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Receptor Endocytosis and Signalling in Health and Disease, Part B, Volume 196 highlights the different aspects of receptor endocytosis and signaling, covering several receptors which are associated with different organs and that play a key role in normal functioning in the body, including somatostatin, Mas receptor, AMPA, Dopamine, 5-HT1-2, GABA, GPCR, nuclear receptor, Integrin, BCR, CRHR1, etc. Chapters in this new release include Internalization of somatostatin receptors in brain and periphery, Mas receptor, signaling and trafficking in health and disease, Endocytosis of AMPA receptors: Role in neurological conditions, Endocytosis of dopamine receptor: Signaling in brain, and more.

Additional chapters cover Endocytosis of LXRs: Signalling in liver, Endocytosis of LDL receptor: Importance in cardiovascular diseases, Advances in the molecular level understanding of G-protein-coupled receptor, Nuclear receptor: Structure and function, Integrin receptor trafficking in health and disease, B Cell Receptor (BCR) endocytosis,CRHR1 endocytosis: Spatiotemporal regulation of receptor signaling, and much more.

Provides information on the structure and function of nuclear receptors Discusses the basic pathways involved in receptor internalization, subcellular trafficking, metabolic degradation, and signaling Includes a wide range of neurological receptors and their roles

Epigenetics in Health and Disease, Volume 197 in the Progress in Molecular Biology and Translational Science series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters on An Introduction to epigenetics in health and disease, State-of-the-art techniques for epigenetics study, Computational biology in epigenetics, Artificial intelligence and machine learning in epigenetics, CRISPR-Cas systems in epigenetics modification for health, Mechanisms of DNA methylation and histone modifications, Non-coding RNA in epigenetics, Role of DNA Methylation in cardiovascular diseases, Role of epigenetics in renal diseases, and much more.

Additional chapters update on Histone modifications in fat metabolism and obesity, Role of DNA methylation in diabetes and obesity, Epigenetic regulons in Alzheimer's disease, Epigenetics in heredity disease, Epigenetics of aging, Epigenetics in cancer development, diagnosis and therapy, Microbiota and epigenetics: health impact, Epigenetics in Fetal Alcohol Spectrum disorder, and much more.

Provides the authority and expertise of leading contributors from an international board of authors Presents the latest release in the Progress in Molecular Biology and Translational Science series Includes the latest information on Epigenetics in Health and Disease

Receptor Endocytosis and Signalling in Health and Disease, Volume 194 in the Progress in Molecular Biology and Translational Science, highlights new advances in the field. Chapters in this release include An overview on receptor endocytosis and signaling, Signaling molecules: Importance in health and disease conditions, Emerging tools for studying of receptor endocytosis and signaling, Endocytosis of EGFR: Signalling in cancer, Endocytosis of AT1 and AT2 receptors: Signalling in the kidney, Regulation of transferrin receptor trafficking by optineurin and its disease-associated mutants, Endocytosis of Insulin receptor: Signalling in the regulation of glucose homeostasis, Endocytosis of VEGFR: Role in the regulation of angiogenesis, and more.

Other sections in this new release include Lymphocyte and monocyte/macrophage receptors mediating immune recognition of tumors, Lymphocyte and monocyte/macrophage receptors triggering immune suppression of tumor immunity, Prion receptors and prion internalization and intra- and inter-cellular transport, Multifunctional role of the ubiquitin proteasome pathway in phagocytosis, Adrenoceptors and SCD1 in adipocytes/adipose tissues: the expression and variation in health and obesity, Frizzled receptors and SFRP5 in lipid metabolism: current findings and potential applications.

Provides the authority and expertise of leading contributors from an international board of authors Presents the latest release in the Progress in Molecular Biology and Translational Science series Includes the latest information on Receptor Endocytosis and Signaling in Health and Disease

Bioprospecting Native Microbiomes for Boosting Phytoremediation provides an inclusive overview of the use of metal-resistant native microbiomes for boosting the phytoremediation of polluted land for ecological and environmental restoration. The book offers a basic understanding of the principles and mechanisms of microbe-induced phytoremediation, microbiome resilience, adaptation to polluted lands, and metal-resistant native microbe-assisted phytotechnologies. It covers current trends, tools, and policies for the microbe-augmented remediation of an array of metals and metalloids. Other sections discuss key topics such as plant-metal-microbe interaction in polluted ecosystems, microbe-mediated phytoremediation for upgraded ecosystem services, and success stories on microbial-assisted phytoremediation.Provides novel information on the bioprospecting of metal-resistant native microbiomes for phytoremediationOffers foundational understanding of microbe-assisted phytoremediation of metals/metalloids, covering current trends, tools, and policies to improve resilience and adaptabilityExplores recent advances and microbial-assisted phytoremediation technologies for tackling environmental contamination

This book explores the diversity of microbiomes, ecological significance, and applications in agriculture, human health, and environmental sustainability. The introductory chapter provides state-of-the-art methods for studying microbiomes, including microscopy, culturing techniques, and molecular biology tools, while examining how AI, machine learning, and computational biology are revolutionizing microbiome research. It also covers advancements in next-generation sequencing technologies, various metagenomic approaches, and their significance in studying microbiomes and identifying genes of agricultural importance. Practical applications are explored, such as enhancing plant nutrient utilization, improving crop yields using biofertilizers, and leveraging rhizosphere microbiomes for better nutrient uptake and drought tolerance. The potential of microbiomes as biocontrol agents to manage pests and diseases is also discussed. Advanced techniques like CRISPR-Cas systems for genome editing within microbiomes are examined, along with the role of microbiomes in improving crop performance in high-altitude, high-saline, and high-temperature environments. The book concludes by addressing current challenges in microbiome research and application, highlighting future opportunities for innovation in agriculture. This book is intended for researchers and students in microbiology, agriculture, and environmental science.Key Features:Explores the diversity, ecological significance, and applications of microbiomes in agriculture, human health, and environmental sustainabilityCovers advanced methods for studying microbiomes, including microscopy, culturing techniques, molecular biology tools, AI, machine learning, and computational biologyDiscusses practical applications of microbiomes in enhancing plant nutrient utilization, improving crop yields with biofertilizers, and using microbiomes as biocontrol agentsIncludes insights into cutting-edge technologies like CRISPR-Cas systems for genome editing and their applications in microbiome researchAddresses current challenges in microbiome research and highlights potential future opportunities for innovation and application

This book covers a wide range of neuroreceptor topics, including receptor endocytosis and signaling and the role of neuroreceptors in health and disease conditions. It focuses on various important nervous system receptors and their biomedical applications, especially receptor signaling.

This book elucidates the role of microbial genomic islands (GEIs) in genome stability, plasticity, evolutionary adaptation, and pathogenicity in the bacterial population.

This book elucidates the role of microbial genomic islands (GEIs) in genome stability, plasticity, evolutionary adaptation, and pathogenicity in the bacterial population.

This book introduces the rapidly evolving field of multi-omics in understanding the human microbiome. The book also explores the potential of multi-omics to identify genes of biotechnological importance, providing readers with an understanding of the role that this technology could play in advancing biotech research.