Abstract
Leading scientists in cell biology, genetics, cell culturing, and gene transfer present their most productive methods for the preparation, characterization, and use of artificial chromosomes. The authors cover all relevant areas of artificial chromosome research-from basic genetics to daring attempts at building new gene therapy tools-and describe possible applications in genetic manipulation requiring large portions of the genome. Each fully tested protocol is described in step-by-step detail and includes a background introduction outlining the principle behind the technique, reagent and equipment lists, and tips on troubleshooting and how to avoid pitfalls.

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Sgaramella and Eridani, both affiliated with the Instituto di Tecnologie Biomediche Avanzate, Italy, present methods developed by leading scientists in cell biology, genetics, cell culturing, and gene transfer for the preparation, characterization, and use of artificial chromosomes. Contributors cover all aspects of artificial chromosome research, from basic genetics to attempts at building new gene therapy tools, and describe possible applications in genetic manipulation requiring large portions of the genome. Each protocol is described in step-by-step detail and includes background on principles, reagent and equipment lists, and troubleshooting tips.Copyright 2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Book Info
Instituto di Tecnologie Biomediche Avanzate, Segrate, Italy. Features methods for preparing, characterizing, and using artificial chromosomes, coverage of relevant areas of research, instructions to ensure success, and more. DNLM: Chromosomes, Artificial, Mammalian.