Melanin Chemistry Explored by Quantum Mechanics - Investigations for Mechanism Identification and Reaction Design (Hardcover, 1st ed. 2021)

This book discusses recent advances in theoretical-computational studies on the biosynthesis of melanin pigment (melanogenesis). These advances are being driven by the development of high-performance computers, new experimental findings, and extensive work on medical applications involving the control of pigmentation and the treatment of challenging dermatological diseases. Understanding the elementary processes involved in chemical reactions at the atomic scale is important in biochemical reaction design for effective control of the pigmentary system. Accordingly, the book focuses on the elementary steps involved in melanogenesis, which crucially affect the composition of the resulting melanin pigment by means of competitive reactions. The book also addresses reactions analogous to melanogenesis, with a focus on o-quinone reactions, which are especially important for understanding melanogenesis-associated cytotoxicity.

General

Imprint:	Springer Verlag, Singapore
Country of origin:	Singapore
Release date:	April 2021
First published:	2021
Authors:	Ryo Kishida • Susan Menez Aspera • Hideaki Kasai
Dimensions:	235 x 155mm (L x W)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	83
Edition:	1st ed. 2021
ISBN-13:	978-981-16-1314-2
Categories:	Books > Medicine > Clinical & internal medicine > Dermatology Books > Science & Mathematics > Chemistry > Physical chemistry > Quantum & theoretical chemistry Books > Science & Mathematics > Biology, life sciences > Biochemistry > General Books > Professional & Technical > Mechanical engineering & materials > Materials science > General
LSN:	981-16-1314-1
Barcode:	9789811613142

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