Biology of Fatty Acids
Biochemical, Nutritional and Pharmacological Functions
- 1st Edition - October 17, 2025
- Editors: E. P. Meran Keshawa, Somi Kim Cho
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 3 3 2 9 6 - 8
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 3 3 2 9 7 - 5
Biology of Fatty Acids: Biochemical, Nutritional, and Pharmacological Functions offers an in-depth exploration of the vital roles fatty acids play in human health. From their… Read more
Biology of Fatty Acids: Biochemical, Nutritional, and Pharmacological Functions offers an in-depth exploration of the vital roles fatty acids play in human health. From their influence on metabolism and immune functions to their potential in disease prevention and treatment, this book covers a wide range of topics. With contributions from leading experts, it examines the latest research on fatty acids in nutrition, emerging plant-based sources, and their pharmacological potential in treating conditions like neurodegenerative diseases and cancer. A must-read for scientists, healthcare professionals, and anyone interested in the transformative impact of fatty acids on human health.
- An overview of the role of fatty acids in health and disease.
- Insights into the role of fatty acids in biochemistry, nutrition and pharmacology.
- Exploration of emerging plant-based sources of fatty acids and extraction techniques.
- The potential of fatty acids in disease treatment and their role as biomarkers.
Students and researchers involved in fatty acid biology, such as molecular biologists, biochemists and nutritionists
Introduction
1. Role of Rice Lipids/Oil in Human Nutrition and Health: Special Reference to Sri Lankan Rice
Madara Samaranayake, Kanchana Abeysekera, Ilmi Hewajulige, Ranjith Mahanama, Hewa Somasiri,
2. Fatty acids in unexploited plant sources, their uses and health benefits
Piumi De Abrew Abeysundara, Chalani Akmeemana, Dulani Somendrika
3. Fatty acids in different diets and their functions
Hiroshika Kodithuwakku, Piumi De Abrew Abeysundara, Mihiri Munasinghe
4. Anti-inflammatory and Immune Functions of Fatty Acids
Fatih Ozogul
5. Nutritional significance of short-chain fatty acids
Fatih Ozogul
6. An overview of the biological and nutritional significance of short-chain fatty acids.
Shilpa Shetty
7. Unlocking the Potential of Short-Chained Fatty Acids Derived from Dietary Fiber as Key Nutritional Regulators.Nutritional Significance of Short-Chain Fatty Acids.
Mohan Rana, Gaurav Bhatt, Bimal K Chetri, Tanka Maya Karki Nanu, Anita Rai
8. Innovative Technologies for Lipid Extraction
Fabrice Bruno Siewe
9. Fatty acid extraction and isolation methods
Andrew Mtewa
10. Dietary Fatty Acids Regulate Mitochondrial Function
Pujun Xie
11. Fatty acids as diseases biomarkers
Ambika Binesh, Kaliyamurthi Venkatachalam, Anusha Prasannan, Sisira Joy
12. Exploring Short-Chain Fatty Acids: Sources, Metabolism, and Immunomodulatory Roles
Amit Ranjan, Ambika Binesh, Kaliyamurthi Venkatachalam, Pandi Kalaiselvan
13. Toxicological Evaluation of Fatty Acids
Muhammad Zia-Ul-Haq
14. Fatty acids in natural sources
Sidonia Martínez Suárez
15. An overview of conjugated and unconjugated fatty acids and their biological impacts
Syed Tufail Sherazi, Zahid Hussain, Abdul Kori, Sarfaraz Mahesar
16. Comparative Evaluation of Fatty Acids from Natural Sources
Fabrice Herve Njike Ngamga, Fabrice Fabien Dongho Dongmo, Aymar Rodrigue Fogang Mba, Sammuel Raymond Tchabong, Fideline Tchuenbou-Magaia, Rebecca Etame, Modeste Sameza
17. Dietary Fatty Acids and Their Functions
Fabrice Fabien Dongho Dongmo, Fabrice Herve Njike Ngamga, Aymar Rodrigue FOGANG MBA, Sammuel Raymond Tchabong, Fideline Tchuenbou-Magaia, Rebecca Etame, Rosalie Annie Ngono Ngane
18. Techniques in Fatty Acid Isolation: Methods, Applications, and Sustainable Practices
Aymar Rodrigue Fogang Mba, Fabrice Fabien Dongho Dongmo, Fabrice Herve Njike Ngamga, Ronice Zokou, Fideline Tchuenbou-Magaia, Rebecca Etame, Inocent Gouado
19. Fatty acids metabolism crisis in Parkinson’s Disease
Ratnasekhar Ch
20. Recent Advances in Developing FASN inhibitors for Anticancer therapy
Sajeli Begum
1. Role of Rice Lipids/Oil in Human Nutrition and Health: Special Reference to Sri Lankan Rice
Madara Samaranayake, Kanchana Abeysekera, Ilmi Hewajulige, Ranjith Mahanama, Hewa Somasiri,
2. Fatty acids in unexploited plant sources, their uses and health benefits
Piumi De Abrew Abeysundara, Chalani Akmeemana, Dulani Somendrika
3. Fatty acids in different diets and their functions
Hiroshika Kodithuwakku, Piumi De Abrew Abeysundara, Mihiri Munasinghe
4. Anti-inflammatory and Immune Functions of Fatty Acids
Fatih Ozogul
5. Nutritional significance of short-chain fatty acids
Fatih Ozogul
6. An overview of the biological and nutritional significance of short-chain fatty acids.
Shilpa Shetty
7. Unlocking the Potential of Short-Chained Fatty Acids Derived from Dietary Fiber as Key Nutritional Regulators.Nutritional Significance of Short-Chain Fatty Acids.
Mohan Rana, Gaurav Bhatt, Bimal K Chetri, Tanka Maya Karki Nanu, Anita Rai
8. Innovative Technologies for Lipid Extraction
Fabrice Bruno Siewe
9. Fatty acid extraction and isolation methods
Andrew Mtewa
10. Dietary Fatty Acids Regulate Mitochondrial Function
Pujun Xie
11. Fatty acids as diseases biomarkers
Ambika Binesh, Kaliyamurthi Venkatachalam, Anusha Prasannan, Sisira Joy
12. Exploring Short-Chain Fatty Acids: Sources, Metabolism, and Immunomodulatory Roles
Amit Ranjan, Ambika Binesh, Kaliyamurthi Venkatachalam, Pandi Kalaiselvan
13. Toxicological Evaluation of Fatty Acids
Muhammad Zia-Ul-Haq
14. Fatty acids in natural sources
Sidonia Martínez Suárez
15. An overview of conjugated and unconjugated fatty acids and their biological impacts
Syed Tufail Sherazi, Zahid Hussain, Abdul Kori, Sarfaraz Mahesar
16. Comparative Evaluation of Fatty Acids from Natural Sources
Fabrice Herve Njike Ngamga, Fabrice Fabien Dongho Dongmo, Aymar Rodrigue Fogang Mba, Sammuel Raymond Tchabong, Fideline Tchuenbou-Magaia, Rebecca Etame, Modeste Sameza
17. Dietary Fatty Acids and Their Functions
Fabrice Fabien Dongho Dongmo, Fabrice Herve Njike Ngamga, Aymar Rodrigue FOGANG MBA, Sammuel Raymond Tchabong, Fideline Tchuenbou-Magaia, Rebecca Etame, Rosalie Annie Ngono Ngane
18. Techniques in Fatty Acid Isolation: Methods, Applications, and Sustainable Practices
Aymar Rodrigue Fogang Mba, Fabrice Fabien Dongho Dongmo, Fabrice Herve Njike Ngamga, Ronice Zokou, Fideline Tchuenbou-Magaia, Rebecca Etame, Inocent Gouado
19. Fatty acids metabolism crisis in Parkinson’s Disease
Ratnasekhar Ch
20. Recent Advances in Developing FASN inhibitors for Anticancer therapy
Sajeli Begum
- Edition: 1
- Published: October 17, 2025
- Language: English
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E. P. Meran Keshawa
Dr. Meran Keshawa Ediriweera is a lecturer in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka. Dr. Ediriweera has nearly 60 publications in peer-reviewed international journals related to cell biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, pharmacognosy, nanotechnology, bioinformatics, and drug discovery. He has been awarded several prestigious research awards and is ranked among the top 2 percent of scientists from Sri Lanka in 2023 and 2024, according to Stanford University's list of the World’s Top 2% Scientists.
Affiliations and expertise
Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Faculty of Medicine, University of ColomboSC
Somi Kim Cho
Somi Kim Cho is a professor in the Department of Biotechnology at Jeju National University, Republic of Korea. Her research focuses on the screening and identification of bioactive compounds found in natural products, followed by mechanistic studies utilizing various bioassays to investigate their potential health benefits. In particular, she is interested in conducting mechanistic research on the anticancer efficacy of compounds derived from food and natural products in cancer cells. Additionally, her work involves identifying differentiated lipid metabolites and investigating lipidomic-related signaling pathways. Professor Cho has published more than 150 research papers related to biochemistry, cell biology, and pharmacognosy in international journals.
Affiliations and expertise
Department of Biotechnology, Jeju National University, Republic of Korea