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  • International Review of Neurobiology

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 190
    • English
    International Review of Neurobiology, Volume 190 highlights new advances in the field, with this volume presenting an in-depth chapter on imaging the glymphatic system in Huntington’s disease. This contribution explores the benefits of multimodal imaging approaches and their clinical implications, offering insights into disease mechanisms and potential diagnostic strategies.This volume provides a focused and up-to-date perspective on neurobiological research, serving as a valuable resource for researchers and clinicians interested in neurodegenerative disorders and advanced imaging techniques.
  • Molecular Insights into Proteinopathies

    Increased Scope from Neurodegeneration to other Pathologies of the Brain
    • 1st Edition
    • Eva Žerovnik + 1 more
    • English
    Molecular Insights into Proteinopathies: Increased Scope from Neurodegeneration to other Pathologies of the Brain investigates the molecular events that lead to various diseases. The book is divided into four parts, the first of which delves into protein aggregation across a range of diseases, including Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, schizophrenia, and neuropsychiatric diseases. It then moves on to discuss signaling pathways and biomarkers of disease, including oxidative stress, mitochondrial decline, and dysregulated molecular pathways. The third part explores small molecules as modulators of key processes in the pathogenesis of proteinopathies, including antioxidants, polyphenol compounds, metal chelators, and repurposed drugs that modulate proteinopathies.The final section considers biophysical methods, molecular dynamics, and machine learning approaches in the study of these aspects. The book provides a detailed overview of protein dysfunction and its implications for health and disease, aiding understanding of protein condensates and aggregates, protein misfolding, co-chaperoning and toxicity of pre-amyloid aggregates. By understanding the fundamental properties underlying these, the book paves the way for investigating how proteinopathies could be treated.
  • Alternative Proteins

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 154
    • English
    Alternative Proteins, Volume 154 provides a comprehensive overview of alternative proteins, exploring their sources, production technologies, nutritional profiles, and potential to transform the global food system. Covering plant-based, microbial, insect, and cultured (cell-based) proteins, the book examines the scientific advances, market trends, regulatory challenges, and sustainability implications of these innovative protein sources. Chapters in this new release include Introduction to Alternative Proteins, Molecular Properties of Plant-Based Proteins for Alternative Proteins, The Science of Alternative Proteins: Comparing Animal and Plant-Based Sources, Blue Proteins: Marine-Derived Alternatives for Sustainable Nutrition and Climate-Resilient Food Systems, and much more. Additional sections cover Insect Proteins for Alternative Proteins: Sustainable Solutions with Molecular Efficiency, Plant-Based Proteins: Key Sources and Production Methods, Fungal proteins as Eco-friendly Alternate Proteins, Algae and Microbial Proteins for Alternative Proteins: Untapped Molecular Resources, Integrating Siddha Dietary Principles with Alternative Protein Systems: A Pathway Toward Sustainable and Functional Nutrition, Alternative Proteins: Structure and Functional Properties, and a variety of extensive and timely topics.
  • Advances in Parasitology

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 134
    • English
    Advances in Parasitology series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters. Each chapter is written by an international board of authors.
  • Cyclodextrin Glucanotransferase

    A Comprehensive Guide from Gene to Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Kiransinh Rajput
    • English
    Cyclodextrin Glucanotransferase: A Comprehensive Guide from Gene to Applications explores the essential role of cyclodextrin glucanotransferase (CGTase) in starch degradation and its diverse industrial applications. This book serves as a valuable resource for researchers and industry professionals, offering comprehensive insights from the genetic basis of CGTase to its practical applications. The book covers the production of CGTase by different bacterial genera, including Bacillus spp., and their purification strategies. It delves into the structural and functional characteristics of CGTase, highlighting its catalytic mechanisms, substrate specificity, and factors affecting enzyme activity and stability. Additionally, the book explores recombinant CGTases, their properties, and advancements in protein engineering and enzyme immobilization. With a strong focus on practical applications, the book discusses the remarkable properties of cyclodextrins, such as inclusion complex formation, and their wide range of uses in various industries, including pharmaceuticals, textiles, bioremediation, and food. Detailed case studies and real-world examples illustrate how CGTase and cyclodextrins can address specific challenges and drive innovation in these fields.This book is an essential resource for applied science researchers working in the field of starch processing enzymes, providing them with the knowledge to advance their research and development. It also serves as a valuable reference for researchers in the starch processing industries, offering insights into the latest advancements and practical applications of CGTase and cyclodextrins.
  • The Handbook of Autobiographical Memory

    From Basic to Applied Perspectives
    • 1st Edition
    • Mohamad El Haj + 2 more
    • English
    The Handbook of Autobiographical Memory: From Basic to Applied Perspectives offers a comprehensive view on autobiographical memory from a multidisciplinary approach. The book explores contemporary advances in understanding both cognitive and neural processes, including historical contexts on autobiographical memory theory and assessment. The book further synthesizes insights from cognitive, developmental, and social aspects of autobiographical functioning while also covering departures from norms in terms of autobiographical memory dysfunction. A section on applications equips readers with essential information regarding the assessment and detection of autobiographical memory dysfunction in neurological and psychiatric populations. How such processes evolve over the lifespan, and how deviations from healthy memory function can be supported through novel rehabilitation practices are also covered.
  • Microbial Exopolysaccharides

    An Integrated Approach to Green Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Onkar Nath Tiwari + 2 more
    • English
    Microbial Exopolysaccharides: An Integrated Approach to Green Applications provides a comprehensive overview of natural exopolysaccharides (EPS) obtained from different microbial species and marine resources. Featuring contributions by an interdisciplinary group of experts in academia, research, and industry, this book offers a detailed introduction and exploration of natural microbial exopolysaccharides. It offers detailed discussions on topics such as the extraction and characterization of EPS, their role in health-promoting formulations and probiotic potential, their utilization in therapeutics, their use in food technologies and packaging, and their impact in the environmental and medical sectors.The book offers in-depth insights into the principles of EPS and their wide range of applications as sustainable solutions to challenges in the food, health, environmental, and biotechnology sectors.With a focus on green technology and sustainable practices, this book offers cost-effective utilization of natural EPS, their application in diverse sectors, and serves as an informative resource for those interested in the innovative application of natural bio-macromolecules.
  • Evaluating Oral Probiotics and Prebiotics

    • 1st Edition
    • Amir M. Mortazavian + 2 more
    • English
    Evaluating Oral Probiotics and Prebiotics reviews emerging applications of new probiotic strains, postbiotics, and production of key synbiotic generations. The book discusses successes and failures of viable probiotic ingestion, new trends and strains including genetically engineered probiotics, assessment of nonviable probiotics (postbiotics) and microflora benefits of prebiotic and synbiotic ingestion over probiotics.
  • Nanotechnology in Photosynthesis

    Innovations for Global Food Sustainability
    • 1st Edition
    • Vishnu D. Rajput + 1 more
    • English
    Nanotechnology in Photosynthesis: Innovations for Global Food Sustainability explores how cutting-edge nanotechnology can revolutionize agriculture to combat rising food insecurity. This book highlights the urgent need for innovative solutions that combine nanoscale science with natural photosynthesis to enhance crop resilience, efficiency, and resource use, thus ensuring a sustainable food future. The volume covers key topics such as the fundamentals of nanotechnology, nanoscale transformations in plants, nanoparticle-based nutrient delivery, and engineered nanomaterials that boost photosynthesis. It also discusses environmental, ethical and policy considerations, along with real-world applications and future prospects for climate-resilient crops.Designed for scientists, policymakers, and agricultural practitioners, this book demonstrates how tiny technological advances can significantly impact food production. By illustrating the potential of nanotechnology to improve crop yields and sustainability, it aims to inspire collective efforts toward a resilient, food-secure world.
  • Neuroscience for Sleep Medicine, Part C

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 301
    • English
    Neuroscience for Sleep Medicine, Part C offers a comprehensive and forward-looking integration of cutting-edge neuroscience with clinical sleep science, bridging molecular, circuit-level, and behavioral perspectives on sleep and its disorders. The volume explores neural mechanisms, cognitive-affective processes, and emerging neurotechnologies that shape both normal sleep and pathological conditions. With a strong translational emphasis, it advances a bench-to-bedside framework that informs precision diagnostics, innovative therapeutics, and future directions in sleep medicine and neuropsychiatry.