From Chromosomes to Mobile Genetic Elements (Original Publisher)

Ideal for graduate students, molecular biologists, geneticists, microbiologists, and biotechnology professionals, the book integrates classical chromosome theory with cutting-edge insights into genome plasticity and genetic mobility. Readers will gain both theoretical knowledge and practical context for the roles these elements play in evolution, adaptation, and biomedical applications.

Key Features and Highlights:

• Integrates concepts from chromosomal organization, replication, and repair with mobile genetic element dynamics
• Covers a wide range of elements including plasmids, bacteriophages, transposons, retroelements, and integrons
• Discusses implications in gene therapy, antimicrobial resistance, and horizontal gene transfer
• Provides illustrative diagrams, up-to-date references, and summary tables for key mechanisms
• Suitable for use in molecular biology courses and advanced research training

Topics Covered:
Includes core chapters on chromosome structure and function, genetic recombination, transposable elements, horizontal gene transfer, plasmid biology, viral integration, and mobile elements in genome evolution and biotechnology.

About the Author:
Written by a respected molecular geneticist with extensive experience in genome structure and mobile DNA, the author brings a clear, research-informed perspective that supports both academic and applied scientific communities.

Technical Details:

• File Formats Available: PDF
• File Size: Approx. 11–15 MB
• Language: English
• Device Compatibility: Compatible with all major e-readers, smartphones, tablets, and desktops (Kindle, iOS, Android, Windows/macOS)

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q1: Does this book include recent findings on mobile genetic elements in clinical contexts, such as antibiotic resistance?
A: Yes. It covers real-world applications and clinical implications, including the role of mobile elements in antimicrobial resistance and pathogen evolution.

Q2: Is this book suitable for use in advanced undergraduate or graduate coursework?
A: Absolutely. Its accessible language, visual aids, and comprehensive content make it ideal for upper-level university courses and research training.