From DNA to Diversity
by Sean B. Carroll

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Summary of From DNA to Diversity

• Focus on those genes, developmental processes and taxa best known and that best illustrate general principles - Keeps the book simple and useable in class.
  
• Two parts: developmental genetics and regulatory mechanisms and second, delineates possible genetic mechanisms of evol. change and examines evolution at different genetic and morphological levels - Builds understanding logically.
  
• Case study approach of best understood examples - Provides in depth focus on concepts.
  
• Four colour illustrations and photographs - Abstract theoretical becomes realistic.
  
• Chapter summaries and references - Provides textbook style help for students.
  
• Glossary - Helps both students and professionals unfamiliar with common terms in genetics, developmental biology and evolutionary biology.
  
• Premier authorship: Dr. Carroll is the pioneer in the field and the newly elected president of Society for Developmental Biology.

Developmental Biology Books

• Subjects > Science & Math > Biological Sciences > Biology > Developmental Biology
• Biotechnology
• Evolution > Genetics