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  • An Introduction to Point-Set Topology

    A Hybrid Texas Style Approach
    • 1st Edition
    • Shelby J. Kilmer
    • English
    An Introduction to Point-Set Topology is intended for use in a beginning topology course for undergraduates or as an elective course for graduate students. The book’s style can be thought of as a hybrid between the Texas style (Moore method) of teaching topology and the more traditional styles. In the Texas style the students are given the definitions and the statements of the theorems and then they present their proofs to the class. This type of participation builds students’ confidence and provides them with a deeper understanding of the subject that they will retain longer. This text offers some of the theorems with their proofs and leaves others for the students to prove and present. Those theorems chosen to have their proofs presented in the text keep the course moving forward under the instructors’ guidance and increase student comprehension. An Introduction to Point-Set Topology covers a broad range of topological concepts, including but not limited to, metric spaces, topological spaces, homeomorphisms, connected sets, compact sets, product spaces, Hausdorff spaces, sequences, limits, weak topologies, the axiom of choice, Zorn’s lemma, and Nets. Incorporating both historical references and color graphics, the material keeps readers engaged. The book’s goals include increasing student participation, thus promoting a deeper knowledge through an intuitive understanding of how and why topology was developed in the way that it was. This “instructor-friendly... accessible text is also accompanied by a detailed solutions manual to support both experienced topologists and other mathematicians who would like to teach topology.
  • An Introduction to Applied Clinical Ethics in Pathology and Laboratory Medicine

    A Case-Based Approach
    • 1st Edition
    • Ifeoma U. Perkins
    • English
    An Introduction to Applied Clinical Ethics in Pathology and Laboratory Medicine: A Case-Based Approach offers an organized pragmatic approach to processing ethical dilemmas that frequently occur in pathology and laboratory medicine in a systematic way. This is a novel resource strategically crafted in a case-based format to help readers confidently reach potential solutions with strong ethical reasoning that not only further quality patient care but honor the good intentions of pathologists and laboratorians. Readers will gain confidence in their ability to think critically about complex problems in pathology that create ethical conflict. This book is for healthcare providers, practicing anatomic and clinical pathologists, pathology residents and fellows, pathology educators and graduate medical education program directors, students of allied health sciences, researchers, laboratory technologists, and any members of the clinical care team who utilize laboratory services.
  • Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Healthcare

    • 1st Edition
    • Arman Kilic
    • English
    Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Healthcare discusses the potential of groundbreaking technologies on the delivery of care. A lot have been said about how artificial intelligence and machine learning can improve healthcare, however there are still many doubts and concerns among health professionals, all of which are addressed in this book. Sections cover History and Basic Overview of AI and ML, with differentiation of supervised, unsupervised and deep learning, Applications of AI and ML in Healthcare, The Future of Healthcare with AI, Challenges to Adopting AI in Healthcare, and ethics and legal processes for implementation.This book is a valuable resource for bioinformaticians, clinicians, graduate students and several members of biomedical field who needs to get up to speed on the revolutionary role of AI and Machine Learning in healthcare.
  • Liquid biopsy in Cancer Management

    Integrating Diagnostics and Clinical Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Shvetank Bhatt + 3 more
    • English
    Liquid biopsy in Cancer Management: Integrating Diagnostics and Clinical Applications provides a comprehensive overview of liquid biopsy, covering its fundamental principles, technological advancements, clinical applications, and future prospects. In 16 chapters, the book focuses both on the practical implications of liquid biopsy in cancer management, and on its role in early detection, treatment monitoring, and personalized therapy. It emphasizes the integration of liquid biopsy into both diagnostic practices and therapeutic strategies, highlighting its potential to transform cancer care. The book discusses the latest research findings and explores future directions in liquid biopsy research, providing readers with a forward-looking view of the field.It includes case studies and examples to illustrate the clinical utility of liquid biopsy and enhance understanding of its applications. Overall, the book aims to be a comprehensive and authoritative resource on the subject, providing readers with a thorough understanding of the current state and future directions of liquid biopsy in cancer management.
  • Pathology of Wildlife and Zoo Animals

    • 2nd Edition
    • Karen A. Terio + 2 more
    • English
    Pathology of Wildlife and Zoo Animals, Second Edition is the much-anticipated update to the leading resource on the study of diseases in non-domestic species. The book offers comprehensive coverage of the pathology of wildlife and zoo species, including a wide scope of animals, disease types and geographic regions. Chapters include information on performing necropsies, proper techniques to meet the specialized needs of forensic cases, laboratory diagnostics, and an introduction to basic principles of comparative clinical pathology. The taxon-based chapters provide information about diseases in related groups of animals and include descriptions of gross and histologic lesions, pathogenesis and diagnostics.For each group of animals, notable, unique, gross and microscopic anatomical features are provided to further assist the reader in deciding whether differences from the domestic animal paradigm are "normal." Additional online content, which includes text, images and whole scanned glass slides of selected conditions expand the published material thus resulting in a comprehensive approach to the topic.E-only companion material is available at the following link: https://shop.elsevie...
  • Annual Reports on NMR Spectroscopy

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 116
    • English
    Magnetic resonance now has a history exceeding 70 years. Not only has the range of applications of magnetic resonance-based techniques grown exponentially but so too has the literature. Consequently, a distillation and synthesis of the literature is in itself an extremely important research tool, providing an efficient means to take newcomers to the research frontiers and keeping experienced researchers aware of contemporary practice. Since 1968 Annual Reports on NMR Spectroscopy been at the vanguard of reviewing the magnetic resonance literature. Annual Reports on NMR Spectroscopy covers magnetic resonance in all its forms, including theory, experiment, applications, and interconnections with other techniques. It also provides the opportunity to make coherent aspects of magnetic resonance that were scattered and opaque. Historical articles including obituaries are also welcomed.Potential authors are encouraged to consult with the Serial Editor.William S. PriceWestern Sydney University, NSW, Australiaw.price@wes...
  • Cyclic Peptides

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 723
    • English
    Cyclic Peptides, Volume 721 covers peptide structures and their enhancement, stability, specificity, and overall functionality. As a growing suite of computational and experimental tools support the discovery and optimization of these molecules, ranging from well-established modeling platforms to emerging deep-learning algorithms that expand design possibilities, this book aims to provide a comprehensive overview of cyclic peptide research, covering fundamental principles, production strategies, and the latest technological advances in both synthetic and computational realms.Cyclic peptides are a powerful approach to constraining peptide structures, enhancing their stability, specificity, and overall functionality. They can be generated through diverse techniques—including chemical synthesis, mRNA display, and DNA display—that enable the creation of tailored peptide libraries.
  • Annual Reports on Computational Chemistry

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 21
    • English
    Annual Reports in Computational Chemistry, Volume 21 is a comprehensive and authoritative series that provides an in-depth overview of the latest advancements and trends in the field of computational chemistry. Each volume in this series is meticulously curated by leading experts and encompasses a broad spectrum of topics, ranging from fundamental theoretical methods to cutting-edge applications in various branches of chemistry and related disciplines. Chapters in this new release include Multi-state density functional theory, Molecular simulations for environmental science, and IR spectroscopy of PAHs for astrochemistry or reactions of inorganic oxides for astrochemistry.
  • Therapeutic Potential of Medicinal Plants

    The Science Behind Natural Remedies
    • 1st Edition
    • Vera Popović + 1 more
    • English
    When synthetic drugs produce adverse side effects, practitioners may look to natural alternatives to alleviate symptoms or complement existing treatment. Therapeutic Potential of Medicinal Plants: The Science Behind Natural Remedies, investigates the bioactive compounds and functionality of medicinal plants and herbs which are recommended to help certain health conditions and overall well-being while highlighting cultivation that can be done sustainably to promote biodiversity conservation. Written by over 50 experts in the fields of nutrition, organic food, fertility, phytopharmacology, biotechnology, nanotechnology, plant botanicals, and herbal medicine, “Therapeutic Potential of Medicinal Plants: The Science Behind Natural Remedies,” introduces readers to the the chemical composition of over 75 plants, herbs, grains and seeds while highlighting their anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antioxidant, and immunomodulatory effects to improve overall well being and manage certain conditions such as diabetes, osteoarthritis, cardiovascular and neurodegenerative diseases. Bioactive compounds, essential oils and phytochemicals in certain plants and marine compounds are reviewed for their efficacy to help improve gynecological health, alleviate menopausal symptoms and lower blood pressure. The book also discusses the toxicity and safety implications associated with the use of medicinal herbs during pregnancy and other life stages.
  • Pathology of the Laboratory Rabbit

    • 1st Edition
    • Alys Bradley
    • English
    Pathology of the Laboratory Rabbit serves as a “go to” text for all pathologists working on laboratory rabbits in safety assessment studies. The book helps diagnostic veterinary pathologists rule out spontaneous non-clinical disease pathology when assigning cause of death to these animals which are also kept as domestic pets. The book provides a comprehensive text on the spontaneous pathology seen in common laboratory rabbit strains. This is the first book collating information on all organ systems in these strains.