Epigenetics and Pathology

This title includes a number of Open Access chapters.This book explores recent research by experts in the field pertaining to the role played by genetic factors in human pathology. A range of perspectives creates a well-rounded picture, including host-pathogen interactions, causal relationships between genes and the environment, the effects of environmental chemicals on gene expression, and DNA methylation. The book also covers the analysis and provides models for understanding the epigenetics-pathology connection.