Mitochondrial Function and Dysfunction,53: Volume 53 (International Review of Neurobiology) - Hardcover

Anthony Schapira

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0123668549 ISBN 13: 9780123668547

Publisher: Academic Press, 2003

Synopsis

Mitochondria are critical to the survival of cells, therefore, it is not surprising that abnormalities in mitochondrial function may lead to human disease. This book concentrates on the biology and pathology of mitochondria, covering some ot the important basic science features of the biology of mitochondria. It then moves on to discuss the breadth of human diseases related to mitochondrial dysfunction, including Parkinson's disease, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), and Alzheimer's disease.

* Provides comprehensive coverage of basic science and clinical features of mitochondrial dysfunction
* Presents detailed analysis of "hot" topics in mitochondrial function and neurodegenerative diseases
* Includes outstanding list of contributing authors

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Review:

Presents the breadth of science of mitochondria, from basic function to the consequences of dysfunction at the clinical level.

About this edition

• Publisher: Academic Press
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 0123668549
• ISBN 13: 9780123668547
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 250