Genetics and Genomics in Medicine
2nd Edition
Published on 31. October 2022
552 pages
978-1-000-57932-1 (ISBN)
Description
The second edition of this textbook written for undergraduate students, graduate students and medical researchers, Genetics and Genomics in Medicine explains the science behind the uses of genetics and genomics in medicine today, and how it is being applied.
Maintaining the features that made the first edition so popular, this second edition has been thoroughly updated in line with the latest developments in the field. DNA technologies are explained, with emphasis on the modern techniques that are revolutionizing the use of genetic information in medicine and indicating the role of genetics in common diseases. Epigenetics and non-coding RNA are covered in-depth as are genetic approaches to treatment and prevention, including pharmacogenomics, genetic testing, and personalized medicine. A dedicated chapter charts the latest insights into the molecular basis of cancers, cancer genomics and novel approaches to cancer detection. Coverage of genetic testing at the level of genes, chromosomes and genomes has been significantly expanded and updated. Extra prominence has been given to additional genomic analyses, ethical aspects, and novel therapeutic approaches. Various case studies illustrate selected clinical applications.
Key Features
Comprehensive and integrated account of how genetics and genomics affect the entire spectrum of human health and disease
Exquisite artwork illuminates the key concepts and mechanisms
Summary points at the end of each chapter help to consolidate learning
For each chapter, an abundance of further reading to help provide the reader with direction for further study
Inclusive online question bank to test understanding
Standard boxes summarizing certain key principles in genetics
Clinical boxes summarizing selected case studies, pathogenesis mechanisms or novel therapies for selected diseases
This book is equally suited for newcomers to the field as well as for engineers and scientists that have basic knowledge in this field but are interested in obtaining more information about specific future applications..
Maintaining the features that made the first edition so popular, this second edition has been thoroughly updated in line with the latest developments in the field. DNA technologies are explained, with emphasis on the modern techniques that are revolutionizing the use of genetic information in medicine and indicating the role of genetics in common diseases. Epigenetics and non-coding RNA are covered in-depth as are genetic approaches to treatment and prevention, including pharmacogenomics, genetic testing, and personalized medicine. A dedicated chapter charts the latest insights into the molecular basis of cancers, cancer genomics and novel approaches to cancer detection. Coverage of genetic testing at the level of genes, chromosomes and genomes has been significantly expanded and updated. Extra prominence has been given to additional genomic analyses, ethical aspects, and novel therapeutic approaches. Various case studies illustrate selected clinical applications.
Key Features
Comprehensive and integrated account of how genetics and genomics affect the entire spectrum of human health and disease
Exquisite artwork illuminates the key concepts and mechanisms
Summary points at the end of each chapter help to consolidate learning
For each chapter, an abundance of further reading to help provide the reader with direction for further study
Inclusive online question bank to test understanding
Standard boxes summarizing certain key principles in genetics
Clinical boxes summarizing selected case studies, pathogenesis mechanisms or novel therapies for selected diseases
This book is equally suited for newcomers to the field as well as for engineers and scientists that have basic knowledge in this field but are interested in obtaining more information about specific future applications..
Reviews / Votes
This excellent book is a must-have for any library, or anyone deeply interested in genetics and genomics in medicine. The writing is detailed yet easily understandable, and readers will come away much more knowledgeable on thesubject. This second edition is a much needed and exceptionally well-executed update to the original version.
- Mark F. Sanders, PhD, UC Davis College of Biological Sciences
More details
Edition
2nd edition
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Target group
College/higher education
Illustrations
86 Tables, color; 253 Line drawings, color; 26 Halftones, color; 279 Illustrations, color
ISBN-13
978-1-000-57932-1 (9781000579321)
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Persons
Tom Strachan is Emeritus Professor of Human Molecular Genetics at Newcastle University, UK. Together with a former colleague, Andrew Read, he writes the popular Human Molecular Genetics textbook, now in its Fifth Edition.
Anneke Lucassen is Professor of Genomic Medicine and Director of the Centre for Personalised Medicine at the University of Oxford, UK
Anneke Lucassen is Professor of Genomic Medicine and Director of the Centre for Personalised Medicine at the University of Oxford, UK
Content
1. Fundamentals of DNA, Chromosomes, and Cells
2. Fundamentals of Gene Structure, Gene Expression, and Human Genome Organization
3. Principles Underlying Core DNA Technologies
4. Principles of Genetic Variation
5. Single-gene Disorders: Inheritance Patterns, Phenotype Variability, and Allele Frequencies
6. Principles of Gene Regulation and Epigenetics
7. How Genetic Variation in DNA and Chromosomes Causes Disease
8. Identifying Disease Genes and Genetic Susceptibility to Complex Disease
9. Genetic Approaches to Treating Disease
10. Cancer Genetics and Genomics
11. Genetic and Genomic Testing in Healthcare: Practical and Ethical Aspects
2. Fundamentals of Gene Structure, Gene Expression, and Human Genome Organization
3. Principles Underlying Core DNA Technologies
4. Principles of Genetic Variation
5. Single-gene Disorders: Inheritance Patterns, Phenotype Variability, and Allele Frequencies
6. Principles of Gene Regulation and Epigenetics
7. How Genetic Variation in DNA and Chromosomes Causes Disease
8. Identifying Disease Genes and Genetic Susceptibility to Complex Disease
9. Genetic Approaches to Treating Disease
10. Cancer Genetics and Genomics
11. Genetic and Genomic Testing in Healthcare: Practical and Ethical Aspects
