For courses in Genetics found in biological sciences, agriculture, forestry, and health sciences

Balancing classical and modern genetics, Essentials of Genetics helps students understand basic genetic concepts, apply those concepts to biological problems, and use analytical reasoning to figure out which of many problem-solving techniques apply. This succinct overview offers clear writing and up-to-date coverage of new research that will capture students' interests. Interwoven Experimental discussions and applications illustrate the nature of scientific discovery, helping students connect the science of genetics to the issues of today.

Table of Contents 

ESSENTIALS OF GENETICS  6e  JAN 2006

1    Introduction to Genetics  

2    Mitosis and Meiosis

3    Mendelian Genetics

4    NeoMendelian Genetics

5    Sex Determination and Sex Chromosomes

6    Chromosome Mutations: Variation in Number and Arrangement

7    Linkage and Mapping in Eukaryotes

8    Genetic Analysis and Mapping in Bacteria and Phage

9     DNA Structure and Analysis

10   DNA Replication and Recombination

11   DNA Organization in Chromosomes

12   Genetic Code and Transcription

13   Translation and Proteins

14   Gene Mutation, DNA Repair, and Transposable Elements

15   Regulation of Genetic Expression   

16   Regulation of the Cell Cycle and Cancer

17   Recombinant DNA Technology

18   Genomics and Proteomics            

19   Applications and Ethics of Biotechnology

20   Genes and Development

21   Quantitative Genetics and Multifactorial Inheritance

22   Population Genetics

23   Evolutionary Genetics

24   Conservation Genetics

Glossary / Selected Readings /Answers to Sel Problems

Assignments/Responsibilities

WSK  Ch 2-13, 21, 24, Essays (with CS)

MRC  Ch 1, 17-18, 20, ,22-23, Glossary

CS     Ch 14-16, 19, Essays (with WSK)