Springer - The ADAM Family of Proteases (Biology and Disease)

Explore the complex world of zinc metalloproteases with The ADAM Family of Proteases. This volume offers the first comprehensive review regarding the roles of ADAMs and the related ADAMTS proteases within biology and disease. While some members of the ADAM (a disintegrin and metalloprotease) family have been recognized for a period, recent advances in genome sequencing have revealed the true scale of this large protein family. This text examines the structural components of these proteins, including their protease and disintegrin domains. It also covers the ADAMTS branch of the family, which features thrombospondin-like motifs. For researchers and students studying molecular biology, this book provides essential insights into how these proteins function and their impact on biological processes. Whether you are investigating genome sequencing developments or specific protein domains, this Springer publication serves as a foundational resource for understanding the ADAM and ADAMTS families.