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The explosion of the field of genetics over the last decade, with the new technologies that have stimulated research, suggests that a new sort of reference work is needed to keep pace with such a fast-moving and interdisciplinary field. Brenner's Encyclopedia of Genetics, 2nd edition, builds on the foundation of the first edition by addressing many of the key subfields of genetics that were just in their infancy when the first edition was published. The currency and accessibility of this foundational content will be unrivalled, making this work useful for scientists and non-scientists alike. Featuring relatively short entries on genetics topics written by experts in that topic, Brenner's Encyclopedia of Genetics provides an effective way to quickly learn about any aspect of genetics, from Abortive Transduction to Zygotes. Adding to its utility, the work provides short entries that briefly define key terms, and a guide to additional reading and relevant websites for further study. Many of the entries include figures to explain difficult concepts. Key terms in related areas such as biochemistry, cell, and molecular biology are also included, and there are entries that describe historical figures in genetics, providing insights into their careers and discoveries. * This 7-volume set represents a 25% expansion from the first edition, with over 1600 articles encompassing this burgeoning field.* Thoroughly up-to-date, with many new topics and subfields covered that were in their infancy or not inexistence at the time of the first edition. Timely coverage of emergent areas such as epigenetics, personalized genomic medicine, pharmacogenetics, and genetic enhancement technologies* Interdisciplinary and global in its outlook, as befits the field of genetics* Brief articles, written by experts in the field, which not only discuss, define, and explain key elements of the field, but also provide definition of key terms, suggestions for further reading, and biographical sketches of the key people in the history of genetics.
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• Entries include: Antibiotic resistance in bacteria-- Behavioural and neural genetics of the mouse-- Charles Darwin and the theory of evolution-- Chloroplasts and mitochondria-- Conservation genetics-- Development of the egg and early embryo of Drosophila-- DNA fingerprinting-- Drosophila melanogaster: the fruit fly-- Evolution of sex-- From the great apes to Gregor Mendel-- Fungal genetics-- Genetic recombination-- Genetics for newcomers-- Genetics of psychiatric disorders-- Human cytogenetics-- Human Genome Project-- Introns-- Law, ethics and genetics-- Microbial genomics-- Selfish genes-- Separation of the sexes and sex chromosomes in plants-- Sex determination in Drosophila-- Trees: still challenging breeders at the millennium-- X-chromosome inactivation-- and many more.
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The Encyclopedia of Genetics includes 125 entries, beginning with the origins of genetics (including historical background on the work of Gregor Mendel and Charles Darwin), and progressing to the structure of DNA and modern theories such as selfish genes. All branches of genetics are covered, including the genetics of bacteria, viruses, insects, animals and plants, as well as humans. Important topical issues such as the human genome project, bioethics, the law and genetics, genetic disorders, GM crops, and the use of transgenic animals for food and pharmaceutical products are fully surveyed. A section on techniques and biotechnology includes modern methods of analysis, from DNA fingerprinting to the new science of bioinformatics. The articles, all written by specialists, are largely non-mathematical and advance from general concepts to more comprehensive issues. Each essay is fully referenced, with suggestions for further reading. Extensive illustrations, tables, and a color plate section complement the text. This Encyclopedia will be an indispensable companion for all those studying or working in the various fields of genetic research, and a fascinating reference for all readers with a basic background in biology. Winner "Outstanding Reference Source" award - American Library Association.
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This two-volume set offers essays on concepts, definitions of terms and definitions of acronyms. The content was designed for the needs of students, teachers, researchers as well as laymen concerned with: genetics; microbiology; population genetics; human genetics; cytogenetics; biochemistry; evolution; animal breeding; molecular biology; development; environmental biology; plant breeding; biotechnology; immunology; biometry; forensic science; cell biology; pathology; oncogenes; and genetics and society. Although the information is advanced, it should be easily readable - even by beginners - because the entries are cross-referenced, graphically illustrated where necessary, and examples are worked out for more complex cases. This book may also serve, among others, for: organizing lecture courses; reading the current literature; development of research proposals; reviewing manuscripts; preparation for examinations; editorial work; supplemental text for courses; and desk reference.
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Here is a broad overview of the central topics and issues in molecular biology and molecular medicine, with up-to-the minute information about developments in the field including pharmacogenics and pharmacoproteomics, gene therapy and gene regulation. Presented in an accessible A to Z format, the Encyclopedia's more than 2000 entries are written by leading experts in genomics and proteomics. The entries comprise in-depth essays, illustrated with full-color figures, and presented in a lucid style that will appeal to both experts and interested lay people.
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• Covers the following areas of nucleic acid science: nucleoside chemistry synthetic nucelotides nucleic acid structure sequence analysis oligonucleotide synthesis nucleic acid conjugates nucleic acid binding proteins ribozymes aptamers ribonucleoproteins DNA methylation RNA interference therapeutic use of nucleic acids.
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Concise but complete, this mini-encyclopedia contains over 1,500 entries covering all important concepts, compounds, techniques and acronyms for quick and easy reference. Guiding readers through the ever-increasing jungle of nucleic acid science and technology, the book distills the key information out of the large body of primary literature and presents it in a single volume. A first-stop resource for everyone, from students to established researchers, as both a desktop and library reference.
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• Contents for Genetics.VOLUME 1.Contents for Genomics.Contents for Proteomics.Contents for Bioinformatics.List of Contributors to Genetics.Preface.1. Genetic Variation and Evolution.2. Cytogenetics.3. Epigenetics.4. Gene Mapping.VOLUME 2.5. Comlex Triats and Deseases.6. Genetic Medicine and Clinical Genetics.7. Gene Theory.Contents for Genomics.VOLUME 3.1. Genome Sequencing.2. Mapping.3. The Human Genome.4. Model Organisms: Functional and Comparative Genomics.VOLUME 4.1. Bacteria and Other Pathogens.2. SNPs/Haplotypes.3. ESTs: Cancer Genes and the Anatomy Project.4. Expression Profiling.Contents for Proteomics.VOLUME 5.1. Core Methodologies.2. Expression Protemics.3. Mapping of Biochemical Networks.4. Functional Proteomics.VOLUME 6.5. Proteome Diversity.6. Proteome Families.7. Structural Proteomics.8. System Biology.Contents for Bioinformatics.VOLUME 7.1. Genome Assembly and Sequencing.2. Gene Finding and Gene Structure.3.Protein Function and Annotation.4. Comparative Analysis and Phylogeny.5. Computational Methods for High-throughput Genetic Analysis: Expression Profiling.6. Methods for Structure and Prediction.VOLUME 8.1. Structuring and Integrating Data.2. Modern Programming Paradigms in Biology.
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Available in print and online, this unique reference brings together all four fields of genetics, genomics, proteomics, and bioinformatics to meet your dynamic research requirements. It brings together the latest concepts in these vibrant areas and ensures a truly multidisciplinary approach. Topics include genetic variation and evolution, epigenetics, the human genome, expression profiling, proteome families, structural proteomics, gene finding/gene structure, protein function and annotation, and more. The work incorporates a vast amount of topical information, profiles cutting-edge techniques, and presents the very latest findings from an international team of over five hundred contributors.With articles for both students and more experienced scientists, this is a key reference source for everyone. It contains more than 450 articles covering all aspects of genomics, proteomics, bioinformatics and related technologies. It includes a glossary containing over 550 clear and concise definitions. 'I am pleased to recommend it heartily as a essential reference tool...should remain the definitive work...for many years to come' - "The Chemical Educator". 'Jorde...and co-editors have done a remarkable job in coordinating this information, distilling it into a package that is both easy to navigate and over-flowing in discovery' - "Electric Review".
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• v. 1. Absolute pitch: Genetics - DiGeorge syndrome and Velocardiofacial syndrome (VCFS)
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• v. 3. Genome databases - Mitochondrial genome: Evolution
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This is a comprehensive and rigorously detailed overview of genetics and genomics research, its applications, and complex ethical, legal and social issues that arise from it. The reference includes approximately 1000 original, peer-reviewed articles organized alphabetically and commissioned around the following core subject areas: structural genomics; functional genomics; proteomics; evolution and comparative genomics; genome mapping; gene mapping and sequencing; chromosome structure and function; genes and disease; mathematical genetics; bioinformatics; behavioural and pscyhiatric genetics; biographies; and ethical, legal and social issues.
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• Genetic mutations in ageing-- AIDS-- amino acid synthesis-- bioprocess engineering-- body expression map of the human genome-- cancer-- cardiovascular diseases-- chirality in biology-- chromosome microdissection and microcloning-- cytokines.
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The objective of this encyclopaedia is to provide a single source library of the molecular basis of life and disease diagnosis and therapy, as well as the techniques for understanding, modifying, manipulating and synthesizing biological molecules, conformations and aggregates.
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This is a reference text on molecular biology and molecular biology, providing a complete mini-library of the molecular basis of life.
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This volume presents a mini-library of the molecular basis of life, one of the fastest growing areas of research in scientific literature.
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This six volume encyclopedia is the most comprehensive, detailed treatment of molecular biology and molecular medicine available today! The encyclopedia provides a single-source library of molecular genetics and the molecular basis of life, with a focus on molecular medicine. Genetic screening, genetherapy, structural biology, and the technology and findings of the human Genome Project are discussed in detail. The articles that comprise the set are designed as self-contained treatments. Each of the nearly 300 articles begins with an outline and a key word section which includes definitions. These features assist the scientist or student who is unfamiliar with a specific subject area. A glossary of basic terms completes each volume and defines the most commonly used terms in molecular biology. Together with the introductory illustrations found in each volume, these definitions enable readers to understand articles without referring to a dictionary, textbook, or other reference.
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"very useful as a quick desk reference for students, professionals, and non-professionals." - "Quarterly Review of Biology". "a trove of valuable clinical information" - "New England Journal of Medicine". This extensively expanded and thoroughly revised new edition provides a uniquely user-friendly and clearly written tool for navigating the latest terminology, concepts, theories, applications, and technology in these dynamic disciplines. This second edition includes a vast range of terms and concepts dealing with biochemistry, cell and developmental biology, immunology, hereditary diseases, and molecular evolution, through to the state-of-the-art in genomics and proteomics. The nearly 25,000 alphabetically arranged entries are explained in a concise yet detailed manner, including ample cross-references, literature citations, databases, tables, and illustrations.
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This new third edition updates a best-selling encyclopedia. It includes about 56% more words than the 1,392-page second edition of 2003. The number of illustrations increased to almost 2,000 and their quality has improved by design and four colors. It includes approximately 1,800 current databases and web servers. This encyclopedia covers the basics and the latest in genomics, proteomics, genetic engineering, small RNAs, transcription factories, chromosome territories, stem cells, genetic networks, epigenetics, prions, hereditary diseases, and patents. Similar integrated information is not available in textbooks or on the Internet.
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This new third edition updates a best-selling encyclopedia. It includes about 56% more words than the 1,392-page second edition of 2003. The number of illustrations increased to almost 2,000 and their quality has improved by design and four colors. It includes approximately 1,800 current databases and web servers. This encyclopedia covers the basics and the latest in genomics, proteomics, genetic engineering, small RNAs, transcription factories, chromosome territories, stem cells, genetic networks, epigenetics, prions, hereditary diseases, and patents. Similar integrated information is not available in textbooks or on the Internet.
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This work covers the development of DNA "fingerprinting" and the role it has played in the American criminal justice system. Entries explain the relationship of forensic DNA analysis to microbiology, population genetics, statistics, and the legal rules of the admissibility of scientific evidence.
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Here is a broad overview of the central topics and issues in molecular biology and molecular medicine, with up-to-the minute information about developments in the field including pharmacogenics and pharmacoproteomics, gene therapy and gene regulation. Presented in an accessible A to Z format, the Encyclopedia's more than 2000 entries are written by leading experts in genomics and proteomics. The entries comprise in-depth essays, illustrated with full-color figures, and presented in a lucid style that will appeal to both experts and interested lay people.
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• Preface-- Gene Regulation & Early Developmental Gene Expression In Vertebrates-- Regulation of Gene Expression During Aging-- Developmental Regulation of Sensory Receptor Gene Expression-- Normal & Injury-Induced Gene Expression in the Developing Postnatal Rat Inner Ear-- The TGF-ss Superfamily: A Multitask Signalling Pathway for the Animal Kingdom-- Alpha-foetoprotein: It's All About Timing-- Molecular Mechanisms of Cell-specific Expression of Neuropeptide Hormone Genes, DH-PBAN & PTTH in the Silkworm, Bombyx mori-- Gene Expression Analysis During Development by High-Throughput Methods-- Gene Expression Regulation in The Developing Brain-- Expression & Action of SRY during Gonadal Sex Differentiation in the Mouse-- The Fibroblast Growth Factor (FGF) Gene Families of Japanese Medaka (Oryzias latipes)-- The Role of Internal Fluid Environment for Regulation of Germ Genes Expression in Early Development of Some Cyprinid Fishes & Their Intergeneric F1 Hybrids.
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This book presents and discusses current research in the field of genetics. Topics discussed include gene regulation and early developmental gene expression in vertebrates; developmental regulation of sensory receptor gene expression; gene silencing; effective methods for selecting siRNA sequences; genome-wide identification and analysis of miRNAs; genetic diversity; genetic variability in the fescue-ryegrass complex and genetic and functional diversity of phosphate solubilising.
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The eleventh edition of this reference work on human genes and genetic disorders includes: 900 new entries; a total of more than 6600 entries; and 100 entries re-organized with subheads for easier use.
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