The human genome : a user's guide

書誌事項

The human genome : a user's guide

Julia E. Richards, R.Scott Hawley

Academic Press, 2011

3rd ed

  • : pbk

タイトル別名

The human genome

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On p. preceding t.p.: Elsevier science & technology books

内容説明・目次

内容説明

Significant advances in our knowledge of genetics were made during the twentieth century but in the most recent decades, genetic research has dramatically increased its impact throughout society. Genetic issues are now playing a large role in health and public policy, and new knowledge in this field will continue to have significant implications for individuals and society. Written for the non-majors human genetics course, Human Genetics, Third Edition will increase the genetics knowledge of students who are learning about human genetics for the first time. This thorough revision of the best-selling Human Genome, Second Edition includes entirely new chapters on forensics, stem cell biology, bioinformatics, and societal/ethical issues associated with the field. New special features boxes make connections between human genetics and human health and disease. Carefully crafted pedagogy includes chapter-opening case studies that set the stage for each chapter; concept statements interspersed throughout the chapter that keep first-time students focused on key concepts; and end-of-chapter questions and critical thinking activities. This new edition will contribute to creating a genetically literate student population that understands basic biological research, understands elements of the personal and health implications of genetics, and participates effectively in public policy issues involving genetic information.

目次

PART I: HOW GENES SPECIFY A TRAIT 1: The Basics of Heredity: How Traits Are Passed Along in Families 2: The Double Helix: How Cells Preserve Genetic Information PART II: HOW GENES FUNCTION 3: The Central Dogma of Molecular Biology: How Cells Orchestrate the Use of Genetic Information 4: The Genetic Code: How the Cell Makes Proteins from Genetic Information Encoded in mRNA Molecules 5: We Are All Mutants: How Mutation Alters Function PART III: HOW CHROMOSOMES MOVE 6: Mitosis and Meiosis: How Cells Move Your Genes Around 7: The Odd Couple: How the X and Y Chromosomes Break the Rules PART IV: HOW GENES CONTRIBUTE TO COMPLEX TRAITS 8: Sex Determination: How Genes Determine a Developmental Choice 9: Complexity: How Traits Can Result from Combinations of Factors 10: The Multiple-Hit Hypothesis: How Genes Play a Role in Cancer PART V: HOW GENES ARE FOUND 11: The Gene Hunt: How Genetic Maps Are Built and Used 12: The Human Genome: How the Sequence Enables Genome-wide Studies PART VI: HOW GENES PLAY A ROLE IN TESTING AND TREATMENT 13: Genetic Testing and Screening: How Genotyping Can Offer Important Insights 14: Magic Bullets: How Gene-based Therapies Personalize Medicine 15: Fears, Faith, and Fantasies: How the Past and Present Shape the Future of Genomic Medicine

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詳細情報

  • NII書誌ID(NCID)
    BB04787965
  • ISBN
    • 9780123334459
  • 出版国コード
    uk
  • タイトル言語コード
    eng
  • 本文言語コード
    eng
  • 出版地
    London
  • ページ数/冊数
    xiv, 585 p.
  • 大きさ
    24 cm
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