Mannose Binding Lectin Associated Serine Proteases: Structure, Function and Therapeutic Implications provides a comprehensive overview of MASP-1, MASP-2, and MASP-3, highlighting their roles in immune defense, disease mechanisms, and therapeutic intervention. This book covers the molecular structure and catalytic mechanisms of these key serine proteases, emphasizing their involvement in the lectin pathway of complement activation as well as their emerging functions in coagulation and bradykinin pathways. Chapters detail the biology of animal lectins and collections, classical and alternative complement pathways, and specific biochemical activities of MASP-1, MASP-2, and MASP-3.

Readers will find in-depth discussions on the clinical significance of MASP gene polymorphisms and serum levels, and more. Special focus is given to the application of MASP-2 inhibitors in the management of complications such as hematopoietic stem-cell transplantation-associated thrombotic microangiopathy (HSCT-TMA). This book is an essential resource for researchers in immunology, biochemistry, and molecular medicine, as well as clinicians seeking to advance their understanding of complement biology and the therapeutic potential of targeting the lectin pathway.

• Summarizes the latest research on the structure and function of Mannose Binding Lectin (MBL) associated serine proteases, including MASP-1, MASP-2, and MASP-3
• Explores the roles of MBL-associated serine proteases in the lectin, coagulation, and bradykinin pathways
• Discusses the clinical implications of MASPs, including their correlation with disease states and therapeutic potential
• Provides insights into the design and application of natural and synthetic MASP inhibitors
• Highlights the unique contribution of MASPs to both innate immunity and non-canonical proteolytic pathways