edited by Sten Orrenius, Lester Packer, Enrique Cadenas
PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION
Specific Material Designation and Extent of Item
xxii, 500 pages :
Other Physical Details
illustrations (some color) ;
Dimensions
24 cm
SERIES
Series Title
Oxidative stress and disease ;
Volume Designation
[30]
INTERNAL BIBLIOGRAPHIES/INDEXES NOTE
Text of Note
Includes bibliographical references and index
SUMMARY OR ABSTRACT
Text of Note
"This book examines a unique assembly of coordinated mitochondrial functions that are important in regulating cell function and are of relevance in a myriad of pathophysiological situations, such as age-related neurodegenerative disorders, cancer, metabolic syndrome, and cardiovascular disease. The text covers themes essential for the maintenance of mitochondrial activity, including electron transport and energy production, mitochondrial biogenesis and dynamics, mitochondrial signaling, and apoptosis and autophagy. The book features chapters that are reviews of the important topics covered and are written by an impressive cadre of internationally recognized scientist"--Provided by publisher