1 Introduction to cell biology -- The chemical basis of life -- 2 The structure of function of biological molecules -- 3 Bioenergetics, enzymes, and metabolism -- 4 Genes, chromosomes, and genomes -- 5 The path to gene expression -- 6 Controlling gene expression -- 7 Replicating and repairing DNA -- 8 Cellular membranes -- 9 Mitochondrial structure and function -- 10 Chloroplast structure and function -- 11 The extracellular matrix and cell interactions -- 12 Cellular organelles and membrane trafficking -- 13 The cytoskeleton -- 14 Cell division -- 15 Cell signaling pathways -- 16 Cancer -- 17 Immunity -- 18 Methods in cell biology.

This Seventh Edition connects experimental material to key concepts of Cell Biology. The text offers streamlined information that reinforces a connection of key concepts to experimentation. Though the use paired art, and new science illustrations, readers benefit from a visual representation of experimental connections. Animations and video clips are tied to key illustrations with practice questions to provide a variety of ways to experience a key concept. This new edition offers an appropriate balance of concepts and experimentation. Experimental detail is offered when it helps to reinforce the concept being explained.