Human Genetics: Problems and Approaches - Hardcover

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0387164111 ISBN 13: 9780387164113

Synopsis

The fourth, completely revised edition of this classical reference and textbook presents a cohesive and up-to-date exposition of the concepts, results, and problems underlying theory and practice in human and medical genetics. In the 10 years since the appearance of the third edition, many new insights have emerged for understanding the genetic basis of development and function in human health and disease. Human genetics, with its emphasis on molecular concepts and techniques, has become a key discipline in medicine and the biomedical sciences. The fourth edition has been extensively expanded by new chapters on hot topics such as epigenetics, pharmacogenetics, gene therapy, cloning and genetic epidemiology. In addition, a section giving an overview on the main model organisms (mouse, canine, dog, worm, fly, yeast) used in human genetics research has been introduced. This book will be of interest to human and medical geneticists, scientists in all biomedical sciences, physicians and epidemiologists, as well as to graduate and postgraduate students who desire to learn the fundamentals of this fascinating field.

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..."should be essential reading for all geneticists. Reading the contents alone sparked a sense of anticipation that made this book essential bedtime reading! ... -there's nothing boring here." Heredity
..."a classic textbook and compendium of information. It is, therefore, a distinct pleasure to open the third edition..." Trends in Genetics

., ."should be essential reading for all geneticists. Reading the contents alone sparked a sense of anticipation that made this book essential bedtime reading! ... -there's nothing boring here." Heredity
., ."a classic textbook and compendium of information. It is, therefore, a distinct pleasure to open the third edition..." Trends in Genetics

.,."should be essential reading for all geneticists. Reading the contents alone sparked a sense of anticipation that made this book essential bedtime reading! ... -there's nothing boring here." Heredity
.,."a classic textbook and compendium of information. It is, therefore, a distinct pleasure to open the third edition..." Trends in Genetics

Edition details

• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0387164111
• ISBN 13: 9780387164113
• Binding: Hardcover