Molecular Biology Books

PCR Troubleshooting: The Essential Guide Edited by: Michael L. Altshuler
Published: 2006   ISBN: 978-1-904455-07-3
Price: GB £30 or US $60
A unique PCR troubleshooting guide that is an essential companion for anyone who uses the polymerase chain reaction technique. read more ...
Microbial Production of Biopolymers and Polymer Precursors: Applications and Perspectives Edited by: Bernd H. A. Rehm
Published: 2009   ISBN: 978-1-904455-36-3
Price: GB £150 or US $310
Describes in detail the use of microorganisms for the production of the most important biopolymers and polymer precursors. The authors describe, in depth, the biosynthetic pathways, physical properties and industrial production processes and discuss in detail the genetic and metabolic engineering of microorganisms for biopolymer production. Also highlighted are the applications and potential applications of the biopolymers and microbial biotechnology read more ...
Real-Time PCR: Current Technology and Applications Edited by: Julie Logan, Kirstin Edwards and Nick Saunders
Published: 2009   ISBN: 978-1-904455-39-4
Price: GB £150 or US $310
A comprehensive guide to the most up-to-date real-time PCR technology and applications. The latest PCR platforms, fluorescent chemistries, validation software, data analysis, internal and external controls,clinical diagnostics, biodefense, RNA expression studies, validation of array data, mutation detection, food authenticity and legislation, NASBA, molecular halotyping. read more ...
Plant Pathogenic Bacteria: Genomics and Molecular Biology Edited by: Robert W. Jackson
Published: 2009   ISBN: 978-1-904455-37-0
Price: GB £150 or US $310
In this book, internationally acclaimed experts review the most important developments providing an invaluable, up-to-date summary of the molecular biology and genomics of plant pathogenic bacteria. The book opens with two chapters on bacterial evolution, diversity and taxonomy, topics that have been transformed by molecular biology and genomics analyses. The third chapter delves into the crucially understudied area of pathogen adaptation to the plant apoplast environment. The following seven chapters focus on specific plant pathogens: Agrobacterium, Leifsonia, Pectobacterium, Pseudomonas, Ralstonia, Xanthomonas, and Xylella. The next four chapters review specific, intensively studied areas of research in the plant pathogen field: microbe associated molecular patterns (MAMPs) and innate immunity; use of bacterial virulence factors to suppress plant defence; cyclic di-GMP signalling and the regulation of virulence; and plasmids and the spread of virulence. The final chapter covers the critical area of bioinformatics. read more ...
Genomic Technologies: Present and Future Edited by: David J. Galas
Published: 2002   ISBN: 978-0-9542464-2-6
Price: GB £90 or US $180
The chapters in this book reflect the range of technical advances and their applications that are currently transforming biology. Topics covered include the application of computational methods, the robotics of modern automation methodologies, the new chemical and imaging methods that reveal chromosome structure and elucidate gene function, and the emergence of evolutionary and functional information by comparative genomics. Eminent international scientists describe in detail the new technology necessary to study the entire genome in a holistic manner and all the high throughput and large-scale experimental methodologies currently being used in genomic science. In addition the authors describe the progress of the newest technologies that are currently being developed. read more ...
Genomics of GC-Rich Gram-Positive Bacteria Edited by: Antoine Danchin
Published: 2002   ISBN: 978-0-9542464-3-3
Price: GB £75 or US $150
Eminent scientists have contributed comprehensive reviews on all aspects of the genomics of Rhodococcus, Mycobacteria, Streptomyces and other organisms. The authors provide an insight into the many facets of large-scale functional investigation in a variety of bacteria with the explicit goal to find common rules in the dynamic and structural organisation of these organisms. This volume is the definitive guide to current research in this increasingly important area. read more ...
Epigenetics Edited by: Jörg Tost
Published: 2008   ISBN: 978-1-904455-23-3
Price: GB £150 or US $300
The molecular mechanisms and biological processes in which epigenetic modifications play a primordial role are described in detail. read more ...
Real-Time PCR in Microbiology: From Diagnosis to Characterization Edited by: Ian M. Mackay
Published: 2007   ISBN: 978-1-904455-18-9
Price: GB £150 or US $300
This invaluable book describes and explains some of the more complex aspects of real-time PCR presenting a background for the novice, a theoretical reference for the experienced user, and useful discussions of future developments. Chapters address the basics of PCR history, oligonucleotide design, target preparation, standardisation, quantification, various applications, and future challenges. The final chapter is presented in the format of a roundtable discussion providing an insightful, topical and interesting discourse with contributions from over 30 authorities and experts on real-time PCR. read more ...
Frontiers in Computational Genomics Edited by: Michael Y. Galperin and Eugene V. Koonin
Published: 2003   ISBN: 978-0-9542464-4-0
Price: GB £90 or US $180
Computational biology and bioinformatics form a major, integral part of genomics. From sequence fragment assembly, to gene prediction, to prediction of protein functions and structure, to identification of regulatory signals in DNA, to building phylogenetic trees, it would not be an exaggeration to state that genomics is primarily computational. Major new programs, software and internet facilities have evolved recently that facilitate computational analysis and more novel technologies are currently being developed. Written by experts in the field, this volume highlights research on the emerging, perhaps somewhat controversial, topics in genomics and shows the feedback between the new developments and the established methods of computational biology. An essential book for anyone involved in genomic science or bioinformatics. read more ...
RNA and the Regulation of Gene Expression: A Hidden Layer of Complexity Edited by: Kevin V. Morris
Published: 2008   ISBN: 978-1-904455-25-7
Price: GB £150 or US $300
Experts in RNA research explore and discuss the methods whereby RNA can regulate gene expression with examples in yeast, Drosophila, mammals, and viral infection, and highlight the application of this knowledge in therapeutics and research. read more ...