Molecular Aspects of Botulinum Neurotoxin: Molecular Understanding and Its Appli

Description: Molecular Aspects of Botulinum Neurotoxin by Keith A. Foster Currently, there are tremendous advances being made in understanding the basic science of both the structure and function of botulinum neurotoxins. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Currently, there are tremendous advances being made in understanding the basic science of both the structure and function of botulinum neurotoxins. This knowledge is opening up opportunities in regard to both therapeutic uses and treatment and protection options for civil and bio-defense applications. This volume fully evaluates the status of neurotoxin research and exploitation with a focus on clinical application. The book is a multi-authored collection of chapters written by the leading authorities responsible for the current scientific and clinical research that is advancing the understanding and exploitation of the neurotoxins and is both up to date and authoritative. Back Cover Currently, there are tremendous advances being made in understanding the basic science of both the structure and function of botulinum neurotoxins. This knowledge is opening up opportunities in regard to both therapeutic uses and treatment and protection options for civil and bio-defense applications. This volume fully evaluates the status of neurotoxin research and exploitation. The book is a multi-authored collection of chapters written by the leading authorities responsible for the current scientific and clinical research that is advancing the understanding and exploitation of the neurotoxins, and is both up to date and authoritative. Table of Contents Overview and history of botulinum neurotoxin research and exploitation.- Pharmacology of botulinum neurotoxins.- Absorption and transport of botulinum neurotoxins.- The botulinum neurotoxin complex and the role of ancillary proteins.- Neurotoxin structure.- The dual receptor recognition of botulinum neurotoxins.- Translocation, entry into the cell.- Protease activity of the botulinum neurotoxins.- Molecular basis for persistence of botulinum neurotoxins.- Clostridium botulinum genomes and genetic diversity.- Botulinum neurotoxin risks and detection in environment, agriculture and food chains.- Botulism as a disease of humans.- Prevention and treatment of botulism. Feature Featuring chapters from the leading authorities responsible for the most significant current scientific and clinical research on neurotoxins Valuable reference text providing up to date information Contains information useful to researchers and clinicians in neuroscience and neurology, biochemistry, microbiology and cell biology Details ISBN1461494532 Series Current Topics in Neurotoxicity Language English ISBN-10 1461494532 ISBN-13 9781461494539 Media Book Format Hardcover Short Title MOLECULAR ASPECTS OF BOTULINUM Pages 345 Year 2014 Imprint Springer-Verlag New York Inc. Subtitle Molecular Understanding and Its Application Place of Publication New York, NY Country of Publication United States Publication Date 2014-02-27 Edition 2014th DOI 10.1007/978-1-4614-9454-6 AU Release Date 2014-02-27 NZ Release Date 2014-02-27 US Release Date 2014-02-27 UK Release Date 2014-02-27 Author Keith A. Foster Edited by Keith A. Foster Publisher Springer-Verlag New York Inc. Edition Description 2014 ed. Alternative 9781493951796 DEWEY 615.329364 Series Number 4 Audience Professional & Vocational Illustrations 33 Illustrations, color; 7 Illustrations, black and white; XII, 345 p. 40 illus., 33 illus. in color. We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:96314736;

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