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Preface.<br> <br> Acknowledgments.<br> <br> Deciphering the Human Genome Project.<br> <br> Genomic Technology.<br> <br> Bioinformatics Tools.<br> <br> Genome Databases.<br> <br> Human Genetic Variation.<br> <br> Genetic Testing for the Practitioner (H. Ostrer).<br> <br> Gene Therapy (J. Hay).<br> <br> Microarrays.<br> <br> Pharmacogenomics and Toxicogenomics.<br> <br> Proteomics.<br> <br> The Ethics of Medical Genomics.<br> <br> Glossary.<br> <br> Index.

"...makes a complex subject accessible to medical students with a variety of backgrounds..." (American Journal of Medical Genetics, March 1, 2004)<br> <br> "...this book is an excellent reference for medical students and physicians for the purpose of facilitating their learning about genomics and bioinformatics...also of great value to clinicians..." (Annals of Biomedical Engineering, October 2003)<br> <br> "I would highly recommend this volume for clinical chemists, physicians, residents and students who are not currently engaged in genomics research but who desire a bird's eye view of the field." (Clinical Chemistry, 50, No. 6, 2004)<br> <br> "I enjoyed this book...because of its sensible approach and coverage, and I learned a lot from it...this book...should prove to be of value." (Biochemistry and Molecular Education, March/April 2003)<br> <br> "...an excellent reference for medical students and physicians...also of great value to clinicians..." (Annals of Biomedical Engineering, Issue 31:09)<br> <br> "...useful to both medical students and physicians alike..." (Genomics and Proteomics, March 1, 2003)<br> <br> "It will be quite useful to anyone from other fields who is interested in a taste of what emerging technologies in genomics, proteomics, and bioinformatics can bring to bear on questions of potential importance in biomedical research." (American Journal of Human Genetics)<br> <br> "...a good purchase for...academic or medical libraries as well as large public ones." (E-Streams, Vol. 6, No. 5, May 2003)<br> <br> "readable account of the underpinnings of genomics and its medical applications...a clearly written book that makes a complex discipline understandable..." (New England Journal of Medicine, July 24, 2003)<br> <br> "...quite useful to anyone...interested in a taste of what emerging technologies in genomics, proteomics, and bioinformatics can bring to bear on questions of potential importance in biomedical research." (American Journal of Human Genetics, Vol. 72, 2003)<br> <br> "...this book was exactly what I was looking for: a high-level overview of genomic technologies and their application...Brown's book is highly recommended..." (Pharmaceutical Research, Vol. 20, No. 6, June 2003)<br> <br> "...this was a very useful book...I will be glad to have it on my bookshelf..." (Human Genomics, January 2004)

<p><strong>Dr. Stuart M. Brown</strong> is in the faculty of New York University School of Medicine, where he is Associate Professor and Director of the Bioinformatics Core Facility and director for the graduate course "Using Computers in Molecular Biology."

New and emerging technologies, particularly in the areas of molecular genetic diagnostics and gene therapy, are having an unprecedented impact on medicine. Physicians and medical students need to understand these revolutionary developments and their role in clinical practice. Stuart Brown’s Essentials of Medical Genomics fills this need, providing a concise, clearly written guide to the state of the art in genomic research, and explaining in easy-to-follow terms how it is changing the way patients are diagnosed and treated. <p>Richly illustrated throughout, each chapter in Essentials of Medical Genomics focuses on the informational needs of practitioners. Beginning with a clear overview on the Human Genome Project and its revolutionary impact, this "essentials only" guide then covers such key topics as bioinformatics and online resources for practitioners. Other chapter topics include:</p> <ul> <li>Genetic testing</li> <li>Microarray analysis</li> <li>Proteomics</li> <li>Genome databases</li> <li>Pharmacogenomics and toxicogenomics</li> <li>Gene therapy</li> <li>Ethical considerations</li> </ul> <p>Essentials of Medical Genomics is the first of its kind to provide a practical introduction to genomics as it impinges upon clinical practice. Medical students and physicians will benefit handsomely from this pioneer text.</p>

"Essentials of Medical Genomics is a wonderful treatment of the field, covering subjects ranging from the history of the human genome project to microarrays and bioinformatics. Brown has his genomics down pat, and I would consider this essential reading for anyone and everyone in the field." -Mark Schena, Ph.D., TeleChem/arrayit.com

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