Books in the Human Molecular Genetics series

Looks at the different approaches that have been taken to study complex inherited diseases by considering a variety of common diseases as models. This book presents introductory overview of genetic diseases and how they are identified.

Hypertension is a condition in humans which is characterized by persistently high arterial blood pressure (over 140/90 mm Hg). Affected individuals are at risk from heart disease, stroke and kidney failure. This book looks at the study and the applications of molecular genetic approaches to this important disease.

Presents the principles of human gene evolution. This book uses examples of how evolutionary processes have molded genes, drawn from the evolution of humans and other primates, as well as from more primitive organisms.

Transcription factors are important in regulating gene expression, and their analysis is of paramount interest to molecular biologists studying this area. This book looks at the basic machinery of the cell involved in transcription in eukaryotes, the factors involved in transcription.