Known for its focus on concepts and problem-solving, this best-selling text has been extensively updated with new coverage of genomics, bioinformatics, proteomics and more. Concepts of Genetics, Ninth Edition is written in a clear and accessible style for students in introductory genetic courses typically found in departments of Biology, Botany, Zoology, Agriculture, or any of the health sciences.

• 1. Introduction to Genetics 2. Mitosis and Meiosis 3. Mendelian Genetics 4. Extensions of Mendelian Ratios 5. Chromosome Mapping in Eukaryotes 6. Genetic Analysis and Mapping in Bacteria and Bacteriophages 7. Sex Determination and Sex Chromosomes 8. Chromosome Mutations: Variation in Chromosome Number and Arrangement 9. Extranuclear Inheritance 10. DNA Structure and Analysis 11. DNA Replication and Recombination 12. DNA Organization in Chromosomes 13. Recombinant DNATechnology and Gene Cloning 14. The Genetic Code and Transcription 15. Translation and Proteins 16. Gene Mutation and DNA Repair 17. Regulation of Gene Expression in Prokaryotes 18. Regulation of Gene Expression in Eukaryotes 19. Developmental Genetics of Model Organisms 20. Cancer and Regulation of the Cell Cycle 21. Genomics, Proteomics, and Bioinformatics 22. Genome Dynamics: Transposons, Immunogenetics, and Eukaryotic Viruses 23. Genomic Analysis--Dissection of Gene Function 24. Applications and Ethics of Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology 25. Quantitative Genetics and Multifactorial Traits 26. Genetics and Behavior 27. Population Genetics 28. Evolutionary Genetics 29. Conservation Genetics Glossary ANSWERS TO SELECTED PROBLEMS CREDITS INDEX