id":"mirror-biology-the-science-of-chiral-life-and-molecular-symmetry-9798196306266","title":"Mirror Biology: The Science of Chiral Life and Molecular Symmetry","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Z. Dickin\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Life Sciences - General\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMirror Biology is an emerging theoretical framework that explores one of the most fundamental yet often overlooked aspects of life: \u003cb\u003emolecular chirality\u003c\/b\u003e, or \"handedness.\" While conventional biology is built entirely on left-handed amino acids (L-amino acids) and right-handed sugars (D-sugars), nature does not strictly forbid the existence of the opposite arrangement. This opens a fascinating scientific possibility-the concept of \u003cb\u003emirror life systems\u003c\/b\u003e, built from reversed molecular chirality.\u003cbr\u003eThe purpose of this book is to present a structured, comprehensive, and accessible exploration of mirror biology, spanning from basic chemical principles to advanced theoretical applications. It is not intended to replace established biological science, but rather to extend it into a broader conceptual space where alternative forms of biochemistry can be imagined, analyzed, and potentially synthesized. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eScope of the Book\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book systematically develops mirror biology through twenty progressive chapters covering: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe fundamental chemistry of chirality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMolecular asymmetry in biological systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMirror forms of DNA, RNA, proteins, and enzymes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSynthetic and laboratory-based creation of mirror biomolecules\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngineering and control of mirror biological systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedical and pharmaceutical applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndustrial and technological uses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAstrobiological implications and extraterrestrial possibilities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdvanced materials and nanotechnology applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTheoretical intelligence and complex system behavior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetection methods and scientific limitations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEthical, philosophical, and future considerations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003eEach chapter is designed to build upon the previous one, gradually developing a complete conceptual framework. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Independently Published","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":47892826718359,"sku":"9798196306266","price":1699.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9798196306266.webp?v=1781189248","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/mirror-biology-the-science-of-chiral-life-and-molecular-symmetry-9798196306266","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}