Books in Molecular biology cellular biology and genetics

Site Specific and Global Epigenomic Editing

1st Edition
Volume 33
December 1, 2025
Trygve Tollefsbol + 1 more
English
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Site Specific and Global Epigenomic Editing: Principles and Applications, Volume 33 highlights the expanding role that epigenetics plays in pathogenesis, the full range of sites for possible epigenetic modification, and the potential to target these sites to modulate disease progression. The book answers key questions, including which of the hundreds of epigenomic marks and features are relevant, and which are likely to serve a role in regulating gene expression, cell behavior and phenotypic outcomes. This volume is the first to provide a thorough, conceptual introduction to epigenetic regulation and a thorough accounting of sites for possible epigenetic edits and disease modulation.Included protocols and applied case studies examine early disease targets and likely pathways of therapeutic significance while also outlining common challenges in the field. The book addresses its topic in a comprehensive, but accessible manner, highlighting practical tools and burning questions remaining in the field to enable fresh research.

Radiation Biology

1st Edition
December 1, 2025
Barry S. Rosenstein + 1 more
English

Radiation Biology explores a range of molecular processes that lead to specific responses to radiation. Topics covered include radiation-Induced DNA damages and repair processes, molecular pathways of cell death, molecular signaling in irradiated cells, and cell response to radiation. The book also explores cell cycle control, immunotherapy and radiation effects on the immune system, tumor microenvironment and metabolism, and epigenetics. Later chapters consider multiple topics in cancer biology, such as chemotherapeutic agents, radiation carcinogenesis, hallmarks of cancer, as well as responses to radiation at the tissue, organ and whole-body scale. This book provides an up to date and detailed overview of the latest advances in the field of radiation biology and its impact at a molecular scale, acting as an ideal reference for researchers working in molecular biology, oncology, and related fields.

Methods for the Study of Microbial Biofilms

1st Edition
December 1, 2025
Abhishek Guldhe + 2 more
English

Methods for the study of microbial biofilms: Current Trends and Recent Advancements provides a detailed overview of the latest techniques for the study of biofilms. The book explores a wide range of methods for the characterization and study of cells within biofilms, including microscopy techniques, genomic approaches, transcriptomics, proteomic and proteogenomic tools. Computational and mathematical modelling are also covered.Chapters investigate the physiology of biofilm cells, gene expression pathways related to the formation, maturation and dispersion of biofilms, and molecular factors governing the biofilm formation and development, providing an overview of techniques that can be used at the cellular and molecular level. This book provides a broad overview of the biofilm field, along with the range of techniques that can be used to study and better understand them.

Application of Python in the Healthcare Technology

1st Edition
December 1, 2025
Praveen Kumar M
English
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Application of Python in Healthcare Technology: Medical Data Analysis and Developing ML/AI Models provides comprehensive coverage of the Python programming language from a medical-based perspective. With a strong focus on utility-based learning rather than technical-based learning of Python, this title clarifies how the application of Python in the healthcare technology industry has a meaningful impact on patient care through the development of deep learning models for early prediction of diseases and the development of Clinical Decision Support System (CDS). In 13 chapters, an extensive range of topics pertaining to the intersection of Python and medical sciences is covered.Coverage defines how to set up an environment to work with python, describes Python class, methods, and functions, explains both basic and advanced statistical analysis in Python, and provides a tool to assist in the development of deep learning models such as API, Git, Github, NumPy, Pandas, and SciPy.

Genome Editing and Nanotechnology-Based Treatment for Breast Cancers

1st Edition
December 1, 2025
Amna Aqeel + 1 more
English

Genome Editing and Nanotechnology-Based Treatment for Breast Cancers delves deeply into the multifaceted nature of breast cancer. It begins with a thorough introduction to the disease, detailing its histological and molecular subtypes and then moves on to explain methods for early detection and imaging techniques. The book also explores various treatment options, focusing on innovative technologies like genome editing and nanotechnology. In its nine sections, the book probes the elements that contribute to breast cancer metastasis and discusses the potential of genome editing tools for creating tailor-made drugs.Users will find this to be a crucial resource for researchers, graduate students in cancer research and bioinformatics, oncologists, and anyone seeking to expand their understanding of the field.

Advances in Cancer Research

1st Edition
Volume 168
December 1, 2025
Paul B. Fisher + 1 more
English

Advances in Cancer Research series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters. Each chapter is written by an international board of authors

Proteomics in Cell Communication

1st Edition
Volume 200
December 1, 2025
Jacob Smith
English

Proteomics in Cell Communication offers a comprehensive exploration of the dynamic field of proteomics and its vital role in understanding cellular communication. This book delves into the intricate networks of proteins that facilitate communication within and between cells, highlighting the latest advancements in proteomic technologies and methodologies.Reader... will gain insights into how proteomics is transforming our understanding of cellular signaling pathways, intercellular interactions, and the molecular basis of various physiological and pathological processes. The book covers a range of topics, including the identification and quantification of proteins involved in cell communication, the impact of post-translational modifications, and the integration of proteomic data with other omics approaches.

Lifestyle Epigenomics

1st Edition
November 1, 2025
Ana B Crujeiras
English
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Lifestyle Epigenomics, a new volume in the Translational Epigenetics series, comprehensively details the interplay between lifestyle factors and epigenetic modifications associated with the onset of noncommunicable diseases and aging, shedding light on potential preventive and therapeutic strategies for disease from an epigenomics perspective. Here, more than 35 international experts in the field consider how lifestyle choices or habits can condition or prevent disease, along with tools for new research, from bioinformatics methodology to non-invasive sampling.Early, foundational chapters are followed by all-inclusive sections on epigenetic machinery in health and disease; dietary factors and epigenetics; adiposity and physical activity and epigenetics; psychological stress, social environment, toxins and contaminants exposure effects on epigenetics; and transgenerational and childhood epigenetics. To support understanding, each chapter includes a summary and key points lists, terms and definition, as well as research case studies outlining core components of recent studies, detailing their conditions, research techniques involved, and outcomes.

Artificial Intelligence Based Primary Care

1st Edition
November 1, 2025
Anthony C. Chang + 4 more
English

Artificial Intelligence Based Primary Care: Artificial Intelligence and Human Cognition in General Practice and Family Medicine provides a comprehensive look into the integration of artificial intelligence within primary care. This book aims to bridge the gap between data scientists and primary care clinicians by presenting potential AI applications, implementation challenges, and real-world clinical scenarios in an accessible manner. Comprised of 5 sections and 20 chapters, it offers both theoretical insights and practical guidance for family medicine practitioners.Additi... the book includes a chapter dedicated to a day in the life of a General Practitioner, showcasing the practical impact of AI. It also features an extra compendium listing the Top 100 articles and best books on Artificial Intelligence. This resource is invaluable for academics, researchers, and clinicians eager to expand their knowledge in this emerging field.

Nanomedicine and Nutrigenomics

1st Edition
November 1, 2025
Yugal Kishore Mohanta + 2 more
English

Nanomedicine and Nutrigenomics: Pioneering the Future of Health offers a comprehensive introduction to nanomedicine and nutrigenomics, ensuring readers grasp the fundamental concepts, techniques, and applications. The book provides an overview of nanotechnology, nanomaterials, and gene-nutrient interactions, paving the way for understanding the potential healthcare applications of these groundbreaking methodologies. It emphasizes the synergy between nanomedicine and nutrigenomics, showcasing how they can optimize health outcomes and delving into nanotechnology's role in enhancing drug delivery systems, diagnostics, and therapeutics, while also highlighting personalized nutrition interventions based on genetic makeup. The book addresses future advancements, ethical implications, and challenges, presenting a holistic view.

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