Imaginal Discs: The Genetic and Cellular Logic of Pattern Formation: 39 (Developmental and Cell Biology Series, Series Number 39) - Hardcover

Held Jr, Lewis I.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0521584450 ISBN 13: 9780521584456

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2002

Synopsis

Examines the genetic circuitry of the 'fruit fly', tackling the hows and the whys behind fly development.

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Review

'... figures and their legends ... packed full of more information than most text books. The appendices, especially the compendia of genes affecting particular processes are useful. Imaginal Discs would be a useful read for anyone interested in pattern formation generally, and should be required for workers in Drosophila patterning.' BioEssays

'How wonderful to have such a complete guide and extensive review of imaginal disc development. The comprehensive nature of this book makes it an essential reference. ... a wonderful teaching resource. ... read and enjoy the history behind the models!' Genetical Research

'This book most certainly fulfils its promise as a comprehensive reference guide and is an exceptional accomplishment for one author ... It is well written and has excellent black-and-white figures.' American Entomology

Book Description

This book examines the genetic circuitry of the well-known 'fruit fly'. It looks at the proximity versus pedigree imperatives, bristle pattern formation and disc development, and has entire chapters devoted to the leg, wing, and eye. Appendices include a glossary of protein domains and catalogues of well-studied genes. More than 60 detailed schematics clarify the text.

Edition details

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 2002
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0521584450
• ISBN 13: 9780521584456
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 476