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  • Diagnosis and Analysis of Glaucoma using AI and ML for Medical Imaging

    • 1st Edition
    • Mohammad Sufian Badar
    • English
    Diagnosis and Analysis of Glaucoma Using AI and ML for Medical Imaging highlights the importance of early detection while also discussing and updating on current treatment options to slow disease progression, emphasizing the role of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) in improving diagnosis and management. Sections explore causes, symptoms, diagnostic challenges, and treatment strategies for glaucoma, integrating insights on how AI and ML models can enhance healthcare delivery. Practical case studies and discussions on how accessible AI tools can be utilized by healthcare workers, NGOs, students, and researchers to address diagnostic barriers prevalent in resource-limited settings are included.This targeted resource is aimed at increasing understanding of this often asymptomatic, progressive eye disease, particularly in developing countries. Healthcare professionals, students, and policymakers will find this resource valuable with its straightforward, easy-to-understand, curriculum-aligned content. Its emphasis on practical applications and awareness-building makes it a valuable tool for advancing glaucoma care and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration in eye health.

  • Psychology of Obesity

    • 1st Edition
    • Samapika Das Biswas
    • English
    Psychology of Obesity offers a comprehensive exploration of various psychological research and clinical experiences from both a foundation in research and practical applications. From understanding the impact of stigmatization and coping mechanisms to examining the relationships between self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and obesity, this book will be beneficial to both researchers as well as clinicians.

  • ​​Cannabinoids for Chronic Pain

    From Research to Clinical Applications​
    • 1st Edition
    • Alaa Abd-Elsayed
    • English
    Cannabinoids for Chronic Pain: From Research to Clinical Applications provides an in-depth exploration of cannabinoids and their applications in modern medicine. The book begins with an historical overview, followed by a detailed examination of the endocannabinoid system and cannabinoid receptors. Next, sections cover various phytocannabinoids, including CBD and THC, as well as synthetic cannabinoids like dronabinol and nabilone. Each chapter delves into the pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, actions, and side effects. The content is meticulously organized to address the medical uses of cannabinoids, including in pain management, perioperative care, and their applications in specific populations such as children, pregnant women, and the elderly.Sections also discuss the medicolegal considerations surrounding cannabinoid use. Contributions from leading experts provide evidence-based recommendations and practical guidelines for clinical practice, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the subject. This book is an invaluable resource for healthcare professionals, researchers, and students. It bridges the gap between research and clinical practice, offering practical insights and up-to-date information. Readers will benefit from its thorough coverage, multidisciplinary perspectives, and detailed discussions, making it an essential guide for anyone involved in the medical use of cannabinoids.

  • Gene and Cell Therapies

    Principles of Pharmaceutical Development
    • 1st Edition
    • Chris Van Der Walle
    • English
    Gene and Cell Therapies: Principles of Pharmaceutical Development explores increasing interest in gene and cell therapies following powerful demonstrations of their capability to treat rare genetic disorders, advanced cancers, and regenerate or repair tissues. Sections cover the design of viral vectors, oncolytic viruses, ribonucleic acid cancer vaccines, and autologous and allogeneic cell therapies, along with impacts on their pharmaceutical development. Advances in molecular and cell biology that have led to efficacious and safe gene and cell therapies are also covered, including their relationship to the process and analytical developments that ensure quality.Gene and Cell Therapies: Principles of Pharmaceutical Development scope and style, along with included case studies, learning points, and lecture slides will allow non-specialists to develop a foundational understanding, while new concepts urge further advancements. Although these new, advanced medicines are continually being improved upon, their complex manufacture remains a key obstacle to increasing patient access.

  • Cardiometabolic Dynamics

    A Deep Dive into Health and Disease
    • 1st Edition
    • Yihua Bei + 1 more
    • English
    Cardiometabolic Dynamics: A Deep Dive into Health and Disease explores the intricate relationship between metabolic health and cardiovascular diseases, illuminating how cellular and molecular mechanisms contribute to metabolic dysregulation. The book delves into the ways metabolic pathologies act as precursors to cardiovascular conditions, including hypertension, atherosclerosis, cardiomyopathy, and heart failure. With a focus on healthy cardiometabolic dynamics, it underscores the crucial role they play in sustaining cardiovascular wellness, offering a comprehensive perspective on the intersection of metabolism and heart health.The book further examines the influence of lifestyle factors, such as diet and exercise on cardiovascular metabolism and highlights emerging technologies like omics, genetic engineering, and wearable devices to advance research, diagnosis, and treatment.

  • How Plant-Based Fermented Foods are Shaping the Future of Health and Sustainability

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 120
    • English
    How Plant-Based Fermented Foods are Shaping the Future of Health and Sustainability, Volume 120 in the Advances in Food and Nutrition Research series, presents interesting chapters on topics such as What is the role of fermented plant foods in sustainable and secure food systems?, Recent trends in plant-based fermented foods: fermentation technologies and their impacts on phytochemicals and health benefits, Beyond dairy: The science and sustainability of plant-based yogurt alternatives, Designing fermentation to enhance oat and faba bean properties, The role of fermentation in digestion of plant-based food, Fermented Plant-Based Diets and Gut Health: A Critical Evaluation, and much more.Additional chapters cover B vitamins bioavailability in plant-based fermented foods: Beyond content to nutritional impact and Legume Fermentation: Nutritional Benefits and Emerging Applications.

  • Ion Channels in Cellular Pathophysiology Part B

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 98
    • English
    Ion Channels in Cellular Pathophysiology Part B, Volume 98 covers a variety of timely topics, including Nerve electrophysiological alterations in experimental diabetic neuropathy, Possible therapeutic effects of essential oils on Na channels in experimental diabetic neuropathy, Breast cancer and voltage gated ion channels, Cardioprotective effect of natural products on doxorubicin-induced acute cardiotoxicity and cardiac ischemia-reperfusion injury,and Modulation of ion channels by Group I metabotropic glutamate receptors.

  • Hormones in Neuroscience

    The Pancreas and Pancreatic Hormones
    • 1st Edition
    • Victor R. Preedy + 3 more
    • English
    Hormones in Neuroscience: The Pancreas and Pancreatic Hormones explores the latest research in neuroendocrinology in relation to the pancreas and pancreatic hormones. This volume aims to cover the deficiencies in existing literature on the link between hormones and neurological tissues. This book offers a translational context and seeks to address the behavioral consequences of altered endocrine gland pathology while also addressing causative and modulating influences.

  • Cadmium Contamination in Soils and Plants

    Mechanisms and Mitigation
    • 1st Edition
    • Fang-Jie Zhao + 2 more
    • English
    Cadmium Contamination in Soils and Plants presents a rigorous, up-to-date account of how this toxic metal enters agricultural landscapes, persists in soils, interacts with living systems, and ultimately affects food safety and human health. The volume synthesizes cutting-edge findings on the processes that drive Cd movement from soil to crops and clarifies the biological pathways by which plants and microorganisms respond. It translates scientific insight into practical solutions for safer agricultural production systems, drawing on recent advances in measurement, modeling, and remediation.This book is intended for researchers, graduate students, and professionals across environmental science, agronomy, and public health who need an authoritative, research-grounded reference to inform decisions in cultivation-related settings.

  • Microbiome in Head and Neck Cancer: Pathogenesis, Diagnosis and Therapeutic Implications

    Part A
    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 169
    • English
    Microbiome in Head and Neck Cancer: Pathogenesis, Diagnosis and Therapeutic Implications, Volume 169 in the Advances in Immunology series, presents an authoritative exploration on how microbial communities contribute to the initiation, progression, and treatment of head and neck cancers. Chapters highlight The Microbiome of the Head and Neck Region, Overview Head and Neck Microbiota and the Factors Influencing the Head and Neck Microbiome, Mechanistic Pathways of Dysbiosis in Cancer Development, Oral Microbiota and OPMDs, Oral Potentially Malignant Disorders (OPMDs): An Overview, Oral Microbiota and Oral Cancer, Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma (OSCC): An Overview, and much more.Additional chapters cover the Role of the Oral Microbiome in Oral Cancer (OSCC), Microbiome as a Prognostic Indicator in Oral Cancer, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Applications, Microbiome-Based Diagnostic Approaches, Modulating the Head and Neck Microbiome for Cancer Prevention, Microbiome-Targeted Therapeutics in Head and Neck Cancer, Artificial Intelligence in Microbiome Data Analysis: Applications in Head and Neck Cancer, and Challenges and Future Directions in Head & Neck Microbiome Research.

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