Molecular Markers, Natural History and Evolution by J.C. Avise (English) Hardcov

Description: Molecular Markers, Natural History and Evolution by J.C. Avise The first part of the book introduces rationales for the use of molecular markers, provides a history of molecular phylogenetics, and describes a wide variety of laboratory methods and interpretative tools in the field. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Molecular approaches have opened new windows on a host of ecological and evolutionary disciplines, ranging from population genetics and behavioral ecology to conservation biology and systematics. This work summarizes the multi-faceted discoveries about organisms in nature that have stemmed from analyses of genetic markers provided by polymorphic proteins and DNAs. The first part of the book introduces rationales for the use of molecular markers, provides a history of molecular phylogenetics, and describes a wide variety of laboratory methods and interpretative tools in the field. The second and major portion of the book provides a cornucopia of biological applications for molecular markers, organized along a scale from micro-evolutionary topics (such as forensics, parentage, kinship, population structure, and intra-specific phylogeny) to macro-evolutionary themes (including species relationships and the deeper phylogenetic structure in the tree of life). The focus is on organismal natural history and evolution, with the macromolecules being the means rather than the ends of scientific inquiry. Author Biography John C. Avise is Professor of Genetics at the University of Georgia and is a member of the National Academy of Sciences and a Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. In 1994 he served as President of the Society for the Study of Evolution. Table of Contents 1. Introduction.- 2. History of Molecular Phylogenetics.- 3. Molecular Tools.- 4. Interpretive Tools.- 5. Individuality and Parentage.- 6. Kinship and Intraspecific Phylogeny.- 7. Speciation and Hybridization.- 8. Species Phytogenies and Macroevolution.- 9. Conservation Genetics.- Literature Cited.- Index to Taxonomic Genera.- General Index. Review `...a splendid and timely overview of the impact of molecular techniques on traditional biology. New Scientist Promotional Springer Book Archives Long Description Molecular approaches have opened new windows on a host of ecological and evolutionary disciplines, ranging from population genetics and behavioral ecology to conservation biology and systematics. Molecular Markers, Natural History and Evolution summarizes the multi-faceted discoveries about organisms in nature that have stemmed from analyses of genetic markers provided by polymorphic proteins and DNAs. The first part of the book introduces rationales for the use of molecular markers, provides a history of molecular phylogenetics, and describes a wide variety of laboratory methods and interpretative tools in the field. The second and major portion of the book provides a cornucopia of biological applications for molecular markers, organized along a scale from micro-evolutionary topics (such as forensics, parentage, kinship, population structure, and intra-specific phylogeny) to macro-evolutionary themes (including species relationships and the deeper phylogenetic structure in the tree of life). Unlike most prior books in molecular evolution, the focus is on organismal natural history and evolution, with the macromolecules being the means rather than the ends of scientific inquiry. Written as an intellectual stimulus for the advanced undergraduate, graduate student, or the practicing biologist desiring a wellspring of research ideas at the interface of molecular and organismal biology, this book presents material in a manner that is both technically straightforward, yet rich with concepts and with empirical examples from the world of nature. Review Quote ...a splendid and timely overview of the impact of molecular techniques on traditional biology. New Scientist Details ISBN0412037718 Short Title MOLECULAR MARKERS NATURAL HIST Language English ISBN-10 0412037718 ISBN-13 9780412037719 Media Book Format Hardcover Year 1993 Publication Date 1993-10-31 Imprint Chapman and Hall Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Author J.C. Avise Residence US Affiliation School of Biological Sciences, University of Califonia-Irvine Pages 511 DOI 10.1007/b114323;10.1007/978-1-4615-2381-9 UK Release Date 1993-10-31 AU Release Date 1993-10-31 NZ Release Date 1993-10-31 Publisher Chapman and Hall Alternative 9780412037818 DEWEY 574.5 Illustrations XIV, 511 p. Audience Undergraduate Edition Description 1994 ed. Edition 1994th We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:96234565;

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