Brenner's Encyclopedia of Genetics

Brenner's Encyclopedia of Genetics, 2nd Edition, is a multivolume reference work designed to provide accessible foundational and specialized knowledge across the life sciences. The publication presents brief entries written by subject experts that define core terms and examine principles across the discipline.

The reference covers topics spanning from abortive transduction to zygotes, integrating coverage of emergent fields such as epigenetics and personalized genomic medicine. Entries provide concise definitions alongside guides to further reading and relevant websites for advanced inquiry.

Intended for university libraries, researchers, educators, undergraduate and graduate students, and clinicians, this edition supports study across fields including biotechnology, evolutionary biology, and molecular biology.