Book Description
Established almost 30 years ago, Methods in Microbiology is the most prestigious series devoted to techniques and methodology in the field. Now totally revamped, revitalized, with a new format and expanded scope, Methods in Microbiology will continue to provide you with tried and tested, cutting edge protocols to directly benefit your research. Key Features * Focuses on the methods most useful for the functional analysis of yeast genes * Advice on different experimental approaches * Covers the bioinformatics of the now fully sequenced Saccharomyces cerevisiae genome * Covers approaches useful for analysis of genes in Saccharomyces cerevisiae, as well as other yeast species * Includes techniques for mutagenesis, transcript analysis, transposon tagging and use of reporter genes * Describes the use of tools for studying post-translational modifications in yeast * Essential informed coverage of yeast mutant and plasmid collections * Includes useful appendices with handy basic yeast recipes and www addresses * Discusses phenotypic analysis of yeast mutants at cell and biochemical levels