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This volume provides the latest information on the biology and chemistry of polyamines, which play a vital role in normal cellular development and disease. The leading international contributors examine the involvement of polyamines in metabolic regulation, mammalian cell growth anddifferentiation, the role of polyamines in microorganisms and viruses, and the design of polyamine analogues. As a compilation of current research, this volume will prove invaluable for researchers in molecular biology, pharmacology, microbiology, and oncology.