This volume of the esteemed Progress in Molecular Biology and Translational Science series focuses on cutting-edge research related to the genetics of cardiovascular disease. Written by top experts in the field, this volume covers a range of topics, including:

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  Genetic models of atherosclerosis


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  MicroRNAs in cardiovascular disease


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  The role of the transcription factor KLF2 in vascular development and disease


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  Zebrafish as models of cardiovascular disease and hematopoietic development

Progress in Molecular Biology and Translational Science provides a forum for discussion of new discoveries, approaches, and ideas in molecular biology. It contains contributions from leaders in their fields and abundant references.

Key features:

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  The authors are all experts in the field


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  The reviews are in themselves comprehensive


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  Each topic has the potential to lead to advances in therapy of cardiovascular disease