Heavy Metal Toxicity and Neurodegeneration

• 1. Biological pathways of heavy metal toxicity
  Mridu Kulwant and Divya Patel
• 2. Mechanisms of neurodegeneration induced by heavy metals
  Prasann Kumar
• 3. Lead toxicity and its impact on cognitive function
  K. Jaisuriyan and Prasann Kumar
• 4. Mercury poisoning: effects on the central nervous system
  Neha Gogia and Prasann Kumar
• 5. Arsenic exposure and neurotoxic effects
  Priyanka Kharel and Prasann Kumar
• 6. Cadmium and its role in neurodegenerative diseases
  Prasann Kumar
• 7. Chromium toxicity: neurological implications
  Manisha Sharma and Prasann Kumar
• 8. Interactions between heavy metals and neuroinflammatory processes
  Debjani Choudhury and Prasann Kumar
• 9. Oxidative stress and heavy metal–induced neuronal damage
  Patan Ruksar and Prasann Kumar
• 10. Genetic susceptibility to heavy metal toxicity
  Prasann Kumar
• 11. The role of glutathione in heavy metal detoxification
  Prasann Kumar
• 12. Heavy metals and Alzheimer’s disease: a review
  Bushra Bashir, Sapna Jarial, Shivalika Sood and Sukriti Vishwas
• 13. Parkinson’s disease and heavy metal exposure
  Amit Raj and Prasann Kumar
• 14. Multiple sclerosis: the impact of heavy metals
  Prabhjot Singh Jassal and Tusha Yadav
• 15. Heavy metals and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
  Amit Raj
• 16. Neurodevelopmental disorders linked to heavy metal exposure
  Mastu Patel
• 17. Childhood exposure to heavy metals and long-term neurodevelopmental effects
  Mastu Patel and Prasann Kumar
• 18. Environmental sources of heavy metals and their impacts on human health
  Monika Sharma and Prasann Kumar
• 19. Biomarkers of heavy metal–induced neurotoxicity: insights into mechanisms and disease impact
  Krupanshi Bharadava, Sanjay Kumar and Radhey Shyam Kaushal
• 20. Diagnostic techniques for heavy metal induced neurotoxicity
  Hirwe Onkar Ramchandra and Prasann Kumar
• 21. Prevention and mitigation strategies for heavy metal exposure
  Makey Sri Chakra Naga Vardhan, Ashok S. Dambale, Prasann Kumar and Nilabja Banerjee
• 22. Therapeutic approaches for heavy metal detoxification
  Prasann Kumar
• 23. Dietary interventions for reducing heavy metal toxicity
  Prasann Kumar and Shipa Rani Dey
• 24. Pharmacological treatments for neurodegeneration due to heavy metals
  Prasann Kumar
• 25. The role of chelation therapy in heavy metal detoxification
  Venkata Suneel Kumar Velugolu and Prasanna Kumar
• 26. Impact of heavy metals on neuroplasticity
  Prasann Kumar and Shipa Rani Dey
• 27. Heavy metal toxicity and psychiatric disorders
  Debjani Choudhury and Prasann Kumar
• 28. Epidemiological studies on heavy metal exposure and neurodegeneration
  Debjani Choudhury and Prasann Kumar
• 29. Regulatory standards and guidelines for heavy metal exposure
  B. Gopika and Prasann Kumar

Heavy Metal Toxicity and Neurodegeneration delves into the intricate relationship between heavy metals and neurodegenerative diseases. It synthesizes and presents the latest research findings, shedding light on the mechanisms by which heavy metals cause neuronal damage and contribute to disease progression. By integrating various perspectives and collating diverse studies, this book serves as an invaluable resource for those seeking to understand the profound impact of heavy metals on neurological health.

In addition to detailing the mechanisms involved, the book highlights the importance of early detection and preventive measures.

It caters to researchers, clinicians, policymakers, and students, offering a comprehensive and accessible overview that bridges the gap between theory and practical application. This scholarly work is poised to inform and guide future research and policy decisions in the field of neurodegenerative disease.

• Key features:
  • Provides a comprehensive overview of how heavy metals interact with biological systems, particularly the nervous system
  • Explains the mechanisms through which metals contribute to neurodegenerative diseases
  • Highlights the public health implications of heavy metal exposure, including its impact on vulnerable populations such as children and older people