iGenetics: A Molecular Approach

With its modern chapter organization and new “Focus on Genomics” boxes, iGenetics: A Molecular Approach reflects the increasing molecular emphasis in today’s experimental study of genes while helping students develop problem-solving skills and an appreciation for classic experiments. Although molecular topics are presented first, instructors can assign the chapters in any sequence.

Pedagogical features such as chapter-opening “Key Questions” and strategically placed “Keynotes” help students to efficiently master genetic concepts. The Genetics Place Companion Website contains interactive iActivities and narrated animations that help students visualize and understand processes and concepts that are illustrated in the text.



Contents

1. Genetics: An Introduction

2. DNA: The Genetic Material

3. DNA Replication

4. Gene Control of Proteins

5. Gene Expression: Transcription

6. Gene Expression: Translation

7. DNA Mutation, DNA Repair, and Transposable Elements

8. Genomics

9. Functional and Comparative Genomics

10. Recombinant DNA Technology

11. Mendelian Genetics

12. Chromosomal Basis of Inheritance

13. Extensions of and Deviations from Mendelian Genetic Principles

14. Genetic Mapping in Eukaryotes

15. Genetics of Bacteria and Bacteriophages

16. Variations in Chromosome Structure and Number

17. Regulation of Gene Expression in Bacteria and Bacteriophages

18. Regulation of Gene Expression in Eukaryotes

19. Genetic Analysis of Development

20. Genetics of Cancer

21. Quantitative Genetics

22. Population Genetics

23. Molecular Evolution


Features

* Modern chapter organization covers all major areas of genetics, balancing molecular and classical aspects to give students an integrated view of genetic principles.
* The text’s inquiry-based approach engages students in the process of science.
* Step-by-step examples of problem solving throughout the book represent a wide range of topics and difficulty levels.
* Pedagogy:
o Key Questions, appear at the beginning of each chapter, focus student attention in advance on the major concepts within their reading.
o Keynotes, strategically placed throughout the chapter, summarize important ideas and allow students to check their progress.
o Summary Sections at the end of each chapter reinforce main ideas.
o Analytical Approaches to Solving Genetics Problems at the end of each chapter guides students step-by-step through the process of solving genetic problems.
o An extensive set of Questions and Problems at the end of each chapter, accompanied by selected solutions at the back of the book, allow students to apply their new knowledge through homework assignments or independent study.
* Numerous examples of human genetic diseases help students understand the growing importance of molecular medicine.
* The Genetics Place Website provides an online learning environment that includes activities with follow-up questions; narrated animations, and practice quizzes that can be graded and recorded in the instructor’s grade book. A syllabus manager and a grade book function are provided as instructor resources. A one-year subscription access code is provided with each new book for no additional charge.