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  • Handbook of Aging and the Social Sciences

    • 10th Edition
    • Kenneth Ferraro + 1 more
    • English
    Handbook of Aging and the Social Sciences, Tenth Edition continues its legacy of providing a comprehensive synthesis of the latest research findings in aging. This newly revised edition maintains the foundational, classic themes while introducing a wealth of emerging topics and perspectives that advance the field in innovative ways. Readers explore the complexities of population dynamics, cohort succession, and policy changes that shape our world, alongside new insights into the multifaceted nature of aging. This edition includes cutting-edge discussions on addiction and substance use in later life, the impacts of COVID-19 on older adults, and the implications of structural racism and health.In addition to these new themes, this new edition expands on critical areas such as caregiving, rural aging, and the biodemography of aging. Topics like climate change and aging, contemporary challenges in long-term care, and the life course implications of incarceration are explored in depth. With new chapters on sexual and gender minorities in later life and the social influences on cognitive health, this edition offers fresh perspectives and valuable insights.

  • The Psychology of Acute Trauma

    A Clinician’s Guide to Healing and Recovery
    • 1st Edition
    • David Moore + 1 more
    • English
    The Psychology of Acute Trauma: A Clinician’s Guide to Healing and Recovery is an essential resource that addresses the emerging focus on the treatment of acute trauma, a topic often overshadowed by the extensive literature on PTSD. This groundbreaking guide is particularly aimed at clinicians working with underserved populations, providing crucial insights into the management of acute trauma survivors during the peritraumatic period. By equipping professionals with strategies to alleviate psychological distress, prevent the onset of PTSD, and promote post-traumatic growth, this book fills a significant gap in existing literature. It offers comprehensive guidance on assessment and psychological treatment, covering vital topics such as the neurobiology of acute trauma, psychotherapy approaches, and the role of psychopharmacology. Additionally, the book explores the importance of caregiver support, resilience, and the cultural and spiritual dimensions of recovery. This guide is an invaluable tool for fostering effective trauma programs and enhancing the healing journey for acute trauma patients.

  • Brain Point-of-Care Ultrasound

    Practical Guide and Protocols
    • 1st Edition
    • Camilo N. Rodríguez + 6 more
    • English
    Brain Point-of-Care Ultrasound: Practical Guide and Protocols explores brain hemodynamics and parenchyma examination, providing an orderly and protocolized approach that facilitates individualized clinical decisions with ease. Covering ultrasound configuration, in-depth anatomical knowledge, and advanced parameters, this guide aims to integrate brain ultrasound seamlessly into the Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) modality, addressing the critical need for comprehensive patient assessment. From basic principles to specialized clinical situations, each section of this guide is meticulously crafted to empower practitioners with practical insights. Chapters explore Doppler spectral wave interpretation, angle correction nuances, autoregulation dynamics, and non-invasive pressure estimations, among others, thus enabling precise monitoring and targeted decision-making. With a focus on integration across disciplines and specialties, this book bridges the gap between classical pathology and contemporary practice, positioning brain ultrasound as a pivotal tool in the armamentarium of modern critical care.

  • Computational and Experimental Approaches in Protein Engineering and Design

    • 1st Edition
    • Aditya Kumar Padhi + 1 more
    • English
    Computational and Experimental Approaches in Protein Engineering and Design offers a one-stop resource for students, researchers, and practitioners. Cutting-edge techniques in AI and machine learning applications are expertly covered in the book, empowering readers with the tools they need to tackle modern challenges in biotechnology and therapeutics. Step-by-step protocols provide readers with actionable guidance to transition smoothly from computational modelling to laboratory implementation. The inclusion of real-world case studies makes the theoretical concepts relatable and actionable and immediately applicable to solving complex problems, such as producing protein-based vaccines for immunotherapy.The book’s focus on synthetic biology positions it at the forefront of innovation, appealing to a broad audience, from those involved in tissue engineering to those exploring next-generation therapeutics. With its forward-looking approach, emphasizing machine-learning-dri... protein design and nanobody engineering, this book is an indispensable resource for researchers preparing to navigate the future of biotechnology.

  • Nano Meets Micro

    Revolutionizing Medicine through Microfluidic Devices
    • 1st Edition
    • Fatemeh Hataminia + 1 more
    • English
    Nano Meets Micro: Revolutionizing Medicine through Microfluidic Devices explores the transformative potential of integrating nanotechnology with microfluidics to revolutionize medical diagnostics, treatment, and personalized medicine. The book provides a detailed examination of how these cutting-edge technologies are making healthcare more precise, efficient, and personalized. Sections highlight nanomedicine and microfluidics, highlighting their importance in healthcare and their intersection with advanced healthcare solutions. It covers traditional and emerging fabrication techniques for microfluidic devices, the design and synthesis of nanoparticles, and the integration of nanomedicine into microfluidic systems. Examples and case studies illustrate how these technologies are used in drug delivery, disease diagnosis, and rapid diagnostics.With a strong focus on future implications, the book discusses emerging trends and potential advances in microfluidics and nanotechnology, including the integration of artificial intelligence and data analytics. It addresses the challenges and future directions in the commercialization of nanomedicine and microfluidic devices, providing a roadmap for translating laboratory innovations into clinical applications.

  • The Fauna of Australia’s Tropical Savanna Biome

    Biodiversity, Biogeography, and Conservation
    • 1st Edition
    • Alan Andersen + 1 more
    • English
    The Fauna of Australia's Tropical Savanna Biome: Biodiversity, Biogeography and Conservation considers the full range of vegetation types and freshwater systems that occur within the dominant savanna matrix in Australia's monsoonal tropics. Edited by renowned experts of tropical ecology, it provides descriptions of diversity, taxonomic, functional composition and endemism, and ecological and biogeographical questions of wide interest. Chapters explore how diversity and composition vary among different habitats in a savanna landscape and along the savanna rainfall gradient. The book also considers how distinctive savanna fauna is within Australia and compared with tropical savannas elsewhere in the world. The book considers the unique biogeographic and evolutionary history of this highly diverse and distinctive biome, building on a rich foundation of knowledge accrued over decades of research on many aspects of the region's biodiversity, conservation values, and challenges. This is an indispensable resource for students and researchers studying tropical biodiversity, as well as conservationists and land managers of Australia's tropical savanna biome and those found across the globe.

  • Intelligent Reflecting Surfaces for 6G

    Wireless Power Transfer and Enhanced Communications
    • 1st Edition
    • Zhengyu Zhu + 3 more
    • English
    Intelligent Reflecting Surfaces for 6G: Wireless Power Transfer and Enhanced Communications provides a comprehensive understanding of how intelligent reflecting surface will shape the future of 6G wireless communication. The book addresses key challenges in enhancing signal propagation, improving energy efficiency, and ensuring secure communication in complex 6G environments. By covering breakthrough technologies such as hybrid-field communication, wireless energy harvesting, and physical layer security, this book equips readers with practical solutions for overcoming the limitations of current systems and achieving sustainable, high-performance 6G networks.

  • Game Theory and Deep Learning

    Fundamentals and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Lina Bariah + 6 more
    • English
    Game Theory and Deep Learning: Fundamentals and Applications is the first book to establish a clear and comprehensive link between game theory and deep learning, demonstrating the critical importance of this interplay for solving key technological challenges such as those found in future wireless and energy networks. It delves into the latest connections between game theory and generative AI, including large language models, showcasing how these advanced concepts can be harnessed to address complex real-world problems. Readers will gain a deep understanding of how these two powerful fields intersect and the practical applications of this knowledge.The book teaches readers how to develop a solid foundation in game theory and understand interactive scenarios in both engineering and everyday life, effectively apply their knowledge to practical problems, including resource allocation, security, and influence maximization, and finally, design strategies that optimally exploit available information through successive optimization, reinforcement learning, deep learning, and generative AI techniques.

  • Targeting Intercellular Communication with Nanomedicine and Advanced Therapeutics

    • 1st Edition
    • Lara Scheherazade Milane + 1 more
    • English
    Targeting Intercellular Communication with Nanomedicine and Advanced Therapeutics delves into the complex world of intercellular communication biology and its implications on therapeutics. This book covers all areas of intercellular communication and therapeutics in development for different forms of communication, including their role in diseases such as cancer, neurological disorders, metabolic diseases, and inflammatory/immune diseases. Sections provide an introduction, biological targets, challenges, and approaches to overcoming biological barriers and the significance of contact points and mechanisms of internalization. Specifics of tunneling nanotubes, extracellular vesicles, and the immune and non-immune interface in various diseases are covered.Furthermore, the book explores the crosstalk of different forms of intercellular communication and the implications of mitochondrial exchange in the four primary pathological areas. This is an essential resource for researchers, students, and professionals in the field of drug development and delivery. By connecting the dots between extracellular vesicles, tunneling nanotubes, and cell-cell junctions, this book serves as a foundation for further advancements in the science of intercellular communication and it's applications to new drug discovery and delivery.

  • Membrane Transporters and Drug Delivery

    A Comprehensive and Multidisciplinary Guide
    • 1st Edition
    • Elena Puris + 3 more
    • English
    Membrane Transporters and Drug Delivery: A Comprehensive and Multidisciplinary Guide is a comprehensive reference on the rapidly evolving field of membrane transporters and their role in drug delivery. The book begins with a comprehensive introduction to membrane transporters and their function, structure, and regulation mechanisms. It then moves into the impact of diseases on transporters and how this may affect pharmacokinetics. The book also presents the latest advancements in transporter-mediated drug delivery, examines the roles of both efflux and influx transporters in drug pharmacokinetics, and covers different strategies for utilizing membrane transporters for drug delivery and targeting specific tissues and cell types.It concludes with a discussion on the regulatory and industrial aspects of transporter-related projects, explores the potential of artificial intelligence in transporter and drug delivery research, and offers a glimpse into future challenges and perspectives in this field.

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