HANDBOOK ON REACTIVE OXYGEN SPECIES (ROS)FORMATION MECHANISMS, PHYSIOLOGICAL ROLES AND COMMON HARMFUL EFFECTS

HANDBOOK ON REACTIVE OXYGEN SPECIES (ROS)FORMATION MECHANISMS, PHYSIOLOGICAL ROLES AND COMMON HARMFUL EFFECTS

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Contents

Preface

Chapter 1 Role of Mitochondria in the Generation of Reactive Oxygen Species

Abstract

List of Abbreviations

1. Introduction

2. The Respiratory Chain As a Source of ROS

3. ROS Generation by Other Mitochondrial Systems

4. Role of Electron Mediators on ROS Production in Mitochondria

5. Modulation of ROS Production by the Respiratory Chain

6. Mitochondrial Protecting Mechanisms

7. Mitochondrial ROS and Cell Signalling

8. Oxidative Stress

10. Involvement of Mitochondrial ROS in Pathology

Conclusion

References

Chapter 2 Participation of Reactive Oxygen Species in Formation of Induced Resistances of Plants to Abiotic Stressors

Abstract

1. Introduction

2. Types of ROS in Plant Cells

3. The Cellular Compartments Involved in ROS Formation

4. Basic ROS-generating Enzymatic Systems of Cellular Surface

5. Possible Sensors of ROS-signals in Plant Cells

6. Role of ROS in Development of Plant Resistance to Hyperthermia and Osmotic Shock

7. Induction of Plants Resistance to Abiotic Stressors by Influence of Exogenous Compounds Causing Increase of ROS Content

Conclusion

References

Chapter 3 Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS): Formation, Physiological Roles and Autoimmune Diseases

Abstract

1. Introduction

2. Sources of Free Radicals and Their Scavengers

3. Reactive Oxygen Species in Normal Cellular Processes

4. Oxidative Stress and Systemic Autoimmune Diseases

5. Biomarkers for Oxidative Stress in Autoimmune Diseases

Conclusion

Acknowledgments

References

Chapter 4 Metal Oxide Nanoparticles as a Source for ROS: Their Application in the Fabrication of Antimicrobial Textiles

Abstract

Abbreviations

Sonochemical Synthesis of Nanoparticles

Sonochemical Synthesis and Deposition of Metal Oxide Nanoparticles

Application of Nanotechnology for Production of Active Textiles

Ultrasound Assisted Deposition of Metal Nanooxides (ZnO, CuO, and TiO2) on Textiles

Deposition of Crystalline TiO2 Nanoparticles viaa One-Step Process

Antimicrobial Properties of Metal Oxide NPs as a Function of ROS Production

Conclusion

References

Chapter 5 Reactive Oxygen Species: Potential Double-Edged Sword

Abstract

Introduction

Types of free radicals

Harmful Events Associated with ROS Generation

References

Chapter 6 Photocatalytic Water Purification: Synergistic Effect with Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS)

Abstract

1. Introduction

2. Improvementand Immobilization of Photocatalyst

3. Synergistic Effects of Photocatalysis and Other Methods

4. Effective Design of Photocatalytic Reactor System

Conclusion and Future Directions

Acknowledgments

References

Chapter 7 Oxidative Stress onNeurodegeneration: Implications in Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Diseases

Abstract

1. Oxidative Stress

2. Alzheimer’s Disease

3. Parkinson’s Disease

References

Chapter 8 The Interplay between Reactive Oxygen Species and Gaseous Messenger Molecules in Plant Response to Environmental Stresses

Abstract

1. ROS Generation Is a Common Feature of Plant Response to Environmental Stresses

2. The Cross-talk between ROS and NO

3. The Cross-talk between ROS and CO

4. The Cross-talk between ROS and H2S

Conclusion

Acknowledgment

References

Chapter 9 Reactive Oxygen Species in Non-Invasive Cancer Therapy

Abstract

Photodynamic Therapy

Sonodynamic Therapy

Sensitizers

Distribution of Sensitizers and Mechanisms of Cell Death

Recent Development

Conclusion

References

Chapter 10 Oxidative Stress in the Lungs and Blood Induced by Smoking and Exercise

Abstract

Introduction

Smoking-induced Oxidative Stress

Exercise-induced Oxidative Stressin Cigarette Smokers

References

Chapter 11 Plant Signaling Networks Involving Reactive Oxygen Species and Ca2+

Abstract

1. Introduction

2. Structural Features of NADPH Oxidases in Plants

3. Post-Translational Modifications of Plant NOX Mediated by Ca2+, Phosphorylation, and Lipids

4. Signaling Networks Involving Reactive Oxygen Species and Ca2+ in Plants

Conclusion

References

Chapter 12 Free Radicals and Role of Antioxidant Enzymes on Ionizing Radiation Resistance in Zygophyllum fabago,Phragmites australis, Argusia sibiricaL. and Eleagnus caspica Plants

Abstract

Abbreviations

Introduction

Materials and Methods

Results and Discussion

Conclusion

References

Chapter 13 Reactive Oxygen Species and Wound Healing

Abstract

Introduction

ROS Production during Wound Healing

Antioxidant Mechanisms

Conclusion

References

Chapter 14 Gender Dimorphism in Hepatic Oxidative Stress Induced by Protein Malnutrition during Pregnancy and Childhood

Abstract

Introduction

Conclusion

References

Index