Essentials Of Molecular Genetics

Focuses on the fundamental aspects of molecular structure and funciton by reviewing key features, and along the way, capsulizing them as a series of concise concepts. Users are encouraged to place the essential knowledge of molecular biology into broad contexts and develop both academic and personal meaning for this discipline.

Designed as a textbook for undergraduate students studying molecular genetics. The book provides concise yet complete knowledge on the nature, structure, molecular forms, location, organization, packaging, recombination, damage, transposition, repair, and protection of genetic material.

Key Benefit: Known for its focus on problem-solving, conceptual understanding, and practical applications, this best-seller is 32 pages shorter than its previous edition. New features of the Seventh Edition include new “Exploring Genomics” exercises for selected chapters, in-chapter summaries that follow concept introductions for efficient review, engaging case studies in each chapter, an expanded Companion Website with myeBook, and a new chapter on Behavioral Genetics. Key Topics: Introduction to Genetics, Mitosis and Meiosis, Mendelian Genetics, Modifications of Mendelian Ratios, Sex Determination and Sex Chromosomes, Chromosome Mutations: Variation in Number and Arrangement, Linkage and Mapping in Eukaryotes, Genetic Analysis and Mapping in Bacteria and Phage, DNA Structure and Analysis, DNA Replication and Recombination, Chromosome Structure and DNA Sequence Organization, The Genetic Code and Transcription, Translation and Proteins, Gene Mutation, DNA Repair, and Transposable, Regulation of Genetic Expression, Cancer and the Regulation of the Cell Cycle, Recombinant DNA Technology and Gene Cloning, Genomics and Proteomics, Applications and Ethics of Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, Developmental Genetics, Genetics and Behavior, Quantitative Genetics, Population and Evolutionary Genetics, Conservation Genetics Market: Intended for those interested in learning the basics of genetics

Derived from Concepts of Genetics, this book presents a succinct overview of the discipline. The text balances the coverage of classical and modern topics, providing clear presentation of both transmission genetics (heredity) and molecular genetics.

A text for a short first course in molecular biology. Treatment takes a layering approach, where complexity is developed chapter by chapter rather than presented all at once. Includes chapter summaries, drill questions, problems, and conceptual questions, plus simple two- color diagrams. This third edition retains brevity of presentation and emphasis on fundamentals, and adds improved prose, updated material, margin terms, and key concepts. Material is reorganized in this edition in four sections on the structure of proteins, nucleic acids, and macromolecules; functions of macromolecules; coordination of macromolecular function in cells; and experimental manipulation of macromolecules. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Covers the classical and molecular fields of genetics to enable students to form an integrated overview of genetic principles. This book provides up-to-date basic information on the subject that emphasizes the multifaceted complex questions of life. The chapters are descriptive, explicit and provided with relevant material that provides a logical transition of classical genetics into modern genetics.

Balancing classical and modern genetics, Essentials of Genetics helps readers understand basic genetics concepts, apply those concepts to genetics problems, and recognize the logic behind them. This succinct treatment features coverage of new research that will capture readers' interests. Mendelian (transmission) genetics, and modern molecular genetics with analytical reasoning woven into discussions, plus references to classical experiments and recent applications. Helps readers connect the science of genetics to the issues of today. Modernizes treatment of timely topics, including genomics, bioinformatics, proteomics (chapter 18), applications and ethics of genetic engineering (chapter 19); updated and extended coverage of gene regulation (chapter 15), cancer genetics (chapter 16). Features beautifully redesigned illustrations throughout, helping readers understand concepts more clearly. A useful reference for anyone interested in learning more about genetics.