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    • Contemporary Financial Intermediation

      • 5th Edition
      • March 1, 2026
      • Stuart I. Greenbaum + 2 more
      • English
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      Contemporary Financial Intermediation, Fifth Edition offers a comprehensive and integrated exploration of financial markets and institutions, focusing on the pivotal role of information and economic reasoning. This edition emphasizes the transformative impact of the information technology revolution, particularly the rise of digitization and fintech, on the financial services industry. By weaving these developments into each chapter, the book enables readers to understand how evolving technologies reshape financial systems, institutions, and regulatory environments. The text provides the analytical tools and quantitative skills necessary to grasp the complexities, vulnerabilities, and innovations that define contemporary financial intermediation.Addit... sections examine the adaptability and fragility of financial institutions and credit markets, underscoring the importance of risk management—including cyber risk—in today’s dynamic landscape. Updated chapters and improved pedagogical supplements enrich the learning experience, making the material accessible yet rigorous. Readers gain insight into why markets, institutions, and regulators change, the recurring nature of financial crises, and typical responses to such events.
    • Public and Environmental Health

      • 1st Edition
      • March 1, 2026
      • Ranbir Chander Sobti + 1 more
      • English
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      Public and Environmental Health: Shaping Tomorrow for a Sustainable Future serves as a comprehensive guide for understanding the dynamic relationship between public health and environmental factors. This book delves into contemporary strategies, research findings, and policy innovations aimed at improving population health outcomes. With a focus on both direct and indirect influences on well-being, it equips readers to tackle current health challenges through actionable solutions. Divided into three distinct sections, the text offers a structured approach to learning, making it an invaluable resource for administrators, students, researchers, and organizations involved in health and environmental initiatives.The book emphasizes the importance of informed decision-making for individuals and communities, highlights the global challenges posed by environmental issues like climate change, and advocates for worldwide cooperation and policy-driven interventions. It underscores the critical role of surveillance and epidemiological research in protecting public health and enabling rapid, targeted responses to emerging threats.
    • Genetic Testing in Breast Cancer

      • 1st Edition
      • March 1, 2026
      • Manzoor Ahmad Mir
      • English
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      Genetic Testing in Breast Cancer: Innovations in Diagnosis and Treatment explores the pressing demands in breast cancer care for advanced, less invasive diagnostic tools that facilitate early detection and effective monitoring of therapeutic progress. With a particular emphasis on triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC), the book presents a thorough examination of the latest advancements in genetic testing, such as next-generation sequencing and the Sanger method. By analyzing these technologies, the volume demonstrates how they are fundamentally transforming both the early diagnosis process and the customization of treatment plans for individuals affected by breast cancer.The book provides practical case studies, encompassing other breast cancer subtypes, including HER2-positive cases. It addresses the integration of genetic testing into clinical practice, discusses hereditary mutations, and underscores the importance of genetic counseling. The editors also highlight ongoing challenges and emerging opportunities in the field, ensuring that students, researchers, oncologists, pharmacologists, and healthcare professionals gain a comprehensive understanding.
    • Metabolic Memory

      • 1st Edition
      • March 1, 2026
      • Jeena Gupta
      • English
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      Metabolic Memory: Past, Present and Future Implications introduces readers to the fascinating idea that our bodies retain a ‘memory’ of previous metabolic experiences, shaping our health both today and in the future. The book draws on current scientific research, making complex concepts easy to understand for both health professionals and the general public. By examining the impact of metabolic memory, it offers new perspectives on chronic diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular conditions, and obesity. This resource aims to help readers appreciate how their past health choices can influence ongoing wellness and disease risk, providing valuable insight for living healthier lives.The book not only details the mechanisms behind metabolic memory but also emphasizes its significance in disease prevention and management. Readers will find discussions on the long-term effects of lifestyle, nutrition, and treatment strategies, as well as guidance for integrating scientific findings into everyday routines. By making these concepts approachable, the book empowers both professionals and laypersons to apply its lessons, filling an important gap in health education and promoting informed decision-making for better health outcomes.
    • Comprehensive Review of Lower Genital Neoplasms

      • 1st Edition
      • March 1, 2026
      • Nadereh Behtash + 3 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      HPV Related Diseases: A Case Study offers diverse case studies that may inspire new research questions and concepts. It delivers a streamlined approach to the management of genital HPV-related diseases for efficient learning. This educational resource serves as a practical guide for diagnosing and managing genital HPV-related cases. It provides hands-on teaching strategies for effective diagnosis and management in the field of HPV. This book is essential for healthcare professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in managing HPV-related conditions, bridging the gap in existing literature with practical insights and visual aids.
    • Live Biotherapeutics: Advancing Microbial Medicine

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 220
      • March 1, 2026
      • English
      • Hardback
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      Progress in Molecular Biology and Translational Science series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters. Each chapter is written by an international board of authors.
    • Advances in Clinical Chemistry

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 131
      • March 1, 2026
      • English
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    • AI and Data Science in Medical Research

      • 1st Edition
      • March 1, 2026
      • Olfa Boubaker
      • English
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      AI and Data Science in Medical Research focuses on the integration of AI and data science into medical research, highlighting their impact on drug discovery, medical imaging, diagnostics, and genomic medicine. The book addresses the acceleration of therapeutic compound discovery and optimization of drug development pipelines through AI. The volume also discusses advancements in medical imaging, including early disease detection and neuroimaging. Additionally, it covers the application of AI in genomic medicine, offering insights into personalized treatment strategies.The volume concludes with an examination of AI's role in public health surveillance, particularly in disease detection and epidemiological research.
    • Reinventing Transit for the 21st Century

      • 1st Edition
      • March 1, 2026
      • Baruch Feigenbaum
      • English
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      Reinventing Transit for the 21st Century addresses the critical state of urban transit systems in the U.S., exacerbated by declining ridership and looming fiscal challenges post-COVID. The book advocates for substantial reforms, including transitioning to contracted services, fostering competition, and redesigning transit boards to emphasize expertise over politics. It also calls for integrating various service modes and adopting new technologies to reduce costs and enhance the rider experience.Spanning 10 chapters, the book begins with an overview of current transit systems and the factors behind their decline. It outlines a vision for modern transit, focusing on customer needs, service redesign, complementary services like bike-sharing, funding mechanisms, and international lessons on contracting. Governance improvements and the role of technology are also discussed, with a concluding chapter presenting a model 21st-century transit system.Accessible to political leaders, transit executives, researchers, planners, and riders, the book includes a glossary for clarity. It emphasizes the importance of serving transit-dependent riders, often from lower-income Communities of Color, to boost ridership and provide essential services. This book is essential for anyone invested in the future of urban transit.
    • Roadmap to Successful Digital Health Ecosystems

      • 2nd Edition
      • March 1, 2026
      • Evelyn Hovenga + 1 more
      • English
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      Roadmap to Successful Digital Health Ecosystems: A Global Perspective, Second Edition offers an in-depth exploration of how digital health technologies are reshaping healthcare around the world. With a focus on improving patient outcomes and healthcare delivery, this revised edition examines the latest advances in next-generation digital health systems and artificial intelligence. The book delves into practical strategies for building efficient and integrated healthcare ecosystems, drawing from a diverse range of global experiences. Its comprehensive approach equips readers with the essential knowledge and skills needed to navigate and innovate within the rapidly evolving field of digital health.It includes insights on regional implementation challenges, workforce management strategies, and the application of precision healthcare. Newly added chapters feature case studies from Jamaica and Africa, illustrating real-world successes and challenges. The text also discusses approaches for overcoming fragmentation in healthcare systems and stresses the importance of ethical AI use. As a valuable resource for academics, researchers, and practitioners, this edition compiles leading research and practical guidance to inform best practices and support ongoing innovation in digital health.