Fundamental Bacterial Genetics

<i>Fundamental Bacterial Genetics</i> presents a concise introduction to microbial genetics. The text focuses on one bacterial species, <i>Escherichia coli</i>, but draws examples from other microbial systems at appropriate points to support the fundamental concepts of molecular genetics. A solid balance of concepts, techniques and applications makes this book an accessible, essential introduction to the theory and practice of fundamental microbial genetics. <br /> <p><br /> </p> <ul> <li style=”list-style: none”><br /> </li> <li>FYI boxes – feature key experiments that lead to what we now know, biographies of key scientists, comparisons with other species and more.<br /> </li> <li>Study questions – at the end of each chapter, review and test students’ knowledge of key chapter concepts.<br /> </li> <li>Key references – included both at chapter end and in a full reference list at the end of the book.<br /> </li> <li>Full Chapter on Genomics, Bioinformatics and Proteomics – includes coverage of functional genomics and microarrays.<br /> </li> <li>Dedicated website – animations, study resources, web research questions and illustrations downloadable for powerpoint files provide students and instructors with an enhanced, interactive experience.</li> </ul>