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Author Fitzgerald-Hayes, Molly.

Title DNA and biotechnology / Molly Fitzgerald-Hayes and Frieda Reichsman
Edition 3rd ed
Published Burlington, MA : Academic Press/Elsevier, ©2010

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Description 1 online resource (x, 390 pages) : illustrations (chiefly color)
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
Summary 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. Engaging and straightforward scientific writing style Comprehensive forensics chapter Parallel Pedagogic material designed to help both readers and teachers. Highlights in the latest scientific discoveries Outstanding
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references and index
Notes English
Print version record
Subject DNA.
Biotechnology -- Research.
Genetics
Biotechnology -- trends
Genetic Research
DNA
SCIENCE -- Biotechnology.
Biotechnology -- Research
DNA
Form Electronic book
Author Reichsman, Frieda.
LC no. 2009021293
ISBN 9780080916354
008091635X
1282526103
9781282526105
9786612526107
6612526106