Granville Sharp Pattison was a Scottish anatomist and surgeon who also taught in the United States. This character from the history of anatomy lived a very colourful life. As many are unaware of Pattison, the present review of his life, contributions, and controversies seemed appropriate. Although Pattison was known to be a good anatomist, he will be remembered for his association with a propen...

Molecular Cell Biology aims to present the essential elements of genetics, biochemistry, and cell biology. The 1,187-page text attempts to integrate molecular biology with biochemistry, cell biology, and genetics, giving insight into such fascinating problems as development, immunology, and cancer. This 25-chapter college textbook is no more difficult to read than the basic textbooks encountere...

In order to update the design of the next generation of the Digital Anatomist, we have surveyed teaching assistants who have used the Digital Anatomist for learning and teaching anatomy as medical students, and have also examined available anatomy web sites with sufficient content to support learning. The majority of web sites function in an atlas mode and provide for the identification of stru...