Organelles in Disease

This book discusses how dysregulated organelle functions contribute to human diseases, focusing on recent advances and offering a valuable resource for physiologists and clinicians.

Format: Hardback
Length: 276 pages
Publication date: 28 January 2023
Publisher: Springer International Publishing AG

This comprehensive book delves into the intricate mechanisms underlying dysregulated organelle functions, shedding light on their role in the development and progression of human diseases. To provide a holistic understanding, the authors explore fundamental, translational, and clinical aspects across various scales, ranging from molecules to cells, tissues, and organisms. Rather than offering a mere introduction to the field, the book focuses on recent advancements in organelle research, presenting each chapter as a platform for discussing the most pressing questions in the respective area.

The endoplasmic reticulum, Golgi apparatus, lysosomes, and other membrane-enclosed organelles are extensively examined in this book, highlighting how their dysregulation contributes to diverse pathologies. The chapters not only offer fresh perspectives but also serve as a catalyst for further investigations. Given the translational nature of this subject, this book is an invaluable resource for physiologists and clinicians alike.

Chapter "Lipid Droplets in Cancer" is available open access under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License via the following link: link.springer.com.

Weight: 594g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783031225949
Edition number: 1st ed. 2023