Medicinal applications of coordination chemistry

Chris Jones, John R. Thornback0854045961, 9780854045969

Medicinal Applications of Coordination Chemistry focuses on the role that transition metals play in clinical applications. It begins with a brief historical review and an introduction to the chemistry of d- and f- block metals. Subsequent sections discuss metallodrugs for a number of different applications, the design of new drugs and the relationship between structure and function. The book includes examples of real life applications.