Biochemistry of Nickel

ISBN-13: 9781475794373 / Angielski / Miękka / 2013 / 280 str.

Robert P. Hausinger

Opis

In this timely monograph, the author summarizes the rapidly growing body of knowledge regarding nickel by providing a balanced discussion of its harmful and beneficial effects. Coverage includes a history of nickel; the chemistry of nickel, descriptions of the four known enzymes which contain nickel; and nickel metabolism in microbes, plants, and animals. Taken as a whole, Dr. Hausinger's work will highlight key features of this important element and help define future research.

Spis treści

Introduction. Chemistry of Nickel. Urease. Hydrogenase. Carbon Monoxide Dehydrogenase. Methyl Coenzyme M Reductase. Microbial Nickel Metabolism. Plant Nickel Metabolism. Animal Nickel Metabolism. Index.