Download or read book Catalytic Antibodies written by Sudhir Paul and published by Karger Medical and Scientific Publishers. This book was released on 2000-01-01 with total page 172 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume addresses fundamental questions concerning the immunological genesis of the catalytic activity in antibodies, its relationship with classical antigen binding activity, and the biochemical mechanisms involved in catalysis. The contents reflect three main challenges in the field, i.e. to delineate the biological functions of catalytic antibodies in autoimmune disease; to isolate therapy-grade antibody catalysts with sufficient specificity and turnover to permit rapid removal of microbial and tumor antigens; and to develop immunogens that recruit immature catalyst-producing B cells into the clonal selection pathway and induce adaptive improvements of the catalytic function. Well-edited and up-to-date, this book reviews the current knowledge in the field and explores ways by which natural and engineered catalytic activities can be harnessed for medical applications. It should therefore be of special interest to immunologists, biochemists, biotechnologists, rheumatologists and pathologists.
Download or read book Catalytic Antibodies written by Ehud Keinan and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2006-03-06 with total page 616 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Exploiting the inherent combinatorial mechanism in the biosynthesis of antibodies, an almost limitless variety of biocatalysts may be generated. Catalytic antibodies are capable of performing almost any type of reaction with high selectivity and stereospecificity. Here, the pioneers in the use of catalytic antibodies review the entire scope of this interdisciplinary field, covering such topics as: * theoretical aspects of structure, mechanism and kinetics * practical considerations, from immunization techniques to screening methods * in vitro evolution and other modern approaches * applications from organic synthesis to medical uses. Backed by the leading authorities in antibody catalysis, this is the first book to provide such comprehensive coverage and constitutes a prime reference for biochemists, organic chemists, biotechnologists and biomedical researchers.
Download or read book Designing Antibodies written by Ruth Mayforth and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2012-12-02 with total page 217 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Designing Antibodies provides a compilation of research in the design of antibodies. It describes the techniques used in antibody design, the kinds of antibodies generated through modern techniques, and their applications in medicine and science. The book begins with an overview of the humoral immune system and of antibody structure, function, and biosynthesis, which sets the stage for the subsequent discussions of developments in antibody technology. The remaining chapters discuss the making of monoclonal antibodies; the design of antibodies for human therapy; the connection of antibodies (either chemically or genetically) to other potentially therapeutic effector molecules such as toxins, enzymes, or even an antibody of another specificity; idiotypes and anti-idiotypic antibodies; and the ability of antibodies to functionally mimic enzymes and mediate catalysis. It is hoped that, in addition to illustrating the progress of research in antibody design, the various creative and innovative approaches reviewed in this book will be modified or will stimulate new ideas that will spur the research and application of designer antibodies.
Download or read book Catalytic Antibodies written by and published by . This book was released on 1991 with total page 259 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Molecularly Imprinted Catalysts written by Songjun Li and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2015-09-30 with total page 312 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Molecularly Imprinted Catalysts: Principle, Synthesis, and Applications is the first book of its kind to provide an in-depth overview of molecularly imprinted catalysts and selective catalysis, including technical details, principles of selective catalysis, preparation processes, the catalytically active polymers themselves, and important progress made in this field. It serves as an important reference for scientists, students, and researchers who are working in the areas of molecular imprinting, catalysis, molecular recognition, materials science, biotechnology, and nanotechnology. Comprising a diverse group of experts from prestigious universities and industries across the world, the contributors to this book provide access to the latest knowledge and eye-catching achievements in the field, and an understanding of what progress has been made and to what extent it is being advanced in industry. The first book in the field on molecularly imprinted catalysts (MIPs) Provides a systematic background to selective catalysis, especially the basic concepts and key principles of the different MIP-based catalysts Features state-of-the art presentation of preparation methods and applications of MIPs Written by scientists from prestigious universities and industries across the world, and edited by veteran researchers in molecular imprinting and selective catalysis
Download or read book Catalytic Antibodies written by Derek J. Chadwick and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2008-04-30 with total page 270 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Contains the presentations and discussions that took place during a symposium at the CIBA Foundation on October 1-3, 1990 on the subject of catalytic antibodies. The recognition that monoclonal antibodies can possess catalytic activity is a recent advance with profound ramifications for chemistry. In addition to their potential commercial applications as catalysts for reactions, for which there are no known enzymes, antibodies promise to provide valuable insight into the detailed mechanisms of biological catalysis and organic chemistry.
Download or read book The Production of Antibodies written by Frank Macfarlane Burnet and published by . This book was released on 1949 with total page 142 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Catalytic Antibodies written by Jeffrey William Jacobs and published by . This book was released on 1990 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Wiley Encyclopedia of Chemical Biology Volume 2 written by Tadhg P. Begley and published by Wiley-Blackwell. This book was released on 2009-02-03 with total page 820 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first major reference at the interface of chemistry, biology, and medicine Chemical biology is a rapidly developing field that uses the principles, tools, and language of chemistry to answer important questions in the life sciences. It has enabled researchers to gather critical information about the molecular biology of the cell and is the fundamental science of drug discovery, playing a key role in the development of novel agents for the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of disease. Now students and researchers across the range of disciplines that use chemical biology techniques have a single resource that encapsulates what is known in the field. It is an excellent place to begin any chemical biology investigation. Major topics addressed in the encyclopedia include: Applications of chemical biology Biomolecules within the cell Chemical views of biology Chemistry of biological processes and systems Synthetic molecules as tools for chemical biology Technologies and techniques in chemical biology Some 300 articles range from pure basic research to areas that have immediate applications in fields such as drug discovery, sensor technology, and catalysis. Novices in the field can turn to articles that introduce them to the basics, whereas experienced researchers have access to articles exploring the cutting edge of the science. Each article ends with a list of references to facilitate further investigation. With contributions from leading researchers and pioneers in the field, the Wiley Encyclopedia of Chemical Biology builds on Wiley's unparalleled reputation for helping students and researchers understand the crucial role of chemistry and chemical techniques in the life sciences.
Download or read book Biocatalysis written by Peter Grunwald and published by Imperial College Press. This book was released on 2009 with total page 1052 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book covers the fundamentals of the field of biocatalysis that are not treated in such detail (or even not at all) in existing biocatalysis books or biochemistry textbooks. It of course does not substitute existing biochemistry textbooks but will serve a suitable supplement as it discusses biochemical fundamentals in connection with the respective topics.With focus on the interdisciplinary nature of biocatalysis, the book contains many aspects of fundamental organic chemistry and some of inorganic chemistry as well, which should make it interesting not only for biochemistry but also for chemistry students. An important theme being emphasized in the book is that applied biocatalysis is one of the main prerequisites for a sustainable development.The topics covered ranges from basic enzyme chemistry (biosynthesis, structure, properties, interaction forces, kinetics) to a detailed description of catalytic mechanisms. It covers the fundamentals of the different enzyme classes together with their applications in native and in immobilized state or in the form of whole cells in aqueous as well as non-conventional media. Topics such as catalytic antibodies, nucleic acid catalysts, non-ribosomal peptide synthesis, evolutionary methods, and the design of cells are also included.
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Download or read book Catalytic Antibodies written by David Young Jackson and published by . This book was released on 1992 with total page 568 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book New Directions in Catalytic Antibodies written by Grace Reiko Nakayama and published by . This book was released on 1991 with total page 614 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Catalytic Antibodies written by John Reed Jacobsen and published by . This book was released on 1995 with total page 604 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book New Routes of Catalytic Antibodies written by Kevan Michael Shokat and published by . This book was released on 1991 with total page 572 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book New Approaches to Catalytic Antibodies written by Scott Jeffrey Pollack and published by . This book was released on 1990 with total page 640 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Structural Studies of Catalytic Antibodies written by Matthew Richard Haynes and published by . This book was released on 1995 with total page 298 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Crystal structures of a catalytic antibody (1F7) with chorismate mutase activity have been determined by molecular replacement methods. The three structures include the unliganded 1F7 Fab' fragment, the Fab' complex with a transition state analog, and the Fab' complex with the reaction product (prephenate). The structural data suggest that the antibody stabilizes the same conformationally restricted, polarized transition state that occurs in the uncatalyzed reaction. The overall shape and charge complementarity between the combining site and the transition state analog appears to dictate preferential binding of the correct substrate enantiomer [(-)-chorismate] in a conformation appropriate for reaction. Comparison with the structures of bacterial chorismate mutase enzymes indicates an overall similarity between the catalytic mechanisms employed by the antibody and the enzymes. The smaller number of interactions available for constraining the conformation of the flexible substrate, and the lack of multiple electrostatic interactions that might stabilize charge separation in the dipolar transition state, are likely to account for the observed 104-fold lower activity of the antibody relative to the natural enzymes that catalyze this reaction. The structural features of the antibody correspond closely to the chemical nature of the transition state analog, which was intended primarily to elicit a template-like binding site that would favor the geometry of the transition state.
