Full Description
Emerging Trends in Cancer Pharmacology: From Molecular Targets to Personalized Medicine provides an essential, current overview of progress in cancer pharmacology. The book explores the latest advancements in understanding cancer's molecular foundations and the innovative therapies designed to target specific biological pathways. Emphasizing major breakthroughs, the book examines how unraveling molecular mechanisms and developing targeted treatments are reshaping cancer care. Furthermore, it discusses the growing influence of personalized medicine, offering insights into how genetic profiles and tumor characteristics guide individualized therapies. Users will find this to be an indispensable reference for professionals in cancer research, pharmacology, oncology, and personalized medicine.
The book also addresses the challenges of drug resistance, recent advances in immunotherapy, and emerging strategies for improving patient quality of life. By presenting case studies, clinical trial outcomes, and future perspectives, the book equips readers with a thorough understanding of the complexities and opportunities present in modern cancer pharmacology.
Contents
1. Understanding Cancer: Molecular Basis and Challenges
2. Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics in Cancer Pharmacology
3. Oncogenes and Tumor Suppressor Genes
4. Signaling Pathways in Cancer
5. Immunotherapy and Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors
6. Biomarkers in Cancer Pharmacology
7. Genomics and Next-Generation Sequencing
8. Pharmacogenomics and Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
9. Targeted Therapies and Small Molecule Inhibitors
10. Nanotechnology in Cancer Pharmacology
11. Epigenetic Modulators in Cancer Therapy
12. Gene Therapy and CRISPR-Cas9 Technology
13. Role of AI in molecular cancer pharmacology
14. Combination Therapies in Cancer
15. Precision Medicine in Pediatric Oncology
16. Precision Medicine in Oral Cancer
17. Clinical Trials in Personalized Cancer Therapy
18. Drug Resistance in Cancer
19. Future Directions and Challenges in Cancer Pharmacology
