The first source devoted entirely to recent advancements in genomics, proteomics, and nutritional science.

A cutting-edge reference, Genomics and Proteomics in Nutrition reveals new applications and insights in nutrition science and explores tools for nutrition research in the post-genomic era.

With contributions from 65 leading authorities in the field, this guide offers current discussions on topics ranging from recent mouse studies to bioinformatics and examines the role of genomics in obesity, calcium, vitamin D, mutagenesis, birth defects, and cancer research.

Partial Contents

1. Genetic Modifiers in Rodent Models of Obesity
2. Quantitative Trait Loci in Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes in Rodents
3. The Human Sweet Tooth and Its Relationship to Obesity
4. The Adipose Renin Angiotensin System: Genetics, Regulation, and Physiologic Function
5. Regulation of Fat Synthesis and Adipogenesis
6. Transcriptional Regulation of Energy Metabolism in Liver
7. Design and Analysis of Microarray Studies for Obesity Research
8. Solving Clinical Problems in Nutrition Research with Microarrays
9. Genomic Approaches to Understanding Vitamin D Action
10. Gene Expression Profiling in Adipose Tissue
11. Phytochemicals and Gene Expression
12. Gene Expression Profiling of Immune Cells: Application for Understanding Aging of Immune Cells
13. Improving the Nutritional Value of Cereal Grains Using Genomic Approach

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