Cell Cycles and Checkpoints

The process of cell division is central to growth, development, and tissue repair in all living organisms. The regulation of this process ensures that cells duplicate their DNA and divide accurately, maintaining genetic stability. Cell Cycles and Checkpoints explores the molecular mechanisms that control progression through different phases of the cell cycle. The book discusses cyclins, kinases, and regulatory proteins responsible for checkpoint control, DNA repair, and error correction. It also examines the implications of cell cycle dysregulation in cancer and developmental disorders. Integrating molecular biology with biomedical insights, it provides a comprehensive understanding of how cellular life is precisely timed and coordinated.

Dr. Jaykumar D. Deshmukh (1981) is presently serving as Assistant Professor in Department of Genetics and Plant Breeding, College of Agriculture Parbhani, Maharashtra, India. He obtained his M.Sc. (GPB) in 2005 and Ph.D. (GPB) in 2013 from Vasantrao Naik Marathwada Krishi Vidyapeeth, Parbhani, Maharashtra. He started his career as an Assistant Professor in 2013. His field of specialisation is Genetics and Plant Breeding. He has published seven books and more than 45 research papers in National and international journals. He has participated in International, National and State Level Seminar and Symposiums.