What if some of your cells were not your own? This month’s book club selection is a captivating and thought-provoking exploration of the fascinating scientific phenomenon of microchimerism. In Hidden Guests, science journalist Lise Barnéoud explores the emerging science of microchimerism: the presence in individuals of genetically distinct cells that originated in another person. How did a mother give birth to the genetic children of her “sister” who was never born? How was a man identified by DNA testing as the culprit of a crime he didn’t commit? How might you be carrying cells from your relatives or even strangers?

Space is limited; registration is required. Cancellation notified via email. 

Date: Sunday, November 29
Time: 7 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Location: online meeting; details emailed with registration confirmation
Cost: free to FOCC members; $5 donation appreciated for non-members
Ages: 12 and older

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