Progressing from basic molecular biology through chapters dealing with the principles behind working with nucleic acids, this introduction strives to concisely describe the full range of genetic engineering technologies currently available. --This text refers to the Paperback edition. Book InfoUniv. of Paisley, Scotland. Textbook for undergraduate students of biotechnology, genetics, molecular biology, and biochemistry. Three sections cover basic molecular biology, methods used to manipulate genes, and modern applications of genetic engineering. Previous edition: c1994. Softcover, hardcover also available