[PDF] Human Genetics The Basics eBook

Author : Ricki Lewis
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 207 pages
File Size : 46,25 MB
Release : 2016-12-08
Category : Science
ISBN : 1315406977

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Human genetics has blossomed from an obscure biological science and explanation for rare disorders to a field that is profoundly altering health care for everyone. This thoroughly updated new edition of Human Genetics: The Basics provides a concise background of gene structure and function through the lens of real examples, from families living with inherited diseases to population-wide efforts in which millions of average people are learning about their genetic selves. The book raises compelling issues concerning: • The role of genes in maintaining health and explaining sickness • Genetic testing, gene therapy, and genome editing • The common ancestry of all humanity and how we are affecting our future. Written in an engaging, narrative manner, this concise introduction is an ideal starting point for anyone who wants to know more about genes, DNA, genomes, and the genetic ties that bind us all.

Author : Ricki Lewis
Publisher : Garland Science
Page : 201 pages
File Size : 33,93 MB
Release : 2010-10-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 0203840585

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Human genetics has blossomed from an obscure branch of biological science and occasional explanation for exceedingly rare disorders to a field all of its own that affects everyone. Human Genetics: The Basics introduces the key questions and issues in this emerging field, including: The common ancestry of all humanity The role of genes in sickness and health Debates over the use of genetic technology Written in an engaging, narrative manner, this concise introduction is an ideal starting point for anyone who wants to know more about genes, DNA, and the genetic ties that bind us all.

Author : Ricki Lewis
Publisher : McGraw-Hill Science, Engineering & Mathematics
Page : 439 pages
File Size : 13,38 MB
Release : 2004-02
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780072951745

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Human Genetics, 6/e is a non-science majors human genetics text that clearly explains what genes are, how they function, how they interact with the environment, and how our understanding of genetics has changed since completion of the human genome project. It is a clear, modern, and exciting book for citizens who will be responsible for evaluating new medical options, new foods, and new technologies in the age of genomics.

Author : National Research Council
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 11,24 MB
Release : 1988-01-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 0309038405

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There is growing enthusiasm in the scientific community about the prospect of mapping and sequencing the human genome, a monumental project that will have far-reaching consequences for medicine, biology, technology, and other fields. But how will such an effort be organized and funded? How will we develop the new technologies that are needed? What new legal, social, and ethical questions will be raised? Mapping and Sequencing the Human Genome is a blueprint for this proposed project. The authors offer a highly readable explanation of the technical aspects of genetic mapping and sequencing, and they recommend specific interim and long-range research goals, organizational strategies, and funding levels. They also outline some of the legal and social questions that might arise and urge their early consideration by policymakers.

Author : Ahmed Abouelmagd
Publisher : Universal-Publishers
Page : 292 pages
File Size : 42,64 MB
Release : 2013-04
Category : Science
ISBN : 1612331920

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Basic Genetics is a concise introductory textbook that focuses not only on understanding and explaining the main points of genetics, but also upon covering the required essential traditional subjects in the field. The main goal of this textbook is to help first year students who are taking their first course in human genetics to understand the different topics within genetics. It is of particular interest for those who are preparing themselves to study medicine or other medical sciences. This textbook presents only the essential required information. Some of the different subjects included in the eight chapters are: cell cycle and cellular division, Mendelian principles of heredity, the molecular basis of genetic material, gene expression and gene expression control, genetic variations and genetic engineering, as well as human genetics. In addition, Basic Genetics contains multiple choice questions covering each topic and their answers. These questions are absolutely essential for students' self- assessment. These different topics of basic genetics have also been illustrated by simple diagrams in full color.

Author : Katira V
Publisher : CBS Publishers & Distributors Pvt Limited, India
Page : pages
File Size : 41,40 MB
Release : 2017-03-30
Category :
ISBN : 9789386310682

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The thoroughly revised, updated and enlarged edition of this popular textbook has been designed to cater to the needs of all undergraduate medical, dental, nursing, paramedic students. It follows a cohesive approach of illustrations along with the basics of genetics on various relevant aspects like cytogenetics, molecular, biochemical and clinical genetics, and common genetic disorders to help students understand the important underlying concepts.

Author : Bahar Taneri
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 189 pages
File Size : 12,56 MB
Release : 2020-02-17
Category : Science
ISBN : 3527682635

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Finally meeting the need for a laboratory manual on human genetics, this practical guide is the perfect companion title to all major standard textbooks on the subject. The authors all have a high-level research background and are actively involved in teaching and counseling. Based on a standard curriculum in human genetics, each chapter equals one practical unit of the course and topics range from basics in human inheritance to genetics in major disease clusters and from bioinformatics and personalized medicine to genetic counseling.

Author : John H. Relethford
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 326 pages
File Size : 48,74 MB
Release : 2012-03-27
Category : Science
ISBN : 0470464674

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Introductory guide to human population genetics and microevolutionary theory Providing an introduction to mathematical population genetics, Human Population Genetics gives basic background on the mechanisms of human microevolution. This text combines mathematics, biology, and anthropology and is best suited for advanced undergraduate and graduate study. Thorough and accessible, Human Population Genetics presents concepts and methods of population genetics specific to human population study, utilizing uncomplicated mathematics like high school algebra and basic concepts of probability to explain theories central to the field. By describing changes in the frequency of genetic variants from one generation to the next, this book hones in on the mathematical basis of evolutionary theory. Human Population Genetics includes: Helpful formulae for learning ease Graphs and analogies that make basic points and relate the evolutionary process to mathematical ideas Glossary terms marked in boldface within the book the first time they appear In-text citations that act as reference points for further research Exemplary case studies Topics such as Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium, inbreeding, mutation, genetic drift, natural selection, and gene flow Human Population Genetics solidifies knowledge learned in introductory biological anthropology or biology courses and makes it applicable to genetic study. NOTE: errata for the first edition can be found at the author's website: http://employees.oneonta.edu/relethjh/HPG/errata.pdf