This volume investigates the complex role of metal ions within pharmaceutical applications and their biological interactions. Edited by Astrid Sigel, this collection of thirteen articles provides a technical examination of how essential elements are processed by biological systems. The text utilizes chemical research and speciation analysis to argue for a deeper understanding of metal ion intake and uptake in medical contexts.

Experts recognize this series as a long-standing, foundational resource for researchers in bioinorganic chemistry. Readers frequently note the high level of technical density and the specialized nature of the research presented in these volumes.