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Cell biology : a short course /

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Bolsover, Steven R.
Other Authors: Bolsover, Steven R., 1954-
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Hoboken, N.J. : Wiley-Liss, [2004]
Edition:Second edition.
Subjects:
Cell Biology.
Table of Contents:
  • Cells and tissue
  • From water to DNA : the chemistry of life
  • Membranes and organelles
  • DNA structure and the genetic code
  • DNA as a data storage medium
  • Transcription and the control of gene expression
  • Recombinant DNA and the genetic engineering
  • Manufacturing protein
  • Protein structure
  • Intracellular protein trafficking
  • How proteins work
  • Energy trading within the cell
  • Metabolism
  • Ions and voltages
  • The action potential
  • Intracellular signaling
  • Intercellular communication
  • Mechanical molecules
  • Cell cycle and control of cell number
  • Case study : cystic fibrosis