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  • 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.

  • Sleep and Health

    • 2nd Edition
    • Michael A. Grandner
    • English
    Sleep and Health, Second Edition provides an accessible yet comprehensive overview of the relationship between sleep and health at the individual, community, and population levels, along with a discussion of the implications for public health, public policy, and interventions. Based on a firm foundation in many areas of sleep health research, this text further provides introductions to each sub-area of the field and a summary of the current research for each area. This book serves as a resource for those interested in learning about the growing field of sleep health research, including sections on social determinants, cardiovascular disease, cognitive functioning, health behavior theory, smoking, and more.

  • Fundamentals of Redox Biology

    • 1st Edition
    • Shyamal K Goswami
    • English
    Fundamentals of Redox Biology is a comprehensive guide to understanding the complex roles of cellular redox systems in biological processes and human health. Exploring the regulation, physiological functions, and pathological implications of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and free radicals, this book serves as an essential resource for students and professionals in biochemistry and related fields. It delves into the fundamentals of redox signaling, the impact of antioxidants on homeostasis, and the intricate balance between oxidative stress and disease development, including conditions like cancer and neurological disorders. This foundational text is invaluable for advancing knowledge in redox biology.In addition to providing a historical perspective on redox biology, the book examines how ROS influence epigenetic regulation and mitochondrial function, particularly in immune responses to infections. It also integrates discussions on the role of redox systems across multiple disciplines, making it relevant to cell biology, molecular biology, immunology, and beyond. With its detailed exploration of both theoretical and applied aspects, the book positions itself as a pivotal resource for understanding the mechanisms underlying redox balance and its broad applications in life sciences.

  • Microplastics in the Environment: Occurrence, Fate and Distribution

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 13
    • English
    Microplastics in the Environment: Occurrence, Fate, and Distribution is a comprehensive volume that explores the growing environmental challenge posed by microplastics. Covering their presence in various ecosystems - including water, soil, and air- this book provides a detailed analysis of their sources, transport mechanisms, and potential risks. It brings together the latest research on detection methods, impacts on food systems, and removal strategies, making it an essential resource for scientists, policymakers, and environmental professionals.

  • Advances in Bioelectromagnetism

    Innovations and Applications in Healthcare
    • 1st Edition
    • Tuan Anh Nguyen
    • English
    Advances in Bioelectromagnetism: Innovations and Applications in Healthcare offers a comprehensive exploration of bio-waves—natural electromagnetic signals generated by living cells, tissues, and organisms. Delving into core principles, such as the natural frequency of human bio-waves, the book examines how these waves interact with external electromagnetic fields. It presents groundbreaking research and applications, emphasizing technologies like brain-computer interfaces, electroencephalograp... and bioresonance therapy that leverage bio-wave modifications for the diagnosis and treatment of various health conditions. The book also highlights future directions in the field, including real-time bio-wave monitoring powered by advanced digital signal processing and AI-driven machine learning algorithms.It serves as a vital resource for academic researchers, biomedical professionals, and entrepreneurs in biomedical engineering, biophysics, biotechnology, and smart healthcare. By addressing gaps in existing literature, this work fosters innovation and sets new directions for bio-wave research and healthcare applications.

  • Translational Neurosurgery

    • 1st Edition
    • Adam E.M. Eltorai + 2 more
    • English
    Translational Neurosurgery provides a comprehensive overview reflecting the depth and breadth of the field of translational research focused on neurosurgery, with input from a distinguished team of basic and clinical investigators. It covers the principles of evidence-based medicine and applies these principles to the design of translational investigations, helping researchers navigate challenging considerations in study design and implementation. This book is a valuable resource for neurosurgeons and neurosurgery investigators who want to understand more about translational research, and also for basic scientists interested in translating their research into clinical practice.

  • Error Control, Adaptive Discretizations, and Applications, Part 4

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 61
    • English
    Error Control, Adaptive Discretizations, and Applications, Part Four, Volume 61 highlights new advances, with this volume presenting interesting chapters written by an international board of authors. Chapters in this release cover Higher order discontinuous Galerkin finite element methods for the contact problems, Anisotropic Recovery-Based Error Estimators and Mesh Adaptation Tailored for Real-Life Engineering Innovation, Adaptive mesh refinement on Cartesian meshes applied to the mixed finite element discretization of the multigroup neutron diffusion equations, and more.Other sections cover A posteriori error analysis for Finite Element approximation of some groundwater models Part I: Linear models, A posteriori error estimates for low frequency electromagnetic computations, and more.

  • 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.

  • The Future of Human Evolution

    • 1st Edition
    • Rene J. Herrera + 1 more
    • English
    The Future of Human Evolution provides a discussion of how cultural, biological and microevolutionary (drift, selection, and mutation) pressures might affect our future as a species. The book is split into twelve chapters, beginning with evolutionary forecasting, and gene and culture coevolution. It then discusses life expectancy and population growth, followed by chapters on mutation rates, climate change and diet. This book also explores artificial selection and ‘designer babies’, trans-humanism and artificial intelligence (machine-human symbiosis), inequality and the colonization of space. The Future of Human Evolution serves as a valuable resource for both researchers and students studying human evolution and human population genetics, as well as non-academics with an interest in human evolution.

  • Fundamentals and Design of Drug Delivery Systems

    A Textbook with Lab Activities
    • 1st Edition
    • Wujie Zhang
    • English
    Fundamentals and Design of Drug Delivery Systems: A Textbook with Lab Activities is an essential resource for pharmaceutical sciences and engineering students. Covering all key concepts related to drug delivery courses, it introduces basic pharmacology, barriers to drug delivery, drug targeting, and novel drug delivery systems. Design considerations and approaches are thoroughly illustrated. The textbook reflects nanotechnology in various chapters and includes practical lab activities, providing a comprehensive understanding of drug delivery systems, experimental design, and data analysis. It is ideally suited for upper-undergraduate and graduate courses.In addition to the foundational material, the textbook delves into cutting-edge topics such as biomimetic drug delivery systems, targeted delivery systems, stimuli-responsive systems, and micro/nano-robots-ba... drug delivery systems. Emerging fields like cell therapy, artificial intelligence (AI) in drug delivery, and 3D printing-based systems are also explored. Professionals in the Pharma industry will benefit from the innovative concepts and platforms presented, making it a valuable addition to their resources.

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