Presents an anthology of signed entries that examines the concepts, history, techniques, and ethics of correcting genes that are responsible for the development of disease, with a chronology listing events from 1859 to 2003.

Provides an introduction to creatures that have scales, including some mammals.

Profiles the life and work of Mendel and his study of genetics.

"This program chronicles the brilliant exploits and initiatives of Suleyman I, dubbed "the Magnificent" by an admiring Europe. During his 46 years as sultan, he more than doubled the territories inherited from his father, creating an empire bounded by Vienna in the west, the upper Arab peninsula in the east, the Crimea in the north, and Sudan in the south. In addition, art, architecture, science, theology, and the law all flourished under his rule--a...