Genetics (non-medical)

This fourth edition of the best-selling textbook, Human Genetics and Genomics, clearly explains the key principles needed by medical and health sciences students, from the basis of molecular genetics, to clinical applications used in the treatment of both rare and common conditions.

This fourth edition of the best-selling textbook, Human Genetics and Genomics, clearly explains the key principles needed by medical and health sciences students, from the basis of molecular genetics, to clinical applications used in the treatment of both rare and common conditions.

Plant Centromere Biology is dedicated to plant centromere research.

Plant Centromere Biology is dedicated to plant centromere research.

This up-to-date review of seed genomics, from basic seed biology to practical applications in crop science, provides a thorough background understanding of seed biology from a basic science perspective.

This up-to-date review of seed genomics, from basic seed biology to practical applications in crop science, provides a thorough background understanding of seed biology from a basic science perspective.

LANDSCAPE GENETICS: CONCEPTS, METHODS, APPLICATIONS LANDSCAPE GENETICS: CONCEPTS, METHODS, APPLICATIONS Edited by Niko Balkenhol, Samuel A.

LANDSCAPE GENETICS: CONCEPTS, METHODS, APPLICATIONS LANDSCAPE GENETICS: CONCEPTS, METHODS, APPLICATIONS Edited by Niko Balkenhol, Samuel A.

Equine Genomics Equine genetics has long been studied as a means of improving traits such as performance capabilities and coat color in horses.

Equine Genomics Equine genetics has long been studied as a means of improving traits such as performance capabilities and coat color in horses.

Population Genetics and Microevolutionary Theory Explore the fundamentals of the biological implications of population genetic theoryIn the newly revised Second Edition of Population Genetics and Microevolutionary Theory, accomplished researcher and author Alan R.

Population Genetics and Microevolutionary Theory Explore the fundamentals of the biological implications of population genetic theoryIn the newly revised Second Edition of Population Genetics and Microevolutionary Theory, accomplished researcher and author Alan R.

The transposable genetic elements, or transposons, as they are now known, have had a tumultuous history.

The transposable genetic elements, or transposons, as they are now known, have had a tumultuous history.

Clearly structured throughout, the introduction highlights the different types of crime where these techniques are regularly used.

WILDLIFE DNA ANALYSIS Applications in Forensic Science DNA typing of non-human DNA is a fast developing area of research and professional practice.

This timely volume brings together expert reviews of the recent significant advances in our knowledge and understanding of the organisation of the higher plant nucleus, and in particular in the relationship between nuclear organisation and the regulation of gene expression.

This timely volume brings together expert reviews of the recent significant advances in our knowledge and understanding of the organisation of the higher plant nucleus, and in particular in the relationship between nuclear organisation and the regulation of gene expression.

This textbook provides a fresh, comprehensive and accessible introduction to the rapidly expanding field of molecular pharmacology.

This textbook provides a fresh, comprehensive and accessible introduction to the rapidly expanding field of molecular pharmacology.

Fully integrated and comprehensive in its coverage, Root Genomics and Soil Interactions examines the use of genome-based technologies to understand root development and adaptability to biotic and abiotic stresses and changes in the soil environment.

Fully integrated and comprehensive in its coverage, Root Genomics and Soil Interactions examines the use of genome-based technologies to understand root development and adaptability to biotic and abiotic stresses and changes in the soil environment.

DNA technology is evolving rapidly, with new methods and a fast-growing vocabulary.

DNA technology is evolving rapidly, with new methods and a fast-growing vocabulary.

Now updated for its second edition, Population Genetics is the classic, accessible introduction to the concepts of population genetics.

Now updated for its second edition, Population Genetics is the classic, accessible introduction to the concepts of population genetics.

Reverse genetics, the genetic manipulation of RNA viruses to create a wild-type or modified virus, has led to important advances in our understanding of viral gene function and interaction with host cells.

Reverse genetics, the genetic manipulation of RNA viruses to create a wild-type or modified virus, has led to important advances in our understanding of viral gene function and interaction with host cells.

Praise for the First Edition extremely well written a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of this important field.

Praise for the First Edition extremely well written a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of this important field.

The genetic information being unlocked by advances in genomic and high throughput technologies is rapidly revolutionizing our understanding of developmental processes in bovine species.

The genetic information being unlocked by advances in genomic and high throughput technologies is rapidly revolutionizing our understanding of developmental processes in bovine species.

MicroRNAs in Medicine provides an access point into the current literature on microRNA for both scientists and clinicians, with an up-to-date look at what is happening in the emerging field of microRNAs and their relevance to medicine.

MicroRNAs in Medicine provides an access point into the current literature on microRNA for both scientists and clinicians, with an up-to-date look at what is happening in the emerging field of microRNAs and their relevance to medicine.

This book provides an essential understanding of statistical concepts necessary for the analysis of genomic and proteomic data using computational techniques.

A comprehensive, authoritative look at an emergent area in post-genomic science, Evolutionary genomics is an up-and-coming, complex field that attempts to explain the biocomplexity of the living world.

Structural Bioinformatics was the first major effort to show the application of the principles and basic knowledge of the larger field of bioinformatics to questions focusing on macromolecular structure, such as the prediction of protein structure and how proteins carry out cellular functions, and how the application of bioinformatics to these life science issues can improve healthcare by accelerating drug discovery and development.

The only book available in the area of forward-time population genetics simulations applicable to both biomedical and evolutionary studies The rapid increase of the power of personal computers has led to the use of serious forward-time simulation programs in genetic studies.

The only book available in the area of forward-time population genetics simulations applicable to both biomedical and evolutionary studies The rapid increase of the power of personal computers has led to the use of serious forward-time simulation programs in genetic studies.

Introductory guide to human population genetics and microevolutionary theory Providing an introduction to mathematical population genetics, Human Population Genetics gives basic background on the mechanisms of human microevolution.

Introductory guide to human population genetics and microevolutionary theory Providing an introduction to mathematical population genetics, Human Population Genetics gives basic background on the mechanisms of human microevolution.

Gene duplication has long been believed to have played a major role in the rise of biological novelty through evolution of new function and gene expression patterns.

Based on exciting new research involving the largest sampling of DNA ever made in Britain, Alistair Moffat, author of the bestselling The Scots: A Genetic Journey , shows how all of us who live on these islands are immigrants.

Humanity has often found itself on the precipice.

Colin Farrelly contemplates the various ethical and social quandaries raised by the genetic revolution.

A look at the extraordinary ways the brain turns thoughts into actions-and how this shapes our everyday livesWhy is it hard to text and drive at the same time?

A provocative and timely case for how the science of genetics can help create a more just and equal societyIn recent years, scientists like Kathryn Paige Harden have shown that DNA makes us different, in our personalities and in our health-and in ways that matter for educational and economic success in our current society.

The first modern scholarly synthesis of animal domesticationAcross the globe and at different times in the past millennia, the evolutionary history of domesticated animals has been greatly affected by the myriad, complex, and diverse interactions humans have had with the animals closest to them.

An insider's view on bringing extinct species back to lifeCould extinct species, like mammoths and passenger pigeons, be brought back to life?

An engaging journey into the biological principles underpinning a beloved science-fiction franchiseIn Star Trek, crew members travel to unusual planets, meet diverse beings, and encounter unique civilizations.