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  • Sustainable Wine

    Diversity and Quality
    • 1st Edition
    • Valentina Canuti + 1 more
    • English
    Sustainable Wine: Diversity and Quality is a guide to the environmental, technical, and regulatory aspects of sustainable wine production. The book covers key foundational concepts, including the intrinsic and perceived qualities of a wine, a key aspect of production regardless of the type of winemaking process. Next, a variety of sustainable, modern viticultural and winemaking practices are covered. These wines, from organic to vegan, have a reduced environmental impact, can be healthier, and offer special sensory qualities.Each winemaking process covered will begin on the vineyard and end in the glass, offering readers a comprehensive field to table guide to sustainable wines. The book will also separate scientific facts from untested practices that have become commonplace in sustainable winemaking, emphasizing where additional research would be most valuable.

  • Geographic Atrophy in Age-related Macular Degeneration

    • 1st Edition
    • Jay Chhablani + 1 more
    • English
    Geographic Atrophy in Age-related Macular Degeneration provides a comprehensive resource on this flourishing discipline, focusing on accurate diagnosis, imaging features, clinical trials, differential diagnoses, and both established and emerging treatment options. The book details diagnostic processes using techniques such as visual acuity tests, dilated eye exams, fundus photography, optical coherence tomography (OCT), and fluorescein angiography, emphasizing the importance of early detection. It also differentiates geographic atrophy from other retinal conditions with similar symptoms, such as dystrophies, equipping practitioners with the knowledge for accurate diagnosis.Additional... it explores traditional management approaches like antioxidant supplements, lifestyle changes, and low vision aids, alongside novel treatments such as complement inhibitors, cell-based therapies, and gene therapy, to inform clinicians about the latest advancements and research in patient care. With the recent FDA approval for GA treatment, there has been significant interest in the retina community. This rapidly growing field necessitates a new book on geographic atrophy in age-related macular degeneration to address gaps in existing literature and provide up-to-date, comprehensive information.

  • GANs in Medical Diagnostics and Classification

    • 1st Edition
    • Abhishek Kumar + 1 more
    • English
    GANs in Medical Diagnostics and Classification explores the role of Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs) in addressing underdiagnosed and overlooked health challenges. The book bridges cutting-edge AI research with real-world medical applications, presenting interdisciplinary insights into how GANs enhance diagnostics, treatment precision, and disease surveillance across domains such as antimicrobial resistance, rare genetic disorders, and environmental health risks. It also examines ethical, policy, and accessibility dimensions of AI in healthcare. By combining technical depth with practical case studies, this volume equips medical researchers, AI engineers, and healthcare professionals with actionable knowledge to tackle silent epidemics using GAN-based tools.

  • Prof. of Drug Substances, Excipients and Related Methodology

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 52
    • English
    Physical and chemical data, synthesis or degradation pathways, various analytical techniques for identification and quantification, multiple separation methods, and the pharmacology of drug substances are essential at all stages of pharmaceutical development and are invaluable to practitioners; however, they are scattered throughout the scientific literature. The Analytical Profiles of Drug Substances and Excipients compiles this information into a singular source. No other book series delivers this crucial information as swiftly and relevantly. The Profiles series comprises review articles and database compilations organized into five principal categories: Physical Profiles of Drug Substances and Excipients; Analytical Profiles of Drug Substances and Excipients; ADME Profiles of Drug Substances and Excipients; Methodology for the Characterization of Drug Substances and Excipients; and Methods of Chemical Synthesis. The 52nd volume of Profiles of Drug Substances, Excipients, and Related Methodology offers detailed profiles of five pharmaceutical compounds: Pazopanib, Fenofibrate, Sumatriptan, Beclomethasone dipropionate, and Ceftaroline fosamil. This volume contains a review article on Stimuli-Responsive Polymers, detailing their types, classification, and applications in drug delivery.

  • Contaminants in Aquaculture

    Safeguarding Blue Foods for a Sustainable Future
    • 1st Edition
    • Amit Kumar + 1 more
    • English
    Contaminants in Aquaculture: Safeguarding Blue Foods for a Sustainable Future addresses critical challenges posed by chemical, biological, and emerging pollutants in aquaculture systems. As aquaculture becomes the fastest-growing global food production sector, contamination risks threaten seafood safety, ecosystem health, and public trust. This reference consolidates fragmented knowledge to support sustainable blue food production and safeguard public health. The book covers heavy metals, pesticides, antibiotics, microplastics, petroleum hydrocarbons, biotoxins, nanomaterials, and emerging contaminants, exploring their environmental pathways, bioaccumulation, toxicodynamics, and regulatory challenges. It integrates advanced detection technologies, risk modeling, and mitigation strategies, supported by case studies and AI-enabled monitoring tools. The book also examines global policy frameworks and the integration of blue economy principles for contaminant control. Contaminants in Aquaculture: Safeguarding Blue Foods for a Sustainable Future benefits researchers, regulators, and industry professionals by providing a unified, evidence-based foundation to assess risks, design regulatory standards, and implement sustainable aquaculture practices. By bridging science, policy, and practice, this reference enhances seafood safety, ecosystem resilience, and global blue food sustainability for current and future generations.

  • Nature's Blueprint

    Biomimicry for Sustainable Innovation
    • 1st Edition
    • Fayaz A. Malla + 1 more
    • English
    Nature's Blueprint: Biomimicry for Sustainable Innovation explores how nature’s time-tested patterns, processes, and designs can inspire innovative solutions to today’s pressing environmental and technological challenges. This book examines the field of biomimicry and highlights the need for sustainable development and eco-friendly innovations that are aligned with ecological principles. The book is organized into three parts. The first part introduces core concepts such as learning from nature’s genius, principles and patterns of life, and the ethical dimensions of biomimicry. The second part examines structural ingenuity, energy efficiency, circular systems, water management, and biomimetic materials through detailed case studies. Finally, the third part explores resilience, sustainable agriculture, transportation, urban design, and methods for measuring success. Nature's Blueprint: Biomimicry for Sustainable Innovation is for readers seeking nature-inspired solutions to ecological challenges. It’s an essential resource for advancing sustainable development worldwide.

  • A Guide to Brief Clinical Interventions in Inpatient and Abbreviated Settings

    • 1st Edition
    • Elaheh Ashtari + 3 more
    • English
    There are many resources available for evidence-based psychotherapies in outpatient and other long-term settings, but limited resources are available for inpatient and other brief settings. A Guide to Brief Clinical Interventions in Inpatient and Abbreviated Settings offers a problem-focused psychotherapeutic approach applicable to brief and long-term care settings. The text will this text will include explicit cultural considerations when applying brief treatment, and promote cultural responsiveness across treatment providers and care settings. This multimodal, evidence-informed handbook is intended for behavioral health and mental health practitioners alike who desire to deliver high quality interventions in time limited settings, such as acute and subacute inpatient units.

  • Computer Simulation of Buildings and Solar Energy Systems

    • 1st Edition
    • Juergen Schumacher
    • Ursula Eicker
    • English
    Computer Simulation of Buildings and Solar Energy Systems aims to bridge the gap between the basic concepts and theoretical aspects of solar technology and their practical applications, enabling readers to simulate solar energy systems, solar thermal energy, and thermal performance of buildings. Acknowledging the critical need for robust, scalable simulation tools that can adapt to varied climates, helping professionals and students overcome challenges related to energy efficiency, sustainable urban development, and the optimization of renewable resources, the book covers the fundamentals and latest advances in simulation techniques and tools that are crucial to accelerating the transition to renewable energy.This is all supported by case studies, example code, equations, datasets, and extensive visuals such as process diagrams, flowcharts, and photos. This book will be a valuable resource to readers at various levels, from practitioners looking to enhance their technical skills in renewable energy and building simulation to academic researchers exploring innovative simulation methodologies. In addition, students looking to understand simulation techniques in this complex, multidisciplinary area will find this an important resource.

  • Principles and Practice of Nephrocardiology

    • 1st Edition
    • Parta Hatamizadeh
    • English
    Principles and Practice of Nephrocardiology provides a comprehensive introduction to the interdisciplinary subspecialty of Nephrocardiology. The book includes detailed descriptions, along with an in-depth exploration of its primary elements and topics. Coverage spans pathophysiology, epidemiology, prevention, diagnosis, prognosis, monitoring, therapy, risk factors, and the systemic diseases that involve both nephrology-related conditions and cardiovascular diseases. The book guides clinicians and general practitioners in multiple interdisciplinary specialties through diagnostic, preventive, and therapeutic approaches to a wide variety of patient populations. It also opens a myriad of new avenues for future research and guidance for approaching multiple medical topics.

  • Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Cancer Biology

    Advancements in Diagnosis and Treatment
    • 1st Edition
    • Sadhna Aggarwal
    • English
    Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Cancer Biology: Advancements in Diagnosis and Treatment explores the revolutionary impact of AI on cancer biology and oncology. This comprehensive volume delves into AI technologies, including machine learning and deep learning, enhancing our ability to understand, diagnose, and treat cancer with unprecedented precision. The book covers a wide range of topics, from cancer biology fundamentals to AI-driven techniques in diagnosis and personalised treatment. It discusses medical imaging, genomics, drug discovery, and predictive modelling, along with ethical and regulatory considerations, offering a holistic view of AI in cancer research. For academic audiences, this book provides invaluable insights into improving clinical outcomes and patient care. Researchers and clinicians will benefit from the detailed analysis of AI applications, while students and scholars will find a wealth of information to support their studies and future innovations in cancer treatment.

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