Describes modern developments in the field of genetics, discussing the mapping of the human genome, the genetic causes of afflictions, and genetic modification.
Begins with molecular characterization of the human genome (rather than the conventional descriptions of Mendelian inheritance, pedigree analysis, and chromosome abnormalities), and maintains this emphasis on understanding human genetics in ...
With the use of core concepts and the integration of extensive references, this book provides students and professionals alike with the most in-depth view of the current state of the science and its relevance across disciplines.
Human Genetics: Concepts and Applications, ninth edition, is a text that clearly explains what genes are, how they function, how they interact with the environment, and how our understanding of...
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 ...
Lethality of the thalassemic homozygote will prevent the process from going to completion, and the thalassemia gene will stabilize at a frequency of s/(l + s). ... It is worth mentioning, incidentally, that the curve of approach. l 38 ...
The fourth edition of this classical reference book can once again be relied upon to present a cohesive and up-to-date exposition of all aspects of human and medical genetics.
New in this edition: · 60% new material, including data from the Human Genome Project and the latest genetics and ethics discussions · Several new case studies and personal stories that bring the concepts of genetics and heredity to life ...
Core genetics text for medical students in their 1st or 2nd year.
This stimulating book bridges the gap between molecular biology and human genetics. Specifically written for medical students and human geneticists, it is a valuable guide to a rapidly moving field.