Concepts of Genetics

Known for its focus on concepts and problem-solving, this best-selling text has been extensively updated with new coverage of genomics, bioinformatics, proteomics and more. Concepts of Genetics, Ninth Edition is written in a clear and accessible style for students in introductory genetic courses typically found in departments of Biology, Botany, Zoology, Agriculture, or any of the health sciences.

1. Introduction to Genetics

2. Mitosis and Meiosis

3. Mendelian Genetics

4. Extensions of Mendelian Ratios

5. Chromosome Mapping in Eukaryotes

6. Genetic Analysis and Mapping in Bacteria and Bacteriophages

7. Sex Determination and Sex Chromosomes

8. Chromosome Mutations: Variation in Chromosome Number and Arrangement

9. Extranuclear Inheritance

10. DNA Structure and Analysis

11. DNA Replication and Recombination

12. DNA Organization in Chromosomes

13. Recombinant DNATechnology and Gene Cloning

14. The Genetic Code and Transcription

15. Translation and Proteins

16. Gene Mutation and DNA Repair

17. Regulation of Gene Expression in Prokaryotes

18. Regulation of Gene Expression in Eukaryotes

19. Developmental Genetics of Model Organisms

20. Cancer and Regulation of the Cell Cycle

21. Genomics, Proteomics, and Bioinformatics

22. Genome Dynamics: Transposons, Immunogenetics, and Eukaryotic

Viruses

23. Genomic Analysis--Dissection of Gene Function

24. Applications and Ethics of Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology

25. Quantitative Genetics and Multifactorial Traits

26. Genetics and Behavior

27. Population Genetics

28. Evolutionary Genetics

29. Conservation Genetics

Glossary

ANSWERS TO SELECTED PROBLEMS

CREDITS

INDEX