Formation and Structure of Human Hair

This volume gives insight into the molecular and cellular basis of the complex mode of hair formation and degeneration, its growth and protective role. Attention is focused on the cytoskeleton, the keratinization process, cell-cell adhesion and communication, pigmentation, morphology and histochemistry, all of which are vital for the stability or the cosmetic treatment of human hair. Furthermore, the molecular basis of diseases is described, to assist in treatment and possibly genetic counselling services.
The contributions present an excellent state-of-the-art report and will be of great interest to scientists in research and industry seeking to fully understand this complex biological system.

Dettagli sul prodotto

• Con la collaborazione di: Jolles (Editore), Zahn (Editore)
• Editore: Springer, Basel
• Lingue: Inglese
• Formato: Copertina rigida
• Pubblicazione: 12.04.2001
• EAN: 9783764351199
• ISBN: 978-3-7643-5119-9
• Pagine: 261
• Peso: 748 g
• Illustrazioni: w. figs.
• Serie: EXS, Experientia Supplementum; EXS, Experientia Supplementum
• Categoria: Scienze naturali, medicina, informatica, tecnica > Biologia > Biochimica, biofisica