Diagnostic Molecular Biology
- 1st Edition - April 2, 2019
- Imprint: Academic Press
- Author: Chang-Hui Shen
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 1 2 - 8 0 2 8 2 3 - 0
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 1 2 - 8 0 2 8 6 7 - 4
Diagnostic Molecular Biology describes the fundamentals of molecular biology in a clear, concise manner to aid in the comprehension of this complex subject. Each technique… Read more
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Request a sales quoteDiagnostic Molecular Biology describes the fundamentals of molecular biology in a clear, concise manner to aid in the comprehension of this complex subject. Each technique described in this book is explained within its conceptual framework to enhance understanding.
The targeted approach covers the principles of molecular biology including the basic knowledge of nucleic acids, proteins, and genomes as well as the basic techniques and instrumentations that are often used in the field of molecular biology with detailed procedures and explanations. This book also covers the applications of the principles and techniques currently employed in the clinical laboratory.
- Provides an understanding of which techniques are used in diagnosis at the molecular level
- Explains the basic principles of molecular biology and their application in the clinical diagnosis of diseases
- Places protocols in context with practical applications
Researchers and technicians in the lab, pathologists, and students in molecular biology and microbiology
- Edition: 1
- Published: April 2, 2019
- No. of pages (Paperback): 472
- No. of pages (eBook): 472
- Imprint: Academic Press
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN: 9780128028230
- eBook ISBN: 9780128028674
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Chang-Hui Shen
Chang-Hui Shen, PhD, is a Professor of Biology and Biochemistry at the College of Staten Island and the Graduate Center, City University of New York. He earned his B.S. and M.S. at the National Chung-Hsing University, Taiwan, and his Ph.D. at the University of Edinburgh, UK. He was a visiting fellow of the National Institutes of Health before joining the City University of New York.
Dr. Shen’s research focuses on the mechanism of gene expression, with an emphasis on epigenetic regulation in gene activation. His lab utilizes the breadth of current and advanced techniques in molecular biology and biochemistry. He has published dozens of articles throughout his career, and his research has been supported by several agencies, including NATO, NIH, and NSF.
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Professor of Biology and Chair of the Biology Department at the College of Staten Island, City University of New York, New York, USARead Diagnostic Molecular Biology on ScienceDirect