Introduction to Genomics, Arthur M. Lesk, Oxford University Press, Oxford, UK, 2007

This is an extraordinarily well-written book on genomics and related areas such as proteomics and systems biology. It is remarkable in its coverage of a very complex area. I was particularly impressed by the section on genomics which is well understood by the somewhat classical protein chemist. The book is intended as a text for advanced undergraduates or beginning graduate students. I would respectfully submit that this is wonderful resource for those with a more clinical background who are interested in entering into a serious relationship with genomics, proteomics, and systems biology. Professor Lesk is a distinguished scientist who has made serious contribution to protein structure and function. This background was no doubt of use in making the genomics section an illustration of clarity.

Roger L. Lundblad
Chapel Hill, North Carolina
July, 2007