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Human

Developmental

Biology

Danton H. O’Day

Human Developmental Biology

Danton H. O’Day

Copyright 2012 Danton O'Day

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Preface

In this book, early human development is covered from the formation of eggs and sperm through fertilization. It then progresses to the events that lead to the formation of tissues and organs in the embryo and fetus. The book is designed to give the reader an in-depth understanding of how development progresses by focusing on the central issues involved in the differentiation and morphogenesis of cells, tissues and organs. In addition to the fundamental topics of developmental biology, current issues such as artificial reproductive technologies are discussed. Developmental problems are also covered including Down syndrome, immotile cilia syndrome, spina bifida, fetal alcohol syndrome and the effects of thalidomide, to name a few.

This book is written in an easy to read style with lots of relevant examples and over 150 original full color figures. It is designed to meet the needs of students world-wide who want an accurate, informative and inexpensive book on human developmental biology. The book is suitable for use as a course textbook or as supplementary reading to help students understand how humans develop. Anyone who has taken a biology course will also find this book an enjoyable read, allowing them to update their understanding of current biomedical issues that make the news.

About the Author

Danton H. O’Day, PhD, is Professor Emeritus in Biology on the University of Toronto Mississauga campus and in the Department of Cell and Systems Biology at the University of Toronto. He has lectured and done research on Cell Biology and Developmental Biology for over 40 years. To date he has over 120 referred publications in the field as well as several edited books and multiple book chapters. He has taught and lectured in Canada, the USA, UK, in many European countries and in Africa.

This book reflects his view of the cell and his desire to teach everyone about developmental biology and its significance in our lives. This is reflected not only in this volume but also in his recent eBooks:

The Human Cell—The Unit of Life and Disease (2012) ISBN-13: 978-1-4566-0941-2

How to Succeed at University, International Edition (2012) ISBN-13: 978-1-4566-0941-2

How to Succeed at University, Canadian Edition (2012) ISBN-13: 978-1-4566-0876-7.