The Human Genome Sourcebook

"Acharya and Sankaran provide a remarkably thorough overview of human genetics in this readable presentation of the complex, rapidly changing field of genomics. This sourcebook presents basic biochemistry necessary for readers to understand genes' composition and function. The introduction puts current genetics research into historical context and explores its social implications. Arranged like an encyclopedia, the chapters contain alphabetical entries covering these major topics: terms and concepts in genetics, the chromosomes, genes for normal functions, and genetic diseases. Liberal cross-references link relevant sections, and a thorough index makes it easy to locate topics. The language is straightforward, including some notes on scientists' major discoveries and the development of significant research techniques....In addition to providing a good introduction to the human genome for high school readers, this work could serve as a supporting reference for students in human or medical genetics classes. Recommended. Lower- and upper-division undergraduates, general readers, and practitioners." - Choice