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Molecular Biology and Biotechnology is a convenient, current and comprehensive one-volume library of the theories and the techniques involved in understanding the molecular basis of life and the application of that knowledge in genetics, medicine and agriculture. It contains more than 250 carefully reviewed articles written by 378 eminent scientists representing 18 countries, including 8 Nobel laureates. The book contains over 120 tables and 500 illustrations, including section in full color.

All articles are designed as self-contained treatments of the important topics in molecular biology that are presented on a first-principles basis and include appropriate mathematics and references. Arranged alphabetically for easy access, each article begins with a key word section to assist the scientist or university student who is unfamiliar with the specific subject area.

The book includes more than 1500 key words, each defined within the context of the particular scientific field covered by the article, since the same word may have different meanings in different fields. In addition to the key word definitions, the Glossary of Basic Terms found at the back of the book defines the most commonly used terms in molecular biology. Extensive cross-references and a detailed subject index give the reader further easy access to topics of particular interest.

The unique structure and organization of molecular biology and biotechnology allow maximum comprehension by both novice and expert. The book will be an invaluable resource for scientists trained in other fields who are interested in working in the fields of molecular biology, molecular medicine, or biotechnology.