An introduction to genetic epidemiology - 9781861348982

An introduction to genetic epidemiologyAuthor(s): Lyle J. Palmer, Paul R. Burton, George Davey Smith\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Bristol University Press, United Kingdom\nImprint: Policy Press\nISBN-13: 9781861348982, 978-1861348982\nSynopsis\nGenetic epidemiology is a very rapidly developing field that has acquired a central role in modern biomedical science. Until now there has been no comprehensive introductory text for students and academics who do not have specialised training in statistics or genetics. \n\nThis book begins with a primer in human molecular genetics and then examines standard methods in population genetics and genetic epidemiology required for an adequate grounding in the field. Among much else, the book contains discussion of the public health aspects of the new genetics, and of epidemiological methods for studying genes and environmental factors in complex diseases.\n\nWritten by leading international experts and supplemented by a glossary and in-chapter guid.