Lappi, Douglas
Ribosome-inactivating Proteins: Ricin and Related Proteins
This important reference provides up-to-date information on all aspects of ribosome-inactivating proteins (RIPs). Including a list of all known RIPs, their distribution in nature, structure, genetics and chemical and immunological properties, this reference covers mechanisms of action, including the enzymatic activity on various polynucleotide substrates; the interaction with, and entry into cells; the toxicity to animals, including the pathology of poisoning; and the immunomodulatory and allergenic activity. The book further emphasizes the use of immunotoxins and other conjugates in clinical trials for the therapy of cancer and intractable pain.
Keywords: ribosome-inactivating proteins, ribosome proteins, RIPs, immunotoxins, immunomodulatory, allergenic activity, clinical trials, cancer therapy, intractable pain, Medical Oncology, Plant Science, Medical Oncology, Plant Science
- Editor
- Lappi, Douglas
- Stirpe, Fiorenzo
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons, Inc.
- Publication year
- 2013
- Language
- en
- Edition
- 1
- Page amount
- 328 pages
- Category
- Natural Sciences
- Format
- Ebook
- eISBN (ePUB)
- 9781118847015
- Printed ISBN
- 9781118125656