Stem Cells in Cancer: Should We Believe or Not?

Nonfiction, Science & Nature, Science, Biological Sciences, Cytology, Health & Well Being, Medical, Specialties, Oncology
Cover of the book Stem Cells in Cancer: Should We Believe or Not? by , Springer Netherlands
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: ISBN: 9789401787543
Publisher: Springer Netherlands Publication: April 28, 2014
Imprint: Springer Language: English
Author:
ISBN: 9789401787543
Publisher: Springer Netherlands
Publication: April 28, 2014
Imprint: Springer
Language: English

This volume explores the latest developments in a novel area of molecular biology and a hot topic in the field of oncology: cancer stem cells. These chapters from expert contributing authors present concepts such as the universal stem cell, new molecular pathways, new targeted agents, the different roles that cancer stem cells seem to have according to the organ they are placed in, and the future role that targeting cancer stem cells may have in the management of patients in the clinic.

Exploring the latest research including new data from randomized trials, this book examines important proposals over the origin of cancer stem cells such as the possibility that cancer stem cells may arise from mutated stem cells or a fully differentiated cell that may undergo several mutations that drive it back to a stem-like state. The authors consider the role that stem cells seem to have in the onset, development and resistance to classical antitumoral treatments of cancer and discuss possible potential future treatment modalities for the management of advanced cancer patients.

The question, "Are stem cells involved in cancer?" may not have a simple answer, but ongoing investigations, in-depth consideration and a broad spectrum of information can be found in this book, allowing the reader to arrive at his or her own answer.

This book will appeal to researchers in the field of oncology and cancer research and biomedical scientists with an interest in stem cells.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

This volume explores the latest developments in a novel area of molecular biology and a hot topic in the field of oncology: cancer stem cells. These chapters from expert contributing authors present concepts such as the universal stem cell, new molecular pathways, new targeted agents, the different roles that cancer stem cells seem to have according to the organ they are placed in, and the future role that targeting cancer stem cells may have in the management of patients in the clinic.

Exploring the latest research including new data from randomized trials, this book examines important proposals over the origin of cancer stem cells such as the possibility that cancer stem cells may arise from mutated stem cells or a fully differentiated cell that may undergo several mutations that drive it back to a stem-like state. The authors consider the role that stem cells seem to have in the onset, development and resistance to classical antitumoral treatments of cancer and discuss possible potential future treatment modalities for the management of advanced cancer patients.

The question, "Are stem cells involved in cancer?" may not have a simple answer, but ongoing investigations, in-depth consideration and a broad spectrum of information can be found in this book, allowing the reader to arrive at his or her own answer.

This book will appeal to researchers in the field of oncology and cancer research and biomedical scientists with an interest in stem cells.

More books from Springer Netherlands

Cover of the book Stratigraphy and Paleolimnology of the Green River Formation, Western USA by
Cover of the book Search for Gods by
Cover of the book Optimization of Aerosol Drug Delivery by
Cover of the book Lived Spaces of Infant-Toddler Education and Care by
Cover of the book Earthworm Ecology by
Cover of the book On the Problem of Empathy by
Cover of the book Efficiency Measures in the Agricultural Sector by
Cover of the book Safety and Efficacy of Non-Prescription (OTC) Analgesics and NSAIDs by
Cover of the book Biology of Carcinogenesis by
Cover of the book Syntactic Variables by
Cover of the book Does Education Have a Future? by
Cover of the book Geology of High-Level Nuclear Waste Disposal by
Cover of the book The Science of Cities and Regions by
Cover of the book Cosmology in Scalar-Tensor Gravity by
Cover of the book The Business Cycle: Theories and Evidence by
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy