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Review Article

Bioelectrochemistry, reactive oxygen species, receptors, and cell signaling: how interrelated?

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Pages 1-9 | Received 04 Sep 2009, Accepted 20 Nov 2009, Published online: 22 Feb 2010
 

Abstract

Electrochemistry and cell signaling are widely involved in the operation of biochemical systems. This article discusses the relationship of the two, as well as interconnection with a variety of other aspects, such as free radicals, receptors, and stereochemistry. Both endogenous and exogenous agents are involved. The electrochemistry deals with electrostatics, electron transfer, reduction potentials, as well as involvement in membranes, proteins, and neurotransmission. Application of electrostatics is made to cell signaling involving receptor-ligand action, phosphates, sulfates, metal cations, and miscellaneous others. Apparently, energetics play a significant part. Practical and experimental aspects are also addressed.

Acknowledgements

Ashley Berry, Thelma Chavez, Corey Edwards, Kaylee Gothelf, and Scott McAvoy are acknowledged for editorial assistance.

Declaration of interest

The authors report no conflicts of interest. The authors alone are responsible for the content and writing of the paper.

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