Lipid Biochemistry

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Since the publication of the first edition of this successful andpopular book in 1970, the subject of lipid biochemistry has evolvedgreatly and this fifth up-to-date and comprehensive editionincludes much new and exciting information. Lipid Biochemistry, fifth edition has been largelyre-written in a user-friendly way, with chapters containing specialinterest topic boxes, summary points and lists of suggestedreading, further enhancing the accessibility and readability ofthis excellent text. Contents include abbreviations and definitions used in the studyof lipids, routine analytical methods, fatty acid structure andmetabolism, dietary lipids and lipids as energy stores, lipidtransport, lipids in cellular structures and the metabolism ofstructural lipids. The book provides a most comprehensive treatmentof the subject, making it essential reading for all those workingwith or studying lipids. Upper level students of biochemistry, biology, clinicalsubjects, nutrition and food science will find the contents of thisbook invaluable as a study aid, as will postgraduates specializingin the topics covered in the book. Professionals working inresearch in academia and industry, including personnel involved infood and nutrition research, new product formulation, special dietformulation (including nutraceuticals and functional foods) andother clinical aspects will find a vast wealth of informationwithin the book's pages. Michael Gurr was a Visiting Professor in Human Nutrition atthe University of Reading, UK and at Oxford Brookes University, UK.John Harwood is a Professor of Biochemistry at the School ofBiosciences, Cardiff University, UK. Keith Frayn is a Professor ofHuman Metabolism at the Oxford Centre for Diabetes, Endocrinologyand Metabolism, University of Oxford, UK.

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"After five editions, Lipid Biochemistry still plays asomewhat pioneering role and a new, up-to-date edition is a timelyaddition." Cell Biochemistry & Function, Nov 2004 "...provides a comprehensive and up-to-date treatment of thesubject...this is a helpful addition to all studying or researchingin the area of lipids and lipid metabolism." Nutrition Bulletin "The student friendly format includes summary panels (textboxes) highlighting the narrative, which are used for issues thatgenerate debate and controversy. The style is easy-going and readable, with humour lightening theserious messages wherever possible. A very good buy." Food Trade Review 2004 "The student friendly format includes many summary panels (textboxes) highlighting the narrative, which are used especially forissues that generate debate and controversy. The style is easy-going and readable, with humour lightening theserious messages wherever possible. A very good buy." Chemistry World
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