Regulation of Gene Expression: v. 37 (Essays in Biochemistry) - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1855781387 ISBN 13: 9781855781382

Publisher: Portland Press, 2001

Synopsis

In this reference for biochemists and students, 10 contributions from international researchers discuss the regulation of gene expression in a variety of organisms. A sampling of topics includes activation and repression of transcription initiation in bacteria, DNA methylation and control of gene expression in vertebrate development, signaling from the cell surface to the nucleus, and the regulation of mRNA translation. No US distributor. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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Synopsis

A guide through the cellular processes which govern gene expression, starting with transcription initiation and highlighting universal principles. The essays provide insights into present work and concepts which are elucidating the mechanisms that lead to protein synthesis in the correct cell at the precise time and in response to appropriate signals. Epigenetic mechanisms are described by which information about the regulatory state of a gene is transmitted to a cells descendants. Aspects of gene regulation by extracellular and intracellular signalling pathways are discussed, as well as post-transcriptional control of gene expression. Also illustrated in the book is the crucial importance in normal development and growth of the coupling of gene expression to cell cycle progression - where dysregulation can lead to cell death or innapropriate proliferation.

Edition details

• Publisher: Portland Press
• Publication date: 2001
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1855781387
• ISBN 13: 9781855781382
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 131
• Editor: Chapman Keith, Higgins Stephen J.