The approach in Biochemistry Explained has proven highly successful in the author's own classes. The author establishes a thorough understanding of the foundations of and links between molecular structures and reactions, so that later interpretation of complex biochemical pathways and reactions is easy. All of the major molecular structures and...more

The ultimate health-defense guide for eating wisely and safely

Food manufacturers rely increasingly on the use of chemicals to produce larger crops and livestock and to extend the shelf lives of products. Foods once considered safe are being tagged as potential health hazards on a regular basis. Contaminated beef, orange...more

Tissue Engineering and Biodegradable Equivalents: Scientific and Clinical Applications surveys a wide range of natural and synthetic compounds used in tissue, bone, muscle, cartilage, and organ replacement and discusses recent methods for processing, characterizing, and testing these biomaterials. The book offers effective techniques to manipulate cells and growth factors successfully...more

Genetic Engineering: A Primer presents the growing field of biotechnology to non-science majors and other general interest readers. The author examines the natural forces that change genetic information and the ways in which scientists have learned to engineer these genetic changes. With a wealth of information flooding the popular press,...more

Genetically engineered plant products line the shelves of our grocery stores but we don't know which ones they are because no label identifies them....more