Cell Biology 4th Edition: Unlocking the Secrets of Cellular Function and Physiology

Are you ready to embark on a journey to uncover the intricacies of cellular biology? Look no further than the 4th edition of this renowned textbook, “Reader-friendly Cell Biology”, written by Thomas D. Pollard MD, William C. Earnshaw PhD FRS, and Jennifer Lippincott-Schwartz PhD. This comprehensive guide provides a solid foundation for students pursuing careers in research or healthcare, ensuring a deep understanding of cellular function and its relationship to human disease.

Award-Winning Illustrations and Clear Explanations

The authors have carefully crafted this edition to include award-winning illustrations that enable readers to quickly grasp general principles and complex concepts. Clear, concise explanations provide a comprehensive narrative of how cells function at the molecular level, making it easy to understand the intricacies of cellular biology.

Organization and Structure

The intuitive chapter flow takes readers on a journey through genome organization, gene expression, and RNA processing, laying the groundwork for understanding every aspect of cellular function and physiology. This logical structure ensures that readers can easily follow the complexities of cellular biology and its applications in medical science.

Understanding the Impact of Molecular Defects on Human Disease

This edition delves into the latest research on how molecular defects can compromise cellular systems and predispose to human disease. By exploring the impact of mutations on cellular function, readers will gain a deeper understanding of the underlying causes of diseases such as cancer, heart failure, and cystic fibrosis.

New Themes and Breakthroughs

The 4th edition introduces exciting new themes, including the roles of intrinsically disordered polypeptides and phase separation in cellular functions, the influence of novel molecular structures on understanding mechanisms, and the impact of innovative methods such as single cell RNA sequencing and second-generation super-resolution fluorescence microscopy on advancing our understanding of cellular biology.

Discover the latest breakthroughs in cellular biology, including the discovery of SMC motor proteins organizing chromosomal DNA, TOR kinases regulating metabolism, new types of immunotherapy for cancer treatment, mechanisms regulating fast axonal transport and their relation to neurodegenerative diseases, and the newly understood pathways of normal and pathological cell death.

Enhanced eBook Version Included

With your purchase, you’ll receive an enhanced eBook version, allowing you to access all text, figures, and references from the book on a variety of devices.

Product Details:
Publisher: Elsevier
Edition: 4th Edition (April 6, 2023)
Language: English
Pages: 944
ISBN-10: 0323758002
ISBN-13: 978-0323758000