Wilson and Walker's Principles and Techniques of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology


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Bringing this best-selling textbook right up to date, the new edition uniquely integrates the theories and methods that drive the fields of biology, biotechnology and medicine, comprehensively covering both the techniques students will encounter in lab classes and those that underpin current key advances and discoveries. The contents have been updated to include both traditional and cutting-edge techniques most commonly used in current life science research. Emphasis is placed on understanding the theory behind the techniques, as well as analysis of the resulting data. New chapters cover proteomics, genomics, metabolomics, bioinformatics, as well as data analysis and visualisation. Using accessible language to describe concepts and methods, and with a wealth of new in-text worked examples to challenge students' understanding, this textbook provides an essential guide to the key techniques used in current bioscience research.




Principles and Techniques of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology


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Uniquely integrates the theory and practice of key experimental techniques for bioscience undergraduates. Now includes drug discovery and clinical biochemistry.




Molecular Biology Techniques


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This manual is an indispensable tool for introducing advanced undergraduates and beginning graduate students to the techniques of recombinant DNA technology, or gene cloning and expression. The techniques used in basic research and biotechnology laboratories are covered in detail. Students gain hands-on experience from start to finish in subcloning a gene into an expression vector, through purification of the recombinant protein. The third edition has been completely re-written, with new laboratory exercises and all new illustrations and text, designed for a typical 15-week semester, rather than a 4-week intensive course. The "project approach to experiments was maintained: students still follow a cloning project through to completion, culminating in the purification of recombinant protein. It takes advantage of the enhanced green fluorescent protein - students can actually visualize positive clones following IPTG induction. - Cover basic concepts and techniques used in molecular biology research labs - Student-tested labs proven successful in a real classroom laboratories - Exercises simulate a cloning project that would be performed in a real research lab - "Project" approach to experiments gives students an overview of the entire process - Prep-list appendix contains necessary recipes and catalog numbers, providing staff with detailed instructions




Prokaryotic Cell Wall Compounds


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Microbial cell wall structures play a significant role in maintaining cells’ shape, as protecting layers against harmful agents, in cell adhesion and in positive and negative biological activities with host cells. All prokaryotes, whether they are bacteria or archaea, rely on their surface polymers for these multiple functions. Their surfaces serve as the indispensable primary interfaces between the cell and its surroundings, often mediating or catalyzing important interactions. Prokaryotic Cell Wall Compounds summarizes the current state of knowledge on the prokaryotic cell wall. Topics concerning bacterial and archaeal polymeric cell wall structures, biological activities, growth and inhibition, cell wall interactions and the applications of cell wall components, especially in the field of nanobiotechnology, are presented.




Practical Biochemistry


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Methods of Molecular Analysis in the Life Sciences


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An accessible overview of the most popular and cutting-edge methods for studying the properties of molecules and their interactions.







Basic Techniques in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology


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Fundamentals of biochemistry and molecular biology is an important component of all disciplines of Biology. In the era of multidisciplinary approach, the basic techniques in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology are much needed by the students of Botany, Zoology, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Fisheries, Veterinary, Pharmacology, Physiology, Medicine, Genetics, Agriculture and allied subjects both at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. This book includes 15 chapters covering more than 135 experimental protocols. It discussed all the relevant topics like pH and buffers, spectrophotometry, chromatography, carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, electrophoresis, enzyme immunology, vitamins and pigments, metabolites and molecular biology. It includes a wide range of experiments from preparation of culture media to PCR, Southern and Western blotting. All the experiments have been meticulously designed and special care has been taken to the safety in laboratory and precautions are given wheresoever required.




Current Protocols Essential Laboratory Techniques


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The latest title from the acclaimed Current Protocols series, Current Protocols Essential Laboratory Techniques, 2e provides the new researcher with the skills and understanding of the fundamental laboratory procedures necessary to run successful experiments, solve problems, and become a productive member of the modern life science laboratory. From covering the basic skills such as measurement, preparation of reagents and use of basic instrumentation to the more advanced techniques such as blotting, chromatography and real-time PCR, this book will serve as a practical reference manual for any life science researcher. Written by a combination of distinguished investigators and outstanding faculty, Current Protocols Essential Laboratory Techniques, 2e is the cornerstone on which the beginning scientist can develop the skills for a successful research career.




Biochemistry and Molecular Biology


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A new edition of the popular introductory textbook for biochemistry and molecular biology. * Contains substantial new material * Contains even more of the clear, colour diagrams Completely up to date. Elimination of inessential material has permitted full coverage of the areas of most current interest as well as coverage of essential basic material. Areas of molecular biology such as cell signalling, cancer molecular biology, protein targeting, proteasomes, immune system, eukaryotic gene control are covered fully but still in a clear student friendly style. This makes the book suitable for the most modern type of courses. WHAT'S NEW New or completely re-written chapters - 2. Enzymes 3. The structure of proteins 4. The cell membrane - a structure depending only on weak forces 13. Strategies for metabolic control and their applications to carbohydrate and fat metabolism 17. Cellular disposal of unwanted molecules 23. Eukaryotic gene transcription and control 24. Protein synthesis, intracellular transport and degradation 25. How are newly synthesised proteins delivered to their correct destinations? - Protein targeting 26. Cell signalling 27. The immune system 30. Molecular biology of cancer 33. The cytoskeleton, molecular motors and intracellular transport There are also several major insertions of new material, and minor editing to the rest of the book. SUPPORT MATERIAL ON THE WEB www.oup.com/elliott (look for the site in August 2000) * There will be a sample chapter in November 2000 so that readers can see the design and content * All the illustrations will be available free for downloading (from March 2001) * A detailed description of the purpose of the book: who it's aimed at and why it was written (from August 2000) * A detailed description of what's new to this edition (from August 2000) PLUS Student's Solutions Manual Instructor's Solutions Manual (tbc)