Genetic epidemiology is a very rapidly developing field that has
acquired a central role in modern biomedical science. Until now there
has been no comprehensive introductory text for students and academics
who do not have specialised training in statistics or genetics. This
book begins with a primer in human molecular genetics and then examines
standard methods in population genetics and genetic epidemiology
required for an adequate grounding in the field. Among much else, the
book contains discussion of the public health aspects of the new
genetics, and of epidemiological methods for studying genes and
environmental factors in complex diseases. Written by leading
international experts and supplemented by a glossary and in-chapter
guides to further reading, this essential textbook will be widely
welcomed by teachers and students on many courses internationally.