The alkaloids. Chemistry and pharmacology. Volume 50, The alkaloids. Chemistry and biology /

Chemistry and Biology is a celebration of the outstanding contributions to the field by Professor R.H.F. Manske, who founded the series in 1950. This special volume demonstrates the dramatic changes in alkaloidchemistry since then. It also offers a unique overview of recent developments in major are...

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Corporate Author: ScienceDirect (Online service)
Other Authors: Cordell, Geoffrey A., 1946-
Format: eBook
Language:English
Language Notes:English.
Published: San Diego : Academic Press, ©1998.
Series:Alkaloids (San Diego, Calif.) ; v. 50.
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Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
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Summary:Chemistry and Biology is a celebration of the outstanding contributions to the field by Professor R.H.F. Manske, who founded the series in 1950. This special volume demonstrates the dramatic changes in alkaloidchemistry since then. It also offers a unique overview of recent developments in major areas of alkaloid chemistry and biology and looks at how these areas will develop in the future. These fourteen contributions are written by many of the leading alkaloid chemists in the world, and thus comprise a unique view of alkaloids and their contributions to the health and well-being of humankind. Key Features * Indispensable reference work written by leading experts in the field * Provides up-to-date, timely reviews on compounds and classes of great interest * Covers synthesis, biosynthesis, biology, as well as isolation and structure elucidation * An essential research tool for anyone working with alkaloids from a chemical or biological perspective.
Physical Description:1 online resource (xvi, 590 pages) : illustrations.
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:0124695507
9780124695504
9786611714161
6611714162
0080865747
9780080865744