Medical genetics

Based on detailed studies of the actual use of genetic testing in context, this book looks at the ethical and political questions raised by the expanding role of genetic information in society.

In September 2005, Yerevan (Armenia) hosted an International Conference dedicated to the 70th anniversary of the publication of the so called "e;green paper"e;, published by N.

Examines the ethical, legal, and regulatory challenges presented as genomics become commonplace, easily available consumer products.

This book explores critical principles and new concepts in bioengineering, integrating the biological, physical and chemical laws and principles that provide a foundation for the field.

Everyday, new advances are being made in the science of human genetics.

Reflecting developments in genome editing, this third edition volume fully updates a collection of key techniques for the study of functional genomics.

Volume detailing the effects of the molecular revolution on anthropological genetics and how it redefined the field.

Written by research experts, this volume of Progress in Molecular Biology and Translational Science focuses on current science surrounding the mechanisms of DNA repair.

This book provides a comprehensive description of sterols and their novel biological roles in mammalian signaling, the book covers their biosynthesis and structure, describes sterol receptor -mediated actions, their tissue distribution and their role in disease.

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This book compiles selected articles presented at the International Conference on Biotechnology & Biological Sciences, BIOSPECTRUM 2017, organized by the Department of Biotechnology, University of Engineering & Management, Kolkata.

This volume describes high-throughput approaches to a series of robust, established methodologies in molecular genetic studies of population samples.

In situ hybridization has developed as a means of localizing specific DNA and RNA sequences within tissues.

Of all things natural, light is the most sublime.

A report of the proceedings of the Galton Institute's symposium which explored ethical, legal, political and psychological problems arising within advances in molecular genetics.

The goal of this book is to introduce the biological and technical aspects of next generation sequencing methods, as well as algorithms to assemble these sequences into whole genomes.

From the moment it first began to contemplate the world, three questions have occupied the human mind: Where do we come from?

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Principles and Advances in Population Neuroscience is aimed at enhancing our understanding of forces that shape the human brain and, as such, contribute to inter-individual variations in cognitive abilities, behavior and mental health throughout the lifespan.

Heredity, either alone or in combination with environmental factors, is the most prominent underlying cause of hearing impairment.

This book provides an essential overview combining both clinical and fundamental research advances in myotonic dystrophy.

In recent years, epigenetic approaches to existing scientific problems have offered many new and exciting perspectives.

Stem cell research has been a problematic endeavour.

This book concisely describes the role of omics in precision medicine for cancer therapies.

This detailed volume explores the latest methods that can be used to probe mRNA decay pathways and identify mRNA-binding protein targets as well as miRNA targets.

This book should serve as a resource for professionals in all fields regarding diagnosis, management, and counseling of patients with FXTAS, FXPOI and their families, as well as presenting the molecular basis for disease that may lead to the identification of new markers to predict disease risk and eventually lead to target treatments.

Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) is one of the most prevalent genetic disorders of childhood for which there is no cure.

Warum verstoffwechseln wir dieselben Mahlzeiten so unterschiedlich?

Clinicians and scientists are increasingly recognising the importance of an evolutionary perspective in studying the aetiology, prevention, and treatment of human disease; the growing prominence of genetics in medicine is further adding to the interest in evolutionary medicine.

Mit zunehmendem Alter sinkt nicht nur das körperliche Leistungsvermögen, sondern auch die kognitiven Fähigkeiten des Gehirns lassen nach.

Genetically-engineered mouse models for cancer research have become invaluable tools for studying cancer biology and evaluating novel therapeutic approaches.

This book focuses on the current status of our understanding of RNA, a key biological molecule.

 This book is about the escape strategies used by cancer cells to avoid the immune response of the host.

This contributed volume offers a comprehensive and detailed overview of the various aspects of long non-coding RNAs and discusses their emerging significance.

"e;Advances in Down Syndrome Research"e; represents updated research in several areas of Down Syndrome (DS).

New advances in genetics have dramatically expanded our ability to avoid, prevent, diagnose, and treat a wide range of disorders.

Molecular Analysis and Genome Discovery, Second Edition is a completely revised and updated new edition of this successful book.

This unique book explores the role of retrotransposons in human health and disease.

Rapid advances in pathogenetic insight, diagnostic and therapeutic modalities, and basic research continuously influence the state of the art in ophthalmology.

Connecting an abnormal physical exam to a possible genetic condition is a daunting and inexact task for any physician, be they a primary care provider, non-geneticist specialist, or fellowship-trained geneticist.

The aim of the book is to provide an in-depth review of our current understanding of the pathogenesis of both asthma and COPD.

Primary immunodeficiency diseases, first recognized 60 years ago, are inherited disorders that affect human adaptive and innate immunity.

In 1984, we organized a two-day symposium on retinal degenerations as part of the biennial meeting of the VI International Society for Eye Research, held in Alicante, Spain.

Alcohol abuse, alcohol intolerance, alcohol dependence and other alcohol-related disabilities are some of the most challenging public health problems facing our modern-day society.

"e;Fundamentals of Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine"e; provides a complete overview of the state of the art in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine.

Plant breeding aims at the genetic enhancement of crops through the application of principles of Mendelian Genetics and modern tools and techniques of cell and molecular biology.