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Books in Biotechnology

Exploring genetic engineering, cell culture, and bioprocessing, this collection supports researchers and industry professionals developing new therapies, diagnostics, and sustainable bio products. It features innovative techniques, case studies, and regulatory considerations, enabling advancements in healthcare, agriculture, and environmental solutions within a rapidly evolving biotech landscape.

  • Machine Learning in MRI

    From Methods to Clinical Translation
    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 13
    • Thomas Kuestner + 3 more
    • English
    Machine Learning in MRI: From Methods to Clinical Translation, Volume Thirteen in theAdvances in Magnetic Resonance Technology and Applications series presents state-of-the-art machine learning methods in magnetic resonance imaging that can shape and impact the future of patient treatment and planning. Common methods and strategies along the processing chain of data acquisition, image reconstruction, image post-processing, and image analysis of these imaging modalities are presented and illustrated. The book focuses on applications and anatomies for which machine learning methods can bring, or have already brought. Ideas and concepts on how processing could be harmonized and used to provide deployable frameworks that integrate into the clinical workflows are also considered.Pitfalls and current limitations are discussed in the context of how they could be overcome to cater for clinical needs, making this an ideal reference for medical imaging researchers, industry scientists and engineers, advanced undergraduate and graduate students, and clinicians. By giving an interdisciplinary presentation and discussion on the obstacles and possible solutions for the clinical translation of machine learning methods, this book enables the evolution of machine learning in medical imaging for the next decade.

  • Handbook of Robotic and Image-Guided Surgery

    • 2nd Edition
    • Mohammad Hossein Abedin Nasab
    • English
    Handbook of Robotic and Image-Guided Surgery, Second Edition provides an update on state-of-the-art systems and methods for robotic and computer-assisted surgeries. Written by leading researchers from academia and industry, this new edition includes over 700 illustrations, flowcharts, diagrams, and dedicated multimedia content across all chapters.This new edition also includes introductory chapters which discuss the fundamental concepts in robotics and image-guided surgery. Through its coverage of basic concepts and recent advances across all subspecialties, the book serves as a vital and comprehensive reference for engineers, surgeons, and researchers in the life science and healthcare world interested in surgical robotics.Fusing engineering, radiology, and surgical principles into one book, this new edition also includes coverage of new surgical devices and new surgical robotic systems, expanding the number of chapters from 39 to more than 50. Biomedical engineers, mechanical engineers, electrical and computer engineers, medical and engineering students, and surgeons in the field of surgical robotics and image-guided surgery will benefit from this comprehensive reference, written by global experts from across academia and industry.

  • Video Health Monitoring in Hospitals

    • 1st Edition
    • Wenjin Wang + 3 more
    • English
    Video Health Monitoring in Hospitals discusses the emergence of camera-based, contactless physiological measurement as a groundbreaking solution in healthcare monitoring. The book highlights the technology's non-invasiveness, capacity for continuous and long-term monitoring, and its ability to capture not only vital signs but also contextual information and behaviors. A unique aspect of this book is its rich set of compelling healthcare applications that will attract broader audiences (including researchers, engineers, clinicians, and students) from multidisciplinary fields.Finally, the book discusses the role of artificial intelligence in enhancing healthcare applications and aims to engage the healthcare industry in adopting this innovative approach to improve patient care and outcomes.

  • Emerging Trends in Medical Robotics

    Technologies, Innovations and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Parveen Kumar + 2 more
    • English
    Emerging Trends in Medical Robotics: Technologies, Innovations and Applications, provides an overview of medical robotics, including fundamentals, a bibliometrics review, and essential elements. Other sections delve into emerging technologies such as the Internet of Medical Robots Things (IoMRT), artificial intelligence-driven medical robots, robotic cyber-physical systems, cybersecurity considerations, and the integration of digital twin technology.This book explore various applications of medical robots in surgery, healthcare management, diagnostics imaging, pharmacy and medication dispensing, hospital logistics, ethical considerations, future prospects, and challenges in the field.

  • Fundamentals and Applications of Nanobiotechnology

    • 1st Edition
    • Basanta Kumara Behera
    • English
    Fundamentals and Applications of Nanobiotechnology offers a discussion on the integration of nanotechnology and biotechnology research and the industrial potential of nanobiotechnology across diverse sectors, such as the medical sciences, agriculture, cosmetics, and food sciences. Topics include the significance of biological nanoparticles, the different types of bionanoparticles, their structural interactions with biological systems, mechanisms of nanoparticle entry, and their applications in drug development, food sciences, agriculture, and cosmetics. Additionally, the book addresses the challenges, perspectives, and ethical considerations surrounding nanobiotechnology, offering a holistic view of the field's potential impact on society and the environment.Through detailed discussions and practical insights, this book serves as a resource for researchers, industry professionals, and students seeking to navigate the complexities of designing, commercializing, and utilizing nanobiotechnology-ba... products across various industries.

  • Flexible Constant-Force Robotic Manipulators

    Design and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Qingsong Xu
    • English
    Flexible Constant-Force Robotic Manipulators: Design and Applications offers a comprehensive survey of recent designs of flexible constant-force robotic manipulators, focusing on their applications in biomedical fields. The book presents innovative design approaches, including flexure mechanisms and bistable beams that enable compliant constant-force and constant-torque motion. Key topics include constant-force gripper designs for biological sample manipulation, polishing end-effectors for robotic manufacturing, and manipulators for ultrasound imaging that maintain consistent contact with the human body. This book defines the roles of these manipulators in biological cell manipulation, part polishing, ultrasound imaging, and healthcare, aiming to improve the quality of life. It is suitable for beginners, providing fundamental principles of compliant mechanism-based flexible robotics, and for advanced audiences, offering in-depth descriptions of state-of-the-art techniques. Readers will gain insights into the current limitations and future directions of robotic technology in precision medical treatment, making it a valuable resource for both newcomers and experienced professionals in the field.

  • Recent Advances in Hemodynamics and Blood Mimetics

    • 1st Edition
    • João Mário Rodrigues Miranda + 4 more
    • English
    Recent Advances in Hemodynamics and Blood Mimetics is a comprehensive compilation of recent developments in biofluid mechanics and biomimetics, covering topics such as numerical modeling, biomedical applications of microfluidics, biomimetic flows, biomedicine applications, and organ-on-chip technology. The book explores blood hemodynamics at different scales, including application to diseases, the relationship between blood biomechanics and rheology, the mimetization of blood properties at arterial and capillary level, including the study of blood mechanical and flow properties, flow and surface properties of blood cells, and mimetization of these same properties in fluid/particle systems.These concepts are applied to the development of organ-on-chip to improve the replication of biological processes in the human body. The book organizes recent knowledge on hemodynamics and blood mimetics and is representative of the different lines of research in the field, showing an integrated view of blood biomechanics encompassing all scales to create a valuable resource where different research lines can be found and their principles understood.

  • Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Healthcare

    • 1st Edition
    • Arman Kilic
    • English
    Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Healthcare discusses the potential of groundbreaking technologies on the delivery of care. A lot have been said about how artificial intelligence and machine learning can improve healthcare, however there are still many doubts and concerns among health professionals, all of which are addressed in this book. Sections cover History and Basic Overview of AI and ML, with differentiation of supervised, unsupervised and deep learning, Applications of AI and ML in Healthcare, The Future of Healthcare with AI, Challenges to Adopting AI in Healthcare, and ethics and legal processes for implementation.This book is a valuable resource for bioinformaticians, clinicians, graduate students and several members of biomedical field who needs to get up to speed on the revolutionary role of AI and Machine Learning in healthcare.

  • Advances in Bioelectromagnetism

    Innovations and Applications in Healthcare
    • 1st Edition
    • Tuan Anh Nguyen
    • English
    Advances in Bioelectromagnetism: Innovations and Applications in Healthcare offers a comprehensive exploration of bio-waves—natural electromagnetic signals generated by living cells, tissues, and organisms. Delving into core principles, such as the natural frequency of human bio-waves, the book examines how these waves interact with external electromagnetic fields. It presents groundbreaking research and applications, emphasizing technologies like brain-computer interfaces, electroencephalograp... and bioresonance therapy that leverage bio-wave modifications for the diagnosis and treatment of various health conditions. The book also highlights future directions in the field, including real-time bio-wave monitoring powered by advanced digital signal processing and AI-driven machine learning algorithms.It serves as a vital resource for academic researchers, biomedical professionals, and entrepreneurs in biomedical engineering, biophysics, biotechnology, and smart healthcare. By addressing gaps in existing literature, this work fosters innovation and sets new directions for bio-wave research and healthcare applications.

  • Green Flexible Electronics for Sustainable Healthcare

    • 1st Edition
    • Anitha Velu + 4 more
    • English
    Flexible electronics, or flex circuits, involve the construction of electrical circuits using flexible plastic substrates, such as polyimide, PEEK, or transparent conductive polyester sheets. Flexible electronic assemblies are made using a variety of manufacturing techniques, including printing, laminating, and deposition, which enables the circuit board to bend or take on a desired shape. They allow the user to create extremely flexible, light-weight, and thin electronic components such as batteries, screens, and sensors. Green Flexible Electronics for Sustainable Healthcare discusses incorporating flexible and printed electronics in the field of sustainable healthcare. It details how to utilise natural materials in the design, fabrication and application of flexible electronic-based wearables and sensors. It also offers a detailed analysis of the effects and challenges of integrating flexible electronics within the healthcare ecosystem. Green Flexible Electronics for Sustainable Healthcare considers the implications of the advances in flexible electronics with regards data privacy, security and scalability.

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