Covering a wide range of subject matter, including biochemistry, molecular and cell biology, medicine, chemistry, and allied health, "Biochemical Pathways" is a full-color, easy-to-use resource for students and professionals. This information-packed reference features a unique summary of biochemical pathways based on the well-known "Biochemical Pathways" chart. Included is descriptive information about properties such as enzymes, chemicals, proteins, and DNA, all of which act together to create an elaborate chain that drives all biological functions. Completely updated, this new edition continues to play a valuable role in this important scientific field.
Chapter 1. Introduction and general aspects, chemistry and physical chemistry
Chapter 2. The cell and its contents: Enzymes, nucleic acids, and polymeric carbohydrates and lipids
Chapter 3. General metabolism in animals, plants and bacteria
Chapter 4. Protein biosynthesis, modification and degradation
Chapter 5. Viruses
Chapter 6. Transport systems
Chapter 7. Signal transduction and cellular communication
Chapter 8. Immune system
Chapter 9. Blood coagulation and fibrinolysis
Chapter 10. Biochemical networks, bioinformatics and systems biology