2-Deoxy-D-Glucose: Chemistry and Biology (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9789815305173)

2-Deoxy-D-Glucose: Chemistry and Biology extensively examine 2-deoxy-D-glucose (2DG), a glucose analog with profound biomedical and therapeutic potential. This detailed resource covers 2DG's chemical structure, methods of synthesis, and its pivotal roles in diagnostics and therapeutics. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the compound's multifaceted uses, from antiviral applications to its emerging role in cancer treatment.

Key Features:
- Comprehensive coverage of 2DG synthesis, structure, and characterization.
- Insights into 2DG's diagnostic and therapeutic potential, including cancer and antiviral applications.
- Exploration of its role in the Warburg effect and glycosylation inhibition.
- Discussion on 2DG's clinical applications, including COVID-19 treatments.


Author: Antresh Kumar, Raman Singh
ISBN-10: 9815305174
ISBN-13: 9789815305173
Publisher: Bentham Science Publishers
Language: English
Published: 11/15/2024
Pages: 268
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.43lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.70d