Essential Reproduction ANNOTATION
"...a completely integrated and multi-disciplinary approach to the study of reproduction...now in full color and completely revised and updated...includes an up-to-the- minute chapter on gender."
FROM THE PUBLISHER
This textbook provides a completely integrated and multidisciplinary approach to the study of mammalian reproduction for all students taking courses in reproductive physiology, whether in medicine or science. Spanning the disciplines of anatomy, physiology, behavioural studies, endocrinology, immunology, genetics and clinical science, the book draws out the general, fundamental principles of mammalian reproduction, yet makes clear the differences between species in relevant areas - often in tabular form or as illustrations for clarity of presentation. The new edition boasts an enhanced artwork program, and major changes in all areas. Chapter 2 has been completely revised to take account of the changing profile of hormones involved in reproduction. Other specific areas in which new advances have been incorporated include the genetic mechanism of sex determination, brain structure in relation to gender and sexuality, the molecular biology of fertilization and implantation, assisted conception techniques, the neuro-endocrine basis of puberty, and the transmission of HIV.
SYNOPSIS
This textbook provides a completely integrated and multi-disciplinary approach to the study of mammalian reproduction for all students taking courses in reproductive physiology, whether in medicine or in science. Spanning the disciplines of anatomy, physiology, behavioural studies, endocrinology, immunology, genetics and clinical science, the book draws out the general, fundamental principles of mammalian reproduction, yet makes clear the difference between species in relevant areas - often in tabular form or as illustrations for clarity of presentation. The new edition is in full colour. It has been revised and updated and includes an up-to-the-minute chapter on gender.
FROM THE CRITICS
Booknews
Provides an integrated and multidisciplinary approach to the study of reproduction for all students taking courses in reproductive physiology, whether in medicine or science. Draws on disciplines including anatomy, endocrinology, behavioral science, and genetics to explain fundamental principles of reproduction common to most species. Where fundamentals differ between species, an explicit discussion is given. Includes chapter summaries and key points. This fifth edition offers a color art program, and contains a new chapter on gender and sexuality. Johnson teaches reproductive sciences and Everitt teaches behavioral neuroscience at the University of Cambridge. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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