From DNA To Diversity

Animals diverge from their ancestors through changes in their DNA, but what are the genes that control morphology? In this landmark work, the author team led by Sean Carroll presents the general principles of the genetic basis of morphological change through a synthesis of evolutionary biology with genetics and embryology.

In this extensively revised second edition, the authors delve into the latest discoveries, incorporating new coverage of comparative genomics, molecular evolution of regulatory proteins and elements, and microevolution of animal development.

Reviews

“With almost poetic ease, the authors tell a highly complex story without distorting its scientific substance. The story line goes through the levels of biological hierarchy all the way to the details of gene regulation and emerges with a deeper understanding of biological diversity. In Sean Carroll developmental evolution has found its Darwin.”

- Gunter Wagner, Yale University

“From DNA to Diversity is… a joy to read. Using striking examples, the authors summarize the current state of thinking on the interconnectedness between developmental genetics and evolutionary diversification.”

- Axel Meyer, University of Konstanz; Nature