Caveolae (latin for little caves) are small structures found at the surface of cells. They are responsible for the regulation of important metabolic pathway. As a consequence, they may play a critical role in several human diseases such as atherosclerosis, cancer, diabetes, and muscular dystrophies. This book analyzes the role and function of caveolae in these aspects and serves as the first textbook currently available on caveolae/caveolin.

Utilizing modern electron microscopy techniques, this book discusses pleiotropic functions of caveolae and caveolin proteins, and offers a thorough presentation of the role and function of caveolae and caveolins in cell signaling and human disease mechanisms.