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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.

    • Design and Applications of Cell-Free Systems Part B

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 219
      • February 1, 2026
      • English
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      Progress in Molecular Biology and Translational Science series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters. Each chapter is written by an international board of authors.
    • Transforming Global Healthcare Delivery

      • 1st Edition
      • February 1, 2026
      • Sandeep Reddy
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Transforming Global Healthcare Delivery: Leveraging Technology to Increase Accessibility and Affordability guides readers through the ongoing digital transformation of healthcare. The author makes the case for how tools like AI, telehealth, and data analytics can empower patients, connect underserved communities, and help health systems achieve the Quadruple Aim. Real-world examples along with the author's evaluations of digital health interventions showcase promising directions. The author argues realizing the full potential of new technologies requires corresponding advancement of care delivery models towards team-based, coordinated practice and spotlights innovative programs trailing shared appointments, community health workers, remote monitoring and more that can expand access and better meet individual needs. With authoritative analysis grounded in both research and practice, this book serves as a practical roadmap for digitally enabled, patient-centred care capable of delivering improved outcomes to all. Dr. Reddy has over 25 years of international experience as a clinician, researcher, and health system leader; offering an unmatched perspective on leveraging technology to enable patient-centred, value-based care. Transforming Global Healthcare Delivery: Leveraging Technology to Increase Accessibility and Affordability draws on extensive qualifications across medicine, public health, management, and informatics.
    • Recent Advances in Bioelectromagnetism and Subtle Energies

      • 1st Edition
      • February 1, 2026
      • Jan Martel
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Recent Advances in Bioelectromagnetism and Subtle Energies: Implications for Health and Disease investigates bioelectromagnetism, providing researchers with the latest information on the biological effects of electromagnetic fields and its impact on human health, disease development and potential treatment. The book explores a range of topics, including the effects of natural electromagnetic fields on humans, the human biofield, coherence in human health, quantum biology and magnetoreception. It also focuses on the impact of anthropogenic electromagnetic radiation on humans and other organisms. The correlation between electromagnetism and mental health, and the use of transcranial magnetic stimulation for cognitive function and brain inflammation are also investigated. Recent Advances in Bioelectromagnetism and Subtle Energies: Implications for Health and Disease offers an invaluable, up-to-date overview of the current developments in the field of biolelectromagnetism in relation to human health, providing an ideal reference for researchers working in this area.
    • Immuno-oncology and Immunotherapy Part F

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 201
      • January 15, 2026
      • English
      • Hardback
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      Radiation Oncology and Radiotherapy Part B, Volume 174 of Methods in Biology series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters. Each chapter is written by an international board of authors.
    • Cell Shape and Position during Development

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 166
      • January 15, 2026
      • English
      • Hardback
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      Cell Shape and Position during Development, Volume 166 provides a comprehensive overview of the fundamental roles that cell morphology and spatial organization play in the development of multicellular organisms. This volume brings together leading experts in developmental biology, cell biology, and biophysics to explore how cells acquire specific shapes. Chapters in this new release include Cell shape changes during sperm-egg interactions, Cell shape and position during organ development, Regulation of shape and position during asymmetric cell division, Cell shape dynamics during mouse peri-implantation development and embryo dormancy, Shaping the intestine: the role of cell morphology and spatial dynamics in development, and more.Additional sections Intermediate filaments in cell shape and position, Regulation of adult stem cell behavior by cytoskeletal dynamics and cell shape, Shape changes in gastrulation, and more.
    • Lipids and Membranes: Metabolism, Lipidation, and Lipid-Protein Interactions

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 728
      • January 10, 2026
      • English
      • Hardback
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      Lipids and Membranes: Metabolism, Lipidation, and Lipid-Protein Interactions, Volume 729 provides a broad snapshot of state-of-the-art methods for studying biological lipids and biomembranes. Sections in this new release cover De novo chemoenzymatic construction of lipid membranes, Photoaffinity labeling for cholesterol metabolism, Expression and Characterization of Phospholipase Cb and Ce enzymes, Assembling Retromer-coated membrane tubules for in vitro structure-function studies, Quantitative analysis of S-acylation, Inhibition of palmitoyltransferase... Exploiting protein lipidation to create peptide-based biomaterials, and much more.Additional sections discuss Optogenetic control of lipid-modifying enzyme activity using LOV domain insertions, Chemoproteomics approaches for inhibition of diacylglycerol kinases, Inhibition of sterol transfer protein function, Preparation of K-Ras4B containing synthetic modifications via expressed protein ligation, Regulation of lipin enzymes on membranes, Use of novel synthetic analogues to decipher the interactions of phosphatidic acids species, Analyzing lipid-nuclear receptor interactions, and much more.
    • Molecular Biology Techniques

      • 5th Edition
      • January 6, 2026
      • Sue Carson + 3 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Molecular Biology Techniques: A Classroom Laboratory Manual, Fifth Edition, is an in-depth laboratory manual for upper-level undergraduates and beginning graduate students in the general field of molecular biology techniques and biochemical applications. Presented as a series of coordinated experiments that mimics either a one- or two-semester research experience, the book also provides theories and explanations behind the techniques. Topics include manipulation of recombinant DNA, protein expression and purification, analysis of mRNA levels, mammalian cell culture techniques, CRISPR-mediated gene knockdown, and more. New topics, such as Gibson assembly experiments, have also been included. For instructors, the book contains easy to follow guides and preparation lists, designed to facilitate lab setup and pre-lab questions for use as a teaching tool.
    • Applied Science and Engineering of Wound Dressings and their Clinical Effectiveness

      • 1st Edition
      • January 1, 2026
      • Amit Gefen
      • English
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      Applied Science and Engineering of Wound Dressings and their Clinical Effectiveness: From Design Principles to Physiological Performance addresses the measurable physical, chemical, biomaterial, fluid structure, mechanical and thermal characteristics that are imperative for a dressing to effectively treat acute and chronic wounds. Divided into two parts, the book discusses the properties of wound dressings, their structure, and how they interact with skin surfaces based on scientific investigation and testing. It also discusses potential tradeoffs, including associated costs of manufacturing, clinical performance characteristics of a dressing, e.g., ease of application and removal, the ability of the dressing to stay in place, and more.This book will be valuable for all professionals involved in the treatment of all types of wounds, including biomedical engineers, material scientists, clinicians across all the relevant medical disciplines, industrialists and regulatory professionals in the field of wound care, academics, scientists and entrepreneurs in the field of medical devices, and undergraduate and graduate bioengineering and medical engineering students who are interested in the structure and function of wound dressings.
    • Gross Pathology Atlas

      • 1st Edition
      • January 1, 2026
      • Neda Zarrin-Khameh
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Gross Pathology Atlas: A Guide to Gross Specimen Evaluation is a novel reference dedicated to 'gross' images. Gross pathology is the branch of pathology that deals with the examination and diagnosis of diseases through the observation of organs, tissues, and bodily fluids with the naked eye, without the aid of a microscope. It involves the examination of specimens obtained during surgery, autopsy, or biopsy. This book serves as an essential tool for diagnosing diseases. By observing macroscopic features, pathologists can identify diseases or conditions affecting various organs and tissues for example, to detect tumors, inflammation, infections, and degenerative changes. Gross pathology specimens serve as invaluable teaching aids for medical students, residents, and healthcare professionals. They provide tangible examples of disease manifestations, facilitating the understanding of pathological processes. Moreover, gross pathology specimens are essential for research purposes, allowing scientists to study disease mechanisms, develop new treatments, and advance medical knowledge.
    • Quantum Computing in Medicine

      • 1st Edition
      • January 1, 2026
      • Don Roosan
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Quantum Computing in Medicine: Transforming Drug Discovery, Protein Folding, and Genomics Research through Artificial Intelligence Integration offers an insightful examination of the groundbreaking role of quantum computing in revolutionizing aspects of the medical industry. This book focuses on the profound impact that quantum computational capabilities are poised to have on drug discovery, protein folding, and, notably, genomics research. It outlines the fundamental principles of quantum computing and its complementary relationship with artificial intelligence (AI), highlighting their combined potential to solve intricate biological problems with unparalleled speed compared to traditional computational methods. Special emphasis is placed on the advancements and research efforts in leveraging quantum algorithms for the analysis of genetic data, the acceleration of genomic sequencing processes, and the enhancement of personalised medicine strategies. By providing a thorough exploration of practical applications and the current state of quantum computing in genomics, the book navigates through the challenges and ethical implications of integrating these forward-thinking technologies into healthcare systems. Aimed at professionals, scholars, and enthusiasts within the realms of medicine, computer science, and quantum physics, "Quantum Computing in Medicine" offers a forward-looking perspective on the future of genomics research and healthcare, illuminated by the innovative light of quantum computing and AI.