Chirality in Natural and Applied Science

Particularly relevant to molecular biologists and pharmaceutical, natural product, organic, analytical, and biochemists, Chirality in Natural and Applied Science provides a practical overview of the chemical significance of chirality. World-class scientists who have played influential roles in chirality research describe our current understanding of chirality and discuss its impact on modern chemistry and molecular science. They explore the origins of chirality, its natural occurrence on a variety of scales, and its applications in research and industry. Bringing together the insights and experience of experts, this book helps ensure an understanding of chirality, its importance, and its potential.