Biology Today: An Issues Approach - Couverture souple

Minkoff, Eli C.; Baker, Pamela J.

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0070426295 ISBN 13 : 9780070426290

Editeur : McGraw-Hill Inc.,US, 1996

Synopsis

Intended for a first-year course in general or non-majors biology, this textbook represents an attempt to get away from the tradition of weighty encyclopaedic works by using an issues-oriented approach to the teaching of biology, one that emphasizes coherent understanding of selected issues. Coverage of each issue will also include its social context, both historical and contemporary. This book builds a good foundation for upper level courses by teaching all the basics necessary for understanding advanced material while fostering their understanding of biology as a process of discovery.

A propos du livre

Biographie de l'auteur

Eli C. Minkoff is Professor of Biology at Bates College. He received his bachelor's degree, Magna Cum Laude, from Columbia University and his MA and PhD from Harvard University. A member of Phi Beta Kappa and the Society for the Study of Evolution, Dr. Minkoff has published several books as well as many articles in scholarly journals and encyclopedic reference works.

Pamela J. Baker is Professor of Biology at Bates College. She holds two Bachelor of Science degrees (from the University of Wales at Swansea, Magna Cum Laude, and from Bates College, Cum Laude). She also holds an MA and PhD from the State University of New York at Buffalo. Her research focuses on the function of the immune system in bone diseases such as periodontal disease and on the investigation of new antimicrobial agents.

Présentation de l'éditeur

Biology Today is a truly innovative introductory biology text. Designed to combine the teaching of biological concepts within the context of current societal issues, Biology Today encourages introductory biology students to think critically about the role that science plays in their world. The Third Edition has been revised and updated, and contains three new chapters: Genetic Engineering and Genomics, New Infectious Threats, and Protecting the Biosphere.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: McGraw-Hill Inc.,US
• Date d'édition: 1996
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0070426295
• ISBN 13: 9780070426290
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 533
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible