Unlock the Secrets of Epigenetics: A Comprehensive Handbook for Researchers and Students

Written by esteemed author Trygve O. Tollefsbol, the Handbook of Epigenetics: The New Molecular and Medical Genetics, Third Edition is a definitive resource for understanding the complex and rapidly evolving field of epigenetics.

A Comprehensive Analysis of Epigenetics

This thoroughly revised and updated edition provides a detailed exploration of epigenetics, covering the latest topics and breakthroughs in the field. From basic biology to clinical application, this handbook delves into the intricacies of epigenetics, including:

• Single-cell epigenetics
• DNA methylation clocks in age-related diseases
• Transposable elements and epigenetics
• X chromosome inactivation
• The epigenetics of drug addiction

Epigenomic Analyses and Multi-Omics Approaches

Greater emphasis is placed on epigenomic analyses, incorporating multi-omics approaches to provide a more comprehensive understanding of epigenetics. This edition also features:

• Step-by-step instructions in research methods
• Easy-to-digest disease case studies and clinical trials
• Live links to relevant external datasets and resources

Empowering Researchers and Clinicians

This handbook is designed to empower researchers to reproduce the approaches and studies discussed, aiding clinical translation and advancing disease understanding and epigenetic therapeutics. With chapter summaries and conclusions included throughout, this resource is accessible to scientists and students alike.

Product Details

Publisher: Elsevier Science
Publication Date: September 8, 2022
Language: English
ISBN: 9780323919098, 9780323919500