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Natural terpenoids as messengers : a multidisciplinary study of their production, biological functions, and practical applications /

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Harrewijn, P. (Paul), 1937-
Other Authors: Oosten, Adriaan M. van, Piron, Paul G. M.
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Dordrecht ; Boston, MA : Kluwer Academic Pub., [2001]
Subjects:
Terpenes > chemistry.
Terpenes > metabolism.
Terpenes > pharmacoloby.
Second Messenger Systems > physiology.
Table of Contents:
  • Introduction
  • Production of terpenes and terpenoids
  • The origin and evolution of terpenoid messengers
  • Specific properties of terpenoids
  • Functions of natural terpenoids in the interrelationships between organisms
  • Terpenoids in practice
  • Natural terpenoids to the benefit of human health
  • Prospectus and suggestions for further research