The latest advances in knowledge of growth biology are now available in a single, seminal volume. Biology of Growth of Domestic Animals critically examines the fundamental process of growth both from a systems viewpoint (mathematical aspects, modeling, cell and molecular biology, hormones, growth factors, the extra-cellular matrix) and at the organ level (muscle, adipose, mammary gland and bone). The text considers the interface of growth with other disciplines including nutrition, genetics, and environment management, as well as specific aspects of growth in livestock and companion animal species. Man’s relationship with animals is reviewed as an introduction to the importance of domestic animals which have been critical to human development providing nutrition, income, transportation, locomotive power, companionship and entertainment.
Edited by:
Colin G. Scanes (Rutgers University New Brunswick New Jersey) Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell Country of Publication: United Kingdom Dimensions:
Height: 262mm,
Width: 185mm,
Spine: 22mm
Weight: 1.052kg ISBN:9780813829067 ISBN 10: 0813829062 Pages: 424 Publication Date:09 June 2003 Audience:
Professional and scholarly
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Undergraduate
Format:Hardback Publisher's Status: Active
Colin G. Scanes is Professor of Animal Science, Iowa State University, Ames