Molecular Biology and Genomics

Never before has it been so critical for lab workers to possess the proper tools and methodologies necessary to determine the structure, function, and expression of the corresponding proteins encoded in the genome. Mulhardt's Molecular Biology and Genomics helps aid in this daunting task by providing the reader with tips and tricks for more successful lab experiments. This strategic lab guide explores the current methodological variety of molecular biology and genomics in a simple manner, addressing the assets and drawbacks as well as critical points. It also provides short and precise summaries of routine procedures as well as listings of the advantages and disadvantages of alternative methods.

Shows how to avoid experimental dead ends and develops an instinct for the right experiment at the right timeIncludes a handy Career Guide for researchers in the fieldContains more than 100 extensive figures and tables

Chapter 1: What Is Molecular Biology?

Chapter 2: Fundamental Methods

Chapter 3: The Tools

Chapter 4: The Polymerase Chain Reaction

Chapter 5: RNA

Chapter 6: Cloning DNA Fragments

Chapter 7: Hybridization: How to Track Down DNA

Chapter 8: DNA Analysis

Chapter 9: Investigating the Function of DNA Sequences

Chapter 10: Using Computers

Chapter 11: Suggestions for Career Planning: The Machiavelli Short Course for Young Researchers

Chapter 12: Concluding Thoughts

Appendix 1

Appendix 2

Index