Melatonin: A Ubiquitous Pleiotropic Molecule

Melatonin: A Ubiquitous Pleiotropic Molecule equips researchers with an understanding of the molecular biology of melatonin in plants. The book explores the occurrence of melatonin in several plant species, covering key aspects, including its biosynthesis, physiological function in plant growth and development, and signaling pathways. It then discusses the benefits melatonin has for plant and agricultural development, as well as how it can be utilized as a therapeutic in the treatment of human diseases. The role it can play in the oxidative stress response and circadian rhythm modulation are covered, as well as its nutraceutical potential for human health. The book also covers the importance of melatonin in a range of fields, including drug discovery and disease resistance, agriculture, botany, and biotechnology, and is an ideal reference for researchers across these disciplines. Explores the role of melatonin as a signaling agent in a range of biological responses in plantsProvides an interdisciplinary study of melatonin and its potential uses, including disease treatment, nutraceutical development, and crop improvementInvestigates the therapeutic potential of melatonin in clinical settings, including for Covid-19Includes metabolomic profiling techniques of melatonin INDICE: Section I: Phyto-Melatonin in Plant System 1. Phyto-Melatonin occurrence, biosynthesis, and regulation2. Phyto-Melatonin receptors and their intricate interactions with proteins3. Melatonin: A positive regulator of plant growth and development4. Phytomelatonin: Plant immunity and plant microbial interactions5. Exogenous application of melatonin in plants under stressful conditions6. Antioxidant potential of Phytomelatonin7. Phytomelatonin crosstalk with plant growth regulators8. Multidimensional role of PhytomelatoninSection II. Melatonin in the Human System9. Physiological functions of melatonin10. Therapeutic and pharmacological potential of melatonin11. Melatonin and immune modulation12. Neuroendocrine role of melatonin13. Melatonin and its derivatives: The potential roles as anti-cancer agents14. Melatonin in cancer research and treatment: From bench to bedsideSection III. Melatonin: The multitasking hormone15. Melatonin in oxidative stress management16. Melatonin and sleep17. Melatonin signaling and drug-receptor interaction18. Nutraceutical potential of melatonin on human health19. The impact of melatonin on maternal and fetal health during pregnancy

• ISBN: 978-0-443-13814-0
• Editorial: Academic Press
• Encuadernacion: Rústica
• Páginas: 300
• Fecha Publicación: 01/08/2024
• Nº Volúmenes: 1
• Idioma: Inglés