This color-illustrated textbook for undergraduates emphasizes science as an ever-developing field, with special attention to practical aspects of evolutionary theory. Sections cover foundations, nucleic acid structure and methods, information transfer, and regulation. Learning features include boxes on real-life applications in medicine, technology, and evolution; boxes on research and experimental data; and ‘moment of discovery’ boxes highlighting significant recent breakthroughs and the researchers behind them. The art program offers color explanatory diagrams and illustrations on every page, plus color photos, micro images, and maps. This second edition offers access to a web site with resources for students and instructors. On the web site, students are guided through a game-like set of simulations. The web site also provides Nature articles on primary research, designed to encourage critical thinking, plus an interactive ebook. This second edition integrates the latest discoveries in molecular biology, offering new and expanded discussion of areas including evolution, DNA nanotechnology, P bodies, and RNA interference. Annotation ©2016 Ringgold, Inc., Portland, OR (protoview.com) Read Less