2-Deoxy-D-Glucose: Chemistry and Biology

By Raman Singh

2-Deoxy-D-Glucose: Chemistry and Biology extensively examine 2-deoxy-D-glucose (2DG), a glucose analog with profound biomedical and therapeutic potential. This detailed resource covers 2DG's chemical structure, methods of synthesis, and its pivotal roles in diagnostics and therapeutics. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the compound's multifaceted uses, from antiviral applications to its emerging role in cancer treatment.

Key Features:
- Comprehensive coverage of 2DG synthesis, structure, and characterization.
- Insights into 2DG's diagnostic and therapeutic potential, including cancer and antiviral applications.
- Exploration of its role in the Warburg effect and glycosylation inhibition.
- Discussion on 2DG's clinical applications, including COVID-19 treatments.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9815305174
• ISBN13: 9789815305173
• Release Date: November 2024
• Publisher: Bentham Science Publishers
• Length: 268 Pages
• Weight: 1.43 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 7.0" x 10.0"