Genetics and Evolution of the Domestic Fowl

摘要: The science of genetics has undergone a period very rapid and significant development in recent years, the area poultry been no exception. This book provides balanced up-to-date account all major areas this subject from Mendelian to modern molecular genetics. begins by tracing evolution Gallus domesticus its avian ancestors. Subsequent chapters cover important aspects genetics, including cytogenetics, transmission gene mapping, sex linkage, lethal genes, feathering plumage, quantitative In each chapter, concise explanation genetic principles is followed full discussion illustrated key examples. latter part book, advances cloning sequencing are examined. impact these exciting new developments on our understanding structure organisation, immunogenetics proteins assessed. Finally, uses transgenic techniques their implications discussed. clear useful survey domestic fowl, which will be interest postgraduate students researchers fields agriculture veterinary medicine, as well breeders (both commercial non-commercial).