Essential Developmental Biology
Essential Developmental Biology by Jonathan M. W. Slack is a comprehensive introduction to the field of developmental biology, published by John Wiley & Sons on December 26, 2012. This third edition spans 496 pages and is presented in English, featuring a clear and accessible writing style that caters to both introductory and advanced courses in the subject. The book has been expanded and updated to include the latest findings and evidence that underpin key conclusions in developmental biology.
Readers will find a richly illustrated text that covers all aspects of developmental biology, supported by an accompanying website offering instructional materials for students and lecturers. This includes animated developmental processes, a photo gallery of selected model organisms, and downloadable artwork. The emphasis on scientific evidence throughout the book makes it a valuable resource for those interested in topics such as evolution and biology within the life sciences.
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Essential Developmental Biology is a comprehensive, richly illustrated introduction to all aspects of developmental biology. Written in a clear and accessible style, the third edition of this popular textbook has been expanded and updated
In addition, an accompanying website provides instructional materials for both student and lecturer use, including animated developmental processes, a photo gallery of selected model organisms, and all artwork in downloadable format.
With an emphasis throughout on the evidence underpinning the main conclusions, this book is an essential text for both introductory and more advanced courses in developmental biology.
Shortlisted for the Society of Biology Book Awards 2013 in the Undergraduate Textbook category.
Reviews of the Second Edition:
“The second edition is a must have for anyone interested in development biology. New findings in hot fields such as stem cells, regeneration, and aging should make it attractive to a wide readership. Overall, the book is concise, well structured, and illustrated. I can highly recommend it.”
—Peter Gruss, Max Planck Society
“I have always found Jonathan Slack’s writing thoughtful, provocative, and engaging, and simply fun to read. This effort is no exception. Every student of developmental biology should experience his holistic yet analytical view of the subject.”
—Margaret Saha, College of William & Mary
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