Developmental Biology Step by Step: The Science Behind How Organisms Develop (Step By Step Subject Guides) by Michael Roberts
English | November 21, 2024 | ISBN: N/A | ASIN: B0DNRT3WZ1 | 134 pages | PDF | 1.89 Mb
English | November 21, 2024 | ISBN: N/A | ASIN: B0DNRT3WZ1 | 134 pages | PDF | 1.89 Mb
Discover the fascinating processes that shape life, detailed in Developmental Biology Step by Step – The Science Behind How Organisms Develop. Whether you're a student, researcher, or biology enthusiast, this clear and accessible guide offers insights into how organisms grow, adapt, and thrive.What You’ll Learn
- Foundational Concepts: Understand the origins of developmental biology, including key debates like epigenesis versus preformation, the role of model organisms, and the groundbreaking discoveries of developmental genetics.
- Early Development: Discover the processes of fertilization, cleavage, and blastulation that transform a single cell into a complex organism.
- Specialized Topics: Uncover the intricacies of neural tube formation, limb development, and organogenesis, with in-depth explanations of cellular interactions and molecular mechanisms.
This book is for anyone curious about the science of life:
- Students: Simplified, step-by-step explanations make this a perfect companion for coursework or exam preparation.
- Professionals and Researchers: Offers advanced insights into gene regulation, morphogenesis, and regenerative medicine.
- Science Enthusiasts: Enjoy engaging explanations that bring cutting-edge science to life.
- Accessible and Engaging Writing: Complex ideas are broken down into clear, digestible sections to suit readers of all levels.
- Comprehensive Coverage: Spanning topics from fertilization to modern applications like organ biofabrication and regenerative medicine.
- Practical Applications: Explore how developmental biology drives breakthroughs in cancer research, stem cell therapy, and organ engineering.
- Future-Oriented: Discover the emerging frontiers of synthetic embryos, single-cell genomics, and evolutionary developmental biology.
- Timeless Knowledge: From cellular migration to genetic regulation, gain a lifelong appreciation of the processes that underpin life itself.
- Step-by-Step Learning: Progress naturally through 16 chapters, starting with foundational knowledge and advancing to specialized topics.
- Focused Sections: Each chapter is broken into clear, manageable subtopics.
- Comprehensive Reference: The final chapter includes a historical timeline, key terms, and future directions for developmental biology.
- Foundations of Developmental Biology
- Historical Perspectives
- Epigenesis vs. Preformation
- Model Organisms
- Developmental Genetics
- Evolution and Development (Evo-Devo)
- Techniques in Developmental Biology
- Principles of Morphogenesis
- Fertilization
- Gametogenesis
- Gastrulation
- Early Embryonic Development
- Cleavage and Blastulation
- Axis Formation
- Cellular Differentiation
- Totipotency and Pluripotency
- Stem Cells in Development
- Gene Regulation
- Signaling Pathways
- Organogenesis
- Neural Tube Formation
- Limb Development
- Morphogen Gradients
- Hox Genes
- Growth and Size Regulation
- Apoptosis in Development
- Molecular Clocks
- Regeneration and Repair
- Developmental Disorders
- Environmental Factors in Development
- Genetic Basis of Developmental Disorders
- Regenerative Medicine
- Organ Engineering
- Future Directions in Developmental Biology