Metallothioneins and Related Chelators

These sulfur-rich chelators, being important in metal ion homeostasis, find increasing attention. MILS-5, written by 30 internationally recognized experts, focuses on this hot topic. The reader is supported by about 20 tables, more than 80 illustrations and nearly 2000 references. This book is an essential resource for scientists working in a wide range of disciplines from environmental toxicology and inorganic biochemistry all the way through to physiology and medicine.

Metallothioneins. Historical Development and OverviewRegulation of Metallothionein Gene ExpressionBacterial MetallothioneinsMetallothioneins in Yeast and FungiMetallothioneins in PlantsMetallothioneins in DipteraEarthworm and Nematode MetallothioneinsMetallothioneins in Aquatic Organisms: Fish, Crustaceans, Molluscs, and EchinodermsMetal Detoxification in Freshwater Animals. Roles of MetallothioneinsStructure and Function of Vertebrate MetallothioneinsMetallothionein-3, Zinc, and Copper in the Central Nervous SystemMetallothionein Toxicology: Metal Ion Trafficking and Cellular Protection Metallothioneins in Inorganic CarcinogenesisThioredoxins and Glutaredoxins. Functions and Metal Ion InteractionsMetal Ion-Binding Properties of Phytochelatins and Related Ligands