Various data on the structural and thermodynamic characteristics of polynuclear metal clusters containing atoms of aluminum and various d-elements with the general formula AlnMm where (n + m) is 4, 5, or 6, and which can be precursors for the formation of nanoparticles of elemental metals or intermetallic compounds, have been systematized and…[Read more]

Hyaluronan (HA), a major component of the extracellular matrix in vertebrate tissues, provides structural and functional integrity to cells and organs. Biological functions of HA are dependent on the molecular size of HA and the interaction with a wide range of HA-binding proteins, i.e., hyaladherins. In this book chapter, we introduce…[Read more]