Manipulating the Mouse Embryo: A Laboratory Manual, Third Edition [Paperback]

Andras Nagy (Author), Marina Gertsenstein (Author), Kristina Vintersten (Author), Richard Behringer (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0879695919 | ISBN-13: 978-0879695910 | Publication Date: December 15, 2002 | Edition: 3rd

Regarded as the "Bible" of mammalian embryo manipulation techniques since the 1986 publication of the first edition of Manipulating the Mouse Embryo: A Laboratory Manual, the third edition of this essential laboratory resource has now been completely reorganized, rewritten, and updated by a new cast of authors. The result is a compilation of new, cutting-edge protocols that include embryonic stem cell production and genetic manipulation, mouse chimeras, mouse cloning, assisted reproduction strategies (including intracytoplasmic sperm injection and in vitro fertilization), whole embryo culture systems, electroporation, embryo and gamete cryopreservation and rederivation, and gene expression, as well as more extensive background information on the use of these techniques. The "gold standard" techniques for applying recombinant DNA technology to investigations of mammalian embryonic development included in the first two editions of this book are also updated and recast, as is the summary of the current state of understanding of mouse development at the molecular level. This book is the premier authoritative and comprehensive source of technical and theoretical guidance for mouse developmental biologists and geneticists and is an essential resource for newcomers to these fields. Related Titles from the Publisher Fly Pushing 2e Drosophila: A Laboratory Handbook 2e Drosophila Protocols (paperback) Mouse Phenotypes Introduction to Nervous Systems

Editorial Reviews

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This manual will become rapidly a reference and find its place in most laboratories. It is usually difficult to reach broad consensus within the scientific field. However, I am sure that the current edition of this classical manual will delightfully and equally satisfy research scientists and specialized technicians within the field of mouse embriology and transgenesis. Undoubtedly, at present, this manual should be the first recommendation to any person willing to work with transgenic or knockout mice. Transgenic Research This manual is a welcome update, which grew out of teaching material for two practical courses in the Molecular Embryology of the Mouse held at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory in 1983 and 1984. The previous editions of what is affectionately known as the Mouse Manual became and remain the definitive reference sources on this subject. The current authors have taken the mantle of authorship from Brigid Hogan, Rosa Beddington, Frank Costantini, and Elizabeth Lacy and have extensively reorganized and rewritten the new edition. It contains 267 more pages than the second edition, which is largely reflective of the significant advances that have occurred since 1994. This is not just a how-to manual for those who seek to manipulate the mouse embryo and genome, but a useful, concise reference on mouse laboratory strain origins, genetics, and embryology and their places in contemporary biology and medicine. The Quarterly Review of Biology --Cold Spring Harbor

Product Details

• Paperback: 800 pages
• Publisher: Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Press; 3rd edition (December 15, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0879695919
• ISBN-13: 978-0879695910
• Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 8.6 x 1.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #776,212 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An essential book!, April 14, 2008

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Marcelo Fabio G. Nogueira (Assis, São Paulo state, Brazil) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Manipulating the Mouse Embryo: A Laboratory Manual, Third Edition (Paperback)

This book is a truly guide to the manipulation of the mouse embryo. It provides theorectical information as well as practical protocols. Every page has useful tips and data related to the mouse phisiology and care.

5 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The New Testament?, January 20, 2004

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John B Earle (Santee, CA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Manipulating the Mouse Embryo: A Laboratory Manual, Third Edition (Paperback)

A definitive summary of mouse development and simple, concise proven protocols. This is the best publication there is for this kind of work. It's much better than the 2nd, ed. I wish it had more of a troubleshooting focus, but I guess if you are in this line of work, you should be able to figure out problems yourself, or query the tg list.... I like how there are alternative strategies mentioned depending on how your lab is equiped (or not).

0 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars good book and good condition, October 20, 2008

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A. McNeely - See all my reviews
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I was purchasing this item for someone at work. They are pleased with the book and it was in great condition when it arrived. Would order it again, if needed.