The modern fast-moving world of science will have far-reaching impacts on our lives. This work should be useful reading for anyone who wants to know more about how their future will be affected, as well as providing accessible and stimulating material for secondary school and college students. This title examines the major discoveries and innovations in biology since the turn of the 20th century and highlights the prospects for the 21st century. It contains a chronology of major milestones, biographies of the most important scientists and lists of Websites and organizations.