Synopsis
Bier (biology, U. of California-San Diego) offers lay readers and general science students an accessible account of developmental biology, focusing on the principles underlying embryonic development in animals and plants. He discusses such aspects as the central dogma of biology, establishing the primary axes of vertebrate embryos, and patterning plant appendages. He also includes biographical sketches of people who have contributed signally to the field. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Review
Bier offers the general science reader a well-illustrated and accessible account of our current understanding of how fertilized eggs are transformed into complex organisms (flies, worms, vertebrates, and plants). He discusses classic experiments in developmental biology, recent research that offers mechanistic explanations for these observations, and the scientific and ethical implications of current embryological research. He also highlights the stories of 17 individuals responsible for many of the key discoveries he covers. Science Ethan Bier has focused on most of the best understood developmental systems and the most studied processes within them. In contrast to larger developmental texts, which often introduce but do not answer the questions, Bier delivers the 'best of' developmental biology. This material can be covered in a shorter course. The choice of material is excellent, the writing is crisp and clear, and the illustrations are very good. ...Bier's enthusiasm, fascination, and reverence brighten the text-as does his fondness for science fiction . -- SEAN CARROLL University of Wisconsin-Madison
Synopsis
A concise, readable account of the principles underlying embryonic development in animals and plants, featuring colourful artwork and interviews with prominent investigators. It will be of use to those taking graduate and undergraduate courses.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Other Popular Editions of the Same Title
Search results for The Coiled Spring: How Life Begins
Stock Image
The Coiled Spring: How Life Begins
Published by
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Pr, 2000
ISBN 10: 0879695633
ISBN 13: 9780879695637
Used
Softcover
Seller: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. Item in good condition. Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Seller Inventory # 00097874117
Stock Image
The Coiled Spring: How Life Begins
Published by
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Pr, 2000
ISBN 10: 0879695633
ISBN 13: 9780879695637
Used
Softcover
Seller: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Very Good. Item in very good condition! Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Seller Inventory # 00102064271
Stock Image
The Coiled Spring : How Life Begins
Published by
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Press, 2000
ISBN 10: 0879695633
ISBN 13: 9780879695637
Used
Softcover
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Very Good. 1s. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # GRP97724140
Stock Image
The Coiled Spring : How Life Begins
Published by
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Press, 2000
ISBN 10: 0879695633
ISBN 13: 9780879695637
Used
Softcover
Seller: Better World Books: West, Reno, NV, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Very Good. 1s. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # GRP97724140
Stock Image
The Coiled Spring : How Life Begins
Published by
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Press, 2000
ISBN 10: 0879695633
ISBN 13: 9780879695637
Used
Softcover
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. 1s. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 6161138-6
Stock Image
The Coiled Spring : How Life Begins
Published by
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Press, 2000
ISBN 10: 0879695633
ISBN 13: 9780879695637
Used
Softcover
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. 1s. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 7707702-6
Stock Image
The Coiled Spring: How Life Begins
Published by
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Pr, 2000
ISBN 10: 0879695633
ISBN 13: 9780879695637
Used
paperback
First Edition
Seller: One Planet Books, Columbia, MO, U.S.A.
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
paperback. Condition: Good. First Edition. Ships in a BOX from Central Missouri! May not include working access code. Will not include dust jacket. Has used sticker(s) and some writing and/or highlighting. Ships same or next business day. UPS shipping for most packages, (Priority Mail for AK/HI/APO/PO Boxes). Seller Inventory # 000512130U
Stock Image
The Coiled Spring: How Life Begins
Published by
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Pr, 2000
ISBN 10: 0879695633
ISBN 13: 9780879695637
Used
paperback
First Edition
Seller: Textbooks_Source, Columbia, MO, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
paperback. Condition: Good. First Edition. Ships in a BOX from Central Missouri! May not include working access code. Will not include dust jacket. Has used sticker(s) and some writing or highlighting. UPS shipping for most packages, (Priority Mail for AK/HI/APO/PO Boxes). Seller Inventory # 000512130U
Seller Image
The Coiled Spring: How Life Begins
Published by
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Press, Cold Spring Harbor, NY, 2000
ISBN 10: 0879695633
ISBN 13: 9780879695637
Used
Soft Cover
First Edition
Seller: THE PRINTED GARDEN, ABA, MPIBA, SANDY, UT, U.S.A.
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
Soft Cover. Condition: NF. No Additional Printings Noted. Wrappers. Light brown spine, light brown and tan rear cover, light brown front cover with artwork are all clean and glossy. Book has just the faintest trace of rubbing at the tail of the spine and at the extreme tips of the outside corners. Binding is straight and tight. Pages are all clean, white, and crisp. 252 pages. Illustrated throughout with charts, diagrams, etc. Seller Inventory # 008847
Seller Image
The Coiled Spring: How Life Begins
Published by
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Press, 2000
ISBN 10: 0879695633
ISBN 13: 9780879695637
Used
Paperback
Seller: Diatrope Books, Berkeley, CA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Unmarked text. Previous owner's name on front end page. Soft corner crease on back cover. Illustrations throughout. A well illustrated and accessible account of developmental biology, focusing on the principles underlying embryonic development in animals and plants. Measures 7x10 inches. 252p. Seller Inventory # 35192