Human Biology: Concepts and Current Issues, Global Edition (8^th Ed.)

For courses in human biology

Explore Human Biology in Relation to Current Issues

Through his teaching, his textbook, and his online blog, award-winning teacher Michael D. Johnson sparks interest in human biology by connecting basic biology to real-world issues that are relevant to students? lives. Using a storytelling approach and extensive online support, Human Biology: Concepts and Current Issues 8th Edition not only demystifies how the human body works but also drives students to become a better, more discerning consumer of health and science information. Each chapter opens with Johnson?s popular ?Current Issues? essays, and within each chapter, ?BlogInFocus? references direct readers to his frequently-updated blog for breaking human biology-related news.

• 1. Human Biology, Science, and Society
• 2. The Chemistry of Living Things
• 3. Structure and Function of Cells
• 4. From Cells to Organ Systems
• 5. The Skeletal System
• 6. The Muscular System
• 7. Blood
• 8. Heart and Blood Vessels
• 9. The Immune System and Mechanisms of Defense
• 10. The Respiratory System. Exchange of Gases
• 11. The Nervous System. Integration and Control
• 12. Sensory Mechanisms
• 13. The Endocrine System
• 14. The Digestive System and Nutrition
• 15. The Urinary System
• 16. Reproductive Systems
• 17. Cell Reproduction and Differentiation
• 18. Cancer. Uncontrolled Cell Division and Differentiation
• 19. Genetics and Inheritance
• 20. DNA Technology and Genetic Engineering
• 21. Development, Maturation, Aging, and Death
• 22. Evolution and the Origins of Life
• 23. Ecosystems and Populations
• 24. Human Impacts, Biodiversity, and Environmental Issues
• Glossary G-1
• Answers to Figure Check, Quick Check, and Test Yourself Questions A-1
• Credits C-1
• Index I-1

This title is a Pearson Global Edition. The Editorial team at Pearson has worked closely with educators around the world to include content which is especially relevant to students outside the United States.

About the Book

A strong connection to real world issues makes biology interesting to non-science majors

• UPDATED! Current Issues essays open each chapter and draw students into the subject with interesting science and health news items that connect human biology to real-world issues.
• Each essay discusses contrasting views on the featured hot topic.
• Questions to Consider conclude each essay and encourage students to form their own opinions on the featured topic.
• NEW Current Issues essays discuss the 2013 Ebola outbreak (Chapter 9), proposed regulation of e-cigarettes (Chapter 10), and choosing between organic or conventional foods (Chapter 14).
• UPDATED! MJ’s Human Biology Blog explores up-to-date insights on important issues in the news that relate to Human Biology course topics. Author Michael Johnson posts 3-4 short articles each month.
  • NEW! Three access options are provided within the text’s Blog in Focus references. Students may scan a QR code using a smartphone, type the URL (www.humanbiologyblog.blogspot.com) into a search engine, or log into their MasteringBiology subscription.

Unifying core themes keeps the text cohesive and engaging throughout

• Recurring themes such as homeostasis, structure and function relationships, and evolution tie together for a comprehensive exploration of anatomy and physiology in the context of biology.

UPDATED! Enhanced pedagogy increases student retention and enjoyment of the text

• NEW! Key Concepts