Basic Bioscience Laboratory Techniques: A Pocket Guide
Author(s): Philip L.R. Bonner (Author), Alan J. Hargreaves (Author)
Publisher: Wiley
Publication Date: 4 Mar. 2011
Edition: 1st
Language: English
Print length: 232 pages
ISBN-10: 0470743093
ISBN-13: 9780470743096
Book Description
This unique, practical, pocket-sized guide and reference provides every first year bioscience student with all they need to know to prepare reagents correctly and perform fundamental laboratory techniques. It also helps them to analyse their data and present their findings, in addition to directing the reader, via a comprehensive list of references, to relevant further reading
All of the core bioscience laboratory techniques are covered including: basic calculations and the preparation of solutions; aseptic techniques; microscopy techniques; cell fractionation ; spectrophotometry; chromatography of small and large molecules: electrophoresis of proteins and nucleic acids and data analysis. In addition the book includes clear, relevant diagrams and worked examples of calculations.
In short, this is a ‘must-have’ for all first year bioscience students struggling to get to grips with this vitally important element of their course.
Editorial Reviews
Review
“This would be a useful guide for those at the very beginning of their bioscience research career wanting in-depth information on very basic laboratory methods.” (Doody’s, 19 August 2011)
“Basic Bioscience Laboratory Techniques is a unique, practical, pocket-sized guide and reference provides every first year bioscience student with all they need to know to prepare reagents correctly and perform fundamental laboratory techniques.” (Laboratory Journal, 10 March 2011)
From the Inside Flap
Presented in a user-friendly format, Basic Bioscience Laboratory Techniques is a pocket-sized guide full of tips and advice on everything first year bioscience students need to know to achieve practical success in the laboratory. From how to prepare reagents and master techniques to analyzing data through worked examples and presenting finding, this guide is comprehensive and accessible for when it is needed most; at the bench.
This guide:
Covers the core basic bioscience techniques
Is clearly presented with numerous diagrams and worked examples
Includes a glossary and suggestions for further reading
Is linked to a companion website containing additional learning material
In short, Basic Bioscience Laboratory Techniques is a ‘must-have for all first year bioscience students struggling to get to grips with this vitally important element of their course
Presented in a user-friendly format, Basic Bioscience Laboratory Techniques is a pocket-sized guide full of tips and advice on everything first year bioscience students need to know to achieve practical success in the laboratory. From how to prepare reagents and master techniques to analyzing data through worked examples and presenting finding, this guide is comprehensive and accessible for when it is needed most; at the bench.
This guide:
Covers the core basic bioscience techniques
Is clearly presented with numerous diagrams and worked examples
Includes a glossary and suggestions for further reading
Is linked to a companion website containing additional learning material
In short, Basic Bioscience Laboratory Techniques is a ‘must-have for all first year bioscience students struggling to get to grips with this vitally important element of their course
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