Biology Trending

<p><i>Biology Trending </i>is a truly innovative introductory biology text. Designed to combine the teaching of biological concepts within the context of current societal issues <i>Biology Trending </i>encourages introductory biology students to think critically about the role that science plays in their world. This book features many current and relevant topics including sea-level changes and ocean acidification; CRISPR/Cas9 opioid abuse Zika Ebola and COVID-19; threats to biodiversity and cancer immunotherapies. It is accompanied by digital Instructor and Student Resources to support teaching and learning.</p><p><strong>Key Features</strong></p><ul> <li>Adopts an issues approach to teaching introductory biology</li> <li>Up-to-date sections throughout including climate change CRISPR new hominids COVID-19 and new cancer therapies among many others</li> <li>Suitable for both major and nonmajor courses</li> <li>More succinct for ease in teaching and more affordable for students</li> <li>High-quality illustrations help to elucidate key concepts</li> </ul><p>This book is extended and enhanced through a range of digital resources that include:</p><ul> <li>Long-form and open-response self-testing resources to test understanding and apply knowledge</li> <li>Visual simulations to demonstrate evolutionary processes</li> <li>Web links and bibliographic resources to expand knowledge</li> <li>Time-saving instructor resources such as PowerPoint slides activity and assignment ideas and comprehensive lesson plans</li> </ul><p>Related Titles<br>Bard J. <i>Evolution: The Origins and Mechanisms of Diversity</i> (ISBN 9780367357016).<br>Prothero D. <i>Vertebrate Evolution: From Origins to Dinosaurs and Beyond</i> (ISBN 9780367473167)<br>Johnson N. A. <i>Darwin’s Reach: 21st Century Applications of Evolutionary Biology</i> (ISBN 9781138587397)</p>