Books in Life sciences

Elsevier's Life Sciences collection helps researchers get comprehensive coverage and up-to-date information on the study of living organisms, their processes, and interrelationships, spanning disciplines like biology, genetics, and biochemistry, and addressing emerging trends such as genomics, biotechnology, and sustainability, essential for advancing knowledge and driving innovation in the field.

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Transketolases

1st Edition
Volume 724
December 5, 2025
Franck Charmantray
English

Transketolase is an ubiquitous enzyme which has not yet finished revealing all its secrets. This Methods in Enzymology: Transketolases volume is devoted to the description of cutting-edge methods to its study in biochemistry. Several topics are addressed by world experts in their field.The first part of this volume deals with transketolase at the cellular level. The latest scientific progress on human transketolase TKL1 in relation to certain diseases and to its inhibition are discussed including the involvement of this enzyme in new metabolic pathways or as a diagnostic biomarker.The second part focuses on transketolase at the molecular level. The structural and mechanistic aspects linked to this enzyme are addressed using several approaches including molecular modelling and crystallography, for example. Finally, the experimental methodological approaches relating to the use of transketolase as a tool of choice in biocatalysis is presented.

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.

Artificial Intelligence in e-Health Framework, Volume 2

1st Edition
December 1, 2025
Sudip Paul + 1 more
English

Artificial Intelligence in e-health Framework, Volume 2: Telemedicine Applications, Drug Delivery, Augmented Reality, and Robotics explores a variety of AI advances for solving issues in the healthcare industry. As Artificial Intelligence is increasingly incorporated into medical devices and procedures, it is critical to understand the formulations and basics of machine and deep learning as well as how to implement these advances into practice.This book specifically explores Artificial Intelligence developments in telemedicine applications, drug discovery and development, virtual and augmented reality uses, robotics, and AI in radiotherapy applications. Health professionals, scientists and researchers, students, and all who wish to broaden their knowledge in this advancing technology will find this to be a valuable resource and must-have reference.

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.

Cardiopulmonary Interactions in Sleep

1st Edition
December 1, 2025
Kyriakos Dimitriadis + 1 more
English

Cardiopulmonary Interactions in Sleep: Comprehensive Approaches to Mitral Regurgitation and Sleep-Disordered Breathing examines the correlation of these two serious pathologies. These conditions are commonly present in patients with cardiovascular disease and heart failure, and interrelated via various pathophysiological links, creating a vicious cycle of clinical deterioration. Interestingly, their coexistence not only contributes to disease severity, but increased mortality and adverse cardiovascular outcomes. Yet, there is currently no book covering the interplay between mitral regurgitation and sleep disordered breathing (obstructive sleep apnea/central sleep apnea). Thus, this book fills a gap in an emerging and promising field of research. This book offers a detailed description of diagnosis, as well as discussion of coexistent pathologies including arrhythmias and heart failure. As the focus of the book is the effect of interventional therapy, it is the first to discuss the effects of surgical and transcatheter techniques in sleep disordered breathing. The effects of these interventions on sleep apnea are analyzed, with respect to the positive effect on sleep apnea and the result of better sleep respiration, along with mitral valve repair.

Fundamentals of Cardiovascular Electrophysiology and Device Therapy

1st Edition
December 1, 2025
Indranill Basu Ray
English

"Handbook of Cardiac Electrophysiology: A Primer for the Uninitiated" is a first-of-its kind volume designed to meet readers where they are regarding their knowledge of the subject. For non-electrophysiolog... physicians, it simplifies the relevant diseases and includes laboratory practices and current therapies. This book offers clearly written electrophysiological information which can be utilized by medical professionals at all levels, from practicing cardiologists, to internists, to medical students. This book explicates topics such as how to manage cardiac electrophysiological diseases in the context of aging patients, and knowing when to refer patients for specialized care. In particular, those seeking information on device therapy, remote monitoring, and pharmacology will not be disappointed. Its format is such that it can be easily used as a reference title, as well as in clinical settings to impart rapid information on presenting cases. This will doubtless become the first book reached for by those wishing to learn more about any aspect of cardiac electrophysiology.

Cardiometabolic Dynamics

1st Edition
December 1, 2025
Yihua Bei + 1 more
English

Cardiometabolic Dynamics: A Deep Dive into Health and Disease is a penetrating exploration of the most consequential links between metabolic health and cardiovascular diseases. It explores the role of cellular and molecular mechanisms in metabolic dysregulation. Metabolic pathologies are often catalysts for cardiovascular diseases, including atherosclerosis, hypertension, myocardial infarction, cardiomyopathy, and heart failure. Of critical import is how healthy cardiometabolic dynamics help maintain cardiovascular wellness. Cardiometabolic Dynamics: A Deep Dive into Health and Disease emphasizes how metabolic imbalances (including lipid dysregulation, insulin resistance, protein homeostasis, mitochondrial dysfunction and gut microbiota) contribute to the development and progression of cardiovascular diseases. Cardiometabolic Dynamics: A Deep Dive into Health and Disease examines the impact of lifestyle changes on cardiovascular metabolism and health. It highlights the importance of diet, nutrition, and exercise in influencing cardiovascular metabolism, and their role in preventing and treating cardiovascular diseases. Emerging technologies in metabolic and cardiovascular research also feature prominently; the book delves into topics such as the use of omics technologies, genetic engineering, computational modeling, and wearable devices. The described technologies enhance understanding of metabolic disease mechanisms, and will revolutionize diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment of cardiovascular conditions. For anyone seeking to understand the critical yet underexplored relationship between metabolic dysfunction and the etiology of cardiometabolic health, this book is certain to be a compelling read.

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

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