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    • A Biorefinery Approach to Algal Biomass Conversion for Biofuels and Bioproducts

      • 1st Edition
      • March 3, 2025
      • Kaustubha Mohanty + 1 more
      • English
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      A Biorefinery Approach to Algal Biomass Conversation for Biofuels and Bioproducts presents a detailed overview of the processes and products of algal biomass within the concept of the circular economy. With a particular emphasis on biofuels, the book addresses the fundamentals and underlying concepts of biomass conversation processes, the equipment, and their advanced application for algal feedstocks. This includes the principles of biomass conversion processes, a complete profile of the generated biofuels, feed, food, and chemicals, the concept of integrated biorefinery based on micro and microalgae, and sustainability evaluations through technoeconomic analysis and life cycle analysis. Readers are supported by step-by-step guidance on methods and protocols, and decision-making diagrams and flowcharts, and examples of commercial successes. Offering a clear and comprehensive overview of algal biomass conversation to biofuels and related products, this book is an ideal reference for researches and faculty members looking to develop a deeper understanding of algal biofuels and related conversation processes or seeking a consistent and structured approach to the topic.
    • Phytochemicals for Health

      • 1st Edition
      • March 2, 2025
      • Marcello Locatelli + 3 more
      • English
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      Phytochemicals for Health presents the state of the art in the field of Phytochemicals. It highlights how, following the interactions of plants and the environment, an analytical approach for standardization and quality control is of fundamental importance to product quality control.Parts I and II cover the main problems relatied to natural products (plants, extraction, quantitative analysis, relationship with the surrounding environment). Part III presents the main classes of organic compounds identified and reported, and Part IV includes inorganic compounds. It also includes a chapter covering all the natural compounds that have become Active Principle Ingredients (API), highlighting next challenges.Phytochem... for Health is a valuable tool for senior scientists working in natural products field interested in investigating the correlation between chemical profile and biological activity in order to obtain a product that is safe for human health.
    • Comprehensive Green Materials

      • 1st Edition
      • March 1, 2025
      • Abdul Ghani Olabi
      • English
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      Green Materials are materials that are understood to have at least one of the two following attributes: sustainability or low environmental impact. Optimally, they have these two labels simultaneously.Compr... Green Materials, 3 volume set, is the first fully-integrated resource to provide a full and comprehensive source of information and knowledge for both researchers and practitioners around the world on the fundamental, characteristics, applications, latest developments and case studies of Green Materials. Each in-depth review chapter is written by internationally recognized experts and contributions come from scientists working in a broad range of topics, including materials science, green energy, green industry and construction, engineering and green chemistry.
    • Digital Twin, Blockchain, and Sensor Networks in the Healthy and Mobile City

      • 1st Edition
      • February 28, 2025
      • Tuan Anh Nguyen
      • English
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      In smart cities, information and communication technologies are integrated to exchange real-time data between citizens, governments, and organizations. Blockchain provides security for communication and transactions between multiple stakeholders. Digital twin refers to a simulation of physical products in a virtual space. This simulation fully utilizes the physical models, wireless sensor networks, and historical data of city operation to integrate big information (digital twin cities) under multidiscipline, multiphysical quantities, multiscale, and multiprobability.Dig... Twin, Blockchain, and Sensor Networks in the Healthy and Mobile City explores how digital twins and blockchain can be used in smart cities. Part 1 deals with their promising applications for healthy cities. Part 2 covers other promising applications and current perspectives of blockchain and digital twins for future smart society and smart city mobility. Together with its companion volume, Digital Twin and Blockchain for Sensor Networks in Smart Cities, this book helps to understand the vast amount of data around the city to encourage happy, healthy, safe, and productive lives.
    • Encyclopedia of Green Chemistry-

      • 1st Edition
      • February 28, 2025
      • Béla Török
      • English
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      Encyclopedia of Green Chemistry, Three Volume Set is an essential reference for researchers, students, and professionals seeking to advance their knowledge, contribute to a sustainable future, and stay at the forefront of green chemistry. Edited by esteemed experts and written by renowned contributors, the book provides in-depth knowledge on a broad range of topics in green chemistry. It provides a solid foundation for understanding sustainable chemical practices and offers valuable insights into advanced areas, including the green production of chemicals, biomass valorization, and emerging technologies.Compris... over 146 authoritative review chapters, across four volumes, the encyclopedia captures the latest advancements and future prospects in green chemistry from click chemistry to continuous flow synthesis, waste-derived solvents to sustainable solvents. The book fills the gap as the only contemporary and comprehensive major reference work in the field, bringing together the expert knowledge of multiple sub-disciplines.
    • Surgery and Education: Voices from the Seattle Programs, An issue of Clinics in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 42-2
      • February 27, 2025
      • Stephen A. Mariash
      • English
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      In this issue of Clinics in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery, guest editor Dr. Stephen A. Mariash brings his considerable expertise to the topic of Surgery and Education: Voices from the Seattle Programs. This issue is written by national and international educators who are affiliated with the well-known and respected Seattle surgical programs. Authors include faculty members and former residents and fellows from the Seattle programs who have each shared topics they are passionate about.
    • Computational Automation for Water Security

      • 1st Edition
      • February 27, 2025
      • Ashutosh Kumar Dubey + 4 more
      • English
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      Computational Automation for Water Security: Enhancing Water Quality Management is a comprehensive and insightful guide which explores the challenges posed by inefficient and outdated practices, presenting innovative solutions to enhance decision-making, optimizing water treatment processes, and ultimately improving environmental outcomes. Through the coverage of advanced computational techniques, such as data analysis, machine learning, and optimization strategies, readers will gain a deep understanding of how computational automation can revolutionize decision-making. This book is an invaluable resource for professionals, researchers, and policymakers seeking to stay at the forefront of water quality management practices, harnessing the power of computational automation for a cleaner, healthier future.
    • Congenital Anomalies, An Issue of Clinics in Plastic Surgery

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 52-2
      • February 27, 2025
      • Jesse Goldstein
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      In this issue of Clinics in Plastic Surgery, guest editor Dr. Jesse Goldstein brings his considerable expertise to the topic of Congenital Anomalies. Top experts in the field discuss key topics such as anesthetic considerations for pediatric patients with congenital anomalies; craniofacial clefts; orbital hypertelorism; congenital ear anomalies; vascular anomalies; and more.
    • Edelman and Kudzma's Canadian Health Promotion Throughout the Life Span

      • 2nd Edition
      • February 27, 2025
      • Marian Luctkar-Flude + 2 more
      • English
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      Gain the knowledge and skills you need to promote health and prevent disease in Canada! Edelman and Kudzma's Canadian Health Promotion Throughout the Life Span, Second Edition describes public health concepts from a Canadian perspective, helping you to improve community health and reduce health inequities within a diverse population. Covering the needs of each age and stage of life, this book discusses care of the individual, family, and community — all based on the latest research and trends in Canadian health promotion. New chapters address the timely topics of Indigenous health and 2SLGTBQI+ health. Written by respected Canadian educators Marian Luctkar-Flude, Shannon Dames, and Jane Tyerman, this book is the only Canadian nursing health promotion text on the market.
    • Blockchain and Supply Chain Management

      • 2nd Edition
      • February 26, 2025
      • Nir Kshetri
      • English
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      Blockchain and Supply Chain Management, Second Edition combines discussions of blockchain and supply chains, linking technologies such as artificial intelligence, Internet of Things, satellite imagery, and machine vision. The book examines blockchain’s basic concepts, relevant theories, and its roles in meeting key supply chain objectives. The book addresses problems related to inefficiency, opacity, and fraud, helping the digitization process, simplifying the value creation process, and facilitating collaboration. The book is balanced between blockchain and supply chain application and theory, covering the latest technological, organizational and regulatory developments in blockchain from a supply chain perspective.The book discusses the opportunities, barriers, and enablers of blockchain in supply chain policy, along with legal and ethical implications. The second edition has been thoroughly updated with a new chapter on the luxury good industry supply chains, as well as updated data and statistics; new examples, case studies, and In-Focus boxes; and added regularly updates throughout the book.As supply chain management faces massive disruption with the dynamic changes in global trade, the impact of Covid-19, and technological innovation, scholars, students, and researchers, as well as practitioners such as analysts, consultants, executives, engineers, and managers, will find this a valuable resource for addressing problems related to inefficiency, opacity, and fraud, helping the digitization process, simplifying the value creation process, and facilitating collaboration.