As one of the most dynamic fields in contemporary science, bioinorganic chemistry lies at a natural juncture between chemistry, biology, and medicine. This rapidly expanding field probes fascinating questions about the uses of metal ions in nature. Respiration, metabolism, photosynthesis, gene regul...

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Main Authors:	Lippard, Stephen J. (Author), Berg, Jeremy M. 1958- (Author)
Format:	Book
Language:	English
Published:	Mill Valley, Calif. Univ. Science Books 1994
Subjects:	Bioanorganische chemie Química bioinorgánica Bioinorganic chemistry Bioanorganische Chemie Lehrbuch
Summary:	As one of the most dynamic fields in contemporary science, bioinorganic chemistry lies at a natural juncture between chemistry, biology, and medicine. This rapidly expanding field probes fascinating questions about the uses of metal ions in nature. Respiration, metabolism, photosynthesis, gene regulation, and nerve impulse transmission are a few of the many natural processes that require metal ions, and new systems are continually being discovered The use of unnatural metals - which have been introduced into human biology as diagnostic probes and drugs - is another active area of tremendous medical significance This introductory text, written by two pioneering researchers, is destined to become a landmark in the field of bioinorganic chemistry through its organized unification of key topics. Accessible to undergraduates, the book provides necessary background information on coordination chemistry, biochemistry, and physical methods before delving into topics that are central to the field: What metals are chosen and how are they taken up by cells
Physical Description:	XVII, 411 S. Ill., graph. Darst.
ISBN:	0935702725 0935702733