Jost Herbig (Cologne, 1938) is known for his extensive work as a science writer. His originality, commitment, and critical study reveal significant works such as Chain Reaction (Kettenreaktion, 1976), engineers genes (Gen-Ingenieure Die, 1978), The boom of the biosciences (Der Bio-Boom, 1982) food for the gods (Nahrung für dies Götter, 1988) and a Journey through Ionia (Ionische Reise, 1993).