Advances in Mutagenesis Research 2

By E.E. Castilla and Günter Obe

The new field of applied genetic research, genetic toxicology and mutation research investigates the muta- genicity and cancerogenicity of chemicals and other agents. Permanent changes in genes and chromosomes, or genome mutations, can be induced by a plethora of agents, including ionizing and nonionizing radiations, chemicals, and viruses. Mutagenesis research has two aims: (1) to understand the molecular mechanisms leading to mutations, and (2) to prevent a thoughtless introduction of mutagenic agents into our environment. Both aspects, namely, basic and applied, will be treated in the new series Advances in Mutagenesis Research .

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 3642756018
• ISBN13: 9783642756016
• Release Date: December 2011
• Publisher: Springer
• Length: 326 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.1" x 9.2"