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  • Advances in Agronomy

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 195
    • English
    Advances in Agronomy, Volume 195, the latest release in this leading reference on agronomy, contains a variety of updates and highlights advances in the field. Chapters in this new release include Mapping of soil elements for precision agriculture using neutron-gamma technology, Digital agriculture to transform decision support systems: state of the art and prospects, Nanoparticles: Dual Role in Alleviating Abiotic Stresses and Boosting Nutrient Efficiency for Sustainable Agriculture, Research on soil erosion under natural rainfall in Brazil: A meta-analysis, Implication of sewage sludge use for sustainable soil management: Soil health and carbon sequestration under the EU 'Soil Deal for Europe’, and more.An additional section covers Climate Resilient Sustainable Agriculture To Ensure Global Food Security.
  • Nutritional Neuroscience

    From Bench to Bedside
    • 1st Edition
    • Reinaldo B. Oria + 2 more
    • English
    Nutritional Neuroscience: From Bench to Bedside navigates the complex connections between nutrition and neurological health, from neurodevelopmental disorders influenced by early-life malnutrition to the neuroprotective effects of functional foods. Each chapter offers a detailed examination of the latest research in the field, spanning the mechanisms of taste and food processing in the brain, the impact of dietary interventions on inflammation and blood–brain barrier function, and the link between metabolic disorders and neurodegenerative diseases. This book sits at the forefront of nutritional neuroscience, where cutting-edge research meets practical application, and equips its readers with a holistic understanding of how nutrition influences brain health at all ages. Bridging the gap between laboratory discoveries and clinical practice, this book offers a roadmap for future research and interventions in the f ield of nutritional neuroscience.
  • Hungarian Quantum Chemistry: Part A - Early and Recent History

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 93
    • English
    Hungarian Quantum Chemistry: Part A – Early and Recent History, Volume 93 in the Advances in Quantum Chemistry series, highlights the historical and contemporary contributions of scientists to the field of molecular electronic structure theory. Chapters in this new release include Pioneering attempts in Hungary on treating quantum systems, The Early History of Hungarian Quantum Chemistry: From Physics to Applications in Chemistry and Biology, Contributions of Edward Teller to Molecular Quantum Theory, Quantum Chemistry at the Eötvös Loránd University (Budapest) between 1962 and 1982, and Gödel’s argument, human intelligence and the electronic structure of the substrates of life - the legacy of Janos Ladik.Additional chapters cover István Mayer — chemical concepts in quantum chemistry, János Ángyán, a European Career, Weaving the Fabric of Quantum Chemistry: Hungarians’ Contributions at Home and Abroad, Fifty-five Years of Quantum Chemistry, Kállay Laboratory, Molecular Quantum electro-Dynamics Research Group in Budapest, and The Szalay Group at ELTE.
  • Genetic Regulation of Immune Response Pathways

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 115
    • English
    Genetic Regulation of Immune Response Pathways, Volume 115 in the Advances in Genetics series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting comprehensive chapters on a variety of timely topics. Chapters explore the genetic regulation of immune cells upon activation, IFN response regulation during viral infections, and the role of noncoding RNAs—including lncRNAs and ncRNAs—in immune regulation and inflammation. Additional sections examine the JAK-STAT signaling pathway in inflammatory and autoimmune diseases as a potential therapeutic target, long noncoding RNAs as key regulators of autoimmunity, and the importance of appropriate cytokine expression in maintaining immune response homeostasis.Together... these contributions provide valuable insights into the molecular and genetic mechanisms underlying immune-mediated processes.
  • Current Trends in Breast Cancer Pathology, Screening, Diagnosis and Treatments

    • 1st Edition
    • Firdos Alam Khan
    • English
    Current Trends in Breast Cancer Pathology, Screening, Diagnosis and Treatments offers an extensive examination of the intricate landscape of breast cancer. This reference not only traverses the entire spectrum from pathology to advanced treatment methodologies but also provides the complexities of bioinformatics research and basic research. By presenting information in a manner that is easily digestible, this book caters to researchers and students across various levels of expertise, facilitating a broader understanding of the subject. Spanning 12 detailed chapters, this book unravels the intricacies of breast cancer development. It provides insights into the cellular and molecular pathologies that underlie the disease, outlines the various stages of breast cancer, and elucidates the diverse methods employed in screening and diagnosis. Moreover, this book explores the available treatment modalities, offering a nuanced perspective on the challenges inherent in breast cancer diagnosis and treatment. This book goes beyond a retrospective analysis and adopts a forward-thinking approach. It not only addresses the current challenges but also casts a forward-looking gaze, identifying potential future research avenues in this critical field. This foresight is essential in shaping the trajectory of advancements in breast cancer research and treatment. Tailor-made for a broad audience, including health professionals, scientists, researchers, health practitioners, and students, its thorough examination of current paradigms ensures that readers gain a nuanced understanding of the complexities involved in breast cancer.
  • Implementing R for Statistics

    • 1st Edition
    • Muhammad Imran + 3 more
    • English
    Implementing R for Statistics provides comprehensive coverage of basic statistical concepts using this important open-source programming language tool, from installing R and RStudio, to exploring its basic structure and uses, to extending some core functions such as vectors, basic mathematical operations, and data frames. The book will help readers understand the latest advances in the R programming language, as R allows for sophisticated and elegant data visualization. Illustrated examples are an integral part of the text, carefully designed to apply the core principles illustrated in the text to emerging topics in the field.The text also focuses on exploiting the flexible and user-friendly nature of R. Basic concepts and recent advances in the field, including understanding the R basics, as well as implementing and practicing them in statistics, are also covered. This first edition is an essential text for students, lecturers, data scientists, and applied researchers in all areas of statistics, as well as in related fields such as biostatistics, health care, finance, risk management, social sciences, market research, and environmental and climate research.
  • Revolutionizing Drug Development

    Harnessing AI and Computational Biology
    • 1st Edition
    • Jen-Tsung Chen
    • English
    Revolutionizing Drug Development: Harnessing AI and Computational Biology presents cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI) tools, such as machine- and deep-learning models and generative AI, to assist structure-based drug design and clinical trial design and integrate with drug development programs. This book summarizes technical advancements of AI-based technologies and computational biology approaches, highlighting their applications in developing new drugs through discovery, repurposing, and designing, for advancing R&D in the pharmaceutical industry and benefiting precision medicine. This book serves as an ideal reference for students, teachers, professors, and researchers in biological and biomedical sciences, particularly the topics related to bioinformatics, systems biology, pharmacology, and drug development. The readers can efficiently and precisely overview this burning field, which might inspire their future directions of research in drug development and AI-based digital biology.
  • Deep Learning for Cardiac Signal Analysis in Robotic Applications

    • 1st Edition
    • Kapil Gupta + 1 more
    • English
    Deep Learning for Cardiac Signal Analysis in Robotic Applications delves into the transformative role of artificial intelligence in enhancing robotic-assisted cardiovascular procedures. The book starts with the fundamentals of cardiac signals and deep learning, introducing key heart modalities, including the physiological underpinnings and challenges of signals like ECG and BCG and an overview of deep learning architectures relevant to signal processing. Pre-processing and feature extraction techniques are detailed to prepare readers for advanced analysis. Other sections focus on AI-enhanced cardiac signal analysis, covering arrhythmia detection, myocardial ischemia diagnostics, hypertension monitoring via BCG, and explainable AI approaches for fetal arrhythmia monitoring.The final section integrates AI with robotic cardiac surgery, addressing real-time signal integration, AI-guided intervention precision, intraoperative decision support, postoperative monitoring, and future trends in cardiac AI and robotic-assisted surgery. Addressing the complexities of heart signal interpretation amidst the dynamic environment of cardiac surgery, this book meets the critical need for a comprehensive resource that bridges deep learning advances with practical surgical applications. It responds to the challenge of understanding intricate bio-signals, such as ECG, VCG, and BCG, by providing clear explanations, case studies, and methodological insights tailored to improve surgical precision, safety, and patient outcomes.
  • Applied Science and Engineering of Wound Dressings and their Clinical Effectiveness

    From Design Principles to Physiological Performance
    • 1st Edition
    • Amit Gefen
    • English
    Applied Science and Engineering of Wound Dressings and their Clinical Effectiveness: From Design Principles to Physiological Performance addresses the measurable physical, chemical, biomaterial, fluid structure, mechanical and thermal characteristics that are imperative for a dressing to effectively treat acute and chronic wounds. Divided into two parts, the book discusses the properties of wound dressings, their structure, and how they interact with skin surfaces based on scientific investigation and testing. It also discusses potential tradeoffs, including associated costs of manufacturing, clinical performance characteristics of a dressing, e.g., ease of application and removal, the ability of the dressing to stay in place, and more.This book will be valuable for all professionals involved in the treatment of all types of wounds, including biomedical engineers, material scientists, clinicians across all the relevant medical disciplines, industrialists and regulatory professionals in the field of wound care, academics, scientists and entrepreneurs in the field of medical devices, and undergraduate and graduate bioengineering and medical engineering students who are interested in the structure and function of wound dressings.
  • Aflatoxin Management in Crops

    Challenges and Opportunities
    • 1st Edition
    • Sajad Majeed Zargar + 3 more
    • English
    Aflatoxin Management in Crops: Challenges and Opportunities provides a comprehensive look at current insights into aflatoxin contamination in agricultural crops and its effect on human health on global level. With insights from around the globe, it presents the latest advances in the understanding of the contamination and management strategies for aflatoxins in cereals, millets, oilseed, fruits, vegetables, and dairy products. Aflatoxin contamination in crops is a global threat that compromises the safety of food, feed, and also influence the agricultural economy and crop-dependent small scale industries. Crops can be contaminated during the process of harvesting, storing, and transporting by the fungi and leads to the productions of several mycotoxins. Aflatoxin can be extremely harmful if consumed, being linked to cancer-, immune-, and nutritionally related diseases. Aflatoxin Management in Crops: Challenges and Opportunities includes the biology of fungi and the chemistry behind the toxicity level of different aflatoxin strains as well as advances in detection techniques and management strategies. It concludes by exploring the different effects of aflatoxin on human health and regulatory laws to control its contamination.