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  • Nanotechnology Applications for the Diagnosis and Therapeutic Treatment of Fungal Diseases

    • 1st Edition
    • November 30, 2025
    • Virendra Gajbhiye + 2 more
    • English
    Nanotechnology Applications for the Diagnosis and Therapeutic Treatment of Fungal Diseases offers comprehensive coverage of the fundamentals of fungal diseases and the applications of nanotechnology for their diagnosis and treatment.The book covers the basics of human fungal pathogens, the molecular mechanisms of infection, and current diagnostic strategies and treatment regimes. It then goes on to discuss nanotechnology-based approaches for the detection and identification of human fungal pathogens. It also discusses antifungal drugs, their modes of action, and how nanoparticles are utilized to deliver these agents, highlighting their significance in treating various fungal infections. Additionally, it provides a comprehensive overview of nanotechnology-based products, as well as the current and future applications of nano-methodologies and technologies in the field of fungal infectious diseases. With contributions from experts in the field, Nanotechnology Applications for the Diagnosis and Therapeutic Treatment of Fungal Diseases is an informative resource for scientists, researchers, and medical personnel to better understand fungal diseases in order to design and develop novel and accessible nano-based therapies for their treatment.

  • Pathophysiological Consequences of Alcohol

    • 1st Edition
    • November 30, 2025
    • Patricia E. Molina + 2 more
    • English
    Pathophysiological Consequences of Alcohol examines the impact of alcohol on physiological processes within various organ systems. The book starts with an introduction to relevant organ system physiology, then presents current, evidence-based findings on how alcohol use, whether acute or chronic, affects these processes. Each chapter, aside from the Introduction and Cellular and Molecular Physiology, begins with a system overview, explores alcohol's effects, and concludes with integrated cases or clinical vignettes. This volume is intended for those studying or working in physiology, biology, or neuroscience and is written by experts from a renowned Physiology Department.It includes comprehensive teaching material and offers insights into alcohol-related comorbidities. The book's authors are engaged in both research and education in the field.

  • Antimicrobial Resistance in Humans, Animals, and the Environment

    One Health Approach
    • 1st Edition
    • November 30, 2025
    • Kunal Ranjan + 3 more
    • English
    Antimicrobial Resistance in Humans, Animals, and the Environment: One Health Approach examines the global impact of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) with a specific focus on the interconnectedness between animal, human, and environmental health. The book details the origin, evolution and ecology of AMR and its updated epidemiology. It discusses the transmission of antimicrobial resistance between humans, animals, and the environment. It delves into the molecular mechanisms of drug resistance development and epidemiology in human and animal health; the different challenges in treating antimicrobial-resist... infections including rapid diagnosis and the development of new antimicrobial agents; and alternative strategies treating drug-resistant infections. Antimicrobial Resistance in Humans, Animals, and the Environment: One Health Approach is a useful comprehensive resource for researchers, academics postgraduate students, PhD students, early career researchers, and medical scientists in microbiology, infectious diseases, and biotechnology, public health professionals, clinical personnel treating AMR, or policymakers interested in implementing antimicrobial stewardship program in hospitals.

  • Advances in Physical Organic Chemistry

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 59
    • November 29, 2025
    • English
    Advances in Physical Organic Chemistry, Volume 59, the latest release in this definitive resource for authoritative reviews of work in physical organic chemistry, provides a valuable source of information not only for physical organic chemists applying their expertise to both novel and traditional problems but also for non-specialists across diverse areas. The book's hallmark is in its quantitative, molecular level understanding of phenomena across a diverse range of disciplines. Sample chapters in this new release include Coacervate formation, partitioning of molecules into these phases, and artificial signal transduction systems.

  • Proteomics in Cell Communication

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 200
    • November 29, 2025
    • English
    Proteomics in Cell Communication, offers a comprehensive exploration of the dynamic field of proteomics and its vital role in understanding cellular communication. This book includes interesting chapters on topics such as In vivo cell-type specific secretome profiling, Assays for surface antigens in extracellular vesicles using proximity labeling strategy, Cell type-specific proximity biotinylation using TurboID to identify secreted proteins from cardiomyocytes in vitro and in vivo, Native-state and cell type-specific proteomics using TurboID proximity labeling in mouse models, Adapted Luminex approach to assess phosphoproteins and cytokines released from specific cell types in the brain in vivo, and much more.Other sections covers In-depth cell-selective proteomics and secretomics in vivo based on azidonorleucine labelling, Visualizing and profiling de novo protein synthesis in Drosophila with cell-type specificity, A Split GFP Approach for Cell-Type-Specific Protein Localization Analysis in Drosophila, Quantitative deep profiling of the cell surface proteome using the "Cell Surface Capture" technique, Proteomic profiling of extracellular fluids to identify secreted proteins from muscle and fat tissues, and much more.

  • Microbial Enzymes

    Classification, Biochemistry, Production and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • November 29, 2025
    • Abdel Moneim Elhadi Sulieman
    • English
    Microbial Enzymes: Classification, Biochemistry, Production and Applications explores the multifaceted roles of microbial enzymes, emphasizing their stability, ease of handling, and manipulation, all of which make them invaluable in various industrial processes. With 25 in-depth chapters, the book delves into the biochemistry of enzymes, their various sources, and their importance in biotechnology. It covers modern techniques for microbial enzyme detection and determination, methods of enzyme immobilization, and the application of microbial enzymes in industries such as food, medicine, pharmaceuticals, and textiles. Special sections discuss the biosynthesis of metal nanoparticles by microbial enzymes and the role of microbial toxins in different sectors. The book's chapters are organized in a way that provides detailed insights into the classification of enzymes, the mechanisms of microbial enzymes, and their industrial importance. Topics include bacterial, fungal, and algal enzymes, their applications, and the latest advancements in enzyme technology. Other sections address the challenge of antibiotic resistance and explores innovative methods for enzyme production and molecular engineering.

  • Protein Misfolding Diseases

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 148
    • November 28, 2025
    • English
    Protein Misfolding Diseases, delves into the intricate molecular mechanisms behind a class of devastating disorders caused by abnormal protein folding. This comprehensive book explores interesting and updated topics, including Protein misfolding in hemophilia, Characterizing Protein Misfolding: Inside and Out, Heat Shock proteins (HSPs) as chaperones for Oncogenesis, Protein Misfolding and Cancer: Molecular Insights and Future Perspectives, Proteostasis and Pathogenesis: Unraveling the Complexity of Protein Misfolding Disorders, Small molecule inhibitors targeting α-synuclein aggregation: Progress and future outlook, and much more.Additional sections cover Chaperone Machinery in Neurodegeneration: A Spotlight on Protein Misfolding Diseases and Calpain- mediated proteolytic cleavage.

  • Precision Medicine in Neurodegenerative Diseases: From Research to Clinical Practice

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 297
    • November 28, 2025
    • English
    Precision Medicine in Neurodegenerative Diseases: From Research to Clinical Practice, Volume 298 in the Progress in Brain Research series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters on timely topics such as Introduction to Precision Medicine in Neurodegeneration, Genetic and Epigenetic Drivers of Neurodegenerative Disorders, Biomarkers: From Early Detection to Treatment Personalization, Multi-Omics Integration in Disease Research, AI and Emerging Technologies for Diagnosis, Advanced Neuroimaging in Precision Neurology, and much more.Additional chapters cover Precision Therapeutics for Alzheimer's Diseases, Personalized Management of Parkinson's Diseases, Pharmacogenomics and CRISPR-Based Therapies, Patient-Centric Care and Digital Health Tools, and Global Case Studies and Collaborative Frameworks, Future Horizons: Innovation, Aging, and Equity.

  • Encyclopedia of Reproduction

    • 3rd Edition
    • November 28, 2025
    • Michael K. Skinner
    • English
    The Encyclopedia of Reproduction, Third Edition, Six Volume Set comprehensively reviews biology and abnormalities, also covering the most common diseases in humans, such as prostate and breast cancer, as well as normal developmental biology, including embryogenesis, gestation, birth and puberty. Each of the 575 chapters provides a comprehensive overview by leaders in their respective fields that is ideal for advanced undergraduate students, research professionals, and clinicians. Chapters explore the latest advances in cloning, stem cells, endocrinology, clinical reproductive medicine, and genomics.As reproductive health is a fundamental component of an individual’s overall health status and a central determinant of quality of life, this 6-volume set provides the most extensive and authoritative reference within the field.

  • Methods for the Study of Microbial Biofilms

    Current Trends and Recent Advancements
    • 1st Edition
    • November 28, 2025
    • Abhishek Guldhe + 2 more
    • English
    Methods for the study of microbial biofilms: Current Trends and Recent Advancements provides a detailed overview of the latest techniques for the study of biofilms. The book explores a wide range of methods for the characterization and study of cells within biofilms, including microscopy techniques, genomic approaches, transcriptomics, proteomic and proteogenomic tools. Computational and mathematical modelling are also covered.Chapters investigate the physiology of biofilm cells, gene expression pathways related to the formation, maturation and dispersion of biofilms, and molecular factors governing the biofilm formation and development, providing an overview of techniques that can be used at the cellular and molecular level. This book provides a broad overview of the biofilm field, along with the range of techniques that can be used to study and better understand them.

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