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    • Publisher:
      Cambridge University Press
      Publication date:
      03 December 2009
      13 May 2002
      ISBN:
      9780511529733
      9780521584456
      9780521018357
      DOI:
      https://doi.org/10.1017/CBO9780511529733
      Dimensions:
      (279 x 215 mm)
      Weight & Pages:
      1.329kg, 476 Pages
      Dimensions:
      (280 x 215 mm)
      Weight & Pages:
      1.352kg, 480 Pages
      • Subjects:
      Genetics, Life Sciences, Cell Biology and Developmental Biology
      Series:
      Developmental and Cell Biology Series (39)
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    Subjects:
    Genetics, Life Sciences, Cell Biology and Developmental Biology
    Series:
    Developmental and Cell Biology Series (39)
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    Many of the 14,000 genes of Drosophila are involved in the development of imaginal discs. These hollow sacs of cells make adult structures during metamorphosis, and their study is crucial to comprehending how a larva becomes a fully-functioning fly. This book examines the genetic circuitry of the well-known 'fruit fly', tackling questions of cell assemblage and pattern formation, of the hows and the whys behind the development of the fly. After an initial examination of the proximity versus pedigree imperatives, the book delves into bristle pattern formation and disc development, with entire chapters devoted to the leg, wing, and eye. Extensive appendices include a glossary of protein domains, catalogues of well-studied genes, and an outline of signaling pathways. More than 30 wiring diagrams among over 60 detailed schematics clarify the text. No student or practising scientist engaged in the study of Drosophila genetics should be without this comprehensive reference.

    Reviews

    '… figures and their legends … packed full of more information than most text books. The appendices, especially the compendia of genes affecting particular processes are useful. Imaginal Discs would be a useful read for anyone interested in pattern formation generally, and should be required for workers in Drosophila patterning.'

    Source: BioEssays

    'How wonderful to have such a complete guide and extensive review of imaginal disc development. The comprehensive nature of this book makes it an essential reference. … a wonderful teaching resource. … read and enjoy the history behind the models!'

    Source: Genetical Research

    'This book most certainly fulfils its promise as a comprehensive reference guide and is an exceptional accomplishment for one author … It is well written and has excellent black-and-white figures.'

    Source: American Entomology

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