Biology of Fatty Acids: Biochemical, Nutritional, and Pharmacological Functions offers an in-depth exploration of the vital roles fatty acids play in human health. From their influence on metabolism and immune functions to their potential in disease prevention and treatment, this book covers a wide range of topics. With contributions from leading experts, it examines the latest research on fatty acids in nutrition, emerging plant-based sources, and their pharmacological potential in treating conditions like neurodegenerative diseases and cancer. A must-read for scientists, healthcare professionals, and anyone interested in the transformative impact of fatty acids on human health.
1. Comparative evaluation of fatty acids from natural sources
2. Biological properties of saturated and unsaturated fatty acids: Structure-function properties
3. Biological properties of odd- and even-chain fatty acids
4. Nutritional significance of short-chain fatty acids
5. Fatty acid synthase inhibitors
6. Fatty acids as epigenetic modulators
7. Fatty acids as diseases biomarkers
8. Toxicological evaluation of fatty acids
9. Dietary fatty acids and their functions
10. Halogenated fatty acids and their biological effects
11. Fatty acids with c-c triple bonds and their biological effects
12. Fatty acid extraction and isolation methods
13. Conclusion and future developments
Dr. Meran Keshawa Ediriweera is a lecturer in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka. Dr. Ediriweera has nearly 60 publications in peer-reviewed international journals related to cell biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, pharmacognosy, nanotechnology, bioinformatics, and drug discovery. He has been awarded several prestigious research awards and is ranked among the top 2 percent of scientists from Sri Lanka in 2023 and 2024, according to Stanford University's list of the Worlds Top 2% Scientists.
Somi Kim Cho is a professor in the Department of Biotechnology at Jeju National University, Republic of Korea. Her research focuses on the screening and identification of bioactive compounds found in natural products, followed by mechanistic studies utilizing various bioassays to investigate their potential health benefits. In particular, she is interested in conducting mechanistic research on the anticancer efficacy of compounds derived from food and natural products in cancer cells. Additionally, her work involves identifying differentiated lipid metabolites and investigating lipidomic-related signaling pathways. Professor Cho has published more than 150 research papers related to biochemistry, cell biology, and pharmacognosy in international journals.
