This is a dual-purpose handbook, extensively illustrated and fully up-to-date with the newest terms, containing a cross-referenced glossary as well as laboratory lists and reference matter dealing with gene technology. The glossary defines in detail some 4,500 terms used across all scientific and medical disciplines working with genes and gene technology. The appendixes include a list of restriction enzymes, SI prefixes, and the Greek alphabet. This is the newest dictionary-handbook of its kind in this fast-moving field, of special value to medical and scientific researchers and advanced students in areas ranging from disease treatment to biodegradable plastics.