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  • Radiation Biology

    Molecular Foundations and Clinical Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • September 1, 2026
    • Barry S. Rosenstein + 1 more
    • English
    Radiation Biology: Molecular Foundations and Clinical Applications is a comprehensive exploration of the effects of radiation on living organisms, delving into the molecular mechanisms underlying cellular responses. This book examines critical topics such as radiation-induced DNA damage, repair processes, and molecular signaling pathways. It provides a detailed look at how cells respond to radiation, addressing cell cycle control, apoptosis, and the effects of radiation on immune system functionality. As a resource for researchers, it bridges the gap between molecular biology and clinical oncology, offering insights into radiation's role in both therapeutic contexts and its broader impact on human biology.In addition to its focus on molecular responses, the book covers topics like tumor microenvironment and metabolism, the role of epigenetics in radiation biology, and the hallmarks of cancer relevant to radiation therapy. It also provides discussions on chemotherapeutic agents, radiation carcinogenesis, and the complex interplay between radiation and cancer biology. The later sections extend the scope to tissue, organ, and systemic effects of radiation, making it an invaluable reference for professionals in molecular biology, oncology, and related fields striving to push the boundaries of radiation research.
  • Rhythm and Entrainment in Neuromodulation

    • 1st Edition
    • September 1, 2026
    • James R. Evans + 2 more
    • English
    Rhythm and Entrainment in Neuromodulation covers cutting-edge and up-to-date information on currently available rhythm-related treatment procedures, as well as the interplay between music and cognition. The book contains contributions from leading experts in the across several fields, exploring the ways in which rhythmic stimulation serves as a powerful neuromodulator, enhancing cognitive function and promoting healing. Best suited for clinicians and researchers interested in neuromodulation, this volume offers profound insights into how rhythm shapes our cognition, influences our well-being, and paves the way for innovative therapeutic practices.
  • Fluid Dynamics of Viral Transmission

    • 1st Edition
    • September 1, 2026
    • Mehrzad Shams + 1 more
    • English
    Fluid Dynamics of Viral Transmission is an essential exploration into the transmission dynamics of COVID-19, focusing specifically on the airborne spread of respiratory aerosols carrying infectious viruses. In light of the recent global pandemic, it offers crucial insights into the complex interaction between fluid dynamics and viral transmission and provides practical solutions for minimizing risks in indoor environments. The book delves into CFD simulations, optimizing ventilation systems, air filtration strategies, and spatial layout modifications. It evaluates mitigation measures such as mask-wearing, physical distancing, and occupancy limits, aiming to equip readers with the knowledge to create safer indoor spaces. This book is ideal for public health officials, policymakers, healthcare professionals, engineers, researchers, and academics in fluid mechanics, computational fluid dynamics, epidemiology, and virology.
  • Handbook of Proteolytic Enzymes

    Cysteine Peptidases
    • 4th Edition
    • September 1, 2026
    • Neil D. Rawlings
    • English
    The Handbook of Proteolytic Enzymes: Cysteine Peptidases has stood as most comprehensive work in the field of applied enzymology and biocatalysis since the first edition published in 1998. Extensively revised and updated, the new, fourth edition is an essential reference for biochemists, biotechnologists, and molecular biologists across academia and industry. Edited by world-renowned experts in the field and with five volumes available for individual sale, this work provides detailed information on all known proteolytic enzymes researched to-date, with expanded coverage of metallopeptidases, cysteine peptidases, serine and threonine peptidases, aspartic and glutamic peptidases, and inhibitors of proteolytic enzymes.This volume, Cysteine Peptidases, includes over 300 chapters on known cysteine peptidases, including their name, history, activity and specificity, structural chemistry, preparation, biological aspects, and distinguishing features, with 2D and 3D structures of peptidases in color, extensive references, and links to PubMed and MEROPS databases.
  • The Honey Bee and Climate Change

    • 1st Edition
    • September 1, 2026
    • Gloria DeGrandi-Hoffman
    • English
    A honey bee colony is a community of interacting organisms continually adjusting their behaviors, both individually and collectively, in response to even the subtlest changes in the environment. It’s only logical then, that the more significant changes and stressors due to climate change will push the colony to its limits, disrupting the delicate balance of the hive and threatening the survival of the colony. Honey Bees and Climate Change is the first and only book to examine the responses of honey bees to climate change and the threat it poses to their ability to thrive and survive. Drawing on systems science and the central theme that all outcomes are products of an interconnected system, the book will address how climate change is affecting honey bee nutrition, growth, and overwinter survival, which in turn threaten commercial beekeeping and crop production. Impacts on other pollinators will be touched on as well. Finally, potential mitigating strategies, key areas of action, and the future outlook will be covered.Written by a leading scientist with over 40 years of experience studying honey bee physiology, nutrition, colony survival, and the impact of climate change on the colony, Honey Bees and Climate Change is crucial reading for students and researchers studying honey bees, especially those with an interest in the impacts of climate change on pollinators. The inclusion of key terms and definitions as well as case studies make this work an excellent supplementary text for courses on honey bee biology, apiculture, pollinator conservation, or climate change ecology.
  • PACAP

    From Discovery to Function
    • 1st Edition
    • September 1, 2026
    • David Vaudry + 1 more
    • English
    PACAP: From Discovery to Function in Health and Disease serves as a comprehensive review covering all aspects of PACAP and its receptors, from expression to function in healthy tissues and disease models. The book introduces the biochemical, pharmacological and signaling properties of PACAP before exploring the biological actions of PACAP in normal health and pathological conditions. It considers PACAP in relation to various aspects, including pain, stress, brain injury, tumor cells and neurodegenerative disease. Effect on peripheral organs is also covered, from the gastrointestinal tract and cardiovascular system to immune cells and bones, among others. Therapeutic potential is also explored. This is a volume in the Molecular Mediators in Health and Disease book series, and provides a complete analysis of PACAP and the latest research in the field. Thus it is an ideal guide for researchers interested in PACAP and its impact across health and disease.
  • Alternatives to Antibiotics for Sustainable Aquaculture

    • 1st Edition
    • September 1, 2026
    • Baskaralingam Vaseeharan + 2 more
    • English
    Alternatives to Antibiotics in Sustainable Aquaculture explores issues associated with antimicrobial use and available alternatives to support aquatic animal health. The book unveils the issues related to antimicrobial use and offers alternative approaches to foster a more sustainable global aquaculture industry. These approaches encompass natural-based antibiotic substitutes, antimicrobial peptides, probiotics, prebiotics, and postbiotics, as well as immunostimulants and feed additives. Additionally, chemical alternatives, vaccines, bacteriophages, quorum quenching, and antibiofilm approaches are explored. The future of aquatic animal health is covered through the lens of novel technologies, including genomic and metabolomic approaches, nanotechnology, and nanobubble methods.This book provides insightful knowledge for individuals from both academic and private sectors, as well as policymakers and regulators. The knowledge gathered in this book is intended to positively guide aquaculture supply chains toward a sustainable transformation of the industry.
  • The Future of Pharma Across All Sectors in the Artificial Intelligence Era

    • 1st Edition
    • September 1, 2026
    • Miltiadis Lytras + 5 more
    • English
    The Future of Pharma Across All Sectors in the Artificial Intelligence Era offers a thorough examination of the pharmaceutical industry's current landscape, highlighting the myriad challenges, opportunities, and trends that are poised to shape its future. Edited by experts, this book delves into transformative technological advancements, including artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data analytics, and blockchain. These technologies are redefining pharmaceutical research, development, and commercialization, making precision medicine and personalized therapies a reality, while integrating genomic medicine into the pharmaceutical value chain.Additionally, the book addresses educational implications for academic curricula, emphasizing the need for digital transformation in healthcare delivery models. It scrutinizes regulatory trends and compliance, offering insights into navigating complex landscapes to ensure product quality and safety. The book emphasizes the pharmaceutical industry's role in tackling infectious diseases and health disparities, promoting health equity through innovative drug development and access initiatives. Future trends and predictions are speculated upon, considering demographic shifts and evolving healthcare needs, while market dynamics and commercial strategies are analyzed to equip pharmaceutical companies with practical recommendations for navigating competitive landscapes.
  • Optimizing the Plant Endosphere for Stress Management

    Enhancing Sustainable Agriculture
    • 1st Edition
    • September 1, 2026
    • Sankalp Misra + 2 more
    • English
    Optimizing the Plant Endosphere for Stress Management: Enhancing Sustainable Agriculture presents the latest insights on how plants manage various abiotic and biotic stresses by the interaction between plants and endophytes. The book explores the molecular and physiological mechanisms underlying plant-endophyte interactions, the contribution to stress mitigation, the identification of key traits that improve plant resilience, and the potential for using these beneficial endophytes to reduce the need for chemical fertilizers and pesticides. By deepening our understanding of these relationships, this book can help bring about innovative strategies that contribute to sustainable agriculture and food security while also confronting environmental challenges.These complex and multifaceted interactions influence plant health, growth, and resilience. Endophytes, primarily bacteria and fungi, inhabit the internal tissues of plants without causing harm. They play vital roles in enhancing plant growth and stress tolerance through various mechanisms including nutrient acquisition, pathogen resistance, and the production of bioactive compounds. As environmental stresses such as drought, salinity, and disease become increasingly prevalent due to climate change and agricultural intensification, understanding these interactions is crucial for developing effective stress management strategies.
  • Cadmium Contamination in Soils and Plants

    Mechanisms and Mitigation
    • 1st Edition
    • September 1, 2026
    • Fang-Jie Zhao + 2 more
    • English
    Cadmium Contamination in Soils and Plants presents a rigorous, up-to-date account of how this toxic metal enters agricultural landscapes, persists in soils, interacts with living systems, and ultimately affects food safety and human health. The volume synthesizes cutting-edge findings on the processes that drive Cd movement from soil to crops and clarifies the biological pathways by which plants and microorganisms respond. It translates scientific insight into practical solutions for safer agricultural production systems, drawing on recent advances in measurement, modeling, and remediation.This book is intended for researchers, graduate students, and professionals across environmental science, agronomy, and public health who need an authoritative, research-grounded reference to inform decisions in cultivation-related settings.