This book includes a vast range of terms and concepts dealing with biochemistry, cell and developmental biology, immunology, hereditary diseases, and molecular evolution, as well as the state of the art in genomics and proteomics. The nearly 25,000 alphabetically arranged entries are explained in a concise yet detailed manner, including ample cross-references, literature citations, databases, tables, and illustrations. It also: provides numerous clear diagrams, photographs, and tables; offers basic descriptions, detailed explanations, and references; covers the range of disciplines associated with modern genetics, genomics, and proteomics; features worked examples and explanations in plain, intelligible language; and appeals to students, researchers, teachers, physicians, and nonspecialists.