Mechanosensitive Ion Channels
Author | : Andre Kamkin |
Publisher | : Springer Science & Business Media |
Total Pages | : 390 |
Release | : 2007-10-06 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781402064265 |
ISBN-13 | : 1402064268 |
Rating | : 4/5 (268 Downloads) |
Download or read book Mechanosensitive Ion Channels written by Andre Kamkin and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2007-10-06 with total page 390 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book explores the latest data dealing with mechanosensitive channels research results. It was compiled by a group of internationally recognized scientists leading in the field of mechanosensitive ion channels or mechanically gated channels and signaling cascades research. Key problems of cell mechanobiology are also discussed. As a whole, the volume dwells on the major issues of mechanical stress influencing the ion channels and intracellular signaling pathways.