Cancer, Autism and Their Epigenetic Roots (McFarland Health Topics) - Softcover

Morrow Jr., K. John

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0786479205 ISBN 13: 9780786479207

Publisher: McFarland & Co, 2014

Synopsis

This book considers the branch of heredity known as "epigenetics" and its implications for a variety of diseases in humans and animals. After background information on the growth in understanding genetics and the mechanisms of the epigenetic control of gene expression, the book moves into its main focus: the gathering body of evidence connecting genetics to a range of significant illnesses, including cancer, autism, Alzheimer's disease, diabetes and others.

Areas of uncertainty are stressed as well as the scientific debate concerning the role of environmental factors. The final chapters discuss the implications for society. Extensive notes provide additional details and personal anecdotes.

About this title

About the Authors

K. John Morrow, Jr., has taught and researched in genetics and molecular biology at the University of Kansas and Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center and was a research director at Meridian Biosciences, Inc. He has written extensively on many aspects of biotechnology and drug development. (Visit his website at www.NewportBiotech.com). He lives in Newport, Kentucky.

Elaine A. Moore has worked in hospital laboratories for more than 30 years, primarily in immunohematology and toxicology. She is a freelance medical writer and laboratory consultant. For more information, visit her website at www.elaine-moore.com. She lives in Sedalia, Colorado.

Edition details

• Publisher: McFarland & Co
• Publication date: 2014
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0786479205
• ISBN 13: 9780786479207
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 232
• Editor: Moore Elaine A.