Biosurfactants as Anticancer Agents: Glycolipids Affect Skin Cells in a Differential Manner Dependent on Chemical Structure

• Principais autores: Simms A. Adu (Autor), Matthew S. Twigg (Autor), Patrick J. Naughton (Autor), Roger Marchant (Autor), Ibrahim M. Banat (Autor)
• Formato: Livro
• Publicado em: MDPI AG, 2022-02-01T00:00:00Z.
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Melanomas account for 80% of skin cancer deaths. Due to the strong relationship between melanomas and U.V. radiation, sunscreens have been recommended for use as a primary preventative measure. However, there is a need for targeted, less invasive treatment strategies. Glycolipids such as sophorolipi...