David O. Morgan is a distinguished figure in scientific literature, whose work delves into the intricate mechanisms of physiology and biochemistry. His research explores the fundamental processes that govern life, often touching upon the complex interactions within biological systems. Morgan's writing is characterized by its clarity and precision, making sophisticated scientific concepts accessible to a broad audience. His contributions illuminate the cutting edge of biological understanding.
The third edition of this text is completely reorganized to reflect new discoveries, emphases and approaches. It covers advances in signal transduction, intracellular protein sorting, and gene regulation; it also adds two new chapters on recombinant DNA techniques and proteins as machines.
Cell division is a central biological process: it yields the cells required for development and growth, and supplies the replacement cells to repair and maintain old or damaged tissue. This book gives the students a complete overview of the process of cell division - from chromosome division, through mitosis, cytokinesis, and meiosis.