Books in Biotechnology

Feedback Control and Adaptive Learning in Optical-Tweezer Robotics

1st Edition
October 1, 2025
Xiang Li + 2 more
English

Feedback Control and Adaptive Learning in Optical-Tweezer Robotics is a comprehensive guide to merging robotic feedback control with optical trapping techniques in cell manipulation. It begins by providing foundational knowledge in dynamic modeling and control theory, essential for understanding optical-tweezer robotics' complexities. The book explores optical trapping principles, discussing traditional approaches' constraints and challenges. It then introduces a unified control methodology designed for dynamic adaptation to cell movement and escape scenarios, highlighting the importance of closed-loop control strategies in navigating the interaction between optical forces and robotic manipulation.Additio... the book delves into adaptive learning algorithms for real-time adjustments in unknown trapping stiffness, addressing challenges like limited field of view, stochastic disturbances, and handling multiple cells. It integrates open-access simulations and real-world experiments to reinforce theoretical concepts, offering practical examples. This unified approach's potential impact on biomedicine, biotechnology, and microscale robotics is emphasized, making it an invaluable resource for readers in these fields.

Secondary Metabolites in Stress and Disease Management

1st Edition
October 1, 2025
Amrita Srivastava + 1 more
English

Secondary Metabolites in Stress and Disease Management: A Natural Alternative explores the vast potential of microbial and plant secondary metabolites in combating stress and diseases. With three main sections, the book delves into the sources and diversity of these compounds, their detection and extraction methods, and their innovative applications in disease management. It emphasizes their inclusion in mainstream therapies, showcasing their role in a natural and effective approach to health. Additionally, the book discusses the mechanisms of action in symbiotic and competitive interactions, strategies for maximizing production, and their therapeutic impact on human health.Contributions from experts provide valuable insights for researchers, professors, students, and industry professionals in applied microbiology, biotechnology, biochemistry, pharmacology, and plant science.

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Healthcare

1st Edition
September 1, 2025
Arman Kilic
English
Paperback
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eBook
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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.

Handbook of Robotic and Image-Guided Surgery

2nd Edition
September 1, 2025
Mohammad Hossein Abedin Nasab
English
Hardback
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eBook
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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.

Machine Learning in MRI

1st Edition
Volume 13
September 1, 2025
Ing Thomas Kuestner + 3 more
English
Paperback
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eBook
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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.

Robotics and Artificial Intelligence for Reproductive Medicine

1st Edition
September 1, 2025
Guanqiao Shan + 3 more
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Robotics and Artificial Intelligence for Reproductive Medicine provides fundamental principles underpinning robotic and AI techniques used for reproductive medicine. The book provides the state-of-the-art technical advances in clinical infertility treatment, along with the outlook on future challenges and opportunities of robotics and AI in reproductive medicine. It covers robotics, AI, computer vision, biomedical engineering, and reproductive medicine.

Applied Mathematical Modeling for Biomedical Robotics and Wearable Devices

1st Edition
September 1, 2025
S. Sountharrajan + 3 more
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Applied Mathematical Modelling for Biomedical Robotics and Wearable Devices offers readers a comprehensive and practical exploration of the integration of mathematical modelling in biomedical engineering. It presents the application of mathematical concepts, particularly in the design and optimization of biomedical robots and wearable healthcare devices. Through practical examples and case studies, the book illustrates the real-world application of mathematical models. Emphasizing healthcare engineering principles and latest trends like biomedical sensors, robots and wearable devices in healthcare, readers will understand how engineering contributes to improving medical practices, patient outcomes, and overall healthcare delivery. The book presents theoretical concepts and practical applications, providing insights into the challenges and solutions encountered in applying mathematical principles to biomedical engineering problems. It highlights the interdisciplinary collaboration required in the field, recognizing the collaborative nature of biomedical engineering that involves professionals from diverse fields.

Advances in Applied Microbiology

1st Edition
Volume 132
September 1, 2025
Geoffrey M. Gadd + 1 more
English
Hardback
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eBook
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Advances in Applied Microbiology, Volume 132 presents a comprehensive exploration of the latest innovations in applied microbiology. The book delves into the diverse applications of microbiology across various industries, including agriculture, food production, biotechnology, environmental science, and healthcare. Through a collection of insightful chapters authored by experts in the field, readers are offered in-depth analyses of cutting-edge research, emerging trends, and practical applications of microbiological principles. From novel microbial technologies to the impact of microbiomes on human health and beyond, this book serves as a valuable resource for researchers, professionals, and students seeking to stay informed and inspired by the exciting advancements.

Federated Learning in Metaverse Healthcare

1st Edition
August 4, 2025
Shubham Mahajan + 1 more
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Federated Learning in Metaverse Healthcare: Personalized Medicine and Wellness explores the integration of the metaverse with healthcare, offering immersive experiences and personalized care. The book introduces federated learning, emphasizing its advantages over traditional centralized machine learning in healthcare. It provides a historical context and discusses the technological advancements that led to the emergence of metaverse healthcare. Privacy-preserving methods crucial for protecting sensitive healthcare data within federated learning environments are also examined, underscoring the importance of secure communication protocols. Other important points include the transformation of healthcare delivery through virtual environments, remote consultations, and immersive experiences.The role of telemedicine in facilitating remote diagnostics and consultations via virtual platforms, and the applications of augmented reality wearables for real-time health monitoring and wellness tracking are detailed. Additionally, the book discusses federated learning's ability to deliver personalized treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs, its role in predictive modeling for disease risks and prevention, as well as virtual health coaches offering personalized guidance for wellness management. The challenges and ethical dilemmas of metaverse healthcare and federated learning, along with potential solutions, are also considered.

Motion Control of Soft Robots

1st Edition
August 1, 2025
Wenyu Liang + 3 more
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Motion Control of Soft Robots provides an overview of the general concepts and most recent technological updates in soft robot motion control. The book provides systematic coverage of theoretical and practical aspects in system modeling and motion control strategies, presenting novel ideas, methods, and future outlook related to motion control of soft actuators and robots, including model-based control, model-free control, and bioinspired control. This book is useful for researchers, engineers, and students of robotics who can expect to learn how to design and implement various techniques to obtain solutions to control problems in soft robot control and nonlinear system control.

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