Bentham Science has published a book that focuses on mycosporine-like amino acids (MAAs). These amino acids have the ability to absorb ultraviolet rays, which makes them a popular ingredient in sunscreens and cosmetics. They also have many other beneficial properties, which makes them attractive to the pharmaceutical and food industries. They are used in a variety of products, such as sunscreens, cosmetics, and even pharmaceuticals and functional foods. To give an example, think of a sunscreen that you might use at the beach. MAAs are one of the active ingredients that help protect your skin from the sun's harmful rays. They work by absorbing the UV radiation and preventing it from penetrating the skin. This helps to reduce the risk of skin damage, including sunburn, premature ageing, and skin cancer.
This book provides an in-depth understanding of the molecular structures, activities, and applications of MAAs. It's aimed at undergraduate and graduate students in applied sciences, as well as researchers in pharmaceutical chemistry and cosmetics. The book includes 11 structured chapters covering the biochemistry of MAAs, introducing readers to biochemical and synthetic pathways of MAAs, and presenting information on many bioactive properties of MAAs, including hepatoprotective, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-collagenase effects. Additionally, the book offers simple and clear explanations for learners, academic and scholarly references for advanced readers, and illustrated appendices.
Learn more about the new book here: https://bit.ly/3Nt2O8h