Presents recent developments in the rapidly expanding field of redox regulation research. The book examines insights into intracellular communication and new techniques for diagnosing and treating diseases associated with oxidation and reduction. It focuses on important cellular mechanisms, such as redox reactions related to thioredoxin (TRX)/adult T-cell leukemia-derived factor (ADF).

Probes developments and trends in research and clinical applications of vitamin E, discussing its chemistry and biochemistry and natural occurrence in nuts, seeds, whole grains and vegetable and fish-liver oils. This book covers findings on the role of vitamin E as a biological response modifier.