Lessons on Caffeine, Cannabis & Co
Plant-derived Drugs and their Interaction with Human Receptors
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Beschreibung
This textbook provides a structured, easy to understand and thorough insight into the mode of function of plant secondary metabolites in plants and humans. It explains the biosynthesis and molecular action of nicotine, cannabis, caffeine and Co, describes the effects of these drugs on signal transduction at receptors and ion channels in animals, their relevance for human health and their potential for recreational use and abuse. It also offers a broad and comprehensive understanding on the role and function of these diverse molecules for the plants that make them. This textbook is written for master students and scientist in biochemistry and biology as well as for pharmaceutical and medical students. It will be a valuable study tool for teachers and students alike.
Provides structured overview on biosynthesis pathways
Centered around specific exemplary drugs
Broadens understanding of the molecular action in plants and the effect in humans
Offers insight into the function of anti-cancer drugs
Discusses prospective biotechnological use
Provides structured overview on biosynthesis pathways Centered around specific exemplary drugs Broadens understanding of the molecular action in plants and the effect in humans Offers insight into the function of anti-cancer drugs Discusses prospective biotechnological use
Autor*in
Angelika Böttger
Themen in »Lessons on Caffeine, Cannabis & Co«
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