Joan Slonczewski
Joan Lyn Slonczewski ( born 1956 in New York City ) is an American molecular biologist and science-fiction author.
Life
Joan Slonczewski teaches biology at Kenyon College in Ohio.
Brings you the latest results of molecular biology into their science fiction to create a fascinating future. They can be among the most feminist writers; their characters do not correspond to gender stereotypes. A Door into Ocean with a water planet and exclusively female population speaks on this subject particularly clear. The novel was awarded the Campbell Award for best novel.
Daughter of Elysium moves from the molecular biology topic on the issue of artificial intelligence. Quite inconspicuous, the reader is introduced to " conscious " robots who demand " equal rights " with the people. In addition, issues of genetic engineering are illuminated in humans. The focus of the novel is a normal family with two children and an unusual ( for many people ) roles of the parents.