Introduction to epigenetics

This open access textbook leads the reader from basic concepts of chromatin structure and function and RNA mechanisms to the understanding of epigenetics, imprinting, regeneration and reprogramming. The textbook treats epigenetic phenomena in animals, as well as plants. Written by four international...

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Detalles Bibliográficos
Autor principal: Paro, Renato (-)
Otros Autores: Grossniklaus, Ueli, Santoro, Raffaella, Wutz, Anton
Formato: Libro electrónico
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: Cham : Springer Nature 2021
2021.
Colección:Learning materials in biosciences
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Sumario:This open access textbook leads the reader from basic concepts of chromatin structure and function and RNA mechanisms to the understanding of epigenetics, imprinting, regeneration and reprogramming. The textbook treats epigenetic phenomena in animals, as well as plants. Written by four internationally known experts and senior lecturers in this field, it provides a valuable tool for Master- and PhD- students who need to comprehend the principles of epigenetics, or wish to gain a deeper knowledge in this field. After reading this book, the student will: Have an understanding of the basic toolbox of epigenetic regulation; Know how genetic and epigenetic information layers are interconnected; Be able to explain complex epigenetic phenomena by understanding the structures and principles of the underlying molecular mechanisms; Understand how misregulated epigenetic mechanisms can lead to disease.
Descripción Física:1 online resource (xii, 215 pages) : illustrations (some color)
ISBN:9783030686703