Epigenetics is one of the fastest growing fields of sciences, illuminating studies of human diseases by looking beyond genetic make-up and acknowledging that outside factors play a role in gene expression. The goal of this volume is to highlight those diseases or conditions for which we have advanced knowledge of epigenetic factors such as cancer, autoimmune disorders and aging as well as those that are yielding exciting breakthroughs in epigenetics such as diabetes, neurobiological disorders and cardiovascular disease. Where applicable, attempts are made to not only detail the role of epigenetics in the etiology, progression, diagnosis and prognosis of these diseases, but also novel epigenetic approaches to the treatment of these diseases. Chapters are also presented on human imprinting disorders, respiratory diseases, infectious diseases and gynecological and reproductive diseases. Since epigenetics plays a major role in the aging process, advances in the epigenetics of aging are highly relevant to many age-related human diseases. Therefore, this volume closes with chapters on aging epigenetics and breakthroughs that have been made to delay the aging process through epigenetic approaches. With its translational focus, this book will serve as valuable reference for both basic scientists and clinicians alike.
Comprehensive coverage of fundamental and emergent science and clinical usage
Side-by-side coverage of the basis of epigenetic diseases and their treatments
Evaluation of recent epigenetic clinical breakthroughs
Editorial Reviews
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“This volume constitutes a comprehensive survey of the emerging field of epigenetics in the etiology, progression, diagnosis, prognosis and treatment of human diseases… With its translational focus, this book will serve as valuable reference for both basic scientists and clinicians alike.” –Anticancer Research, Volume 33, Issue no. 5, May 2013
“This book covers a huge range of topics, from early life effects on adult disease to epigenetic changes occurring with aging and senescence. Especially pertinent are the several chapters on epigenetic treatments for disease including drugs, miRNA/siRNA, natural substances and foods. With up to date coverage of an ever expanding field, Epigenetics in Human Disease will be a great resource for clinicians, researchers and students.” —Craig Cooney, Investigator, Research Service, Veteran’s Affairs Medical Center, Little Rock, AR & Affiliate Scientist, Nanotechnology Center, University of Arkansas, Little Rock, AR
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A complete survey of the emerging field of epigenetics in the etiology, progression, diagnosis, prognosis and treatment of a wide range of human diseases
About the Author
Dr. Tollefsbol is a Distinguished Professor at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. He holds doctorates in molecular biology and osteopathic medicine, trained with National Academy of Science members and has over 200 peer-reviewed publications. Reports highlighting the translatability to the lay public of the discoveries made in his laboratory have appeared in international media representing >50 million readers. Dr. Tollefsbol has been featured as an Investigator in the Spotlight by the NIH as well as a Scientist in the Spotlight by ScienceNow. He is an Associate Editor for Frontiers in Genetics, a contributor to Lewin’s GENES classic textbook and Lead Editor for Elsevier’s Translational Epigenetics Series. Dr. Tollefsbol has been named a “Highly Ranked Scholar worldwide (ScholarGPS). He has been invited for numerous endowed keynote presentations, his research has been highlighted in eScience News and ScienceDaily and he has published 20 scholarly books on topics related to his research.
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