During the 20th century Xenopus has flourished as an accessible experimental model system for
studying vertebrate biology. The second edition of Xenopus Protocols:Post-Genomic Approaches
expands upon the previous edition with novel approaches inspired by Xenopus tropicalis and the
sequencing of its genome. Xenopus tropicalis genomics and tractable genetics combined with the
unique experimental advantages of Xenopus laevis and their distinctive phylogenetic position
make them unique model systems for vertebrate embryonic development in the 21st century.
Written in the highly successful Methods in Molecular Biology(TM) series format chapters
include introductions to their respective topics lists of the necessary materials and reagents
step-by-step readily reproducible laboratory protocols and key tips on troubleshooting and
avoiding known pitfalls. Authoritative and practical Xenopus Protocols: Post-Genomic
Approaches Second Edition provides a toolkit that will enable every laboratory to maximize the
power of this extraordinary experimental system in the post-genomic age.
