Examines the genetic circuitry of the 'fruit fly', tackling the hows and the whys behind fly development. Series: Developmental and Cell Biology Series. Num Pages: 476 pages, 70 b/w illus. 4 tables. BIC Classification: PSAK; PSC; PSF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 279 x 215 x 30. Weight in Grams: 1329. . 2002. Illustrated. hardcover. . . . .

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Title: Imaginal Discs: The Genetic and Cellular Logic of Pattern Formation: 39 (Developmental and Cell Biology Series, Series Number 39)
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Publication Date: 2002
Language: English
ISBN 10: 0521584450
ISBN 13: 9780521584456
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: New

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Many of the 14,000 genes of Drosophila are involved in the development of imaginal discs. These hollow sacs of cells make adult structures during metamorphosis, and their study is crucial to comprehending how a larva becomes a fully-functioning fly. This book examines the genetic circuitry of the well-known 'fruit fly', tackling questions of cell assemblage and pattern formation, of the hows and the whys behind the development of the fly. After an initial examination of the proximity versus pedigree imperatives, the book delves into bristle pattern formation and disc development, with entire chapters devoted to the leg, wing, and eye. Extensive appendices include a glossary of protein domains, catalogues of well-studied genes, and an outline of signaling pathways. More than 30 wiring diagrams among over 60 detailed schematics clarify the text. No student or practising scientist engaged in the study of Drosophila genetics should be without this comprehensive reference.

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This book examines the genetic circuitry of the well-known 'fruit fly'. It looks at the proximity versus pedigree imperatives, bristle pattern formation and disc development, and has entire chapters devoted to the leg, wing, and eye. Appendices include a glossary of protein domains and catalogues of well-studied genes. More than 60 detailed schematics clarify the text.

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