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  • Optical Fiber Telecommunications VIII

    • 8th Edition
    • Alan Willner
    • English
    Optical Fiber Telecommunications VIII is the latest instalment in a prestigious series that has chronicled the advancements in lightwave communications since its inception in 1979. This book is meticulously designed for engineers and scientists who are engaged in the cutting-edge research and development of optical communication systems and components. It serves as an invaluable resource for professionals and graduate students alike, offering comprehensive insights into the latest technological advancements. The book is also an ideal reference for R&D engineers, managers, optical systems implementers, university researchers, network operators, and investors who are keen on understanding the current trends and future directions in the field. The book is structured to cover significant developments in the optical communications landscape over the past seven years, with contributions from leading experts in academia and industry. The chapters are expected to provide authoritative and detailed discussions on various topics, such as low-loss hollow-core fibers, photonic integrated circuits, quantum communications, and THz communication links. The inclusion of innovative subjects like digital twins for optical networks and the integration of optical technologies into the 6G wireless standard highlights the book's forward-looking approach. As the demand for data capacity and bandwidth continues to surge, Optical Fiber Telecommunications VIII captures the rich and varied technical innovations that are shaping the future of global communications infrastructure.

  • Tissue Organization in Development

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 171
    • English
    Tissue Organization in Development explores how cells coordinate, communicate, and arrange themselves to build functional tissues during embryonic and postnatal development. The book brings together current perspectives on the molecular, cellular, and mechanical principles that govern tissue patterning, morphogenesis, and structural organization across developing systems. Covering key topics such as cell fate specification, cell–cell interactions, extracellular matrix dynamics, polarity, migration, and tissue remodeling, it highlights how complex biological form emerges from coordinated developmental processes. This volume provides a valuable resource for researchers, students, and professionals interested in developmental biology, cell biology, and tissue formation.

  • Integrating AI in Psychological and Mental Health Care

    Techniques, Applications, and Ethical Considerations
    • 1st Edition
    • Sandeep Kautish + 4 more
    • English
    Integrating AI in Psychological and Mental Health Care: Techniques, Applications, and Ethical Considerations introduces key concepts and the historical evolution of AI, providing a foundation for understanding its applications in mental health. The content delves into various aspects of AI, including diagnostic tools, machine learning algorithms, and natural language processing, highlighting their roles in enhancing therapeutic outcomes and improving patient care. The discussion encompasses significant mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, and severe psychological disorders, showcasing how AI technologies can assist in diagnosis, treatment planning, and monitoring. Ethical considerations and privacy issues are critically examined, ensuring a balanced perspective on the benefits and challenges associated with AI-driven interventions. Practical applications, such as virtual psychotherapists and AI-enhanced cognitive behavioral therapy illustrate real-world implementations and their impact on patient care. Additionally, case studies provide insights into successful AI applications in mental health settings, thus enhancing our understanding of potential advantages and obstacles.

  • Insomnia Disorder

    The Treatment Program SLEEPexpert for Clinical Practice
    • 1st Edition
    • Christoph Nissen + 2 more
    • English
    Treating Insomnia: The Treatment Program SLEEPexpert for Clinical Practice is a comprehensive guide designed to transform insomnia treatment in clinical settings. Beginning with a review of the essential connection between sleep and health, the book presents the intricate regulation of sleep and the critical diagnostic criteria for insomnia. This book highlights the importance of cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I) as the frontline intervention while addressing the alarming trend of inadequate implementation and reliance on pharmacological treatments that often lead to unwanted side effects.The development of SLEEPexpert—a tailored adaptation of CBT-I—is introduced as a pivotal solution, offering a structured treatment manual that outlines its foundational principles and the three distinct phases of the program. With practical tips and specific goals for implementation, this book equips healthcare professionals with the necessary tools to effectively integrate SLEEPexpert into their practices.

  • Oil-Encapsulated Powders for Functional Foods

    Preparation and Practice
    • 1st Edition
    • Jian Zhong + 2 more
    • English
    Oil-Encapsulated Powders for Functional Foods: Preparation and Practice bridges the gap between fundamental research and industrial practice, emphasizing how encapsulation can enhance bioavailability, protect bioactives from environmental degradation, and improve sensory attributes. The book provides an in-depth guide for overcoming the scientific and technical challenges associated with stabilizing and delivering sensitive oils in food matrices, offering detailed insights into encapsulation science, advanced preparation techniques, and practical application strategies that are essential for creating effective, stable, and appealing functional foods. It covers core materials such as oils and wall substances, state-of-the-art encapsulation and drying methods, and robust characterization techniques.With real-world examples spanning formula foods, meat, dairy, and bakery products, this book is an essential resource for food scientists, nutritionists, and product developers dedicated to innovating health-oriented foods that meet modern consumer needs and promote overall wellness.

  • Numerical Modelling of Offshore Wind Energy Systems

    • 1st Edition
    • Yang Yang + 2 more
    • English
    Numerical Modelling of Offshore Wind Energy Systems, the latest release in Elsevier's Wind Energy Engineering series, is a thorough, systematic guide to numerical modeling and code development in the offshore wind energy field. The book begins by introducing offshore wind energy and reviewing widely-used numerical simulation tools and the fundamental knowledge essential for performing fully coupled analysis of offshore wind turbines. The second part of the book focuses on numerical modeling techniques for fixed-bottom turbines followed by detailed coverage of floating turbines. In both cases, in-depth case studies are presented to help readers understand the dynamic behavior of the relevant systems.The final section of the book explores numerical modelling techniques as applied to novel concepts and future trends, including twin-rotor wind energy systems, integration with marine energy resources, multi-energy hybrid floating systems, and other areas. This latest volume will be of interest to all those involved in the design, development, and installation of offshore wind turbines, floating energy systems, and wave-wind-current hybrid systems, including researchers, students, engineers, and other practitioners.

  • AI and Precision Oncology

    Innovations in Diagnosis and Drug Development
    • 1st Edition
    • Arun Kumar Singh + 2 more
    • English
    AI and Precision Oncology: Innovations in Diagnosis and Drug Development examines the transformative role of artificial intelligence and machine learning in oncology. The book addresses the urgent need for early cancer diagnosis and effective therapeutic treatments, highlighting how technological advancements enable rapid analysis of large datasets to enhance patient outcomes. The content explores clinical applications of next-generation sequencing (NGS) integrated with AI technologies, covering risk prediction, disease detection, biomarker identification, and therapeutic target discovery. The book emphasizes the importance of bioinformatics tools in analyzing NGS data and showcases AI-powered applications that improve cancer diagnosis and prognostication.For the academic audience, this book provides valuable insights into the latest advancements in AI and precision oncology. It equips researchers and clinicians with knowledge on personalized treatment strategies and recent clinical studies, ultimately enhancing understanding of how AI can revolutionize cancer care and improve patient management.

  • Advances in Heterocyclic Chemistry

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 151
    • English
    Advances in Heterocyclic Chemistry series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters. Each chapter is written by an international board of authors

  • AI and Personalized Medicine in Cardiometabolic Disease

    Principles, Applications and Future Perspectives
    • 1st Edition
    • M. Salman Khan + 2 more
    • English
    AI and Personalized Medicine in Cardiometabolic Disease: Principles, Applications and Future Perspectives offers a comprehensive and timely exploration of how artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing personalized care for cardiometabolic diseases. This authoritative volume bridges foundational AI concepts with cutting-edge translational applications, guiding clinicians, researchers, and data scientists through the integration of AI-driven tools in diagnosis, risk prediction, biomarker discovery, and tailored treatment strategies. Featuring real-world case studies, ethical and regulatory insights, and future-focused discussions on emerging technologies and equitable implementation, this book is an essential resource for healthcare professionals and scientists aiming to harness AI’s full potential to improve patient outcomes in cardiovascular and metabolic health.

  • Advances in Experimental Social Psychology

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 75
    • English
    The Advances in Experimental Social Psychology series is the premier outlet for reviews of mature, high-impact research programs in social psychology. Contributions to the series provide defining pieces of established research programs, reviewing and integrating thematically related findings by individual scholars or research groups. Topics discussed in Volume 75 include honor culture, political communication, concept creep, health behavior, and personality dynamics.

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