Publisher's Synopsis
This book provides information on the latest research from the areas of both developmental toxicology and developmental biology. It covers a wide spectrum of the most powerful techniques currently available for studying the basic parameters of development in vitro and in vivo. The detailed theoretical background allows the critical assessment and application of these techniques. Experimental work in animal systems involves investigations in organisms and at the molecular and cellular level. The authors, all accomplished and world renowned experts in their topic areas, have supplied up–to–date accounts of the current status of research in the field of developmental toxicology/biology. This book is intended to catalyze exchange and collaboration between scientist in these different disciplines and to provide newcomers entry to this field of research.