The topic of stem cells has been very high profile in the media in recent years. There is much public interest in stem cells but also much confusion and misinformation, with some companies already offering 'stem cell products' and bogus 'stem cell therapies'. In this Very Short Introduction, Jonatha[...]
In this exploration of the concept of the gene, Jonathan Slack looks at the discovery, nature, and role of genes in both evolution and development. Explaining the nature of genetic variation in the human population, how hereditary factors were identified as molecules of DNA, and how certain specific[...]
Debatten kring stamceller har länge varit hård. De etiska frågorna är många kring en forskning som till viss del hämtar sitt material från mänskliga embryon. Men stamceller används redan i dag för forskning och för att bota svåra sjukdomar.
I "Kort om stamceller" diskuterar Jo[...]
"Essential Developmental Biology" is a comprehensive, richly illustrated introduction to all aspects of developmental biology. Written in a clear and accessible style, the third edition of this popular textbook has been expanded and updatedIn addition, an accompanying website - www.blackwellpublishi[...]