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  • Biliary Tract Neoplasms

    • 1st Edition
    • Timothy M. Pawlik + 1 more
    • English
    Biliary Tract Neoplasms is a state-of-art reference of the multimodality management of bile duct cancer written by leaders in the field. As targeted therapy and clinical trials in this field are exploding, and the incidence of the disease is increasing, now is the time to address the topic in practical manner. This reference addresses surgical approaches to biliary neoplasms, targeted personalized systemic approaches to biliary neoplasms, and other treatment modalities such as radiotherapy and ablation. It is intended for scientists, researchers, clinicians, practicing surgeons, surgical oncologists, transplant surgeons as well as fellows/residents in the surgical space.The book's translational nature and impact of basic science findings that have informed targeted therapy for biliary neoplasms provide the very latest data on surgery, medical, imaging, and multi-modality care of biliary neoplasm to educate and inform care of this patient population.
  • Advances in Microbial Nanotechnology

    Fundamentals and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Charles Oluwaseun Adetunji + 4 more
    • English
    Advances in Microbial Nanotechnology: Fundamentals and Applications provides a comprehensive discussion of microbial methodologies in the preparation of nanoscale materials. This valuable resource delves into their diverse applications across various fields, including environment, energy, pharmaceutical and biomedical sciences, as well as the food and agriculture sectors. Aimed at researchers and scientists, this book serves as an essential guide for those seeking a thorough understanding of the potential applications arising from the intersection of microbiology and nanotechnology.
  • Parkinsonian Syndromes and Sleep, An Issue of Sleep Medicine Clinics

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 20-3
    • K. Ray Chaudhuri + 1 more
    • English
    In this issue of Sleep Medicine Clinics, guest editors Drs. Ray Chaudhury, Karolina Poplowska-Domaszewic... and Naomi Limbachiya bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Synucleinopathies and Sleep. Patients with synucleinopathies often experience disrupted sleep patterns, such as insomnia, excessive daytime sleepiness, REM sleep behavior disorder, and sleep fragmentation. These sleep disturbances can have a significant impact on overall quality of life, and understanding and managing them are crucial aspects of appropriate and effective care and treatment plans.
  • Current Advances in Solid-State Fermentation

    Current Developments in Biotechnology and Bioengineering
    • 2nd Edition
    • Ashok Pandey + 3 more
    • English
    Current Advances in Solid-State Fermentation: Current Developments in Biotechnology and Bioengineering, Second Edition offers a detailed examination of the latest advancements in solid-state fermentation. This comprehensive overview covers scientific, technological, and engineering progress within the bioprocessing field. Key topics include bioreactor designs, fermentation processes, genetically modified microbes, process modeling and optimization, extraction techniques, and media preparation. The book's historical perspective, coupled with its discussion on bioprocess systems and kinetics, sets the stage for understanding the fundamentals and applications of solid-state fermentation.Additio... the book emphasizes the integration of modern technologies such as artificial intelligence-based modeling and intelligent control systems to meet industry demands and foster future advancements. It serves as an essential resource for researchers and students, providing a single point of reference from laboratory to industrial applications. The text also highlights the importance of key principles for analysis, optimization, and design, ensuring it remains a valuable reference in the field.
  • Metaverse in the Healthcare Industry

    Potential Applications, Tools, and Techniques
    • 1st Edition
    • Hemachandran Kannan + 4 more
    • English
    Metaverse in the Healthcare Industry: Potential Applications, Tools, and Techniques explores the intersection of rapidly evolving metaverse technology and its implications for the healthcare sector. The book provides a comprehensive overview of virtual and augmented reality, artificial intelligence, and other immersive technologies that have gained significant attention within the context of the metaverse in healthcare. It emphasizes how these technologies can revolutionize healthcare by enabling virtual clinics, patient education, remote medical training, therapeutic interventions, and much more. By bringing together diverse perspectives, it contributes to the ongoing discourse on the future of healthcare delivery and innovation.This book also delves into technical aspects of metaverse development and its integration with existing healthcare systems. It discusses ethical considerations and challenges associated with implementing metaverse technologies in healthcare settings. Additionally, it highlights the potential to reshape the healthcare landscape by fostering innovation, improving patient care, and revolutionizing medical training and research. Readers will gain insights into applications, tools, and techniques for leveraging the metaverse to create more effective and accessible healthcare solutions.
  • Nanomedicine Advancements and Intersectional Perspectives for Women's Health

    • 1st Edition
    • Pankaj Sharma + 1 more
    • English
    Nanomedicine Advancements and Intersectional Perspectives for Women's Health provides detailed insights and innovative treatments that specifically address health issues that women face. It provides valuable information and practical solutions based on scientific evidence providing comprehensive information about nanomedicine advancements specifically targeted towards improving health outcomes. It offers clear explanations of complex medical concepts in nanomedicine in a reader-friendly manner to help bridge the knowledge gap on this topic. By providing clear explanations, real-life examples, and practical insights, it empowers readers with valuable information that can help healthcare professionals make informed decisions working in relevant fields as well as researchers new to the field.
  • PEEK Blends and Composites

    Synthesis, Processing, and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Kuruvilla Joseph + 3 more
    • English
    PEEK Blends and Composites: Synthesis, Processing, and Applications provides a comprehensive overview of the preparation methods and processing techniques of PEEK related materials and composites, and their main applications in various fields. This book serves as a valuable resource for materials scientists and engineers seeking comprehensive knowledge on a diverse range of innovative PEEK materials. It offers in-depth information and analysis of their properties, synthesis techniques, manufacturing processes, improved characteristics, and numerous applications.
  • Metal Alloys for Hydrogen Storage Applications

    Solid-State Hydrogen Storage in Metal-Based Materials
    • 1st Edition
    • API Popoola + 1 more
    • English
    Metal Alloys for Hydrogen Storage Applications: Solid-State Hydrogen Storage in Metal-Based Materials provides an overview of the fundamentals, mechanics, processing, and application of various metal alloys, intermetallics, metal matrix composites, metal oxides, and other lightweight metal materials for use in hydrogen storage. Titanium-based, magnesium-based, binary type, and high entropy alloys are each covered, as are hydrogen bonding systems, the effects of alloy microstructure on hydrogen storage capacity and efficiency, alloy modifiers, and coatings and additives for alloys. Modeling techniques and approaches to additive manufacturing of components for hydrogen energy storages are also outlined, and various applications are included throughout.
  • Atlas of Ultrasound-Guided Regional Anesthesia

    • 4th Edition
    • Andrew T. Gray
    • English
    **Selected for 2026 Doody's Core Titles in Anesthesiology & Pain Medicine**Written by one of the pioneers of the use of ultrasound to guide needle placement, Dr. Andrew T. Gray’s Atlas of Ultrasound-Guided Regional Anesthesia, 4th Edition, remains the reference of choice for clinicians who use ultrasound-guided technology to administer regional blocks. Step-by-step videos and images, board-style review questions, and discussions of new blocks make this highly respected title a must-have reference for anesthesiologists, pain medicine specialists, nurse anesthetists, and emergency physicians-anyone who requires expert guidance on the latest methods to ensure safe and effective needle placement.
  • Meeting SDGs in Smart City Infrastructures

    Federation, Interoperability, and Discoverability
    • 1st Edition
    • Manas Pradhan
    • English
    Meeting SDGs in Smart City Infrastructures: Federation, Interoperability, and Discoverability explores the current state-of-the-art practices in smart city digitization and governance processes, aligning with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. It discusses the pros and cons of various methods, standards, and initiatives involved in the digital transformation of cities from policy-maker, implementer, and end-user perspectives. Utilizing real-world use cases from cities worldwide, the book highlights their goals, adopted measures, and their outcomes. It provides guidelines for achieving long-term service federation, interoperability, and discoverability while keeping the UN SDGs in perspective.This resource is invaluable for practitioners and researchers in the smart city domain and will help them better understand existing and evolving technologies and formulate their processes to provide sustainable models for urban development.