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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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    • Robotic Platforms for Minimally Invasive Surgery

      • 1st Edition
      • November 1, 2025
      • Juan Sánchez-Margallo + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Robotic Platforms for Minimally Invasive Surgery introduces the scientific community to the most popular robotic platforms for minimally invasive surgery in a more exhaustive way, allowing the readers to learn both the technical features as well as functional aspects of these platforms. This book also discusses viability, safety and efficacy of these platforms in surgical application, and is focused on users who are starting in the field of robotic surgery, both in the disciplines of laparoscopic and endoscopic surgery, as well as in microsurgery.An overview of the most widespread robotic platforms for minimally invasive surgery.

    • Applications of Biosensors in Healthcare

      • 1st Edition
      • January 23, 2025
      • Md Saquib Hasnain + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Applications of Biosensors in Healthcare: Volume 3 details and explores the various ways biosensors are used in healthcare, disease management, and therapeutic delivery.This is the third volume out of three volumes covering biosensors in healthcare. The volume discusses various types of biosensors and their use in diagnostics, health monitoring, disease detection, and therapeutic delivery. Combined with the Volume 1, Fundamentals of Biosensors in Healthcare, and Volume 2, Applications of Biosensors in Healthcare, the volumes provide a holistic reference source suitable for researchers, graduate students, postgraduates, and industry professionals involved in biosensing, biosensors, and biomedical applications.

    • Microbial Enzymes

      • 1st Edition
      • December 1, 2025
      • Abdel Moneim Elhadi Sulieman
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Microbial Enzymes: Classification, Biochemistry, Production and Applications explores the multifaceted roles of microbial enzymes, emphasizing their stability, ease of handling, and manipulation, which make them invaluable in various industrial processes. This book serves as a comprehensive guide for understanding the classification, biochemical properties, production methods, and diverse applications of microbial enzymes. With 25 in-depth chapters, the book delves into the biochemistry of enzymes, their various sources, and their importance in biotechnology. It covers modern techniques for microbial enzyme detection and determination, methods of enzyme immobilization, and the application of microbial enzymes in industries such as food, medicine, pharmaceuticals, and textiles. Special sections discuss the biosynthesis of metal nanoparticles by microbial enzymes and the role of microbial toxins in different sectors. The chapters are organized to provide detailed insights into the classification of enzymes, the mechanisms of microbial enzymes, and their industrial importance. Topics include bacterial, fungal, and algal enzymes, their applications, and the latest advancements in enzyme technology. The book also addresses the challenge of antibiotic resistance and explores innovative methods for enzyme production and molecular engineering. This book is an essential resource for students, researchers, and professionals in the fields of food, pharmaceuticals, and textiles, offering them the latest knowledge and practical guidance to advance their work and innovate in their respective industries. It is designed to equip readers with a thorough understanding of microbial enzymes and their potential to revolutionize industrial processes.

    • Seldin and Giebisch's The Kidney

      • 6th Edition
      • December 1, 2025
      • Robert J. Alpern + 3 more
      • English
      • Hardback
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      Seldin and Giebisch’s The Kidney: Physiology and Pathophysiology, Sixth Edition provides a common language for nephrology researchers, fellows, and practicing nephrologists to discuss normal and abnormal renal physiology and the development and diagnosis of a wide range of renal diseases. Guided by a team of four distinguished authorities in nephrology, experts from all areas of renal research and practice take readers from the structure and function of the normal kidney, to the specific cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying disease development, and into the management of renal disease through physiologic regulation. This classic nephrology reference for nearly 30 years combines basic and clinical sciences that provides authoritative, concise, and readily accessible information. Academic, medical, and pharma researchers save valuable time by quickly accessing the very latest details on renal physiology and pathophysiology as opposed to searching through thousands of journal articles.

    • Advances in Marine Biology

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 102
      • November 1, 2025
      • English
      • Hardback
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      Advances in Marine Biology, Volume 102 in the Advances in Marine Biology series, the latest release in this long-standing serial, presents cutting-edge developments in marine biology with a focus on diverse themes influencing ocean ecosystems. This volume features chapters on highly informative topics such as The Inclusion of habitat quality into fisheries models, The urgent need to better define, quantify and identify the drivers of "water quality" on tropical coral reefs (opinion article), Indigenous knowledge and marine systems, and Sensory perception in marine larvae.

    • Deep Learning Assessment of Neurological Imaging

      • 1st Edition
      • July 1, 2025
      • Tripti Goel + 3 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      "Deep Learning Assessment of Neurological Imaging" provides an introduction to deep learning structures and pre-processing methods for detecting MRI anomalies. It also provides a comprehensive account of deep learning research on MRI images for Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and schizophrenia, and a discussion on current research issues and future objectives. The book is a valuable resource to guide new entrants in the field to make a meaningful impact in their development efforts. The book concludes with a brief overview of the problems discussed and potential future advancements in the field.

    • Transcriptomics in Atherosclerosis

      • 1st Edition
      • October 31, 2025
      • Yvan Devaux + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Transcriptomics in Atherosclerosis: Deciphering Molecular Signatures and Advancing Therapeutic Strategies explores how transcriptomic research is transforming our understanding and management of atherosclerosis. Bridging molecular biology and clinical medicine, it delves into the dynamic regulation of gene expression, the role of non-coding RNAs, and emerging insights from epitranscriptomics.T... book emphasizes advanced technologies such as single-cell and spatial transcriptomics, while embracing systems-level integration with other omic layers. It highlights how these approaches can reveal disease mechanisms, refine risk stratification, and guide the development of RNA-based diagnostics and therapies.Designed for researchers, clinicians, and translational scientists, this volume moves beyond generic overviews to present current methods, practical insights, and real-world challenges in the field. By doing so, it lays the groundwork for a new generation of precision strategies in cardiovascular care.

    • Atlas of Endoscopy Imaging in Inflammatory Bowel Disease

      • 2nd Edition
      • November 1, 2025
      • Bo Shen
      • English
      • Hardback
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      Atlas of Endoscopy Imaging in Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Second Edition, serves as a comprehensive guide to the latest advancements in IBD. This new edition keeps readers updated with cutting-edge medical treatments, state-of-the-art endoscopy, and imaging technologies, as well as the evolution of interventional IBD. It explores the latest advancements in IBD diagnosis and management, including the most recent endoscopy instruments for measuring disease activity and the transformative world of image-enhanced endoscopy. Additionally, it delves into the groundbreaking application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in IBD, revolutionizing diagnosis, disease monitoring, and dysplasia surveillance. New content introduces a range of topics to stay at the forefront of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) knowledge. These include Intestinal Ultrasound, Device-Associated Enteroscopy in Crohn’s Disease, insights into IBD-Like Conditions (Autoinflammatory Disorders), and the value of Intraoperative Endoscopy in IBD procedures. The book also integrates New Consensus Guidelines for Endoscopy Imaging in IBD, explores the Applications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in IBD diagnosis and monitoring, addresses the intersection of COVID, COVID Vaccines, and IBD, and presents New Applications of Interventional IBD techniques. This second edition serves as a dynamic repository of state-of-the-art information, providing invaluable insights on differential diagnosis, advanced endoscopy, and imaging technologies, with a pronounced focus on AI. It also offers updated guidelines for disease activity assessment and the latest advancements in endoscopic therapy modalities. Designed to cater to a diverse range of medical professionals, it stands as an indispensable reference, fostering a comprehensive and up-to-date understanding of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). Within these pages,Gastroenterolo... and IBD specialists will discover a wealth of resources to aid their pursuit of cutting-edge treatments and AI-driven insights. Primary care clinicians will find an expanded list of differential diagnoses that enables more accurate early-stage identification. Surgeons can elevate their expertise by delving into the intricacies of interventional IBD techniques, while pathologists and radiologists can enhance their diagnostic skills through AI and image-enhanced endoscopy. This comprehensive resource ensures that medical professionals across various disciplines are well-equipped to navigate the evolving landscape of IBD diagnosis, treatment, and management.

    • Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecologic Surgery

      • 1st Edition
      • October 1, 2025
      • Jennifer E Dietrich + 3 more
      • English
      • Hardback
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      Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecologic Surgery: Management, Surgical Approaches, and Post-Operative Care is an excellent and novel resource to understanding the management of adolescent gynecologic patients as written by top experts. The book offers detailed pearls of surgery and has a preoperative planning approach to abdominal, laparoscopic, and vaginal surgeries, as well as postoperative considerations. This is a comprehensive but easy-to-follow step-by-step surgical atlas for PAG surgeries organized in a historical context with the most recent research advances in the field. It provides expert views and perspectives with visuals to aid in learning useful to anyone in, or interested in, the field.

    • Grapevine

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 113
      • January 16, 2025
      • English
      • Hardback
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      Grapevine: Added-Value and Applications, Volume 111 in the Advances in Botanical Research series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters on exciting and timely topics such as Biorefinery based bioproducts and future prospective of vineyard and winery waste, Side-streams of wine industry: insights and learned lessons for making real the vision of reliable pharmacological applications, Grapevine as a natural resource in the cosmetic industry, Biology of the main grapevine viruses and their effects on vine growth, yield, and grape chemical composition, Table grapes: Health implications and approaches to improve the quality during the cultivation, and more.Additional sections cover topics such as Controlling authenticity throughout the wine production chain and Wine consumption versus health: the dilemma.

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