The DNA Files

Genetic science affects us every day: our health, our food, our families. The DNA Files explains how.

Hosted by John Hockenberry and guided by a outstanding panel of advisors, the documentaries and features explore not only the science of genetics, but its ethical, social, and legal implications.

The programs tackle complex topics in a style that is evocative, creative and accessible. Scientists, government officials and corporate spokespeople offer their points of view ? as do individuals who have direct personal experience with the world of genetic research.

The series ? produced by SoundVision Productions? and distributed by National Public Radio ? has met with wide acclaim, winning such prestigious honors as:

* George Foster Peabody Award
* Alfred I. duPont-Columbia University Award
* American Association for the Advancement of Science Journalism Award
* Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Award
* Society of Professional Journalists Excellence in Journalism Public Service Broadcast Award
* American Institute of Biological Sciences Media Award for Broadcast Journalism
* Association of Women in Communications Clarion Award Hide full description

Genetic science affects us every day: our health, our food, our families. The DNA Files explains how. Hosted by John Hockenberry and guided by a outstanding panel of advisors, the documentaries and features explore not only the science of genetics, but its ethical, social, and legal implications. The programs tackle complex topics in a style that is evocative, creative and accessible. Scientists, government officials and corporate spokespeople offer their points of view ? as do individuals who have direct personal experience with the world of genetic research. The series ? produced by SoundVision Productions? and distributed by National Public Radio ? has met with wide acclaim, winning such prestigious honors as: * George Foster Peabody Award * Alfred I. duPont-Columbia... Show full description