DNA and biotechnology

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 th...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author Fitzgerald-Hayes, Molly
Other Authors Reichsman, Frieda
Format Electronic eBook
LanguageEnglish
Published Burlington, MA : Academic Press/Elsevier, ©2010.
Edition3rd ed.
Subjects
Online AccessFull text
ISBN9780080916354
008091635X
9780120489305
0120489309
1282526103
9781282526105
9786612526107
6612526106
Physical Description1 online resource (x, 390 pages) : illustrations (chiefly color)

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Table of Contents:
  • Roots of DNA Research
  • DNA Double Helix
  • DNA in Action
  • Tools of the DNA Trade
  • Working with DNA
  • Human Genomics
  • Bioinformatics
  • DNA Forensics
  • Exploring Cell Fate
  • Human Genetic Diseases
  • Gene Therapy
  • Stem Cell Research
  • Pharmaceutical Biotechnology
  • Animal Biotechnology
  • Agricultural Biotechnology
  • Genes and Race.