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Thomas D.Pollard,William C.Earnshaw,JenniferLippincott-Schwartz,GrahamJohnson

Cell Biology

Cell Biology

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Cell Biology, 4th Edition, is a concise but comprehensive textbook for students entering research or health care career paths. It provides a foundation for understanding normal cellular function and how molecular defects predispose to human disease. The book includes award-winning illustrations and updated information on new molecular structures, methods, and breakthroughs in cellular biology. It also explains how mutations in genes can compromise cellular systems and lead to disease.

Format: Hardback
Length: 944 pages
Publication date: 28 February 2023
Publisher: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division


The 4th edition of Reader-friendly Cell Biology, a comprehensive textbook for students embarking on research or healthcare careers, offers a concise yet thorough foundation. Renowned illustrations aid in grasping fundamental principles swiftly. Authored by experts, this edition has been thoroughly revised to provide readers with the most current knowledge of normal cellular function, alongside examples of how molecular defects contribute to human diseases.

Key themes introduced in this edition include the roles of intrinsically disordered polypeptides and phase separation in cellular processes, the influence of novel molecular structures on understanding mechanisms, and the impact of exciting new methods, such as single-cell RNA sequencing and second-generation super resolution fluorescence microscopy, on advancing our understanding of cell biology.

Clear and readable explanations unfold a concise narrative of molecular mechanisms underlying cellular functions. An intuitive chapter flow begins with genome organization, gene expression, and RNA processing as a solid foundation for comprehending every facet of cellular function and physiology. This textbook vividly brings cellular biology to life for students interested in medical science by elucidating how genetic mutations can compromise virtually every cellular system and increase the risk of human diseases.

Understanding cell biology has paved the way for innovative treatments for cancer, heart failure, cystic fibrosis, and numerous other diseases. Unique illustrations, featuring realistic proportions and relationships, vividly depict cellular processes, including SARS CoV-2 assembly, mitotic chromosome attachment to microtubules, DNA replication, and the orchestration of physiological processes by pumps, carriers, and channels, from synaptic transmission to cellular volume regulation.

This edition also includes exciting breakthroughs and discoveries in cell biology, reflecting the field's rapid progress. It serves as a valuable resource for students, researchers, and healthcare professionals seeking a comprehensive and up-to-date understanding of cell biology.

Weight: 2076g
Dimension: 283 x 224 x 34 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780323758000
Edition number: 4 ed

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