A "sum of biotechnology of Alexander Панчина is an enthralling popular scientific recital of genetically modified organisms (ГМО), their safety and methods of creation, and also about other biotechnologies that appeared in the center of public discussions. From a book you hear all interesting about reading of molecules, possibility of cloning of man, creation of chimeras, artificial impregnation and genetic diagnostics DNA, oh modern methods of treatment of the inherited diseases by means of genic therapy, about the prospects of extension of human life and victory over aging. At the same time in a book the popular in society myths, related to introduction of biotechnologies in practice, and reasons of origin of false fears, are taken apart in detail.