Encyclopedia of Signaling Molecules

Encyclopedia of Signaling Molecules

Author: Sangdun Choi

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2012-07-09

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781441904607

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Biological processes are driven by complex systems of functionally interacting signaling molecules. Thus, understanding signaling molecules is essential to explain normal or pathological biological phenomena. A large body of clinical and experimental data has been accumulated over these years, albeit in fragmented state. Hence, systems biological approaches concomitant with the understanding of each molecule are ideal to delineate signaling networks/pathways involved in the biologically important processes. The control of these signaling pathways will enrich our healthier life. Currently, there are more than 30,000 genes in human genome. However, not all the proteins encoded by these genes work equally in order to maintain homeostasis. Understanding the important signaling molecules as completely as possible will significantly improve our research-based teaching and scientific capabilities. This encyclopedia presents 350 biologically important signaling molecules and the content is built on the core concepts of their functions along with early findings written by some of the world’s foremost experts. The molecules are described by recognized leaders in each molecule. The interactions of these single molecules in signal transduction networks will also be explored. This encyclopedia marks a new era in overview of current cellular signaling molecules for the specialist and the interested non-specialist alike During past years, there were multiple databases to gather this information briefly and very partially. Amidst the excitement of these findings, one of the great scientific tasks of the coming century is to bring all the useful information into a place. Such an approach is arduous but at the end will infuse the lacunas and considerably be a streamline in the understanding of vibrant signaling networks. Based on this easy-approach, we can build up more complicated biological systems.


Unravelling Cancer Signaling Pathways: A Multidisciplinary Approach

Unravelling Cancer Signaling Pathways: A Multidisciplinary Approach

Author: Kakoli Bose

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2019-11-25

Total Pages: 587

ISBN-13: 9813298162

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Unravelling the intricate cell signalling networks and their significance in cancer poses major intellectual challenge. Keeping this in mind, the book aims at understanding the mechanism of action of different proteins and their complexes in the cancer signalling pathways. Hence, the proposed book that comprises 20 chapters provides a comprehensive introduction on cell signalling, its alterations in cancer, molecules that have been popular targets as well as the ones that are emerging as targets. In addition, it discusses different forms of therapy that are coming up for its treatment. Other than that, a major portion of the book is focused on studying different disciplines at the interface of biology and other areas of science that are being used to understand cancer biology in depth.


Signal Transduction in Cancer

Signal Transduction in Cancer

Author: David A. Frank

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2002-12-31

Total Pages: 358

ISBN-13: 1402073402

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One of the most exciting areas of cancer research now is the development of agents which can target signal transduction pathways that are activated inappropriately in malignant cells. The understanding of the molecular abnormalities which distinguish malignant cells from their normal counterparts has grown tremendously. This volume summarizes the current research on the role that signal transduction pathways play in the pathogenesis of cancer and how this knowledge may be used to develop the next generation of more effective and less toxic anticancer agents. Series Editor comments: "The biologic behavior of both normal and cancer cells is determined by critical signal transduction pathways. This text provides a comprehensive review of the field. Leading investigators discuss key molecules that may prove to be important diagnostic and/or therapeutic targets."


FRONTIERS IN ONCOLOGY: EDITOR’S PICK 2021

FRONTIERS IN ONCOLOGY: EDITOR’S PICK 2021

Author: Giuseppe Giaccone

Publisher: Frontiers Media SA

Published: 2022-05-17

Total Pages: 160

ISBN-13: 2889748294

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We are pleased to introduce the 2021 Frontiers in Oncology: Editor’s Pick collection, showcasing articles stimulating interest in the field, carefully selected by our Field Chief Editor, Prof. Giuseppe Giaccone, of Weill Cornell Medicine. With this ebook we aim to highlight and disseminate important findings across the domains of cancer research, capturing the multidisciplinary and inclusive approach our journal takes towards advancing the field of oncology and supporting the global effort towards improved quality of life and patient survival. 2021 was a year which saw our highest journal impact factor yet, international community growth, and a record-breaking number of articles to choose from. We wish to elevate the contributions made by authors, encourage readership and innovation through our open-access philosophies, and thank our Editorial Board for their continued hard work and collaboration.