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  • Microbial Biofilms and Cancer - Part B

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 225
    • English
    Biofilms in Cancer: Molecular Mechanisms, Host Reprogramming and Tumor Progression presents a focused and multidisciplinary examination of the emerging role of microbial biofilms in cancer biology. The volume challenges the conventional view of biofilms as merely persistent microbial communities and highlights their potential contribution to chronic inflammation, host-cell reprogramming, tumor development, cancer progression, and invasion.The book begins by establishing biofilms as an underestimated threat in cancer, providing a foundation for understanding the complex interactions between microbial communities and malignant tissues. It subsequently explores the molecular mechanisms through which quorum sensing and biofilm-associated signals can influence host-cell behavior, together with the mechanisms underlying biofilm formation and microbial interaction with host cells.A major focus of the volume is the biofilm-mediated modulation of the tumor microenvironment. The chapters examine how biofilm components can dysregulate cytokines and chemokines, sustain chronic inflammatory responses, and create conditions that may favor tumorigenesis. Particular attention is given to the transition from persistent microbial colonization and inflammation to malignant transformation and tumor progression.The book also provides organism- and cancer-specific perspectives, with detailed discussions of the contribution of Porphyromonas gingivalis and Candida biofilms to oral squamous cell carcinoma, as well as the involvement of Helicobacter pylori, Fusobacterium nucleatum, P. gingivalis, Escherichia coli, and Candida across specific cancer contexts. These chapters highlight the diversity of microbial strategies and host responses associated with biofilm-linked malignancies.The concluding perspective addresses the emerging role of biofilms in cancer invasion, bringing together microbial persistence, host-cell interaction, inflammatory signaling, and tumor progression into an integrated framework. Collectively, the volume provides a comprehensive overview of the biofilm–host–inflamm... axis, emphasizing how microbial communities may influence different stages of cancer biology.This book will be valuable to microbiologists, cancer biologists, oncologists, molecular biologists, immunologists, oral health researchers, infectious-disease specialists, biotechnologists, clinicians, and postgraduate researchers seeking to understand the increasingly important intersection of microbial biofilms and cancer. It also provides a foundation for identifying new research questions, biomarkers, preventive strategies, and potential therapeutic targets at the interface of infection and malignancy.

  • Pediatric Pulmonology

    A Global Handbook for Clinical Care Providers
    • 1st Edition
    • Allen J. Dozor
    • English
    Pediatric Pulmonology: A Global Handbook for Clinical Care Providers provides an in-depth exploration of pediatric respiratory diseases, offering a detailed examination of various conditions, diagnostic techniques, and treatment protocols. The book covers a wide range of topics, from the assessment of children with respiratory diseases to specific conditions such as asthma, cystic fibrosis, and bronchopulmonary dysplasia. Each chapter is contributed to by leading experts in the field, ensuring that the content is both authoritative and up-to-date. These crucial, practical skills are essential when a pediatric patient's first point-of-care is not a respiratory specialist.This is especially true of medical treatment in resource-poor areas. The book includes "how to guides" on vital procedures such as spirometry, chest imaging, and the management of respiratory emergencies. It also addresses respiratory diseases in newborns, the impact of environmental factors on children's respiratory health, and the unique challenges faced by children with neurologic and neuromuscular diseases. This comprehensive approach ensures that non-specialists gain a holistic understanding of pediatric respiratory diseases and their management.

  • Neuroinclusive Teaching Strategies, Course Design, and Student Support in Higher Education

    • 1st Edition
    • Meera Rastogi + 2 more
    • English
    Neuroinclusive Teaching Strategies, Course Design, and Student Support in Higher Education is a comprehensive handbook that addresses the critical research-to-practice gap in post-secondary education for neurodivergent students by providing actionable, evidence-based practices aimed at fostering neuroinclusive environments.Readers will learn about the latest research on the foundations of neuroinclusive education, how to effectively design courses, implement strategies to support community and well-being, and how to assist students and employers to be successful post-graduation. This handbook serves as a comprehensive resource for educators committed to enhancing the educational experiences and outcomes of all students.

  • Plant-Induced Systemic Resistance

    Mechanisms and Applications Against Biotic and Abiotic Stressors
    • 1st Edition
    • Sengottayan Senthil-Nathan + 2 more
    • English
    Plant-Induced Systemic Resistance: Mechanisms and Applications Against Biotic and Abiotic Stressors examines how intrinsic defense signaling and state-of-the-art biotechnologies can fortify crops while reducing reliance on chemical inputs. This rigorous treatment unpacks the biochemical circuitry of induced immunity, the networks coordinating defense, and the innovative molecular biology tools that empower durable protection under a variety of stress triggers. Against the backdrop of rising pest pressures, evolving resistance patterns, and environmental concerns, it presents a forward-looking framework for integrating host defenses within comprehensive crop protection initiatives.This volume traces a clear trajectory from foundational concepts to precision management solutions, delivering data-driven methodologies, decision support tools, and scalable practices for sustainable agriculture, enriched by real-world case studies that illustrate adoption across research, extension, and industry contexts. Governance, regulatory considerations, and societal implications are woven throughout to ensure responsible innovation.Bridging lab-derived knowledge with field-ready interventions, this essential resource opens avenues for interdisciplinary collaboration to bolster plant resilience against various biotic and abiotic stressors, expanding the toolkit for integrated crop protection.

  • Next-Generation Food Preservation

    Microbial, Nano, and AI Technologies
    • 1st Edition
    • S. Rehan Ahmad + 1 more
    • English
    Next-Generation Food Preservation: Microbial, Nano, and AI Technologies is an essential resource for food scientists, microbiologists, and technologists seeking innovative solutions to extend the shelf life of food sustainably. As global food security becomes increasingly critical, traditional preservation methods often fall short in efficiency, safety, and environmental impact.This book explores how cutting-edge approaches—leveragin... beneficial microbes, green nanomaterials, and intelligent AI-driven analytics—are revolutionizing food chemistry and preservation practices. It provides a comprehensive understanding of the convergence of microbiology, nanotechnology, and artificial intelligence, offering practical insights into their application for safer, longer-lasting food products. The book is organized into five parts, covering foundational concepts, advanced modeling and optimization techniques, encapsulation and smart packaging innovations, industry case studies, and ethical and regulatory considerations. Topics include microbial synergisms, nanomaterial applications, AI-enabled fermentation control, predictive risk assessment, and sector-specific successes in nano-coatings and intelligent packaging. It also discusses societal, ethical, and legal implications, highlighting future directions for sustainable food preservation.Next-Ge... Food Preservation serves as a vital guide for researchers, industry professionals, and policymakers committed to adopting innovative, eco-friendly strategies that ensure food safety, reduce waste, and support global food security through technological advancement.

  • Wide/Ultrawide Bandgap Semiconductor Devices for Harsh Environments

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 123
    • English
    Semiconductors and Semimetals series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters. Each chapter is written by an international board of authors.

  • The Pharmacology of Obesity

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 107
    • English
    The Pharmacology of Obesity, Volume 107 in the Advances in Pharmacology series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters on topics such as Obesity Therapeutic Landscape, Challenges, and Unmet Needs, Diagnosis and Evaluation of Obesity for Therapeutic Selection, When to use First-Generation Anti-Obesity Medications?, GLP-1 Receptor Agonists in our Clinics, Future Directions in Obesity Pharmacotherapy: Novel Targets and Pipeline Therapies, Destigmatizing Obesity: from language to the clinical environment, and much more.Additional chapters cover Role of Nutrition and physical Activity in the Therapy of Obesity, Behavioral and Lifestyle Strategies in Obesity Management and Post-Bariatric Follow-Up, The interpretation of Body-composition Metrics in Obesity, Digital Health, Technology, Artificial Intelligence, and Wearables in Obesity Care, Metabolic Aging and Obesity: how Physiology Changes with Age, Endoscopic Bariatric and Metabolic Therapies, and What Patients Could Benefit from Bariatric Surgery?

  • Introduction to Clinical Engineering

    • 2nd Edition
    • Samantha Jacques
    • English
    The Second Edition of Introduction to Clinical Engineering provides a comprehensive and systematically updated examination of the role of clinical engineering within modern healthcare systems. The text articulates how engineering principles are integrated into patient-centered care delivery, addressing a persistent gap created by the lack of formalized clinical engineering degree programs. It presents a practitioner-focused framework that supports safe and effective medical device use, workflow optimization, and compliance with regulatory requirements. This revised edition expands its scope to reflect the evolving healthcare technology landscape, introducing artificial intelligence at a conceptual level while offering deeper analysis of cybersecurity and healthcare information technology. Particular emphasis is placed on interoperability, hospital technology ecosystems, and the growing interdependencies among clinical systems. Updates to US regulatory policies and emerging cybersecurity risks are fully integrated throughout the text. Designed for healthcare practitioners and educators, Introduction to Clinical Engineering, Second Edition, delivers a coherent, analytically grounded approach to healthcare technology management. It supports evidence-based decision-making, technology lifecycle optimization, and regulatory compliance, while fostering workforce competency development and enabling the translation of theory into efficient, cost effective, and patient-centered clinical outcomes.

  • Annual Reports in Medicinal Chemistry - Part 1

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 67
    • English
    Annual Reports in Medicinal Chemistry, Volume 67 presents authoritative and forward‑looking reviews that capture current advances in medicinal chemistry, with a strong emphasis on molecular conjugates, hybrid therapeutics, and precision drug design. Contributions from leading international researchers examine emerging strategies for antiviral, antifungal, and antimicrobial drug development, including small‑molecule conjugates, aptamer–RNA platforms, terpene‑derived hybrids, and intracellular targeting approaches.The volume highlights how chemical innovation is being leveraged to address drug resistance, emerging viral threats, and unmet clinical needs, while also reflecting broader methodological advances in conjugate design, carrier systems, and structure–activity relationships. As with previous volumes in the series, ARMC 67 serves as both a critical reference and a forward‑looking guide for medicinal chemists in academia and industry.

  • Vegan Food Products

    Sources, Production Methods, Challenges and Improvement Strategies
    • 1st Edition
    • Tuba Esatbeyoglu + 1 more
    • English
    Vegan Food Products: Sources, Production Methods, Challenges and Improvement Strategies assembles the science related to different vegan foods in a comprehensive reference that discusses the benefits and challenges of vegan food products. Comprised of 11 chapters, the book covers the vegan alternatives of different food groups, including meat, fish, egg, and dairy. It also presents a variety of vegan protein sources, such as plant-based proteins, macro- and microalgae and single-cell proteins. Sections explore production methods and technologies, including extrusion, dry-fractionation methods for enriching proteins, 3D printing, and in vitro methods. In addition, the health aspects of vegan foods, with a specific chapter devoted to the fortification studies, are covered, as well as the vegan food market, the consumer perception, and the sensory and nutritional quality of vegan products. Edited by well-known global researchers in the field, this book provides readers with a broad review of the most recent research on the opportunities and challenges of vegan ingredients and foods.

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