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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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    • Mathematical Modeling and AI-Driven Computational Techniques for Epidemiology and Disease Dynamics

      • 1st Edition
      • February 1, 2026
      • Sayooj Aby Jose + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Mathematical Modeling and AI-Driven Computational Techniques for Epidemiology and Disease Dynamics offers a comprehensive exploration of innovative methodologies at the intersection of mathematics, biology, and medicine. This book delves into advanced mathematical modeling, artificial intelligence, and computational intelligence, providing essential tools for understanding and managing complex disease dynamics. Covering a wide range of topics, including fractional-order modeling, optimal control strategies, and privacy-preserving technologies, it addresses critical challenges in public health and healthcare systems. With contributions from leading experts, this volume bridges theoretical advancements and practical applications, making it an invaluable resource for researchers, healthcare professionals, and academics seeking interdisciplinary solutions to global health issues.

    • Harnessing the Potential of Blockchain Technology in the Smart Healthcare

      • 1st Edition
      • March 1, 2026
      • Pankaj Bhambri + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Harnessing the Potential of Blockchain Technology in the Smart Healthcare represents a transformative paradigm shift in the way healthcare data is managed, shared, and secured. This book not only serves as a vital resource in addressing the pressing need for comprehensive understanding and practical insights into the intersection of blockchain technology and healthcare, it also demystifies the complex world of blockchain and demonstrate its transformative potential within the healthcare industry. In 15 chapters the reader discovers how blockchain can revolutionize electronic health records, enhance data security and privacy, streamline healthcare operations, and empower patients to have greater control over their health information. Through real-world case studies, expert analyses, and actionable strategies, this book aims to equip its audience with the knowledge and tools to harness blockchain's capabilities for the betterment of healthcare, ultimately leading to more efficient, transparent, and patient-centric healthcare systems. By examining real-world use cases and practical implementations, the book equips healthcare professionals with the knowledge needed to unlock the transformative potential of blockchain, ultimately fostering a more transparent, efficient, and patient-empowered healthcare ecosystem.

    • Apolipoprotein E in Health and Disease

      • 1st Edition
      • April 3, 2026
      • Dileep Kumar + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Apolipoprotein E in Health and Disease: Unravelling its Intricate Roles delves into the multifaceted functions of Apolipoprotein E (ApoE) across various health conditions and diseases. This comprehensive volume offers an in-depth exploration of ApoE, illuminating its structural insights, functional significance, and genetic variability. Each chapter examines the role of ApoE in different disease contexts, including cardiovascular diseases, Alzheimer's disease, neurological disorders, metabolic syndrome, liver health, cancer, and inflammatory disorders. Key chapters investigate ApoE's impact on lipid metabolism, atherosclerosis, and heart health, while also probing its involvement in genetic predispositions and mechanistic implications in Alzheimer's disease. The book extends its exploration to the broader influence of ApoE on cognitive decline and other neurological conditions, metabolic health, liver function, cancer risk, and immune modulation. With a strong focus on the pharmacogenetics of ApoE, the book paves the way for precision medicine, offering insights into how ApoE genotypes influence medication responses and therapeutic strategies. Future prospects and challenges in harnessing ApoE for disease management are discussed, alongside its role in infectious diseases, genetic engineering innovations, and targeted drug delivery systems. Written for a diverse audience including researchers, clinicians, students, and industry professionals, this book serves as an invaluable resource for understanding the critical roles of ApoE in health and disease. It provides a holistic view of current research, making it suitable for both experts in the field and those seeking an introduction to the topic. Through its comprehensive approach, the book aims to foster a deeper understanding of ApoE and inspire further research and clinical applications in this dynamic field.

    • Engelking's Textbook of Veterinary Physiological Chemistry

      • 4th Edition
      • March 1, 2026
      • Kevin Connolly
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Bridging the gap between basic and clinical science concepts, Engelking's Textbook of Veterinary Physiological Chemistry, Fourth Edition offers broad coverage of biochemical principles for students and practitioners of veterinary medicine. The only recent biochemistry book written specifically for the veterinary field, this updated text covers cellular-level concepts related to whole-body physiologic processes in a reader-friendly, approachable manner. Each chapter is written in a succinct and concise style that includes an overview summary section, numerous illustrations for best comprehension of the subject matter, targeted learning objectives, and end of the chapter study questions to assess understanding.With numerous illustrations and both instructor and student companion websites with updated PowerPoint images, lecture slides, and Snapcasts, Engelking's Textbook of Veterinary Physiological Chemistry, Fourth Edition, proves useful to students and lecturers from diverse educational backgrounds. Sectional exams and updated case studies extend the breadth and depth of learning resources.

    • Patient Treatment and Management Following an Osteoporotic Vertebral Compression Fracture

      • 1st Edition
      • January 1, 2026
      • Douglas P. Beall
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Worldwide, vertebral compression fractures (VCF) continue to be the most common major fragility fracture affecting patients over the age of 50, and osteoporosis is the most prevalent condition associated with VCFs. Patient Treatment and Management Following an Osteoporotic Vertebral Compression Fracture provides treatment and management guidance of the osteoporosis disease process in patients who have had a vertebral compression fracture. The book opens with a foundation of osteoporosis and VCF then reviews clinical and radiological assessment approaches, evaluation, treatment, and ongoing management options. Subsequent chapters cover the efficacy of the different vertebral augmentation types on patient outcomes, optimization methods, potential complications, and decisions for osteoporosis treatment in these patients. Special attention is paid to the treatment sequence and objectives following an osteoporotic VCF. The book concludes with coverage of insightful developments in clinical management and research and features targeted case studies representing common patient characteristics and showcasing varying aspects of the VCF and underlying osteoporosis. This title serves as an invaluable resource for any practitioner treating patients with osteoporosis as well as those managing fragility fractures in older patients.

    • Nanotechnology in Skin Cancer Management

      • 1st Edition
      • April 1, 2026
      • Harpreet Singh + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Nanotechnology in Skin Cancer Management presents groundbreaking advances in nanotechnology that are reshaping the fields of dermatology and oncology. This comprehensive resource provides a deep dive into the latest research, state-of-the-art techniques, and practical applications of nanotechnology in the treatment of skin cancer. It serves as a comprehensive guide for those interested in unlocking the potential of nanotechnology for enhancing skin cancer management by consolidating essential information, making it an invaluable resource for understanding and harnessing the power of nanotechnology in this context.By offering an extensive overview of cutting-edge research, advanced technologies, and real-world clinical applications, this book demonstrates how nanotechnology can be designed to potentially revolutionize skin cancer management.

    • Thin Film Photovoltaics

      • 1st Edition
      • March 2, 2026
      • Jeyakumar Ramanujam + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Thin Film Photovoltaics: Single-junction and Tandem provides a comprehensive introduction to thin film solar cells and the latest developments in this expanding field. The book includes detailed information on material properties required for solar cells, working principles, energy band structure, charge transport to the electrodes and approaches to improve efficiency. Front-end and back-end processes are discussed in detail. Current challenges to commercial translation and potential opportunities to overcome to those challenges are also covered, and factors limiting solar cells parameters are also considered. Emphasis is on new materials and state-of-the-art technologies used for fabrication and characterization.Thi... book is suitable for researchers in academia and R&D in the subject areas of materials science and engineering, energy, physics, and chemistry.

    • Host-Microbe Co-metabolism System in Health and Disease

      • 1st Edition
      • April 1, 2026
      • Xiao Zheng + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Host-Microbe Co-metabolism System in Health and Disease is an easy-to-follow reference of research progress in host-microbiome co-metabolism system (HMMS) and how this frontier could imply a better understanding of health, disease, and the discovery of novel drugs. The book summarizes recent studies that are progressing to complete a panorama of the host-microbiome co-metabolism system (HMMS) in health and disease. It discusses how sophisticated bioanalytical tools, tractable model organisms, and artificial intelligence could be integrated to answer key biological questions related to HMMS in the broader context of human health and drug discovery.

    • Cognitive and Meta Learning Strategies in Biomedical Research and Healthcare

      • 1st Edition
      • March 1, 2026
      • Subhendu Kumar Pani + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Cognitive and Meta Learning Strategies in Biomedical Research Healthcare examines the dynamic intersection of cognitive science and meta-learning within the realm of biomedical research. The book addresses how to overcome the complexities of contemporary health challenges by harnessing the power of advanced learning methodologies, such as cognitive processes and meta learning

    • RNA Enzymology and Technology

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 726
      • January 15, 2026
      • English
      • Hardback
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      RNA Enzymology and Technology, Volume 725 in the Methods in Enzymology series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters on topics such as RNA enzymes in transcription, RNA processing, translation regulation, RNA transcriptase in gene expression regulation, Enzymes Involved in Ribosome Biogenesis and Translation Regulation, In Vitro Transcriptase: Methods for Studying RNA Synthesis, RNA Enzymes in RNA Silencing and Regulation, RNA Silencing Machinery: Mechanisms of RISC and MicroRNA Regulation, Enzymes in RNA-Based Therapeutics, and much more.Other chapters cover Antisense Oligonucleotides (ASOs) and RNase H: Mechanisms and Applications, RNA Enzymes in Targeted Therapeutics: From Bench to Bedside, Enzymes in RNA Sequencing and Analysis, Enzymes in High-Throughput RNA Sequencing: Applications and Challenges, Advanced Techniques and Future Directions, and much more.

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