Molecular Biology of the Cell

This text is THE goto reference for basic molecular and cell biology. It is frequently updated and the figures and diagrams are beautiful and assist greatly in understanding. The book is a mid level undergraduate text and most topics are covered in a clear but superficial level. The obtain a more advanced understanding of specific fields, advanced sources are required.

Molecular Biology of the Cell (Alberts et al.) is a premier, comprehensive university textbook that details the current understanding of cell biology, covering molecular genetics, protein structure, and cellular organization. Known for its thoroughness and accessibility, it is a standard reference for students and researchers.

I used this textbook in a cell bio course. This is one of the few books you should really invest in especially if cell biology is going to be a common factor along your career.

Excellent textbook! The concepts were very well explained with the use of text and color-filled diagrams.

THE fashion accessory for every up and coming cell biologist. It helped me through college, and it's helping me right now. Yes, it's hot.

A good first chapter, but not sure how much it'll pay to go on. I want to keep this around, though.

First chapter is a readable introduction to cellular biology for non-specialists. I remember seeing that first chapter available somewhere online.