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Natural Products and Cancer Signaling: Isoprenoids, Polyphenols and Flavonoids
1st Edition, Volume 36 - December 3, 2014
Editors: Fuyuhiko Tamanoi, S. Zahra Bathaie
Language: English
Hardback ISBN:9780128022153
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eBook ISBN:9780128025277
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Natural compounds from a variety of natural resources including plants have emerged as important source of anticancer drug development. This special issue will highlight the si…Read more
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Natural compounds from a variety of natural resources including plants have emerged as important source of anticancer drug development. This special issue will highlight the significant advance in elucidating mechanisms of action of these natural compounds, focusing especially on isoprenoids and polyphenols/flavonoids.
Informs and updates on all the latest developments in the field
Contributions from leading authorities and industry experts
Researchers in biochemistry, molecular and cell biology, pharmacology, and cancer
Chapter Three: Ganoderic Acid and Lucidenic Acid (Triterpenoid)
Abstract
1 Introduction
2 Lucidenic Acids and Ganoderic Acids from Ganoderma Species
3 Biological Functions of Lucidenic Acids and Ganoderic Acids
4 Pharmacokinetics of Ganoderic Acids
5 Conclusion
Chapter Four: Anticancer Effect and Molecular Targets of Saffron Carotenoids
Abstract
1 Introduction
2 Anticancer Effect of Saffron and Its Carotenoids
3 Comparing the Efficacy of Crocetin, Crocin, and Other Components
4 Liposome Formulation of Saffron Compounds
5 Effect of Crocetin and Crocin on Macromolecule Synthesis and Structure
6 Effects on Cell Cycle, Apoptosis, and Signaling Pathways
7 Role of Saffron Components on Chemoprevention
8 Molecular Mechanisms Involved in the Protective Effect of Saffron Components against Various Damages in Different Tissues
9 Antioxidant and Anti-inflammatory Effects of Saffron
10 Safety
11 Other Mechanisms
12 Conclusions
Chapter Five: Zerumbone from Ginger (Monoterpenoid)
Abstract
1 Introduction
2 Characteristic Feature
3 Target Pathways by Zerumbone
4 Nuclear Factor-Kappa B
5 Future Perspectives
Chapter Six: Research Progress on Natural Triterpenoid Saponins in the Chemoprevention and Chemotherapy of Cancer
Abstract
1 Introduction
2 Triterpenoid Saponins in the Prevention and Therapy of Cancers
3 Anticancer Properties and Molecular Mechanisms of Triterpenoid Saponins
4 Structure–Activity Relationships of Anticancer Activities of Triterpenoid Saponins
5 Clinical Studies
6 Summary and Perspectives
Chapter Seven: Neem Limonoids as Anticancer Agents: Modulation of Cancer Hallmarks and Oncogenic Signaling
Abstract
1 Introduction
2 Cytotoxicity of Neem Limonoids
3 Neem Limonoids and Hallmarks of Cancer
4 Oncogenic Signaling
5 Conclusions and Future Perspectives
Chapter Eight: Curcumin: A Potent Modulator of Multiple Enzymes in Multiple Cancers
Abstract
1 Introduction
2 Structure–Activity Relationship of Curcumin
3 Curcumin Binds and Modulates Multiple Enzymes
4 Curcumin Binds and Modulates PKs
5 Curcumin Directly Binds and Modulates Protein Reductases
6 Others
7 Curcumin Clinical Trials in Cancer
8 Future Perspectives
Acknowledgment
Chapter Nine: Molecular Targets of Honokiol: A Promising Phytochemical for Effective Cancer Management
Abstract
1 Introduction
2 Honokiol: Structure–Activity Relationship
3 Anticancer Effect of Honokiol
4 Molecular Targets of Honokiol
5 Pharmacokinetics of Honokiol
6 Conclusion and Future Outlook
Acknowledgments
Chapter Ten: Effects of Tea Catechins on Cancer Signaling Pathways
Abstract
1 Introduction
2 Chemistry, Bioavailability, and Biotransformation of Tea Catechins
3 Inhibition of Tumorigenesis by Tea Catechins in Animal Models and Possible Mechanisms
4 Biochemical Activities of Tea Catechins
5 Modulating Signaling Pathways and Cell Functions
6 Issues in Extrapopulating Studies In Vitro to Situations In Vivo
7 Concluding Remarks
Acknowledgments
Author Index
Subject Index
No. of pages: 282
Language: English
Edition: 1
Volume: 36
Published: December 3, 2014
Imprint: Academic Press
Hardback ISBN: 9780128022153
eBook ISBN: 9780128025277
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Fuyuhiko Tamanoi
Fuyu Tamanoi is a biochemist who has served on the UCLA School of Medicine and UCLA College faculty since he joined the Department of Microbiology, Immunology & Molecular Genetics in 1993. He became a full professor in 1997.
Affiliations and expertise
Biochemist, Department of Microbiology, Immunology and Molecular Genetics, University of California, Los Angeles, USA
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S. Zahra Bathaie
Affiliations and expertise
Univeristy of California, Los Angeles, USA
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