Description
Reactive oxygen species (ROS) are highly reactive molecules that play a crucial role in human health, influencing a wide range of physiological processes. While ROS are essential for normal cellular functions, such as signaling, immune responses, and metabolism, their accumulation or imbalance can lead to oxidative stress, which is implicated in numerous diseases. Overproduction of ROS is associated with conditions like cardiovascular disease, cancer, neurodegenerative disorders, and diabetes. Conversely, a controlled production of ROS is vital for maintaining health and regulating cell signaling pathways. Understanding the delicate balance between ROS generation and detoxification is key to developing strategies for preventing and managing oxidative stress-related diseases, highlighting the complex role of ROS in both promoting health and contributing to disease.
The Role of Reactive Oxygen Species in Human Health and Disease explores the role of ROS in human health and disease, shedding light on the often overlooked yet significant impact of ROS on health dynamics. It examines the pivotal role of reactive oxygen species in various physiological processes. This book covers topics such as medical diseases, oxidative stress, and precision medicine, and is a useful resource for medical professionals, healthcare workers, engineers, scientists, academicians, and researchers.
Author's/Editor's Biography
Pranav Prabhakar (Ed.)
Dr. Pranav Kumar Prabhakar is a Professor and Head of the Department of Biotechnology at Nagaland University, Kohima, India. He earned his PhD in Biotechnology from the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras. Dr. Prabhakar is internationally recognized for his contributions to biomedical and biotechnological research and has been consistently listed among the World’s Top 2% Scientists by Stanford University, USA, for five consecutive years (2021–2025). His research primarily focuses on elucidating molecular mechanisms underlying metabolic disorders, particularly diabetes, and developing innovative strategies for oral insulin delivery. He has also made significant contributions to understanding signaling pathways using natural product–based interventions, advancing the scientific community’s knowledge in therapeutic approaches for chronic diseases. Dr. Prabhakar is an active member of the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) and the Asia-Pacific Chemical, Biological & Environmental Engineering Society (APCBEES). In addition to his research achievements, he serves on the editorial boards of several reputable international journals and is a regular reviewer for high-impact publications across biotechnology, pharmacology, and biomedical sciences. Over the course of his career, he has authored or edited 22 books, published over 150 research articles, contributed more than 40 book chapters, and presented his work through various oral and poster presentations.