Xenopus: From Basic Biology to Disease Models in the Genomic Era
Xenopus: From Basic Biology to Disease Models in the Genomic Era is a comprehensive and forward-looking reference that highlights the critical role of Xenopus (African clawed frog) as a powerful model organism in modern biological and biomedical research. Now available in Pakistan through BooksHub.pk, this volume bridges developmental biology, genetics, cell signaling, physiology, regenerative medicine, and disease modeling, making it an essential resource for research laboratories, graduate students, and scientific educators.
Xenopus has long been used to study embryonic development, cellular differentiation, and organ formation due to its large, easily manipulable embryos and well-mapped developmental stages. In the genomic era, however, Xenopus has gained even more significance with the availability of high-resolution genome sequences, gene editing tools (CRISPR/Cas9), transcriptomics, and imaging technologies. This book explains how these advances enable researchers to model human diseases, including congenital disorders, cancer, neurological dysfunction, and cardiac abnormalities, using Xenopus as a versatile biological system.
✅ Key Features
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Explains the biological significance of Xenopus as a research model
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Covers genomics, molecular biology, developmental mechanisms, and disease modeling
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Demonstrates how Xenopus is used to study human genetic and developmental disorders
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Integrates experimental methods with case studies and practical applications
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Ideal for advanced academic study, laboratory research, and teaching
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Written by internationally recognized leaders in the field
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Essential resource for university labs, research institutes, and academic libraries
