Unlock the Secrets of Non-Canonical Nucleic Acids: Chemistry and Biology Explored

Written by renowned author Naoki Sugimoto, “Chemistry and Biology of Non-canonical Nucleic Acids” is a comprehensive resource that delves into the fascinating world of nucleic acids, situated at the interface of chemistry and biology.

A Authoritative Guide to Non-Canonical Nucleic Acids

This authoritative book provides an in-depth exploration of the chemistry and biology of non-canonical nucleic acids, covering their history, structures, stabilities, properties, and functions. Readers will gain a deeper understanding of the crucial role these compounds play in transcription, translation, regulation, telomeres, helicases, cancers, neurodegenerative diseases, and therapeutic applications, as well as their potential in nanotechnology.

Comprehensive Coverage of Non-Canonical Nucleic Acids

Divided into 15 chapters, this book covers a wide range of topics critical to understanding non-canonical nucleic acids, including:

• The dynamic regulation of biosystems by nucleic acids with non-canonical structures
• The role played by nucleic acid structures in neurodegenerative diseases and various cancers
• The future outlook for the chemistry and biology of non-canonical nucleic acids
• An introduction to the history of canonical and non-canonical structures of nucleic acids
• An analysis of the physicochemical properties of non-canonical nucleic acids

Perfect for biochemists, materials scientists, bioengineers, medicinal chemists, and pharmaceutical chemists, “Chemistry and Biology of Non-canonical Nucleic Acids” is an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to improve their understanding of life processes and the role that non-canonical nucleic acids play in them.

Publisher: Wiley

Publication Date: March 16, 2021

Language: English

ISBN: 9783527345212, 9783527817887