Stem Cells and Human Diseases

Srivastava, Rakesh K.; Shankar, Sharmila

The main objective of this book is to provide a comprehensive review on stem cells and their role in tissue regeneration, homeostasis and therapy. In addition, the role of cancer stem cells in cancer initiation, progression and drug resistance are discussed. The cell signaling pathways and microRNA regulating stem cell self-renewal, tissue homeostasis and drug resistance are also mentioned. Overall, these reviews will provide a new understanding of the influence of stem cells in tissue regeneration, disease regulation, therapy and drug resistance in several human diseases.

Details

Published by: Springer

Publication Date: 2012-02-01

Format: Hardcover

ISBN-13: 9789400728004

DOI: 10.1007/978-94-007-2801-1

Dimensions: 235.0cm x155.0cm

Pages: 630.0