Introduction to Genetic Engineering

Name: Introduction to Genetic Engineering
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ISBN: 9780521615211

ISBN-10: 0521615216

ISBN-13: 9780521615211

Edition: 3rd 2008 (Revised)

Authors: Desmond S. T. Nicholl

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In this third edition of his popular undergraduate-level textbook, Des Nicholl recognises that a sound grasp of basic principles is vital in any introduction to genetic engineering. Therefore, the book retains its focus on the fundamental principles used in gene manipulation. It is divided into three sections: Part I provides an introduction to the relevant basic molecular biology; Part II, the methods used to manipulate genes; and Part III, applications of the technology. There is a new chapter devoted to the emerging importance of bioinformatics as a distinct discipline. Other additional features include text boxes, which highlight important aspects of topics discussed, and chapter…

Book details

List price: $51.99
Edition: 3rd
Copyright year: 2008
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Publication date: 5/29/2008
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 347
Size: 7.44" wide x 9.69" long x 0.63" tall
Weight: 1.870
Language: English

Des Nicholl is a Senior Lecturer in Biological Sciences at the University of the West of Scotland, Paisley, Scotland, UK.




Introduction



The Basis of Genetic Engineering



Introducing molecular biology



Working with nucleic acids



The tools of the trade



The Methodology of Gene Manipulation



Host cells and vectors



Cloning strategies



The polymerase chain reaction



Selection, screening and analysis of recombinants



Bioinformatics



Genetic Engineering in Action



Understanding genes, genomes and 'otheromes'



Genetic engineering and biotechnology



Medical and forensic applications of gene manipulation



Transgenic plants and animals



The other sort of cloning



Brave new world or genetic nightmare