In this incisive, concise overview of this booming field, the editors—two of the leading figures in the field with a proven track record—combine their expertise to provide an invaluable reference on the topic.

Following a treatment of transcriptome analysis, the book goes on to discuss replacement and mutation analysis, gene silencing and computational analysis. The whole is rounded off with a look at emerging technologies.

Each chapter is accompanied by a concise overview, helping readers to quickly identify topics of interest, while important, carefully selected words and concepts are explained in a handy glossary.

Equally accessible to both experienced scientists and newcomers to the field.