Carbohydrate-based Drug Discovery

Download or read book Carbohydrate-based Drug Discovery written by Chi-Huey Wong and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2006-03-06 with total page 980 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: To exploit the full potential of this diverse compound class for the development of novel active substances, this handbook presents the latest knowledge on carbohydrate chemistry and biochemistry. While it is unique in covering the entire field, particular emphasis is placed on carbohydrates with pharmaceutical potential. Topics include the following: > Chemical Synthesis of Carbohydrates > Carbohydrate Biosynthesis and Metabolism > Carbohydrate Analysis > Cellular Functions of Carbohydrates > Development of Carbohydrate-based Drugs A premier resource for carbohydrate chemists and drug developers, this comprehensive two-volume work contains contributions by more than 50 of the world's leading carbohydrate chemists.