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Encyclopedia of Biological Chemistry

Reference Work2004

Editors-in-Chief:

William J. Lennarz and M. Daniel Lane

Encyclopedia of Biological Chemistry

Reference Work2004

 

Cover for Encyclopedia of Biological Chemistry

Editors-in-Chief:

William J. Lennarz and M. Daniel Lane

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Written for a broad, cross-disciplinary audience, the Encyclopedia of Biological Chemistry addresses the fundamental discipline of biological chemistry underlying virtually all of ... read full description

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Written for a broad, cross-disciplinary audience, the Encyclopedia of Biological Chemistry addresses the fundamental discipline of biological chemistry underlying virtually all of the life sciences. This compilation of more than 500 different entries encompasses all aspects of biochemistry, as well as the extensions of this subject into the related fields of molecular biology, cell biology, genetics and biophysics. This comprehensive encyclopedia covers all areas of biological chemistry written by more than 500 selected international experts. Articles are generously illustrated including more than 800 images in four-color. Each entry contains a clear, concise review of the topic along with illustrations, a glossary of technical terms and a section for additional reading. Each entry further contains general background and term definitions as well as a comprehensive review of the current research in the field. Students, science journalists and scientists seeking a concise introduction to specific topics will appreciate the clear, tabular format of each entry.Also available online via ScienceDirect – featuring extensive browsing, searching, and internal cross-referencing between articles in the work, plus dynamic linking to journal articles and abstract databases, making navigation flexible and easy. For more information, pricing options and availability visit www.info.sciencedirect.com.

Written for a broad, cross-disciplinary audience, the Encyclopedia of Biological Chemistry addresses the fundamental discipline of biological chemistry underlying virtually all of the life sciences. This compilation of more than 500 different entries encompasses all aspects of biochemistry, as well as the extensions of this subject into the related fields of molecular biology, cell biology, genetics and biophysics. This comprehensive encyclopedia covers all areas of biological chemistry written by more than 500 selected international experts. Articles are generously illustrated including more than 800 images in four-color. Each entry contains a clear, concise review of the topic along with illustrations, a glossary of technical terms and a section for additional reading. Each entry further contains general background and term definitions as well as a comprehensive review of the current research in the field. Students, science journalists and scientists seeking a concise introduction to specific topics will appreciate the clear, tabular format of each entry.Also available online via ScienceDirect – featuring extensive browsing, searching, and internal cross-referencing between articles in the work, plus dynamic linking to journal articles and abstract databases, making navigation flexible and easy. For more information, pricing options and availability visit www.info.sciencedirect.com.

Key Features

  • Four-volume set with topics arranged from A to Z for easy reference
  • Seven subject areas covering all areas of biological chemistry
  • Over 500 full-color articles of 4-9 pages each
  • Over 1300 illustrations throughout with 800 in 4-color and over 200 tables
  • Glossary of specialized terms and 'Further Reading' section provided for every article
  • Includes entries on the latest research techniques
  • Appropriate for students, researchers, and professionals
  • Four-volume set with topics arranged from A to Z for easy reference
  • Seven subject areas covering all areas of biological chemistry
  • Over 500 full-color articles of 4-9 pages each
  • Over 1300 illustrations throughout with 800 in 4-color and over 200 tables
  • Glossary of specialized terms and 'Further Reading' section provided for every article
  • Includes entries on the latest research techniques
  • Appropriate for students, researchers, and professionals

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ISBN

978-0-12-443710-4

Language

English

Published

2004

Copyright

Copyright © 2004 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.

Imprint

Academic Press

Editors-in-Chief

William J. Lennarz

State University of New York at Stony Brook, Stony Brook, New York, USA

M. Daniel Lane

The Johns Hopkins University, School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland, USA