Encyclopedia of Genetics, Four-Volume Set

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Genetics, the science of heredity, lies at the heart of biology, and many diseases are impacted by an individuals genetic make-up.
The field of genetics is rapidly evolving and new medical break-throughs are occurring as a result of advances in knowledge of genetics, and from the human genome sequencing project in particular. It is difficult to disseminate the new information to all of the persons involved in genetics research. This book fills that gap, with diverse information compiled into a single, comprehensive source containing clear presentations of cutting-edge knowledge.
Comprehensive and outstandingly organized, the Encyclopedia of Genetics is an essential and invaluable reference work for everyone from the academic researcher to the educated layperson. It provides the most complete and authoritative coverage of genetics ever. Edited by Dr. Sydney Brenner, recipient of the 2000 Albert Lasker Award for Special Achievement in Medical Science and Professor Jeffrey H. Miller of UCLA, together they have gathered the world's top geneticists to contribute to this outstanding collection.
The online version allows multiple user access, has fully searchable text in addition to a clear alphabetical table of contents, and provides numerous hyperlinks to related sites. Initial access to the online version included with purchase. Ongoing access maintained for minimal annual fee.
The Encyclopedia provides:
* Comprehensive coverage: at 4 volumes and over 1,700 entries this is the largest Genetics reference work currently available
* Complete, up-to-date information
* Initial online access to the online version, which includes fully searchable text and numerous hyperlinks to related sites
* Cross-references to related articles within the Encyclopedia
* 2800 pages; two-color printing throughout text and figures; color plate sections also included