• The author's widely-praised writing style leads the reader through a conceptually challenging subject in a clear, lucid way, building confidence in, and enthusiasm for, the subject from the outset
• Extensive learning tools throughout - and most notably the end of chapter exercises, problems and Weblems (web-based problems) - encourage and support self-directed learning, helping the student to master the subject through hands-on learning
• Special topics boxes and case studies augment the main text, enabling flexibility of use, and offering an extra level of detail for those studying the topic at a more advanced level
• Applications, discussed in context, draw ideas together and demonstrate the relevance of genomics in applied, practical settings, including agriculture, medicine, and forensics
• Presentation of required background information provides a 'primer' of the key molecular biological concepts on which genomics is founded - an ideal resource for those new to the subject, or those who need a quick refresher of essential concepts
• Online Resource Centre features an extensive range of resources for both lecturers and students, enhancing the value of the book as a teaching and learning tool

Readership: Intermediate and advanced biology, biomolecular science, and biochemistry undergraduates. Also of interest to postgraduate students requiring a primer on this subject.

Arthur Lesk, Professor of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, The Pennsylvania State University, USA.

"This is an extraordinarily well-written book on genomics and related areas such as proteomics and systems biology. It is remarkable in its coverage of a very complex area. I was particularly impressed by the section on genomics which is well understood by the somewhat classical protein chemist." - Roger L. Lundblad in The Internet Journal of Genomics and Proteomics, July 2007

"Overall the author does an excellent job. Communicating the possibilities available in current biological research, uncovering the basis of life, to young scientists is essential if we are to realise the potential that genomics and systems biology promise. This book does very well, covering most of the bases in a straightforward and well-written manner. It is definitely good value and to be recommended for teaching introductory courses." - Dr Steve Russell in Bioessys, October 2007

1: Introduction to Genomics
2: Comparative Genomics
3: Evolution and Genomic Change
4: Mapping, sequencing, annotation and databases
5: Microarrays
6: Proteomics
7: Systems Biology