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Bioinformatics for Geneticists

A Bioinformatics Primer for the Analysis of Genetic Data

Michael R Barnes editor

Format:Paperback

Publisher:John Wiley & Sons Inc

Published:9th Mar '07

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Praise from the reviews:

"Without reservation, I endorse this text as the best resource I've encountered that neatly introduces and summarizes many points I've learned through years of experience.  The gems of truth found in this book will serve well those who wish to apply bioinformatics in their daily work, as well as help them advise others in this capacity." CIRCGENETICS

"This book may really help to get geneticists and bioinformaticians on 'speaking-terms'... contains some essential reading for almost any person working in the field of molecular genetics." EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF HUMAN GENETICS 

"... an excellent resource... this book should ensure that any researcher's skill base is maintained." GENETICAL RESEARCH

“… one of the best available and most accessible texts on bioinformatics and genetics in the postgenome age… The writing is clear, with succinct subsections within each chapter….Without reservation, I endorse this text as the best resource I’ve encountered that neatly introduces and summarizes many points I’ve learned through years of experience. The gems of truth found in this book will serve well those who wish to apply bioinformatics in their daily work, as well as help them advise others in this capacity.”  CIRCULATION: CARDIOVASCULAR GENETICS

A fully revised version of the successful First Edition, this one-stop reference book enables all geneticists to improve the efficiency of their research.

The study of human genetics is moving into a challenging new era. New technologies and data resources such as the HapMap are enabling genome-wide studies, which could potentially identify most common genetic determinants of human health, disease and drug response. With these tremendous new data resources at hand, more than ever care is required in their use. Faced with the sheer volume of genetics and genomic data, bioinformatics is essential to avoid drowning true signal in noise. Considering these challenges, Bioinformatics for Geneticists, Second Edition works at multiple levels: firstly, for the occasional user who simply wants to extract or analyse specific data; secondly, at the level of the advanced user providing explanations of how and why a tool works and how it can be used to greatest effect. Finally experts from fields allied to genetics give insight into the best genomics tools and data to enhance a genetic experiment.

Hallmark Features of the Second...

" …an excellent resource…this book should ensure that any researcher’s skill base is maintained" (Genetical Research, 2007)

"…this book contains some essential reading for almost any person working in the field of molecular genetics." (European Journal Of Human Genetics, 2007)

“Over 19 chapters, the authors cover an impressive terrain. The focus is mainly on human genetics and genomics, with research in other species also presented, particularly where it supports  and advances our understanding of human genetics. Although a thoughtful discussion of the relevant literature and techniques is found in each chapter, the book is not overly technical and does not present advanced mathematical, statistical, or genetic concepts in great depth. Instead, focus is on practical applications, available tools, software, and databases, and the presentation supporting real world research examples. The end result is one of the best available and most accessible texts on bioinformatics and genetics in the postgenome age…this book in its current edition still serves as one of the best resources available, particularly in chapters on noncoding RNAs, pharmacogenetics, and drug discovery, microarrays/gene expression, regulatory polymorphisms, and the potential impacts of amino acid changes. The writing is clear, with succinct subsections within each chapter….Without reservation, I endorse this text as the best resource I’ve encountered that neatly introduces and summarizes many points I’ve learned through years of experience. The gems of truth found in this book will serve well those who wish to apply bioinformatics in their daily work, as well as help them advise others in this capacity.” (Circulation: Cardiovascular Genetics,  2008)

ISBN: 9780470026205

Dimensions: 244mm x 169mm x 31mm

Weight: 964g

576 pages

2nd edition