Signal Transduction and Human Diseases

Author: Finkel
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Publish Date: 2006-05-01
Features: This book is divided into 6 parts, primarily discussing the causes, manifestations, and treatments of the following diseases, including: cardiovascular diseases, infectious diseases, tumors, allergies, rheumatic diseases, endocrine system diseases, and neurological/psychiatric diseases. It is suitable for researchers and graduate students in the fields of molecular biology, cell biology, biochemistry, immunology, and pharmacology. In recent years, research on the mechanistic characteristics of intracellular and extracellular signal generation and development has advanced rapidly. Significant and breakthrough progress has been made in studying signal transduction during disease processes, but linking these advancements to an understanding of disease progression and the application of new treatments remains a complex task. Each chapter of the book is written by authoritative experts in their respective fields, providing necessary introductions to signal transduction and thorough discussions on future development directions. Each chapter focuses on a specific disease, covering the following aspects: the impact of the disease, its causes, its manifestations, and its treatment. Following the introductions in each chapter, the authors provide in-depth discussions on one or two signal transduction pathways and biological processes related to the disease. The book includes topics such as: atherosclerosis: signal transduction caused by oxygen and nitrogen radicals, key signal transduction pathways in asthma, and the molecular mechanisms of cancer, among others.