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Thrive in Genetics Alison Thomas (Department of Life Sciences, Anglia Ruskin University)

Thrive in Genetics By Alison Thomas (Department of Life Sciences, Anglia Ruskin University)

Summary

The Thrive in Bioscience revision guides are written to help undergraduate students achieve exam success in all core areas of bioscience. They communicate all the key concepts in a succinct, easy-to-digest way, using features and tools - both in the book and in digital form - to make learning even more effective.

Thrive in Genetics Summary

Thrive in Genetics by Alison Thomas (Department of Life Sciences, Anglia Ruskin University)

The Thrive in Bioscience revision guides are written to help students achieve exam success in all core areas of bioscience. Each title encourages the reader to follow four steps to maximise their learning, with features to support this process. Step One: Review the facts The revision guides are designed to help learning be quick and effective: * Information is set out in bullet points, making it easy to digest. * Clear, uncluttered illustrations illuminate what is said in the text. * Key concept panels summarise the essential learning points. Step 2: Check your understanding Readers are encouraged to: * Complete the questions at the end of chapters and online multiple-choice questions to reinforce their learning. * Use the flashcard app to master the essential terms and phrases. Step 3: Take note of extra advice Revision tips, and hints for getting those precious extra marks in exams, are presented throughout. Step 4: Go the extra mile Readers can explore the suggestions for further reading to take their understanding one step further. Each title in the series is tailored to maximise understanding and achievement, to ensure that the reader really can thrive in their studies. They are the perfect course companions for any bioscience degree. Each title in the series is accompanied by the following digital resources: A flashcard glossary app, enabling the user to test their understanding of key terminology; A bank of interactive MCQs, giving users a hands-on way to check they have fully understood the concepts presented.

About Alison Thomas (Department of Life Sciences, Anglia Ruskin University)

Dr Alison Thomas is a Senior Lecturer and Pathway Leader for Genetics in the Department of Life Sciences, Anglia Ruskin University where she teaches on a wide range of genetic and molecular biology modules, including Medical Genetics, DNA and Gene Manipulation and Biological Conservation. Alison received a BA. Hons. (Oxon) in Botany (top first in department and college) and a PhD in fungal genetics from the National Institute for Medical Research in association with University College, London. Her research interests are in Molecular Ecology; current research projects include those exploring the ecological impact of the recent harlequin ladybird invasion into the UK, and the evolutionary adaptive value of melanism in squirrels.

Table of Contents

1. Chromosomes and Cellular Reproduction ; 2. Principles of Mendelian Inheritance ; 3. Further Mendelian Principles ; 4. Eukaryotic Gene Mapping ; 5. Quantitative Genetics ; 6. The Genetics of Bacteria, Viruses, and Organelles ; 7. The Biochemical Basis of Heredity ; 8. From Genotype to Phenotype I: RNA and Transcription ; 9. From Genotype to Phenotype II: RNA to Protein ; 10. Control of Gene Expression ; 11. Gene Mutations ; 12. Chromosome Mutations ; 13. Genetics of Populations ; 14. Working with Genes: Analysing and Manipulating DNA

Additional information

GOR007075032
9780199694624
0199694621
Thrive in Genetics by Alison Thomas (Department of Life Sciences, Anglia Ruskin University)
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Oxford University Press
20130530
344
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