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The Molecular Biology of Membranes
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 354

The Molecular Biology of Membranes

On February 14, 1977, a symposium entitled "The Molecular Biology of Membranes" was held in New Orleans in honor of Professor David E. Green, whose many contributions in mitochondrial structure and metabolism have influenced and guided research in this important area of biochemistry for many years. The symposium was attended by many former and present-day colleagues, friends, and interested scientists. The contents of this volume represent papers that were delivered at the symposium and other contributions from individuals who have been associates of Professor Green. We wish to thank Plenum Press for their help in making the symposium and publication of this book possible. Sidney Fleischer Y...

Subcellular Biochemistry
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 538

Subcellular Biochemistry

This volume continues the tradition of SUBCELLULAR BIOCHEMISTRY of trying to break down interdisciplinary barriers in the study of cell function and of bringing the reader's attention to less well studied, but nevertheless useful, biological systems. We start with an extensive article by T. P. Karpetsky, M. S. Boguski and C. C. Levy on the structure, properties and possible functions of polyadenylic acid. Apart from revealing a general lack of appreciation of many important aspects of the chemical properties of poly adenylic acid, the literature also shows that there is a great gulf between those who study the biological role of polyadenylic acid. and those who study its physicochemi cal pro...

Biomembranes, Structural and Functional Aspects
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 390

Biomembranes, Structural and Functional Aspects

An up-to date review of basic research on biomembranes. In thisvolume, foremost experts in the field consider the most importantstructural and functional aspects of biomembranes: - MembraneLipids and Aging - Membrane-bound Enzymes - Ion Channels in Biological Membranes - Anion Exchangers of Mammalian Cell Membranes - Diversity of Transport Mechanisms in Bacteria. The volume is an excellent supplement to 'Biomembranes - PhysicalAspects', also edited by Meir Shinitzky. Together these booksprovide a comprehensive ground for understanding complexphysiological processes. Meir Shinitzky, Ph.D., is a Professor of Biophysics in theDepartment of Membrane Research and Biophysics, The WeizmannInstitute of Science, Rehovot, Israel. Since 1971, his research hasfocused on various aspects of membrane structure and dynamics.Currently his main interest is in manipulation of membrane fluidityfor clinical diagnoses and treatments. He has published extensivelyand is acknowledged worldwide as one of the leading experts in theincreasingly significant field of biomembrane research.

Biomembranes
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 422

Biomembranes

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Quinones and Quinone Enzymes, Part B
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 611

Quinones and Quinone Enzymes, Part B

  • Type: Book
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  • Published: 2004-03-08
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  • Publisher: Elsevier

Quinones are members of a class of aromatic compounds with two oxygen atoms bonded to the ring as carbonyl groups. This volume covers more clinical aspects of quinines, such as anticancer properties, as well as their role in nutrition and in age-related diseases. - Mitochondrial Ubiquinone and Reductases - Anticancer Quinones and Quinone Oxido-Reductases - Quininone Reductases: Chemoprevention, Nutrition - Quinones and Age-Related Diseases

Biomembranes
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 239

Biomembranes

Membrane research holds a central position in cell and molecular biology. In recent years it has become clear that the study of membranes at the molecular level is of great importance not only to decipher all cellular processes but also to understand the alterations leading to abnormal cells (including cancer cells) and/or to understand the action of various drugs. This book covers the multidisciplinary approach of research in this area and the permanent need for information regarding recent advances. It will serve both workers studying basic aspects of membrane structure and function as well as medically oriented scientists. The selection of topics illustrating interconnections between basic and applied membrane biology will cross-fertilize research in both groups.

The First Outstanding 50 Years of “Università Politecnica delle Marche”
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 634

The First Outstanding 50 Years of “Università Politecnica delle Marche”

The book describes the significant multidisciplinary research findings at the Università Politecnica delle Marche and the expected future advances. It addresses some of the most dramatic challenges posed by today’s fast-growing, global society and the changes it has caused. It also discusses solutions to improve the wellbeing of human beings. The book covers the main research achievements in the various disciplines of the life sciences, and includes chapters that highlight mechanisms relevant to all aspects of human diseases, the molecular, cellular, and functional basis of therapy, and its translation into the management of people’s health needs. It also describes research on tradition...

Mitochondria
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 539

Mitochondria

  • Type: Book
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  • Published: 2001-05-23
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  • Publisher: Elsevier

This title employs biochemical, cell biological, and genetic approaches to study mitochondrial structure, function, and biogenesis. Also of interest are the consequences of impaired mitochondrial function on cells, tissues, and organs. The book is full of step-by-step "how to" methods with sample results, interpretations, and pitfalls. There is a unique set of appendices that include gene catalogs, mtDNA maps, and reagents for probing respiratory chain function. Finally, there are applications of state-of-the art microarray and gene chip technologies. - Isolation of mitochondria from commonly used cells and tissues - Assays for mitochondrial activities, including respiration, ATP production, permeability, protein import, and interactions with the cytoskeleton - Biochemical and optical methods for studying protein-protein interactions in mitochondria - Approaches to studying mitochondrial replication, transcription, and translation - Transmitochondrial technologies - Methods in microassay data analysis

Membrane Structure and Mechanisms of Biological Energy Transduction
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 596

Membrane Structure and Mechanisms of Biological Energy Transduction

The problem of electron transfer phosphorylation was first formu lated in 1939 by Belitser and Tsibakova I who introduced the "P: 0" criterion and showed that this ratio is more than 1. The authors noted that such a high value of the phosphorylation coefficient suggests a fundamental difference in the mechanisms of A TP formation coupled with respiration, and glycolysis, since in the latter case, the amount of the ATP synthesized is equal to that of the substrate utilized. A lot of hypothetical schemes were put forward to explain the nature of coupling between electron transfer and phosphorylation, but none of them solved the problem. Only quite recently, one hypo thetical scheme of energy coupling, viz. Mitchell's chemiosmotic concept, 2.3 was supported by experimental data which allow us to prefer it to alternative possibilities. In this paper, I shall try to substantiate the statement that oxidation and phosphorylation can be coupled via a membrane potential as was postulated by Mitchell.

Coenzyme Q in Aging
  • Language: en
  • Pages: 367

Coenzyme Q in Aging

This book offers a comprehensive exploration of research on the essential relationship of the coenzyme Q10 and the process of aging in living organisms. CoQ10 is an important factor in two main aspects of cell physiology: bioenergetics and antioxidant protection. While primary deficiency of CoQ10 is associated with severe and lethal disease, secondary deficiency can be associated with the progression of mitochondrial dysfunction linked to the lessening of biological activities during aging. The book is organized in four sections. The first offers an overview of the function of CoQ10, highlighting the two main functions of CoQ10 in cells: its essential role as electron transport chain member ...