Lectins

This book starts with an overview of lectin research. This is followed by a survey of the occurrence of lectins in nature and a detailed description of their properties, with an emphasis on specificity, structure and interaction with ligands at the atomic level. The biosynthesis and genetics of lectins are then discussed, as are their numerous applications in biology and medicine. A summary of the nutritional effects of lectins follows, and finally their functions in nature are dealt with. The book should be of use to anybody who wishes to learn more about this unique and fascinating class of proteins and to use them for a varitey of purposes.

Pages: 454

Edition: 02

Publisher: Springer

Copyright: 2004

Published: 03/04

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