Chromosome Biology

by Rudi Appels, R. Morris, Bikram S. Gill, C. E. May

Overview

Chromosome biology has been brought to a golden age by phenomenal advanced in molecular genetics and techniques. This is true in the plant arena, and it is becoming increasingly true in animal studies, where chromosomes are more difficult to work with. With advanced knowledge of transformation, scientists can tell exactly where a new element enters a chromosome. Conversely, molecular biologists can make large mistakes if they do not understand the behavior of chromosomes.
Written by internationally recognized experts in the field, this book is the most authoritative work on the subject to date. Students of genetics, crop science and plant breeding, entomology, animal science, and related fields will benefit from this comprehensive and practical textbook.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781461374701
Publisher:	Springer US
Publication date:	11/05/2012
Edition description:	Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1998
Pages:	401
Product dimensions:	8.27(w) x 11.02(h) x 0.03(d)

Table of Contents

Part I: Introduction to the Study of Chromosomes. 1. Introduction 2. A Historical Perspective on Chromosome Structure, Function, and Behavior. 3. Microscopes: Basic Tools for Cytogenetics. Part II: Mitosis Meiosis and Chromosomal Karyotypes. 4. Chromosomes in the Mitotic Cell Cycle. 5. Meiosis and Gamete Formation: A View of Chromosomes in the Germline. 6. Chromosome Morphology and Number. Part III: Chromosome Structure and Rearrangements. 7. Structural Stability of Chromosomes. 8. Losses and Gains of Chromosome Segments. 9. Rearrangements of Chromosome Segments. Part IV: Chromosome Polyploidy, Aneuploidy, and Haploidy. 10. Multiples of Basic Chromosome Numbers - Polyploidy. 11. Deviations from Basic Chromosome Numbers - Aneuploidy. 12. The Cytogenetic Analysis of Haploids. Part V: Gene Locations, Genetic Manipulations, and Rearrangements. 13. Locating Genes in Diploids Using Chromosome Aberrations. 14. Locating Genes in Polyploids Using Chromosome Aberrations. 15. Gene Transfers by Chromosome Manipulations. Part VI: DNA Organization, Structure, Replication. 16. Organization of DNA Sequences in Protosomes and Chromosomes. 17. Variable Structure and Folding of DNA. 18. Replication of Protosomes and Chromosomes. Part VII: In Situ Hybridization, Chromosome Landmarks, Genetic Mapping. 19. Exploring Chromosomes by In Situ Biochemical Reactions. 20. Molecular Analysis of Chromosomal Landmarks. 21. Genetic and Molecular Mapping of Chromosomes. Part VIII: Cytoplasmic DNA, Genetic Engineering, Organisms of Importance. 22. Cytoplasmic DNA and Maternally Inherited Traits. 23. Engineering the Genome. 24. Organisms of Importance to Genetics and Cytogenetics. Index.

Editorial Reviews

Provides background reading for courses in any of cytogenetics, genetics, or biology, drawing information on chromosomes from all those disciplines. Emphasizes the appreciation of programs to improve plants and animals; the importance of mapping the human genome, particularly in relation to diseases; and the advantages of modern technology for analyzing the development of different life forms. Covers basic information; mitosis, meiosis, and chromosomal karyotypes; chromosome structure and rearrangements; chromosome polyploidy, aneuploidy, and haploidy; gene locations, genetic manipulations, and rearrangements; DNA organization, structure, and replication; hybridization, chromosome landmarks, and genetic mapping; cytoplasmic DNA, genetic engineering, and organisms of importance in genetic research. Illustrated in black and white. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Booknews