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  • Electrochemical Sensors and Biosensors for Food Safety

    Fundamentals, Nanomaterials, and Real-World Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • J. Tharini + 1 more
    • English
    Electrochemical Sensors and Biosensors for Food Safety: Fundamentals, Nanomaterials, and Real-World Applications is a vital resource addressing the urgent need for highly sensitive detection of organic, inorganic, and biological pollutants in food and water. Detecting hazardous molecules at nanomolar levels is crucial for ensuring public health and food safety, yet current methods often lack the sensitivity and specificity required for early detection. This book explores how advanced nanomaterials and flexible substrate matrices enhance the performance of electrochemical sensors, providing accurate, rapid, and cost-effective solutions for detecting contaminants in complex samples. The book covers essential topics, including the fundamentals of electrochemical sensing, nanocomposite synthesis, computational modeling, fabrication of flexible electrodes, and integration with artificial intelligence and IoT technologies. It discusses applications in detecting pesticides, heavy metals, veterinary drugs, food additives, and microbial pathogens, as well as the regulatory frameworks governing their use. Case studies and future directions highlight the potential for developing smart, reusable sensors that can be implemented in real-world food safety monitoring systems.Electrochemi... Sensors and Biosensors for Food Safety: Fundamentals, Nanomaterials, and Real-World Applications serves as an indispensable guide for researchers, industry professionals, and policymakers committed to advancing food safety technologies, protecting public health, and promoting innovative solutions for sustainable food systems.
  • Digital Psychiatry

    Case Studies from Patient-Driven Innovations
    • 1st Edition
    • Luis Sandoval + 2 more
    • English
    Digital Psychiatry: Case Studies of Patient-Driven Innovations illustrates the clinical perspective of using technology to improve mental health of patients. Over the past two decades, technology has begun to play an important role in medicine. The synergy of technology and psychiatry, now called telepsychiatry or digital psychiatry, has helped increase treatment access, training, and dissemination while reducing cost and stigma associated with mental health disorders. Most of what is known today in telepsychiatry is based on scientific research such as pilot studies, clinical trials and meta-analyses, which have been conducted in hospital and/or academic settings. These studies only tell one side of the story, that of the scientists, doctors, clinicians, and professors without taking into account the experience of the patients. This reference examines a series of clinical cases to showcase how modified technological devices such as video games, apps, movies, and online videos can treat psychiatric conditions. This book is a prime resource for researchers and clinicians who are trying to understand how to incorporate technology into treatment options for patients.
  • Research Methods

    Principles in Practice
    • 1st Edition
    • Samy A. Azer
    • English
    Research Methods: Principles in Practice provides undergraduate research students, novice researchers, and instructors with engaging approaches to understanding research and how to apply and use different research methods. The book helps students develop skills in conducting literature searches, reading literature, designing research projects, selecting research methods, collecting data, interpreting findings, and writing research reports. Topics covered include research philosophy; study design; developing research questions; the use of theories in research; research ethics; qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods research; social media research; and writing a research report. The book provides practical activities, model answers at the end of each chapter, and further reading, enabling students to gain a deeper understanding of research methods and to master their application.
  • The Science of Learning and Behavior

    Selected by Experience
    • 1st Edition
    • Brady J. Phelps + 1 more
    • English
    The Science of Learning and Behavior: Shaped by Experience is a basis for substantive learning in the science of behavior change, and the principles of learning and behavior applied to both animal and human behavior. It is often considered an error to generalize characteristics from people to animals, or vice versa, but one must grasp that the principles of learning are demonstrated to generalize from simpler organisms to the complexity of humans. The principles of learning and behavior can and have been applied to substance abuse, adult anxiety and depression, and anti-social behavior, amongst other problems of living. This is reflected in the chapters here, beginning by laying the foundation from a philosophical and scientific perspective and transitioning into the components of the 4-part contingency, with emphasis on the scientific foundation and conceptualized as the basic building blocks of behavior. The richness to expression of behavior through empirical research on processes such as partial reinforcement, simultaneously available contingencies, and complex stimulus control are discussed, before concluding with chapters that synthesize the principles to explain concepts typically encountered by undergraduate psychology or special education students (language, social behavior, cognition, and mental health).
  • Deep Learning Approaches for Healthcare Data Analysis and Decision Making

    • 1st Edition
    • Ashish Bagwari + 5 more
    • English
    Deep Learning Approaches for Healthcare Data Analysis and Decision Making demystifies complex data-driven technologies, providing a clear framework for integrating advanced analytics into healthcare practices. With a focus on practical applications, the authors present a comprehensive digital transformation methodology that empowers readers to tackle the multifaceted challenges of healthcare data management. By leveraging deep learning techniques, readers will learn to analyze vast datasets, identify critical patterns, and develop predictive models that enhance diagnosis and treatment strategies while ensuring compliance with stringent data regulations. The book also addresses the pressing need for ethical AI practices, emphasizing patient privacy and data security.Real-world case studies illustrate how to implement personalized healthcare solutions and foster interdisciplinary collaboration, breaking down silos in knowledge and practice. Moreover, it explores innovative business models for sustainable AI integration, offering actionable insights for healthcare providers. This resource equips professionals with the tools to drive innovation, improve patient outcomes, and navigate the complexities of digital transformation in healthcare, making it a must-read for anyone at the intersection of technology and healthcare.
  • Artificial Intelligence in Point-of-Care Nanobiosensors Technology

    Enhancing Disease Diagnostics and Improved Healthcare Outcomes
    • 1st Edition
    • Tharmaraj Vairaperumal + 2 more
    • English
    Artificial Intelligence in Point-of-Care Nanobiosensors Technology: Enhancing Disease Diagnostics and Improved Healthcare Outcomes delves into the revolutionary integration of artificial intelligence (AI) with nanobiosensors to elevate point-of-care (POC) diagnostics for both communicable and non-communicable diseases. Readers will find insightful chapters covering topics ranging from foundational AI and machine learning techniques to specific applications in cardiovascular disease, diabetes, cancer, chronic respiratory ailments, and infectious diseases. Each chapter not only highlights recent breakthroughs in nanobiosensors but also emphasizes the pivotal role of AI in enhancing diagnostic accuracy and facilitating personalized health interventions. Additional discussions around regulatory considerations and the future landscape of AI in biomedical research make this an essential read for those navigating this rapidly evolving field. This book primarily targets researchers and professionals engaged in the interdisciplinary realms of AI, nanomaterials, and biomedical sciences. By providing a critical understanding of emerging AI-based diagnostic technologies and their applications in POC settings, this book fosters collaboration across diverse scientific domains.
  • Brain Point-of-Care Ultrasound

    Practical Guide and Protocols
    • 1st Edition
    • Camilo N. Rodríguez + 6 more
    • English
    Brain Point-of-Care Ultrasound: Practical Guide and Protocols explores brain hemodynamics and parenchyma examination, providing an orderly and protocolized approach that facilitates individualized clinical decisions with ease. Covering ultrasound configuration, in-depth anatomical knowledge, and advanced parameters, this guide aims to integrate brain ultrasound seamlessly into the Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) modality, addressing the critical need for comprehensive patient assessment. From basic principles to specialized clinical situations, each section of this guide is meticulously crafted to empower practitioners with practical insights. Chapters explore Doppler spectral wave interpretation, angle correction nuances, autoregulation dynamics, and non-invasive pressure estimations, among others, thus enabling precise monitoring and targeted decision-making. With a focus on integration across disciplines and specialties, this book bridges the gap between classical pathology and contemporary practice, positioning brain ultrasound as a pivotal tool in the armamentarium of modern critical care.
  • Autophagy and Neurodegeneration

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 409
    • English
  • Dietary Fiber

    Extraction, Properties and Modifications for Food Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Tabli Ghosh + 1 more
    • English
    Dietary Fiber: Extraction, Properties and Modifications for Food Applications is an essential resource for food scientists and researchers seeking to understand the full potential of dietary fiber in the food industry. The book highlights fiber's various sources and critical health benefits, including detailed discussions on extraction techniques, characterization, and functional properties, equipping readers with the knowledge needed to innovate and enhance food formulations. Sections explore advanced topics such as nano and microencapsulation techniques that enhance fiber stability and bioavailability and the role of dietary fiber in gut health, microbiome modulation, and broader health implications.As the demand for healthier, functional foods grow, this book addresses the challenges of modifying dietary fiber to improve its solubility, viscosity, and stability through an array of physical, biological, chemical, and alternative methods. Readers will walk away with the knowledge needed to tailor dietary fiber for specific applications in functional food products and precision nutrition for better health outcomes.
  • Genome Editing and Human Health

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 157
    • English