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    • Psychophysics and Experimental Phenomenology of Pattern Cognition

      • 2nd Edition
      • December 1, 2025
      • Jiro Hamada
      • English
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      Psychophysics and Experimental Phenomenology of Pattern Cognition, Second Edition delves into the cognitive processes involved in pattern recognition and the specialized systems that handle these processes. Topics covered include symmetry cognition, contour perception, geometric illusions, weight sensation, as well as repetitive and dot patterns. By integrating aspects of psychophysics and experimental phenomenology, the book offers a thorough exploration of pattern cognition from both physical and mental sensory viewpoints, offering a holistic understanding of this cognitive system. New to the second edition are updated models, including one which can draw theoretical curves of rod function, new experimental data on unifiedness as examined in a three-stage serial model. This edition also includes brand new chapters on

    • Emerging Trends in Phytotherapy of Cancer

      • 1st Edition
      • December 1, 2025
      • Mahendra Rai + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Emerging Trends in Phytotherapy of Cancer is an essential reference that explores the multifaceted role of medicinal plants in combating cancer. The book covers a broad range of interconnected topics including ethnomedicinal plants used in cancer by tribes and aboriginals, herbs used in Ayurvedic medicine for cancer, integrated approaches of modern and conventional drugs, anti-cancerous secondary metabolites, plant-based anticancer drugs approved by FDA and WHO, toxicity to humans, and the role of emerging technologies such as the applications of nanotechnology and artificial intelligence. The contents are divided into six parts. Part one opens with an introductory chapter, followed by the different combinations of plant-based drugs and modern medicine for cancer treatment, and recent developments in cancer research. Part two discusses the ethnomedicinal uses of plants in cancer and the role of Ayurvedic herbal medicines in cancer. Part three incorporates the role of secondary metabolites in cancer treatment. Part four elaborates on the plant-based drugs recommended by FDA/WHO. Part five concerns the human phytotoxicity of secondary metabolites, and part six describes the role of emerging nanotechnologies and artificial intelligence in phytotherapy drug delivery and treatment. Targeted at researchers, healthcare professionals, and advanced students in related fields, this book provides technical and in-depth knowledge, contributing to ongoing advancements in cancer treatment. It uniquely integrates ethnomedicinal therapies with modern technologies, offering a comprehensive overview of the research into phytomedicinal cancer therapies.

    • AI and Data Science in Healthcare 5.0

      • 1st Edition
      • December 1, 2025
      • Olfa Boubaker
      • English
      • Paperback
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      AI and Data Science in Healthcare 5.0 delves into the innovative developments in Healthcare 5.0, focusing on smart medical robots, devices, and connected hospitals. It explores the role of robotics in modern healthcare, including advanced wearables enhanced by deep learning. The volume also addresses the integration of blockchain technology, IoT, and cloud computing in healthcare, emphasizing real-time applications in precision healthcare. The discussion extends to energy optimization in smart hospitals, federated learning for IoMT networks, and advanced patient monitoring systems.The volume concludes with an overview of the future opportunities and challenges in Healthcare 5.0.

    • Novel Bioproducts through Metabolic Engineering of Secondary Metabolites

      • 1st Edition
      • December 1, 2025
      • Yogesh K. Ahlawat + 3 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Novel Bioproducts through Metabolic Engineering of Secondary Metabolites provides comprehensive coverage of the latest developments in metabolic engineering and secondary metabolites and their roles in industrial product development. The book opens with an introduction to the pivotal role secondary metabolites play in nature, their diverse classes, and their significant applications in industry and medicine and discusses the fundamentals of metabolic engineering. Additional coverage includes biosynthetic pathways of secondary metabolites, strain development and optimization, rational design of pathway modifications, industrial enzymes and chemicals from metabolic engineering, and cutting-edge tools and technologies in metabolic engineering. The book concludes with a roadmap for the future of metabolic engineering, exploring emerging trends such as CRISPR and genome editing, artificial intelligence applications, and the evolving landscape of synthetic biology and bioeconomy.

    • Microbial Stress Survival

      • 1st Edition
      • December 1, 2025
      • Ashutosh Kumar
      • English
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      Microbial Stress Survival explores the diversity of microbes, the microbe-host relationship, and various strategies employed by microbes that enable them to adapt to stressful environments, and in hostile conditions. The book covers critical pathogen biology, microbial adaptation and survival strategies, and the impact of microbial resilience on therapeutic efforts. Topics include the modulation of host pathways by pathogens for their adaptation and survival, their drug tolerance and antimicrobial resistance, the role of proteins in microbial stress survival, and the evolutionary adaptative mechanisms of extremophiles.This book is an insightful resource for those interested in pathogen biology and the different adaptive features and resilience of microbes.

    • Medical Device Design

      • 3rd Edition
      • December 1, 2025
      • Peter J. Ogrodnik
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Medical Device Design: Innovation from Concept to Market, Third Edition provides the bridge between engineering design and medical device development. The book clearly explains the process of medical device development - from very early stages of conceptualization to commercialization on the global market. It addresses medical devices' regulatory (FDA and EU) requirements, shows the essential methodologies medical designers must understand to ensure their products meet requirements, and brings together proven design protocols, enabling engineers and medical device manufacturers to rapidly bring new products to the marketplace.This book is suitable for professional engineers, both new and experienced, as well as students taking a course in medical device design.

    • Decoding Plant-Environment-Microbiome Interactions in Stress-Resilient Agriculture

      • 1st Edition
      • December 1, 2025
      • Asfa Rizvi + 4 more
      • English
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      Decoding Plant-Environment-Mi... Interactions in Stress-Resilient Agriculture provides foundational as well as future-facing insights into the emerging field of phytomicrobiome. Highlighting its unique advantages in addressing stressed soils and optimizing crop production this book specifically delves into the potential of phytomicrobiomes as natural bioresources to be optimized for improved interactions. Research has shown that the phytomicrobiome, comprising root-associated microbiota, plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR), endophytes, phosphate-solubilizi... microorganisms (PSMs), arbuscular mycorrhizal (AM) fungi, and actinomycetal populations, can enhance stress tolerance and ameliorate contaminated soils, enabling sustainable crop production under adverse conditions. However, the precise mechanisms through which the phytomicrobiome enhances stress resilience remain largely unexplored. Successful utilization of these natural bioresources in agriculture necessitates a comprehensive understanding of the intricate interplay between phytomicrobiomes and stressed plants, from fundamental processes to mechanistic insights. Presenting data and insights from globally recognized scientists and academicians with extensive research experience in microbiome-plant interactions Decoding Plant-Environment_Mi... Interactions provides readers with the latest information and enables further advancements.

    • Microbial Enzymes

      • 1st Edition
      • December 1, 2025
      • Abdel Moneim Elhadi Sulieman
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Microbial Enzymes: Classification, Biochemistry, Production and Applications explores the multifaceted roles of microbial enzymes, emphasizing their stability, ease of handling, and manipulation, which make them invaluable in various industrial processes. This book serves as a comprehensive guide for understanding the classification, biochemical properties, production methods, and diverse applications of microbial enzymes. With 25 in-depth chapters, the book delves into the biochemistry of enzymes, their various sources, and their importance in biotechnology. It covers modern techniques for microbial enzyme detection and determination, methods of enzyme immobilization, and the application of microbial enzymes in industries such as food, medicine, pharmaceuticals, and textiles. Special sections discuss the biosynthesis of metal nanoparticles by microbial enzymes and the role of microbial toxins in different sectors. The chapters are organized to provide detailed insights into the classification of enzymes, the mechanisms of microbial enzymes, and their industrial importance. Topics include bacterial, fungal, and algal enzymes, their applications, and the latest advancements in enzyme technology. The book also addresses the challenge of antibiotic resistance and explores innovative methods for enzyme production and molecular engineering. This book is an essential resource for students, researchers, and professionals in the fields of food, pharmaceuticals, and textiles, offering them the latest knowledge and practical guidance to advance their work and innovate in their respective industries. It is designed to equip readers with a thorough understanding of microbial enzymes and their potential to revolutionize industrial processes.

    • Redox Catalysis for Energy and the Environment

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 77
      • December 1, 2025
      • English
      • Hardback
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      Redox Catalysis for Energy and The Environment, Volume 77 in the Advances in Catalysis series highlights new advances in the field, with this volume presenting engaging chapters written by an international board of authors. Topics covered include the development of earth-abundant molecular catalysts with redox-active ligands for artificial photosynthesis, the use of porous organic materials for photocatalytic degradation of water pollutants, supramolecular systems for chemical energy conversion, and dyadic systems for water-splitting catalysis. The volume also explores innovations in artificial photosynthesis extending beyond water splitting, aimed at applications in organic synthesis.

    • Stratigraphy & Timescales

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 10
      • December 1, 2025
      • English
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      Jurassic Stratigraphy - Part 2,Volume Ten in the Stratigraphy and Timescales series, showcases new advances in the field with a collection of engaging chapters. This volume spans a broad range of stratigraphic disciplines and offers insights into recent developments within the geoscientific research community. As a fully commissioned review, it aims to highlight progress in various areas of stratigraphy, including geochronology, magnetostratigraphy, lithostratigraphy, event-stratigraphy, isotope stratigraphy, astrochronology, climatostratigraphy, seismic stratigraphy, biostratigraphy, ice core chronology, cyclostratigraphy, palaeoceanography, sequence stratigraphy, and more.

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