Encyclopedia of Genetics Genomics Proteomics and Informatics 3/e

This new third edition updates a best-selling encyclopedia. It includes about 56% more words than
the 1,392-page second edition of 2003. The number of illustrations increased to almost 2,000 and
their quality has improved by design and four colors. In addition, cross-references among entries
are expanded and the statements are supported by references: more than 14,000 journal papers and
more than 3,000 books are listed. The book includes approximately 1,800 current databases and web
servers. Retractions and corrigenda are pointed out.

This encyclopedia covers the basics and the latest in genomics, proteomics, genetic engineering,
small RNAs, transcription factories, chromosome territories, stem cells, genetic networks,
epigenetics, prions, hereditary diseases, and patents. Similar integrated information is not
available in textbooks or on the Internet. It is the best, high-quality resource for researchers,
instructors and students of basic and applied biology, as well as for physicians and lawyers or
even for interested laymen, because of the clarity of its presentation.