Autophagy: Cancer, Other Pathologies, Inflammation, Immunity,... - 9780128010433

Autophagy: Cancer, Other Pathologies, Inflammation, Immunity, Infection, and AgingVolume 7Role of Autophagy in Therapeutic Applications\nAuthor(s): M. A. Hayat\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Elsevier Science Publishing Co Inc, United States\nImprint: Academic Press Inc\nISBN-13: 9780128010433, 978-0128010433\nSynopsis\nUnderstanding the importance and necessity of the role of autophagy in health and disease is vital for the studies of cancer, aging, neurodegeneration, immunology, and infectious diseases. Comprehensive and up-to-date, this book offers a valuable guide to these cellular processes whilst inciting researchers to explore their potentially important connections. Volume 7 provides coverage of the latest developments in autophagosome biogenesis and regulation; the role of autophagy in protein quality control; and the role of autophagy in apoptosis. Attention is given to autophagy in the cardiovascular system, with particular insights into the role of autophagy in atheroscler.