Cell biology - Thomas D. Pollard

A masterful introduction to the cell biology that you need to know! This critically acclaimed textbook offers you a modern and unique approach to the study of cell biology. It emphasizes that cellular structure, function, and dysfunction ultimately result from specific macromolecular interactions. You'll progress from an explanation of the "hardware" of molecules and cells to an understanding of how these structures function in the organism in both healthy and diseased states. The exquisite art program helps you to better visualize molecular structures.

• Efficient, reader-friendly coverage of essential concepts
  
• Cell biology is made easier to understand by demonstrating how cellular structure, function, and dysfunction result from specific macromolecular interactions
• Logical progression from an explanation of the 'hardware' of molecules and cells to an understanding of how these structures function in the organism in both healthy and diseased states
• Over 1500 remarkable full-colour illustrations presenting physical structures to scale help you to visualise molecular structures and functions
  
• Explains how molecular and cellular structures evolved in different organisms
• Clinical Examples show you how molecular changes lead to the development of diseases
  
• Bonus access to STUDENT CONSULT! At www.studentconsult.com, you'll find:
  • The complete text and illustrations of the book online, fully searchable
  • Downloadable image bank, perfect for essays and presentations
  • 50 free "Integration Links" to bonus content in other STUDENT CONSULT titles
  • Test your knowledge with multiple-choice review questions
  • An interactive community centre with a wealth of additional resources, and much more!
  • New keystone chapter on the origin and evolution of life on earth probably the best explanation of evolution for cell biologists available!
  • Spectacular new artwork by gifted artist Graham Johnson of the Scripps Research Institute in San Diego. 200 new and 500 revised figures bring his keen insight to Cell Biology illustration and further aid the reader's understanding.
  • New chapters and sections on the most dynamic areas of cell biology - Organelles and membrane traffic by Jennifer Lippincott-Schwartz;
    RNA processing (including RNAi) by David Tollervey., updates on stem cells and DNA Repair.
  • ,More readable than ever.
    Improved organization and an accessible new design increase the focus on understanding concepts and mechanisms.
    
  • New guide to figures featuring specific organisms and specialized cells paired with a list of all of the figures showing these organisms.
    Permits easy review of cellular and molecular mechanisms.
  • New glossary with one-stop definitions of over 1000 of the most important terms in cell biology.