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  • Structural Biology of Ubiquitination

    From Mechanisms to Interventions
    • 1st Edition
    • Navaneet Chaturvedi + 1 more
    • English
    Structural Biology of Ubiquitination: From Mechanisms to Interventions provides an in-depth exploration of the structural and biophysical principles governing ubiquitination and their implications in diseases such as cancer and neurodegeneration. The book seamlessly integrates experimental insights with advanced computational methods, including AI-driven drug discovery, molecular modeling, and biophysical simulations, offering a comprehensive toolkit for researchers and clinicians. By bridging fundamental science with translational applications, the book empowers readers to design targeted therapeutics, understand disease mechanisms at the molecular level, and accelerate progress toward personalized medicine.

  • Dry Eye Disease

    A Clinical Handbook
    • 1st Edition
    • James Stuart William Wolffsohn + 2 more
    • English
    Dry Eye Disease: A Clinical Handbook illuminates the translation of cutting-edge research on dry eye disease into practical situations, allowing clinical diagnosis and management of the condition using the latest evidence-based methods. It first presents research on the core pathophysiological features of dry eye disease, including tear film instability, hyperosmolarity, inflammation, and ocular surface damage. Thereafter, it champions a patient-centered approach to dry eye management, emphasizing the necessity of classifying the ocular surface disease(s) most relevant to each case. It discusses global disease distribution and the role of non-modifiable risk factors like age, sex, and ethnicity. Additionally, the book describes tools for monitoring symptoms over time and assessing subtle signs of the disease. Readers will find practical methods for improving patient outcomes both in clinical settings and at home.

  • Machine Learning and AI Technology for Agricultural Applications

    • 1st Edition
    • Kishore Chandra Swain + 5 more
    • English
    Machine Learning and AI Technology in Agricultural Applications offers a comprehensive overview of how artificial intelligence and machine learning are transforming the agricultural industry. By delving into image processing and advanced data analysis, the book demonstrates how technology addresses modern agricultural challenges, including climate change, urbanization, and increasing global populations. It emphasizes the importance of integrating sensors and data collection methods to generate vast pools of information, which can be efficiently analyzed through AI-driven solutions. The text lays a strong foundation for understanding the role of technological innovation in supporting sustainable and secure food production.Beyond introducing core machine learning models such as random forest, support vector machines, logistic regression, and decision trees, the book highlights the centralization of critical agricultural data in the cloud. This resource benefits both students and seasoned agricultural scientists, providing practical insights for optimizing crop yields, monitoring soil and weather conditions, and managing resources like fertilizers and pesticides. The book also explores the rapid analysis of complex datasets, empowering users to make informed, timely decisions in real-world agricultural scenarios.

  • Practice of Neurocritical Care in Resource Limited Countries

    • 1st Edition
    • Hemanshu Prabhakar + 2 more
    • English
    Practice of Neurocritical Care in Resource Limited Countries offers a comprehensive examination of the unique challenges and practical strategies for delivering neurocritical care in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). As the prevalence of neurological emergencies continues to rise in these regions, this book addresses the critical need for effective management in resource constrained environments. It begins by exploring the landscape of neurocritical care, including common neurological emergencies and their epidemiology in LMICs. The content outlines foundational principles of patient assessment and monitoring, as well as advanced management strategies for conditions such as traumatic brain injury, stroke, and spinal cord injury. Special attention is given to the nuances of caring for diverse patient populations, including pediatric and geriatric patients. Additionally, this book highlights the essential role of pain management, and nutritional support, in neurocritical settings. With contributions from experts across various LMICs, this resource emphasizes innovative approaches to training and capacity building, empowering healthcare professionals to provide high-quality neurocritical care despite the challenges of limited resources. This book is an invaluable tool for clinicians and educators dedicated to improving outcomes for neurologically ill patients in lesser-resourced healthcare systems.

  • Marine Operations of Offshore Wind Turbines

    Autonomous Systems and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Zhengru Ren
    • English
    Marine Operations of Offshore Wind Turbines: Autonomous Systems and Applications, a new release in Elsevier's Wind Energy Engineering series, draws on the latest advances in marine operations to offer practical information on dynamics and automatic control. The book begins by introducing marine operations and offshore wind turbines, the fundamentals of dynamics and automatic control, and the definition of operability for marine operations before in-depth chapters cover numerical modeling and simulation tools, lifting operations for components, active control of offshore single-blade installation, modeling and control of full assembly installation and use of low-height mechanisms, and further technological developments.This is a valuable resource for all those looking to understand dynamics and automatic control techniques for offshore wind turbine operations, including researchers, students, engineers, R&D, policymakers, and industry professionals.

  • Plant Powered Probiotics

    Exploring Science and Health Behind Non-Dairy Fermented Beverages
    • 1st Edition
    • Pintu Choudhary + 2 more
    • English
    Plant Powered Probiotics: Exploring Science and Health Behind Non-Dairy Fermented Beverages guides readers through the scientific aspects of fermentation, including detailing microbial roles, health benefits, and quality control. The book compares health advantages to other sources while emphasizing gut health and the importance of pro-and prebiotics for a healthy microbiome. Precision fermentation, strain selection, and optimized production processes are addressed, along with the safety of agro-waste of some common plant-based ingredients. The book concludes with the next generation and emerging trends in non-dairy probiotic beverage formulations.As the demand for foods containing probiotics coupled with an increased desire for dairy alternatives has opened the door for the creation of functional non-dairy beverages that have proven track records for gut and immune health, this book highlights fermentation origins, processes, and novel plant-based ingredients while also exploring health effects and digestive benefits.

  • Intelligent IoT-based Diagnostic and Assistive Systems for Neurological Disorders

    • 1st Edition
    • Hanif Heidari + 1 more
    • English
    Intelligent IoT-based Diagnostic and Assistive Systems for Neurological Disorders discusses the latest developed methods in IoT and its applications in neurological disorders that emphasize end-user requirements. Intelligent IoT is used to explore the intersection between medicine, data science, biomedical engineering, and healthcare systems. A comprehensive overview of modelling and analyzing the requirements of people with neurological disorders is presented in this book. Signals and images of biological activity are collected and analyzed based on patient specifications to facilitate more accurate diagnosis and treatment. The book also discusses cutting-edge AI methods for IoT devices designed to treat neurological conditions.

  • Robotics for Intervention in Healthcare

    From Technology to Clinical Practice
    • 1st Edition
    • Françoise J Siepel
    • English
    Robotics for Intervention in Healthcare: From Technology to Clinical Practice bridges the gap between deep-core robotic intervention technology and clinical aspects, including content that is appropriate for physicians and clinicians. The book gives insights on the importance of connectivity in early stages, thoroughly addressing which aspects are important to improve the innovation chain.

  • Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy for Chronic Conditions

    A Clinical Perspective
    • 1st Edition
    • Chiedu Eseadi
    • English
    Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy for Chronic Conditions: A Clinical Perspective reviews the crucial relationship between mental health and chronic illness. The book fills a critical gap in resources for healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators. Through a comprehensive presentation, readers will be introduced to the predictive influence of irrational beliefs on the mental health of cancer, diabetic, and cardiac patients. Chapters outline the effectiveness of Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) in enhancing emotional well-being and coping skills while addressing the unique challenges faced by chronically ill individuals.With evidence-based insights and case studies, this book provides readers with essential tools to navigate the complex landscape of supporting mental health in those with chronic illnesses.

  • International Review of Neurobiology

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 190
    • English
    International Review of Neurobiology, Volume 190 highlights new advances in the field, with this volume presenting an in-depth chapter on imaging the glymphatic system in Huntington’s disease. This contribution explores the benefits of multimodal imaging approaches and their clinical implications, offering insights into disease mechanisms and potential diagnostic strategies.This volume provides a focused and up-to-date perspective on neurobiological research, serving as a valuable resource for researchers and clinicians interested in neurodegenerative disorders and advanced imaging techniques.

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