The dynamic cell -- Chemical foundations -- Protein structure and function -- Nucleic acids, the genetic code, and the synthesis of macromolecules -- Biomembranes and the subcellular organization of eukaryotic cells -- Manipulating cells and viruses in culture -- Recombinant DNA and genomics -- Genetic analysis in cell biology -- Molecular structure of genes and chromosomes -- Regulation of transcription initiation -- RNA processing, nuclear transport, and post-transcriptional control -- DNA replication, repair, and recombination -- Regulation of the eukaryotic cell cycle -- Gene control in development -- Transport across cell membranes -- Cellular energetics: glycolysis, aerobic oxidation, and photosynthesis -- Protein sorting: organelle biogenesis and protein secretion -- Cell motility and shape I: microfilaments -- Cell motility and shape II: microtubules and intermediate filaments -- Cell-to-cell signaling: hormones and receptors -- Nerve cells -- Integrating cells into tissues -- Cell interactions in development. Incluye glosario e índice