Here is a broad overview of the central topics and issues in molecular biology and molecular medicine, with up-to-the minute information about developments in the field including pharmacogenics and pharmacoproteomics, gene therapy and gene regulation. Presented in an accessible A to Z format, the Encyclopedia's more than 2000 entries are written by leading experts in genomics and proteomics. The entries comprise in-depth essays, illustrated with full-color figures, and presented in a lucid style that will appeal to both experts and interested lay people.