Molecular Genetics, Structures, Mechanisms, and Functions

This new comprehensive two-volume set, Molecular Genetics, Structures, Mechanisms, and Functions, covers all the classical and advanced aspects of molecular genetics and gene manipulation, putting this information in one place for beginners, experts, and those venturing into the fascinating science of molecular biology.

Volume 1: Principles of Gene Manipulation and Genomics provides an overview of the future of genetic engineering and delves into the role of biotechnology and its applications in genetic engineering. It discusses the tools of recombinant technology, which have brought about revolution in our understanding of various complex biological phenomena. Chapters cover mutagenesis, construction, and sequencing of DNA libraries along with applications of genetic engineering for improving health, preventing genetic diseases, enhancing food resources, managing environmental bioremediation, and more. Topics include genetic engineering tools for restriction enzymes and vectors, gene and cell division, mutation detection and screening in plants, population genetics, sexuality in bacteria, and more. Several chapters focus on the tools of recombinant technology, such as restriction enzymes, vectors, etc., that have paved the way for creating organisms of choice and opened new horizons in the field of medicine, agriculture, and industry for human welfare.

Volume 2: Applications and Exploring the Nucleus continues the coverage of generic engineering, dealing with the concept of genes, their relationship with chromosomes, and their functional manifestation to the benefit of organisms at large and for humans in particular. Topics include Mendel’s Laws of Inheritance, which explains the inheritance of traits visible through generations; genome diversity and evolution genetic protein synthesis, recombination and evolution of DNA, transposable elements in genetics, chromosomal aberrations, and more. The volume also addresses genetic engineering in agricultural science for increased crop yields, to reduce costs for food or drug production, to reduce the need for pesticides, to enhance crop quality, etc.

Providing a wealth of knowledge, Molecular Genetics, Structures, Mechanisms, and Functions will be a valuable asset for researchers and scientists working in the field of genetics, molecular genetics, mutation breeding and plant breeding, as well as for faculty and students.

Tariq Ahmad Bhat, PhD, is a Senior Lecturer of Botany at the Department of Education, Govt. of Jammu and Kashmir, India. He is engaged in research of molecular biology, plant biotechnology, mutation breeding, and genetic improvement of legumes and medicinal plants. He has published books, research papers, review articles, and book chapters. He also serves as the District Coordinator Anantnag of a project on medicinal plants under the financial assistance of the National Medicinal Plants Board, India. He is a life member of several scientific societies and a reviewer for international scientific journals. He has received several awards for his work.

Abdul Rauf Shakoori, PhD, is a Distinguished National Professor and Professor Emeritus of the School of Biological Sciences at the University of Punjab, Pakistan. With over 60 years as a teacher and research scientist, he is among the pioneers who introduced modern trends in biological sciences and played a key role in the introduction of cellular and molecular biology as a subject of study and research at the universities of Pakistan. Dr. Shakoori has published many research articles, over 20 books, and book chapters. He developed collaborative research programs with scientists at the University of Massachusetts, USA, where was a Visiting Professor of Cell Biology for more than 25 years. He has received awards for his work over the years.

Jameel M. Al-Khayri, PhD, is a Professor of Plant Biotechnology at the College of Agriculture and Food Sciences, King Faisal University, Saudi Arabia. He has published research and review papers in addition to book chapters. He has served as editor of several special issues of international journals and is also editor of several reference books. He has been a member of editorial boards and review panels of several international journals, participated in the organizing and scientific committees of international conferences, and contributed over 50 research presentations. In addition to teaching, graduate student advising, and conducting funded research projects, he has held various administrative posts.