Fertilization

von Daniel M. Hardy Kategorie: Entwicklungsbiologie ISBN: 0123116295 Kommentar abgeben

Kurzbeschreibung A definitive and easy-to-use reference, Fertilization reviews the biochemistry, cell, and molecular biology of animal fertilization emphasizing the nature and function of molecules that mediate this remarkable process.

In Section I, experts in fertilization research review the current understanding of diverse fertilization events ranging from gamete transport in the female to the activation of embryonic development. Where essential molecular detail is presently lacking, possible biochemical mechanisms are discussed, and plausible hypotheses proposed in the form of testable models. In Section II, leading researchers review problems and questions that are either unique to gametes and fertilization, or are exceptional in comparison to somatic cells or processes. The practical aspects of fertilization research are also presented, with an emphasis on biotechnical applications made possible by recent discoveries in fertilization molecular biology.

Synopsis In Section I, experts in fertilization research review the current understanding of diverse fertilization events ranging from gamete transport in the female to the activation of embryonic development. Where essential molecular detail is presently lacking, possible biochemical mechanisms are discussed, and plausible hypotheses proposed in the form of testable models. In Section II, leading researchers review problems and questions that are either unique to gametes and fertilization, or are...