Epigenetics in Human Reproduction and Development

by Anna K. Naumova and Teruko Taketo

Epigenetics is defined as heritable changes that do not affect the DNA sequence but influence gene expression. Epigenetic changes occur at the levels of DNA, histone, protein, and chromatin structures. Proper epigenetic modifications are essential for cell differentiation and function during development, while some epigenetic modifications are passed on from parents to offspring through gametes. Therefore, alterations of epigenetic states would have...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9813144262
• ISBN13: 9789813144262
• Release Date: February 2017
• Publisher: World Scientific Publishing Company
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 1.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.1" x 9.1"