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This unique book integrates knowledge from a wide range of expertise, specifically applied to the mouse and addressed at a wide audience from those new to the field to experts who want an update on the state of the art. Mouse Genetics and Transgenics: A Practical Approach covers all aspects of using the mouse as a genetic model organism: care and husbandry; archiving stocks as frozen embryos or sperm; making new mutations by chemical mutagenesis; transgenesis; gene targeting; mapping mutations and polygenic traits by cytogenetic, genetic, and physical means; and disseminating and researching information via the Internet. ... Read more

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Are eugenics practices morally defensible? Who should have access to genetic information about particular individuals? What dangers for cultural and racial diversity do developments in genetics pose? And how should scientific research be regulated and by whom? These are some of the questions addressed in this book, which comprises the 1998 Oxford Amnesty Lectures. The lecturers are all respected in their specific field, including Hilary Putnam, Ian Wilmut (co-creator of 'Dolly' the sheep), and Jonathan Glover. Each lecture is proceeded by a discussion article written by prominent lawyers, scientists, and philosophers, and a foreword has been written by Richard Dawkins. Fascinating and thought-provoking, this book is essential reading for all those interested in the future of genetics and humankind. ... Read more

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Univ. of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor. Brandon/Hill Medical List minimal-core and firstpurchase selection (#203). New to this edition: triplet repeat disease and discussions on sex. Previous edition: c1990. Softcover. DNLM: Genetics, Medical. ... Read more

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Contemporary Genetics for Easy Reading
This book is good for those who want to learn about genetics withoutreading a tedious, text-ridden book.The diagrams are simple enough tounderstand without being too involved.The text, usually complete, lacksin some areas.That's why I rated it a "4" instead of"5".I would recommend this book for graduate students in the"Biomedical sciences" and also dedicated medical students want astrong background in genetics. ... Read more

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This is the second edition of the successful textbook written by the prize-winning scientist Andreas Ziegler, former President of the German Region of the International Biometric Society, and Inke R. König, who has been teaching the subject over many years.

The book gives a comprehensive introduction into the relevant statistical methods in genetic epidemiology. The second edition is thoroughly revised, partly rewritten and includes new chapters on traditional family studies and state-of-the-art genome-wide association studies. The book is ideally suited for advanced students in epidemiology, genetics, statistics, bioinformatics and biomathematics. Like in the first edition, the book contains many problems and solutions. 

E-learning Platform Edition:
The paperback version of this book exclusively comes with an e-learning course created by Friedrich Pahlke. This e-learning course has been developed to complement the book and both provide a unique support tool for teaching the subject. ... Read more

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Condition of the book excellent.Really like the colored graphics in this edition from the previous which I also own.The online apps are great.Thanks. ... Read more

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New discoveries about the genetic underpinnings of many kinds of human experience are now constantly being made. This book explores the impact of these discoveries on the ways in which the common mental disorders are best conceptualized and treated.

Most people think of research in genetics as the search for genes. This is only one focus of effort, and even with the reliable identification of susceptibility genes, the clinical applications of their discovery, such as gene therapies and new drug development, are a long way off. For the present, the impact of genetic research on our understanding of mental illness is tied to our ability to estimate the effect of all genes by means of family, twin, and adoption studies. The results of these studies challenge some deeply cherished ideas and theories, and support others.

Of course, the effect of genes is only half the equation. The role of experience, environment, and living conditions accounts for as much, often considerably more, of the variability in psychopathology. In this book, Kerry Jang attempts not to answer questions about what is "genetic" and what is not, but about what a knowledge of the relative influence of genes versus environment means at a psychological level of analysis--to show how it changes common assumptions about classification, etiology, diagnosis, and intervention.

He first offers an overview of contemporary behavioral genetics, dispels common misconceptions, responds to the criticisms that have been leveled at this new field, and describes in basic terms how genetic and environmental effects are estimated and how susceptibility genes are pinpointed. He then points to new directions in which standard nosological systems are likely to evolve as new information about vulnerabilities and covariances emerges. Finally, he synthesizes and evaluates the consistency of the last decade's findings for the most common categories of psychopathology that have been studied by behavior geneticists: mood, personality, and anxiety disorders, substance abuse; and schizophrenia and the psychotic disorders.

Clinicians and researchers alike need to understand the genetic influences on the feelings and behaviors they are seeking to change or study if they are to be effective in their work. The Behavioral Genetics of Psychopathology: A Clinical Guide empowers them with this understanding. ... Read more

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Genes and Common Diseases presents an up-to-date view of the role of genetics in modern medicine, reflecting the strengths and limitations of a genetic perspective. The current shift in emphasis from the study of rare single gene disorders to common diseases brings genetics into every aspect of modern medicine, from infectious diseases to therapeutics. However, it is unclear whether this increasingly genetic focus will prove useful in the face of major environmental influences in many common diseases. The book takes a hard and self-critical look at what can and cannot be achieved using a genetic approach and what is known about genetic and environmental mechanisms in a variety of common diseases. It seeks to clarify the goals of human genetic research by providing state-of-the art insights into known molecular mechanisms underlying common disease processes while at the same time providing a realistic overview of the expected genetic and physiological complexity. ... Read more

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Stowers Institute for Medical Research. Textbook providing essential analytic tools covering gene mutation and function to gene mapping and chromosome segregation. Abundant illustrations are used to illustrate difficult genetic concepts. Suitable for advanced courses in genetic analysis. Softcover. ... Read more

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Outstanding text
This is an outstanding textbook for a course in (surprise) Advanced Genetic Analysis.As previous reviewers have indicated, it is a book any practicing geneticist should love. It describes the logic, and well as the methodologyof genetic analysis, and provides brief descriptions of various model organisms (including Arabidopsis!). Furthermore, the writing is beautiful--Hawley and Walker should be complemented for producing a genetics textbook that is both entertaining to read as well as informative.My only complaint is that it is too briefand a little uneven.Some topics are missing or are dealt with in only a few sentences (e.g. positional cloning/molecular markers, genetic analysis of natural variation, mapping tools such as RILs) and others (meiotic recombination--the author's specialty) receive a bit too much emphasis.Hopefully, these minor flaws will be corrected in a new edition.I wish I had stumbled across this text when it first came out.It would have saved me a lot of photocopying.

Excellent text for grad level genetics
This is an excellent, concise text for classical genetics. While most introductory texts like "Introduction to Genetic Analysis" is 90% molecular biology and 10% genetics, this book assumes that the reader has enough background to skip the usual obligatory exposition on DNA and translation, etc., and jumps straight to topics such as designing mutagenesis screens and epistatic analysis. This book is particularly strong in presenting genetics formalism to new students, and concepts usually glossed over in other texts (eg. dominant/recessive alleles, complementation) are explained in great detail, and possible pitfalls in experiment or interpretation are frequently discussed.
Researchers and students working on specific model organisms may find this book a little too general, but it is the perfect text for new grad students interested in genetics.

Excellent textbook for the research scientist
This is the first book I've encountered that discusses genetics from the point of view of the research scientist.I use it in my first year graduate genetics class.For instance, chapter 2 is entirely devoted to mutant hunts.Another chapter covers extragenic suppressors- even allele specific suppression.Chapter 5 covers epistasis and mosaic analysis.Alas, there is even a comprehensible discussion of LOD scores.This is all great stuff that any geneticist will love.

However, any book falls short on something.The emphasis is on non-mammalian model organisms.Thus, there is very little discussion of the use and pitfalls of dominant negatives and RNAi and no discussion of gene targeting in mice.The book would also benefit bya discussion of modern genomic methods. ... Read more

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The process of genetic counseling involves many key components, such as taking a family genetic history, making a diagnosis, andproviding communication and support to the family.Among these core processes is the mathematical calculation of the actual risk of a possible genetic disorder. For most physicians and counselors, the mathematics and statistics involved can bemajor challenge which is not always helped by complex computer programs or lengthy papers full of elaborate formulae. In this clear, reader-friendly guide, Ian Young addresses this problem and demonstrates how risk can be estimated for inherited disorders using a basic knowledge of the laws of probability and their application to clinical problems. The text employs a wealth of clearly explained examples and key points in order to guide the reader to an accurate assessment of the risk of genetic disease. It primarily will appeal to genetic counselors, geneticists, and all those involved in providing medical genetic services. In this new edition,Dr. Young haspruned redundancies and extensively updated the concepts in each of the 10 chapters, and he has included more working examples, a popular feature of the book. ... Read more

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The best!
Is difficult to find such a practical book in this field. I think that thisbook is the best and the only one that can fulfill the clinician and geneticist calculation requirements regarding genetic counseling. It has also a lot of worked examples. Congratulations to the author!

Excellent
If to a Genetic Counselor the grammar of medical genetics i.e. risk factor calculation and implication of its outcome means everything then this book belongs to the best group of books. Being a student aspiring to be agenetic counselor, I found this book very informative and useful.Written ina simple way,the complex mathematical calculations have been described withthe help ofmany easy to understand examples. Allchapters bear the"key points" whichdivides the chapter into groups withoutbreaking the continuity.After reading this book an immense idea ofStatistical Genetics is bound to emerge in the mind of both students andprofessionals which will give confidence in the clinic. With best wishes to Ian D.Young for this precise & complete attempt in compiling a goodreference book for the genetic counselors. ... Read more

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Human Genetics and Genomics, 3rd edition, the new rendition of the classic textbook Human Genetics: A Problem-Based Approach, merges basic genetic principles with clinical applications of genetics in medical practice. By presenting the core concepts of human genetics while maintaining an emphasis on a problem-based learning and clinical approach, the third edition of Human Genetics and Genomics acts both as a textbook for genetics courses, and a bridge into the clinical environment.

Features include enhanced emphasis on microbiology content, a chapter devoted to laboratory techniques, and a vast array of new pedagogy, such as:

Recommended readings for each chapter "Clinical snapshots" covering major genetic disorders and integrating a clinical approach Ethics boxes covering ethical implications in genetics Key points at the beginning of each chapter for a quick summary and Q&As at the end of each chapter for self-testing "Hot topics" sections at the ends of chapters covering new and emerging areas in genetics ... Read more

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Human Genetics Text
This is the text my instructor uses for our class. It doesn't contain enough practice problems with solutions. I need to get another book that has more practice problems like we get tested on.

Korf (2007). Human Genetics and Genomics.
The book that I received was in very good condition initially.As I started reading the book the pages started falling out because of poor binding quality.I immediately notifed Sandra V. and she quickly responded and asked me to return to her for a full refund.She even let me keep the book until I finished my midterm since I had to order a new book.I am giving her 5 stars because of her phenomenal customer service.Sandra originally e-mailed me asking if I was satisfied and immediately responded to my binding issue.I have nothing but excellent comments about her customer service and responsiveness to my book problems.I highly recommend her to other customers.

Book is an easy read but I found several mistakes.
Book is an easy read but I found several mistakes, so be aware of that.

Great clinically-based format.
Clear and compelling, each topic presented in a clincal setting

Good for medical doctor or students
When I read this book, I was very excited the plot of it. Start with patient case, end with resonable explaination of genetic base of disease. I think it is highly recommandable to the doctors andmedical students whowant to connect basic and clinical aspect of medical genetics. ... Read more

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This book by a scientist whose background is in cellular and molecular biology examines the fearsome disease that strikes one in eight women in the United States. Although women are more likely to die of heart disease or of lung cancer, a diagnosis of breast cancer is the medical pronouncement that a woman is most likely to fear. It kills more than 40,000 Americans annually.

Why are some women more vulnerable than others? The interplay between genetics and environment is suspected.

Thus this book for general readers will help them understand the genetic bases of both sporadic and inherited breast cancers. Although only five to ten percent of breast cancer patients have inherited mutations in these genes, all women need to understand the genetic implications of the disease. In clear, concise language Barbara T. Zimmerman guides the reader through the complexities, discussing in detail the genes that are known to increase susceptibility and the ways they are passed on.

Examining the general biology of breast cancer, Zimmerman describes how sporadic and inherited forms of the disease arise and how the location of the tumors can affect the body. She discusses genetic mutations and their roles in the development of tumors and tells how these potentially cancer-inducing genes were discovered.

Covered too are the issues of risk, prevention, screening, diagnosis, therapy, and genetic testing and counseling. Zimmerman concludes with a comprehensive analysis of current research and with an emphasis on how a woman's understanding of inherited breast cancer can help doctors seeking to design better methods for prevention and therapy. A useful list of resources for further information about the genetic causes of breast cancer is included.

Barbara T. Zimmerman did her graduate work in experimental pathology and her post-doctoral research in the cellular and molecular processes of disease. Widely published, she is the manager of the Denver-based firm Biomedical Communication and Consulting. ... Read more

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Breast cancer genetics made easy
This is a wonderfully well written book in concise form for easy reading.
The content is as up to date, as anyone can wish, containing all the latest information on the genetics of breast cancer not easily found in other publications.
I have already found it extremely useful and have referred to it in lectures to doctors and medical students.

I am happy to pocess this book ... Read more

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In response to many requests, the Third Edition of A Primer of Population Genetics has been dramatically shortened and streamlined for greater accessibility. Designed primarily for undergraduates, it will also serve for graduate students and professionals in biology and other sciences who desire a concise but comprehensive overview of the field with a primary focus on the integration of experimental results with theory. The abundance of experimental data generated by the use of molecular methods to study genetic polymorphisms sparked a transformation in the field of population genetics. Present in virtually all organisms, molecular polymorphisms allow populations to be studied without regard to species or habitat, and without the need for controlled crosses, mutant genes, or for any prior genetic studies. Thus a familiarity with population genetics has become essential for any biologist whose work is at the population level. These fields include evolution, ecology, systematics, plant breeding, animal breeding, conservation and wildlife management, human genetics, and anthropology. Population genetics seeks to understand the causes of genetic differences within and among species, and molecular biology provides a rich repertoire of techniques for identifying these differences.The book is organized as a user's guide to population genetics.Chapter 1 starts with the basic concepts of molecular genetics and examines the principal methods by which DNA (or proteins) can be manipulated to reveal genetic polymorphisms in any population. Chapter 1 also includes the principles of population genetics underlying the organization of genetic variation in populations, with special emphasis on random mating, linkage equilibrium and disequilibrium, and inbreeding.Chapter 2 examines the evolutionary processes that can change allele frequencies, including mutation, migration and population admixture, natural selection of various types, and random genetic drift. This chapter also includes an elementary explanation of the diffusion equations as used in population genetics.Chapter 3 is the core of molecular population genetics. It includes the analysis of nucleotide polymorphism and diversity based on coalescents, patterns of change in nucleotide and amino acid sequences with special emphasis on codon usage bias and amino acid polymorphisms, inferences based on comparisons of levels of polymorphism and divergence, molecular phylogenetics, and the population dynamics of transposable elements.Chapter 4 focuses on complex traits whose expression is influenced by multiple genes and environmental factors. It examines genetic effects on the components of phenotypic variation and the correlations between relatives, the evolution of quantitative traits in natural populations, and comes full circle with the use of molecular polymorphisms and candidate genes in the identification of quantitative trait loci underlying complex inheritance.As for mathematical rigor, while there are some equations, the emphasis is on explanation rather than derivation. Only elementary algebra is necessary to follow most of the material, but a familiarity with basic calculus is helpful for understanding diffusion equations, Poisson random fields, and complex threshold traits. Mathematical symbols are used consistently throughout the book, and when results from the theoretical literature are quoted, the original symbols have been changed as necessary to maintain consistency.Modern population genetics makes liberal use of acronyms-these are all defined in the text, and their interrelations and implications are discussed. For ease of reference there is a glossary of acronyms and other common abbreviations used in population genetics. ... Read more

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Good for general information
I studied population genetics as a graduate student, and decided to get this book, literally as a "primer" to the field of population genetics. I refer to it every now and then, and would recommend it for those who want to get a general and very broad overview of population genetics. As I read a lot of primary literature, I think it would have been more helpful if the book cited more references, or active research in the field. Overall, though, a very nice concise book on population genetics. It definitely serves as a primer, rather than an overall tell-all, or comprehensive tale of the field. ... Read more

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This is a reprint of a classic which synthesizes population, genetics, andpopulation genetics to form one of the first books on evolutionary ecology.Written by one of the foremost authorities in the field, it is designed as an introduction useful to readers at various levels from diverse backgrounds. Itfeatures balanced, readable coverge of both elementary and advanced topics thatare essential to those interested in evolutionary biology, ecology, animal behavior, sociobiology, and paleobiology.

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Theory of Population Genetics and Evolutionary Ecology (Hardcover)
I had the pleasure of speaking to Joan Roughgarden ( in email) and I had wanted this book for some time. She told me it may be a bite above my understanding but I LOVED her other books so much I had to have it. She was right but I keep reading and understanding more as I go. HORAY! Joan, you are one smart cookie. This is an awesome book and has such amazing facts and understanding of the truth about " who we are and where we came from"WOW! Joan Roughgarden, you are my Idol.Dyan B

Fascimile edition is naked
This is a valuable book, but be aware that the new fascimile edition barely has a cover.The cover cardboard is very thin, and you may need to do something to cover it or purchase a used copy instead. ... Read more

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This is the first of a planned two-volume work discussing the mathematical aspects of population genetics with an emphasis on evolutionary theory. This volume draws heavily from the author’s 1979 classic, but it has been revised and expanded to include recent topics which follow naturally from the treatment in the earlier edition, such as the theory of molecular population genetics.

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Not for mathematicians
I have been looking for a book that explains the mathematics of population genetics. Unfortunately, Mathematical Population Genetics is not properly a mathematics book and so has failed to satisfy my needs, despite two attempts at reading it.The book is a desert of equations, with no definitions, theorems, lemmas, corollaries, or proofs.The organization is confusing, as is much of the text.There is no underlying mathematical theory or set of mathematical techniques that is being properly presented, so it all seems very ad hoc.Many steps in derivations are omitted, so it is easy to be confused about what the author means or to lose the thread of the derivation.Genetic and population genetic terminology is used without definition, so the book is not suited to learning about population genetics without prior background.The author also spends a great deal of time explicating the history and controversies of the field.This kind of material is distracting and better left to a section at the end of each chapter or a chapter at the end.As it was for me, the book will be a disappointment for mathematically sophisticated readers. ... Read more

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As the field of genetic engineering continues to develop, a host of new ethical dilemmas are created. Many ethicists believe that it is our moral duty to pursue the new genetic technologies for the benefit of mankind. Others see this tinkering with nature as ethically unacceptable. This text debates the central issues of genetic modification, including human cloning, genetically modified foods and altering the genes of our descendants. (20020801) ... Read more

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The Perfect Baby is the most popular introduction to ethical issues in genetics.Amazon.com Review
Glenn McGee is a philosopher at the Center for Bioethics inPhiladelphia, but The Perfect Baby is no dry or abstract tome."Philosophical systems must be tested where the rubber meets the road,"says McGee, and he discusses ethical issues in human reproduction with afocus on real people and real choices. McGee's approach is based on thepragmatism of American philosophers William James and John Dewey, broughtup to date by looking at "the ideas that are in play in our actualdiscussions of parenthood and babies, about ideas like identity,perfection, enhancement, and illness." McGee concludes that "we mustresist the tendency to explain away the 'felt' aspects of the problem":feelings have ethical reality. ... Read more

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Be careful what you pray for you may recieve it
A well written and provocative exploration of what the future may hold as the meaning of family continues to change.

I saw Dr. McGee Speak at University of Minnesota
It is amazing to me that the author is so young, because he is an excellent and interesting speaker.I bought The Perfect Baby after I saw him speak at our Student Convocation. He was so inspirational that Idecided to major in bioethics.

A cool read
This book was a great way to get to know the people who work on genetics and new reproductive technologies. I read the book for my genetics class but I loved it anyway! It tells the history and the science and ethics, butI liked that it is so well written and so human.

A great book all the way around.
This book changed our minds about using BRCA-1 genetic testing.It is the best $11 we spent--about the same amount as a single prenatal vitamin!The history part is really interesting.We shared this book with our friends and it is being discussed at our church after the minister saw it discussed on C-SPAN.There really isn't much bad to say. ... Read more

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Jam packed with food for thought
I can hardly recall reading a book with so many intriguing new concepts per page as this one.The author makes a compelling case for counting group genetic interests amongst human rights.At the same time, he lays bare the ignorance, hypocrisy and bias of most of the "scientific" community when dealing with this subject.Yet he does so with great modesty and respect.

We are shown how there is no qualitative difference between the connection between mother and child and the connection between an individual and his race.The difference is only in degree.We are shown this conceptually and mathematically.

"Until the discovery of our evolutionary origins, we were like blind men in pursuit of the adaptive life...now the enlightenmentis illuminating our fundamental interest..."Though the author was speaking of our overall scientific knowledge, the same can be said about the knowledge contained in his book.Most of us are like blind men prior to reading it.After reading it, we are blessed with sight.Thank you Mr. Salter.You have done all humanity a great service.

I highly recommend this monumental work to anybody who has a genetic interest - which is to say, everybody!

A good one
This book gives scientific legitimacy to genetic interests which can be protected by the ethnostate.It reads like a scientific journal and is a bit daunting to understand at times for the layman, but not overwhelming.

Salter advocates putting more emphasis on preserving the ethny rather than just focusing on families or humanity. The three concerns involved are humanity, ethny, and family. Conservatives favor family and liberals favor humanity in their concerns. The mass immigration of genetically distant populations into America is displacing the European ethny here. He uses evolutionary sociobiology to make his arguments against alien immigration. He advocates universal nationalism for the world's ethnies. He reviews arguments against his ideas and the ethical considerations involving universal nationalism.

He argues for the same thing that David Duke and Robert McCollough argue for, but his arguments are even more focused on scientifically justifying ethnic separations such as having ethnies monopolize a territory. This strategy would echo the tribal evolutionary strategy that has always existed and has built the nation state. Modern mass anonymous societies with all their technologies have made us confused about our genetic interests. He is against the multi-racial polities which favor minority interests over majority ones, although he does not forbid multi-racial states for those who desire them. Minorities are more motivated to defend their interests in multi-racial states because of alienation and the subtle rejection of the majority. Majorities are complacent about their interests because they deal more with their own kind everyday and do not feel alienated.

He is against aggression in his model of universal nationalism; it is no longer worth it to take over territory because of population growth and the destruction war can cause. The age of empire should not be renewed.

Unfortunately, ethnic polices are often decided by political cunning and will to power, rather than by scientific reasoning. I do not see that any of ideas will be implemented soon. Some states are based on ethnic solidarity such as in Germany, where only those of German blood are citizens. Still Germany has not sent many Turks back home because they do not have the political will, even though it is constitutionally legal for them to do so. Even such ethnic states will not always enforce their ethnic policies. But Germany is better off than the US and England, which have become proposition nations in which citizens supposedlyattain solidarity by believing in liberal democratic ideals that deny the genetic interests of various ethnies. Multi-racial proposition nations are hard to hold together and require a lot of propaganda from the media, government, entertainment, and education to keep people believing in the proposition.

Amazing book brings the most important interests we have to light
"A tour-de-force. Absolutely astounding information about genetics you wont hear anywhere else. For example, he clearly shows how immigration into western countries is much worse than mass murder of members of our extended family (our racial genotype) in relation to or genetic interests. We have a lot to lose if immigration goes unchecked culturally and intellectually, but this book shows the specific genetic basis for our global fears in this regard. A very unique book pulling the true power of genetics out of the stone of natural sciences. Very unique, very well-written. A masterpiece."

the arguments does not reconcial with reality well..
the fact is, that the greatest hatred are amoung peoples who are genetically very similar through out human history. (German, English in WWII, Chinese, Japanese, Korean through out history etc). in the worst human conflict, WWII, American, English, Chinese, Russian on one side, German, Italian, Japanese on the other side. i can't see any "genetic" stratification in that.and now, the greatest nation(at least the most powerful one)-- America, have no genetic basis. and Germany, the country that advocated racial purity is not even a entity until a fewhundred years ago.(before that, it is loosely connected tribal...)

anecdote evidence aside, quantitatively, traditional ethnic division can only 1% explain human genetic variation(my estimation, no hard data), so if these is a genetic base for ethnic based thinking(racism), it must be a very weak third order effect. it is akin to rate attractiveness among individuals by the body mass based onnewton's law. we know it is absurd, even through newton's law is correct.

Path-Breaking Book
The importance of this book is that it explains that racism is rational.That is, by favoring people of one's own race, a person is increasing his fitness.This means that the anti-racists are trying to convince people to lower their fitness and eventually go extinct.In evolutionary terms, racism is adaptive and anti-racism is maladaptive.A further implication is that racists are in harmony with man's nature (indeed, the nature of all living things - to pass on the unique forms of one's genes), and that anti-racists, who go ballistic at any tinge of racism, are psychologically pathological.
While there is some math in the book, it can be understood by the average person who thinks carefully about the definitions of the terms.The reader should consult the glossary in the back of the book and be sure he understands the difference between "individual fitness," "absolute fitness," "relative fitness," and "inclusive fitness."Chapter 2 is the most important and difficult chapter and should be read several times. ... Read more

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Charles Fox and Jason Wolf have brought together leading researchers to produce a cutting-edge primer introducing readers to the major concepts in modern evolutionary genetics. This book spans the continuum of scale, from studies of DNA sequence evolution through proteins and development to multivariate phenotypic evolution, and the continuum of time, from ancient events that lead to current species diversity to the rapid evolution seen over relatively short time scales in experimental evolution studies. Chapters are accessible to an audience lacking extensive background in evolutionaryy genetics but also current and in-depth enough to be of value to established researchers in evolution biology. ... Read more

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Excellent information.
I'm not well versed in biological knowledge.I never have taken a chemistry course and I only have high school level biology education.I know little of genetics.But, I've learned much from this book.The reading is a bit over my head in some ways, but plain enough in others.I have read into it to learn more about the processes of evolution at work.It is an engaging and exciting read.

I won't bother readers with my rudimentary understanding.I recognize that I'm sort of out of my league here.But, I believe that knowledge is precious and that everything we can do to expand our knowledge is important, and thusly worth my time.When theory is applied to the practical mechanics a booming picture of the evolutionary process is powerfully displayed.

You may have no interest in technical knowledge concerning biological formations, but I urge you to at least consider expanding your knowledge base with real information.Don't buy popular level books which only cover someone else's agenda to promote their own view of the world.Actually take the time to learn about the real information, the real world.You won't understand evolution simply because someone else said so.But, actually looking at what happens in evolution brings you all the more closer to real understanding.

That's the goal, right? ... Read more

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Comprehensive, advanced treatment of the nature and source of inherited characteristics, and mathematical techniques of population genetics. Mendelian populations, mutations, polymorphisms, genetic demography and natural selection, inbreeding, sexual dimorphism and human evolution, eugenics, euphenics, more. Emphasis on interpretation of data in relation to theoretical models. Minimal math background required.
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THE classic of human population genetics
This Dover reprint of the classic human population genetics 1970's text, originally published by Freeman, will be welcome. Though factually dated by the ensuing 30 years of molecular genetic data, this remains a superb introduction to basic mathematical theory. I've used it in a grad course, and students really enjoyed it. ... Read more

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The Oxford Handbook of Genetics provides an essential overview of this complex subject, distilled into an accessible format for primary care practitioners and junior doctors. It can be used as an aide memoire to gain advice with individual patients during the working day, or as a reference text to be read over time. Combining the expertise of leading geneticists with the knowledge of experienced general practitioners, the handbook covers the genetics core curriculum as defined by the Royal College of General Practitioners. It includes sections on elementary genetics, single gene disorders, and chromosomal problems, as well as information about the multifactorial diseases, such as ischaemic heart disease, with which practitioners are more familiar. There are also comprehensive sections on antenatal issues and cancers. A comprehensive glossary with explanations of genetic terminology and an extensive list of resources make this book suitable for all healthcare professionals regardless of their level of knowledge or experience. Designed to cross the primary-secondary care interface, this unique handbook covers the gap between general health training and genetic specialist training, including specific advice about when and how to make a referral to a genetics service. Given the rapid growth in the genetic knowledge base, this book is designed to be both accessible and informative as a substantive educational resource for practitioners. ... Read more