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  • Progress in Motor Control

    Crossroads between Neurophysiology and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Mark L. Latash + 4 more
    • English
    Progress in Motor Control: Crossroads between Neurophysiology and Applications offers an in-depth look at the evolving field of motor control, synthesizing the latest research. This volume explores the complex roles of the central nervous system in movement, featuring contributions from leading experts who use approaches ranging from basic physical principles to advanced control theory. It addresses applied aspects of motor control, focusing on recovery strategies for functional movements in patients with spinal cord injuries, subcortical disorders, and strokes. Organized into five sections, the book covers theoretical advances, neurophysiological mechanisms, motor learning, neural plasticity, and motor disorders, including topics like neural population dynamics and vestibulospinal reflexes. The final sections highlight strategies for improving recovery after neurological events. This resource bridges foundational research and clinical application, making it invaluable for researchers, clinicians, and students in motor control, neuroscience and rehabilitation.Divid... into five comprehensive parts, the book covers theoretical advances, neurophysiological mechanisms, motor learning, neural plasticity, and motor disorders, including essential topics like neural population dynamics and the dual role of vestibulospinal reflexes. Final sections highlight practical strategies for improving recovery outcomes following neurological events.

  • Medical Device Design

    Innovation from Concept to Market
    • 3rd Edition
    • Peter J. Ogrodnik
    • English
    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.

  • Advances in Dynamics and Control of Fractional Discrete Time Systems

    Theories and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Adel Ouannas + 3 more
    • English
    Advances in Dynamics and Control of Fractional Discrete Time Systems: Theories and Applications delves into the cutting-edge developments in the field of fractional discrete time systems. This comprehensive resource bridges the gap between theoretical advancements and practical applications, offering readers a thorough understanding of the dynamics and control mechanisms of these systems. With a blend of rigorous mathematical theory and real-world examples, this book is an essential guide for anyone looking to master the complexities of fractional discrete time systems.

  • Microglial Advances in Neurodegenerative Diseases

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 171
    • English
    Microglial Advances in Neurodegenerative Diseases, Volume 170 in the Advances in Immunology series, presents current developments and comprehensive reviews focused on the role of microglia and neuroinflammation in neurological and psychiatric disorders. This volume brings together contributions from leading researchers, offering up-to-date insights into microglial biology in health and disease, as well as their involvement in major neurodegenerative conditions. Chapters in this new release explore Cross-talk between Tau and Neuro-glia Axis of Alzheimer’s Disease, Microglia in Health and Disease, Amyloid-beta (Aβ) and Neuroinflammation in Microglia, Chemokine Receptor CX3CR1 Interacts with Tau and Regulates Microglial Activity in Alzheimer’s Disease, and much more.Additional chapters explore Human-Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells in Psychiatric Disorders, GPCR-Mediated Internalization and Endosomal Sorting of the Tau–GPCR Complex in Microglia, iPSC-Derived Microglia: A Cellular Platform for Tau and Alzheimer’s Disease Immunotherapy, Advancements in Invasive and Non-Invasive Neuromodulation for Parkinson’s Disease, LRRK2-I1371V Disrupts Microglial Membrane Homeostasis and Enhances α-Synuclein Toxicity, Microglial Advances in Parkinson’s Disease, Microglial Advances in Alzheimer’s Disease, and more.

  • Advances in Microbial Physiology

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 89
    • English
    Advances in Microbial Physiology, Volume 89 explores the latest research and developments in microbial physiology, providing a comprehensive overview on how microorganisms function, adapt, and interact with their environments. This volume brings together leading experts to discuss fundamental processes such as metabolism, growth, gene regulation, signal transduction, stress responses, and cellular differentiation in bacteria, archaea, and fungi. Chapters cover Steroids as Antibacterials, From Feeding Cell to Fruiting Body: Multidrug Transport in the Life cycle of Dictyostelium discoideum, Evolution of xenobiotic catabolism, Glycyl-radical enzymes, How anaerobes cope with oxygen, and Extracellular Electron Transfer: From Early Life to Modern Biogeochemistry and Applications.

  • Histone Deacetylases in Neurodegenerative Disease Part A

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 733
    • English
    Histone Deacetylases in Neurodegenerative Disease, Part A, Volume 733 in the Methods in Enzymology series, highlights new advances, with this volume presenting chapters on topics such as HDAC Inhibitor-Induced Endoplasmic Reticulum (ER) Stress, Specific activation of p300/CBP Lysine acetyltransferases induces adult neurogenesis and synaptic plasticity, Chromatin immunoprecipitation assay for analyzing histone H3-mediated regulation of copper homeostasis, Histone Deacetylase 6 modulates Tau structure and function, Histone Acetylation in Parkinson Disease, DNA methylation and histone modification in hypoxic conditions, The extracellular Histone Deacetylase 6 modulates the actin networks in neuronal cells, Epigenetic modulators as therapeutics for neurodegenerative disorder/Alzheimer's disease, and much more.Additional chapters explore Sirtunins in mitochondrial physiology and energy homeostasis, Sirtunins in metabolic homeostasis, Conformational flexibility of histone variant CENP-ACse4 is regulated by histone H4: A mechanism to stabilize soluble Cse4, Analysis of copper toxicity by western blotting of secretory proteins translocated via Sec61 channel, Histone deacetylase as a potential therapeutic target for memory disorders, Histone deacetylases in Neurodegeneration, Role of Deubiquitinases in Regulating Tau Acetylation and Autophagic Clearance in Alzheimer’s Disease, Histone deacetylases in Neurodegeneration and neuronal plasticity, and more.

  • The Science and Safety of Beverages

    • 1st Edition
    • Roji Waghmare + 1 more
    • English
    The Science and Safety of Beverages is a comprehensive guide that explores principles and practices that are essential in producing safe, high-quality beverages. The book offers detailed examinations of a variety of beverages and their production processes, with coverage such as quality assurance in fruit beverages, microbial safety in vegetable drinks, and techniques to enhance the shelf life and safety of dairy beverages. Readers of this informative book will gain insights into preserving the quality and microbial characteristics of plant-based beverages, along with advancements in maintaining safety standards for alcoholic drinks.This versatile guide compiles a variety of both traditional methods and advanced techniques for detecting contaminants and verifying compliance with regulatory standards for all major drink categories, making it a valuable resource for food scientists, industry professionals, and academics in food and beverage science.

  • Electromagnetic Signal and Information Theory

    From Synergizing Three Realms to Evolution of Next Generation Communications
    • 1st Edition
    • Aryan Kaushik + 1 more
    • English
    Electromagnetic Signal and Information Theory: From Synergizing Two Realms to Evolution of Next Generation Communications delivers an in-depth exploration of both foundational concepts and cutting-edge innovations within wireless communications. This authoritative volume presents a seamless blend of theory, practical application, and emerging technologies, specifically tailored for university researchers and industry professionals. Readers will benefit from expert contributions that illuminate topics such as reconfigurable intelligent surfaces and holographic MIMO, addressing the growing needs for higher data rates, robust reliability, and adaptability in the evolving landscape of 5G-Advanced and 6G networks.In addition to its comprehensive technical insights, the book stands out for its thorough coverage of standardization efforts and future research directions, equipping readers to anticipate and respond to technological advancements. The interdisciplinary approach of Electromagnetic Signal and Information Theory (ESIT) is highlighted, integrating deterministic electromagnetic wave theory, statistical information theory, and advanced signal processing.

  • Semiconductors and Semimetals

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 122
    • 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.

  • Advances in Biomembranes and Lipid Self-Assembly

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 43
    • English
    Advances in Biomembranes and Lipid Self-Assembly, Volume 43 highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters written by an international board of authors. Subjects in this new release cover engineered probiotics for producing phosphoinositol-sn-l... as biosurfactant modulators: Their hydropathy, in potentiating surface tension and scaffold properties into model emulsions.

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