Sirtuins Softcover Repri Edition Contributor(s): Houtkooper, Riekelt H. (Editor) |
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ISBN: 9402414509 ISBN-13: 9789402414509 Publisher: Springer OUR PRICE: $161.49 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: July 2018 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Medical | Oncology - General - Medical | Endocrinology & Metabolism - Science | Life Sciences - Molecular Biology |
Dewey: 611.018 |
Series: Proteins and Cell Regulation |
Physical Information: 288 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: The sirtuin family of proteins (SIRT1-7) received a lot of attention in recent years as they serve as metabolic sensors that control not only metabolism, but also aging and lifespan regulation. As such, sirtuins are strong targets for the treatment of age-related metabolic diseases, including obesity, diabetes, and cancer. Indeed, many research groups as well as pharmaceutical companies discovered food components and/or drugs that target the sirtuins and provide significant health benefits. This book focuses on various aspects of sirtuin biology, from basic biochemistry, via molecular function, to its role in (fighting) human disease. |