A compendium of the latest techniques and concepts in biotechnology

Over 150 pages, packed with information on one of science's most fascinating new areas of study! Includes over a dozen handson lab investigations - each including teacher and student sections - as well as detailed background information. An indispensable tool for the novice and expert alike featuring such topics as gel electrophoresis, DNA fingerprinting, restriction enzymes, plasmid DNA, recombinant DNA, genetic diseases, DNA mapping, genetic diagnosis of disease as well as many, many more.