This text tells the story of cells as the unit of life in a colorful and student-friendly manner, taking an "essentials only" approach. By using the successful model of previously published Short Courses, this text succeeds in conveying the key points without overburdening readers with secondary information. The authors (all active researchers and educators) skillfully present concepts by illustrating them with clear diagrams and examples from current research. Special boxed sections focus on the importance of cell biology in medicine and industry today. This text is a completely revised, reorganized, and enhanced revision of From Genes to Cells.
Content:
Chapter 1 Cells and Tissues (pages 1โ18):
Chapter 2 From Water to DNA: The Chemistry of Life (pages 19โ49):
Chapter 3 Membranes and Organelles (pages 51โ63):
Chapter 4 DNA Structure and the Genetic Code (pages 65โ85):
Chapter 5 DNA as a Data Storage Medium (pages 87โ103):
Chapter 6 Transcription and the Control of Gene Expression (pages 105โ127):
Chapter 7 Recombinant DNA and Genetic Engineering (pages 129โ161):
Chapter 8 Manufacturing Protein (pages 163โ181):
Chapter 9 Protein Structure (pages 183โ211):
Chapter 10 Intracellular Protein Trafficking (pages 213โ235):
Chapter 11 How Proteins Work (pages 237โ256):
Chapter 12 Energy Trading within the Cell (pages 257โ280):
Chapter 13 Metabolism (pages 281โ308):
Chapter 14 Ions and Voltages (pages 309โ324):
Chapter 15 The Action Potential (pages 325โ340):
Chapter 16 Intracellular Signaling (pages 341โ362):
Chapter 17 Intercellular Communication (pages 363โ379):
Chapter 18 Mechanical Molecules (pages 381โ400):
Chapter 19 Cell Cycle and Control of Cell Number (pages 401โ422):
Chapter 20 Case Study: Cystic Fibrosis (pages 423โ435):