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Understanding DNA and Gene Cloning : A Guide for the Curious by Karl Drlica (1996, Trade Paperback)

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Product Identifiers

PublisherWiley & Sons, Incorporated, John

ISBN-10047113774X

ISBN-139780471137740

eBay Product ID (ePID)3038314814

Product Key Features

Number of Pages352 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication NameUnderstanding D N A and Gene Cloning : a Guide for the Curious

SubjectLife Sciences / Molecular Biology, Life Sciences / Cell Biology, Life Sciences / Biochemistry, Life Sciences / Genetics & Genomics

Publication Year1996

TypeTextbook

AuthorKarl Drlica

Subject AreaScience

FormatTrade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height0.5 in

Item Weight15.1 Oz

Item Length9 in

Item Width6.2 in

Additional Product Features

Edition Number3

Intended AudienceCollege Audience

LCCN96-023077

Dewey Edition21

IllustratedYes

Dewey Decimal576.5

Table Of ContentBASIC MOLECULAR GENETICS. Structure of DNA. Reproducing DNA. Gene Expression. MANIPULATING DNA. Microbial Growth. Plasmids and Phages. Cutting and Joining DNA. Using Complementary Base Pairing. Cloning a Gene. Using Cloned Genes. THE NEW MOLECULAR GENETICS. Beyond the Central Dogma. Retroviruses. HUMAN GENETICS. Heredity. Application of Human Genetics. Additional Reading. Glossary. Index.

SynopsisA text for students with little or no background in genetics or biochemistry, which assumes no prior knowledge of chemistry. Each chapter has been updated and two new chapters on human genetics have been added to address the daily relevance of DNA biology., This book explains the fundamental principles of DNA biology and does not require a background in chemistry. It then builds on the basics to introduce the reader to the more sophisticated concepts of molecular biology through the use of drawings and case analogies., Do You Realize How Much Impact DNA Technology has on Your Life Today? Registering your child's DNA with the police...;bold new medical cures...;the perfect tomato...;gene cloning and DNA manipulation are no longer remote events that will have impact in your life - they are today's headlines! In this highly-acclaimed guide, Karl Drlica fully explains the basis of the ongoing genetic revolution. He guides you through the science and technology you need to understand the issues and make crucial decisions. Each step of the way he explains complex topics using easy-to-understand analogies. This basic information will help you: Take advantage of the benefits emerging from the new genetics. Protect yourself from the discrimination that may arise from release of genetic information. Make informed political decisions about how much DNA technology will impact your life. "With the Genetic Revolution happening in the court rooms and doctors offices, this book is required reading for jurors, those concerned with genetic disease, or just the curious!"- Richard R. Sinden, Ph. D., Center for Genome Research, Texas A&M University "Successful investing in biotechnology requires knowledge of the science which drives it. Karl Drlica explains it in layman's terms."- Edward F. Tills, Second Vice President, Financial Consultant, Smith Barney, Inc. "The best text available to give the non-scientist or the scientist from a different field the necessary information to appreciate the implications of the latest genetic revolution."- Robert G. Fowler, Ph.D., San Jose University, Do You Realize How Much Impact DNA Technology has on Your Life Today? Registering your child's DNA with the police.bold new medical cures.the perfect tomato.gene cloning and DNA manipulation are no longer remote events that will have impact in your life - they are today's headlines! In this highly-acclaimed guide, Karl Drlica fully explains the basis of the ongoing genetic revolution. He guides you through the science and technology you need to understand the issues and make crucial decisions. Each step of the way he explains complex topics using easy-to-understand analogies. This basic information will help you: * Take advantage of the benefits emerging from the new genetics. * Protect yourself from the discrimination that may arise from release of genetic information. * Make informed political decisions about how much DNA technology will impact your life. "With the Genetic Revolution happening in the court rooms and doctors offices, this book is required reading for jurors, those concerned with genetic disease, or just the curious!"- Richard R. Sinden, Ph. D., Center for Genome Research, Texas A&M University "Successful investing in biotechnology requires knowledge of the science which drives it. Karl Drlica explains it in layman's terms."- Edward F. Tills, Second Vice President, Financial Consultant, Smith Barney, Inc. "The best text available to give the non-scientist or the scientist from a different field the necessary information to appreciate the implications of the latest genetic revolution."- Robert G. Fowler, Ph.D., San Jose University

LC Classification NumberQH442.2.D75 1997