Description
Book SynopsisBiology Trending is a truly innovative introductory biology text. Designed to combine the teaching of biological concepts within the context of current societal issues, Biology Trending encourages introductory biology students to think critically about the role that science plays in their world. This book features many current and relevant topics, including sea-level changes and ocean acidification; CRISPR/Cas9, opioid abuse, Zika, Ebola, and COVID-19; threats to biodiversity, and cancer immunotherapies. It is accompanied by digital Instructor and Student Resources to support teaching and learning.
Key Features
- Adopts an issues approach to teaching introductory biology
- Up-to-date sections throughout, including climate change, CRISPR, new hominids, COVID-19, and new cancer therapies, among many others
- Suitable for both major and nonmajor courses
- More succinct for ease in teaching and more affordable for students<
Table of Contents
1. Biology, Science, and Society
2. Genes, Chromosomes, and DNA
3. Human Genetics and Gene Expression
4. Genetic Engineering and Genomics
5. Evolution
6. Classifying Nature's Diversity
7. Human Variation
8. Nutrition, Ciculation, and Health
9. Population and Reproduction
10. Stem Cells, Cell Division, and Cancer
11. The Nervous System and Senses
12. Aging and Alzheimer's Disease
13. Drugs and Addiction
14. Mind, Body, and Immunity
15. HIV and AIDS
16. New Infectious Threats
17. Plants to Feed the World
18. Biodiversity and Threatened Habitats
19. Climate Change and Other Threats to the Biosphere
