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Title: The encyclopedia of molecular biology / editor-in-chief, Sir John Kendrew ; executive editor, Eleanor Lawrence.
Author: Kendrew, John C. (John Cowdery), 1917- ; Lawrence, Eleanor, 1949-
Year: 1994.
Description: xxvi, 1165 p. : ill. ; 29 cm.
Subject: Encyclopedias. ; Molecular biology.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references.
ISBN/ISSN: 0632021829;
Type: Book
Abstract: Understanding the processes of life at the molecular level is perhaps the greatest achievement of twentieth century science. This book is designed to act as a comprehensive alphabetical guide to our present knowledge of this fast-moving subject, incorporating almost 6000 definitions and index entries for cross-reference. It covers the complete spectrum of molecular life sciences from the structure of genes to the intricacies of the cell, the development of organisms and the molecular analysis and therapeu
The authors and editors include some of the world's most eminent researchers who have worked very closely with the publisher to provide a unique reference and learning mechanism to aid the reader. Short entries are cross-referenced to longer articles, which provide essential background in which the reader can place specific definitions. In this manner readers can wind their way around from specific to general topics thus gradually increasing their understanding.
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