Editor: Pamela Jha

Practical Biochemistry

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ISBN: 978-981-5165-86-9 (Print)
ISBN: 978-981-5165-85-2 (Online)
Year of Publication: 2024
DOI: 10.2174/9789815165852124010001

Introduction

Practical Biochemistry provides both foundational knowledge and advanced insights into biochemistry, including the basic compounds, and laboratory methods. The book is designed for students and academic professionals seeking a comprehensive understanding of the practical aspects of the subject.

The book is systematically divided into five sections, each dedicated to a specific category of macromolecules and related biochemical techniques: 1) Carbohydrates, 2) Proteins, 3) Nucleic acids, 4) Lipids, 5) Supplementary Techniques and Safety Data Sheet (SDS). Each chapter within these sections is structured to provide a thorough understanding of the aim, principles, procedures, and practical applications of biochemical techniques.

Key Features:

  • - Comprehensive Information: meticulously organized and structured chapters provide a thorough and methodical approach to learning
  • - Additional Learning Tools: ‘Did You Know’ segments and ‘Viva Voice’ questions enrich the learning experience by offering interesting facts and stimulating critical thinking
  • - Practical Focus: Step-by-step guides aid readers in understanding and applying the techniques in the lab
  • - Safety and Accuracy: teaches how to conduct safe and accurate experiments with precautions
  • - Accessible Language: simple and lucid language helps beginners to understand complex biochemical concepts

Readership:

This is a primary resource for biochemistry and other life science research courses at college and university levels that require learning practical laboratory techniques.

Foreword

Biochemical methods have contributed to diverse fields of science and technology over a century. They continue to be even more relevant today, half a century after molecular biology, genomics, and bioinformatics seem to hog the limelight. After all the genes are cloned and all the genomes are sequenced and analyzed bioinformatically, there is still no substitute for wet biochemistry to make progress in any area of modern biology or biotechnology. Apart from helping us in understanding the biological processes in any living organism, biochemical methods are critical in many applied branches such as medicine, agriculture, industrial microbiology, and biotechnology. Therefore, rigorous training in the protocols and practical skills of biochemistry greatly enhances the academic success and employability of students in every area of life sciences and biotechnology. This necessitates constant upgradation of books and manuals, and this book is the latest effort in that direction.

"Practical Biochemistry" edited by Dr. Pamela Jha is a comprehensive guide designed for students and early researchers in the whole gamut of life sciences. It encompasses various disciplines such as cell biology, molecular biology, and medical sciences, offering a holistic understanding of biochemistry through its underlying methods. The book rightly emphasizes both theoretical foundations and practical protocols, catering to individuals at the bachelor's and master's levels, as well as research scholars. Each experiment is accompanied by a quick recap of the relevant theory, including specific reactions and protocols, supplemented by 'viva voce questions' for interactive learning. Expected results with quantitative values are provided for many experiments, aiding in self-verification and comprehension. Dr. Pamela Jha's book is structured for quick and effective revision, making it a valuable resource for students and enthusiasts alike. Its user-friendly approach and comprehensive coverage ensure an enjoyable learning experience in the field of biochemistry.

I congratulate Dr. Jha and her team of authors and the publisher for this book.

N. Raghuram
University School of Biotechnology
Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University
Dwarka, New Delhi- 110078, India