DNA and Biotechnology

The 3rd edition of DNA and Biotechnology introduces readers to the fascinating world of DNA science and cell biology while demonstrating the many ways that advances in biotechnology have an impact on our daily lives

Molly Fitzgerald-Hayes (Author), Frieda Reichsman (Author)

9780120489305, Elsevier Science

Hardback, published 6 November 2009

400 pages
27.8 x 21.5 x 2.6 cm, 1.19 kg

Appropriate for a wide range of disciplines, from biology to non-biology, law and nursing majors, DNA and Biotechnology uses a straightforward and comprehensive writing style that gives the educated layperson a survey of DNA by presenting a brief history of genetics, a clear outline of techniques that are in use, and highlights of breakthroughs in hot topic scientific discoveries.

1. The roots of DNA Research 2. The Double Helix 3. DNA in Action 4. Tools of the DNA Trade 5. Working with DNA 6. Human Genomics 7. Bioinformatics 8. DNA in Froensics 9. Exploring Cell Fate 10. Genetic Diseases 11. Gene Therapy 12. Stem Cell Research 13. Pharmaceutical Biotechnology 14. Animal Biotechnology 15. Agricultural Biotechnology 16. Genes and Race

Subject Areas: Genetic engineering [TCBG], Biotechnology [TCB], DNA & Genome [PSAK1], Genetics [non-medical PSAK], Biomedical engineering [MQW]