February 27 - March 5, 2010 ATP-Binding Cassette (ABC) Proteins: From Multidrug Resistance to Genetic Diseases
Innsbruck, Austria Further information
3rd FEBS Special Meeting on ABC Proteins - ABC2010
ABC2010 will cover all basic and applied aspects of ABC proteins, both in normal and cancer cells, as well as their important roles in genetic diseases as well as drug resistance phenomena in cancer or microbial systems. Leading scientists from all over the world and representatives of major pharmaceutical companies will present and discuss latest news on ABC proteins operating in bacteria, fungi, plants, parasites and humans. We were able to commit numerous leading experts to participate, with many new faces attending as plenary speakers.
Suggested reading: ABC Transporters in Microorganisms

Labels: ABC 2010, ATP Proteins, FEBS conference, multidrug resistance

ABC Transporters in Microorganisms:
Research, Innovation and Value as Targets against Drug Resistance
Editor: Alicia Ponte-Sucre

A skillful selection of topics and a panel of acknowledged experts as authors ensure that this concise volume will be of exceptional importance to everyone involved in DNA superfamily research as well as scientists interested in microbial physiology and multidrug resistance.
This concise volume describes the latest, up-to-date theory, methodology and applications of ABC transporters in microorganisms. The topics include the structure, physiology and evolution of ABC transporters, as well as their special characteristics in specific microorganisms including bacteria, yeast, trypanosomes and malaria parasites. In particular the book describes the most recent research and innovations relative to the role of ABC transporters in the design of strategies to circumvent drug resistance in microorganisms. Each chapter comprises an exhaustive review of the particular topic and provides insights into the future of the field both from the scientific and clinical perspective.
Essential reading for anyone involved in this field and a recommended volume for all microbiology laboratories.

Further reading: ABC Transporters

Labels: ABC Transporters, drug resistance, multidrug resistance