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Melanins and Melanosomes: Biosynthesis, Biogenesis, Physiological, and Pathological Functions

By Editors , Jan Borovanský , Patrick A. Riley

Book information

Publisher
Wiley-VCH
Year
2011
ISBN
3527328920, 9783527328925, 9783527636150, 9783527636143
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
5 MB (4829879 bytes)
Edition
1
Pages
430\430
Orientation
yes
Scanned
no
Time added
2012-02-04 16:00:00

Description

The surface pigmentation of vertebrates is controlled by specialized cells able to synthesize a variety of pigments collectively known as melanins. Recent research has shown that melanins are produced not only in the skin but also in many other sites such as the eye, inner ear, muscles, etc., - where they are engaged in some unanticipated roles. The details of the synthetic pathway, the complexities of its regulation and biological significance that have been unravelled in recent research comprise a fascinating story and are of key importance in understanding the nature of diseases, including malignant melanoma one of the most rapidly spreading cancers.

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