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  • Cellular Therapy for Autoimmune Disease

    • 1st Edition
    • Samik Basu + 1 more
    • English
    Cellular Therapy for Autoimmune Disease provides a comprehensive exploration of the evolving landscape of cellular therapies for autoimmune diseases. The book delves into the evolution of the standard of care for autoimmune diseases, transitioning from chronic suppression to targeted replacement or suppression therapies. It covers a wide array of topics, including stem cell transplants, B-cell and plasma cell depletion strategies, and autologous regulatory and effector T-cell approaches. Additionally, it explores myeloid cellular approaches, allogeneic cellular therapies, and viral or nanoparticle-based strategies. Each chapter provides a thorough examination of mechanisms of action, clinical and non-clinical data, and the associated risks and benefits.Finally, the book addresses unique clinical and manufacturing considerations, offering a roadmap for the future state of cellular therapies in autoimmune diseases. This essential resource addresses the rapid advancements in cell therapies that have outpaced the availability of integrated, up-to-date resources. By bridging the gap between scientific research and clinical applications, it offers in-depth insights into mechanisms of action, disease-specific therapeutic strategies, and the latest innovations in clinical and manufacturing considerations for scientists and clinicians.

  • Inherited Metabolic Diseases and the Brain

    • 1st Edition
    • Fanny Mochel + 2 more
    • English
    Inherited Metabolic Diseases and the Brain explores the latest research on the neurological aspects of inherited metabolic diseases such as epilepsy, encephalotomy and more. With a strong research driven foundation and clinical applications, this book provides a primer which will help practicing pediatric and adult neurologists recognize, diagnose and treat neurometabolic disorders. This volume will also present a number of more common disorders in more detail, describing the variability in clinical presentation, the life course of the disease and the intricacies of diagnosis and treatment.

  • Distillation

    Fundamentals and Operations
    • 2nd Edition
    • Eva Sorensen + 1 more
    • English
    Distillation: Fundamentals and Operations, Second Edition provides a comprehensive introduction to the scientific and engineering foundations of modern distillation technology. Revised and extended, the volume covers the fundamental principles, practical aspects, and recent developments relevant to the analysis, design, and operation of distillation processes. The chapters trace the history of distillation and examine vapor–liquid equilibria, physical properties, mass transfer, energy use, heat exchange, and column internals. Further sections provide practical guidance on performance testing, troubleshooting, and special distillation operations. The volume also introduces high-gravity distillation as an example of process intensification aimed at improving mass-transfer performance, energy efficiency, and equipment compactness.This updated edition builds on the success of its PROSE award-winning predecessor, integrating new developments and research. It is tailored for chemical engineers, process designers, researchers, and students in chemical engineering and related fields. Whether you are involved in energy efficiency, sustainability, or advanced process design, this book serves as a vital reference, empowering you to enhance your expertise and drive innovation in distillation technology.

  • Organic Dairy Farming

    • 1st Edition
    • Manuel Gonzalez Ronquillo + 3 more
    • English
    As a result of increasing awareness and concern for animal welfare and the dangers of pesticides and antibiotics used in some farming systems, today's consumers are increasingly reaching for organic products at their local stores. Organic Dairy Farming describes the processes, practices, and international regulations that ultimately classify a dairy product as organic. The book compares organic and conventional dairy farming systems across a variety of dairy animals, covering cows, sheep, goats, buffaloes, and camelids. It considers the differences in breed selection, animal welfare, and product quality between conventional and organic farming systems. Finally, the book demonstrates the added nutritional value in the profile of fatty acids in organic milk and milk products. Organic Dairy Farming is written and edited by experts in dairy science, nutrition, consumer science, and food regulation. This work will help direct future research in organic dairy farming and products, or even aid stakeholders in implementing organic practices on dairy farms.

  • Herbals and Their Antioxidant Effects on Human Health

    • 1st Edition
    • Süleyman Kaplan
    • English
    Herbals and their Effects on Human Health provides a comprehensive exploration of the diverse bioactive components found in medicinal plants and their relevance to human health. Divided into three distinct sections, beginning with a thorough examination of bioactive components and their health benefits, readers will discover the intricacies of traditional practices such as Ayurveda, the role of phytotherapy in managing metabolic disorders, and the therapeutic potential of antioxidants in various health contexts, including skin health and cardiovascular disease. The book further enhances its scientific rigor by including light and electron microscopic images that illustrate tissue and organ structures affected by herbal interventions. Subsequent sections focus on bioactive foods, highlighting their therapeutic effects through in-depth discussions on specific herbals and plants such as garlic, curcumin, garcinia kola and blueberries. This section not only examines their protective roles in conditions like chronic inflammation and diabetes but also addresses lesser-known foods and their health-promoting properties. The final section highlights the mechanisms of action of these compounds, examining their impact on biological systems and their neuroprotective effects.Herbals and their Effects on Human Health is an essential resource for food scientists, physicians, biomedical researchers, pharmacologists, and nutritionists seeking to deepen their understanding of how herbal and bioactive components influence health and wellness.

  • Insect Bioactives

    Innovations in Food, Feed, Pharma and Cosmetics
    • 1st Edition
    • Abdalbasit Adam Mariod + 2 more
    • English
    Insect Bioactives: Innovations in Food, Feed, Pharma and Cosmetics serves as a comprehensive resource for researchers and professionals seeking to harness the power of insects as sustainable bioactive sources and beneficial health and wellness solutions. The book identifies the nutritional and chemical composition of insects, presenting them as versatile ingredients for the development of functional foods, nutraceuticals, animal feed and cosmetics. By examining how edible insects can be reared on agri-food by-products and organic waste, this volume illustrates how feeding strategies can influence their nutritional and bioactive profiles. The text also addresses potential allergenic risks and consumer behavior insights, equipping readers with strategies to promote acceptance of insect-based products in the market.Structured into eight sections, Insect Bioactives: Innovations in Food, Feed, Pharma and Cosmetics covers a wide array of topics essential for understanding insect bioactives. From the foundational overview of insect-based compounds to their applications in functional foods, animal feed, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics, each section provides insights into the health benefits and technological innovations associated with insect bioactives. The text also discusses regulatory considerations and features case studies that showcase successful applications in various industries.

  • Distillation

    Design, Optimization and Control of Distillation Processes
    • 2nd Edition
    • Eva Sorensen + 1 more
    • English
    Distillation: Design, Optimization, and Control of Distillation Processes, Second Edition provides a comprehensive overview of modern methods for the systematic development of efficient, intensified, and operable distillation processes, emphasizing the importance of energy efficiency and sustainability. The chapters address the modeling and optimization of individual columns and separation sequences, as well as the conceptual design of batch, zeotropic, azeotropic, and extractive distillation processes. Further sections examine dividing wall columns, systematic entrainer selection, hybrid separation processes, and reactive distillation. The volume concludes with practical guidance on the control and operation of conventional and intensified distillation systems. Throughout, particular emphasis is placed on technical feasibility, energy efficiency and economically viability.This updated edition builds on the success of its PROSE award-winning predecessor, integrating new developments and research. It is tailored for chemical engineers, process designers, researchers, and students in chemical engineering and related fields. Whether you are involved in energy efficiency, sustainability, or advanced process design, this book serves as a vital reference, empowering you to enhance your expertise and drive innovation in distillation technology.

  • Computer Vision

    Principles, Algorithms, Applications, Learning
    • 6th Edition
    • E. R. Davies + 1 more
    • English
    Computer Vision: Principles, Algorithms, Applications, Learning, Sixth Edition clearly and systematically presents the basic methodology of computer vision, covering the essential elements of the theory while emphasizing algorithmic and practical design constraints. This new sixth edition has brought in more of the concepts and applications of computer vision, making it a very comprehensive and up-to-date text suitable for undergraduate and graduate students, researchers and R&D engineers working in this vibrant subject.

  • Ensuring AI-enabled Zero Trust Security for Smart City and Healthcare Applications Part A

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 146
    • English

  • Hydrophilic-Lipophilic Deviation in Formulation Science and Technology

    Principles, Methods, and Applications of HLD
    • 1st Edition
    • Jean-Louis Salager + 2 more
    • English
    Hydrophilic-Lipophil... Deviation in Formulation Science and Technology: Principles, Methods, and Applications of HLD offers an in-depth examination of the Hydrophilic-Lipophil... Deviation (HLD) concept as a foundational, quantifiable optimization tool in the formulation science of surfactant, oil, and water systems. It brings together contributions from leading experts to cover the historical development of formulation concepts in the past hundred years, from the Bancroft rule, Winsor R, Beerbover CER, Israelachvili intermolecular packing, Griffin HLB and Shinoda PIT through to the advanced HLD multivariable framework, as a way to select an appropriate multi surrogate expression. It provides a deep dive into critical topics such as surfactant and oil characterization, macro-/micro-/nano-e... formulation and properties, particularly interfacial rheology. It also deals with practical applications such as detergency, enhanced oil recovery (EOR), demulsification, asphaltic emulsions, food processing and distribution, cosmetics and medical preparations, and other consumer or industrial products. Each chapter combines theoretical foundations with practical insights, including mistakes and confusions, supported by case studies and recent research findings. The structured approach facilitates a comprehensive understanding the meaning of HLD and its impact on formulation science in various sectors including academia and industry.This book will address the challenges faced by practitioners in designing and optimizing formulations, ultimately enhancing product performance in interfacial tension, solubilization, time stability and fluid properties. Hydrophilic-Lipophil... Deviation in Formulation Science and Technology: Principles, Methods, and Applications of HLD is written primarily for advanced researchers, scientists, and engineers specializing in formulation science, colloid and interface science, surfactant chemistry, and chemical engineering.

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