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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.

    • Artificial Intelligence-Driven Precision Medicine for Triple Negative Breast Cancer

      • 1st Edition
      • October 20, 2025
      • Sachin Namdeo Kothawade + 1 more
      • English
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      Artificial Intelligence-Driven Precision Medicine for Triple-Negative Breast Cancer: Innovations and Insights in TNBC Management is a groundbreaking exploration into the transformative role of artificial intelligence in revolutionizing the management of triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC). In 19 chapters, this comprehensive guide navigates the intersection of cutting-edge technology and healthcare, offering insights that bridge the gap among medical professionals, researchers, and individuals affected by TNBC. Diving into the complexities of TNBC, this book unveils the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in enhancing diagnostic accuracy, personalizing treatment strategies, and reshaping the landscape of breast cancer care. From radiomics and genomic data analysis to predictive modeling and patient engagement, each chapter unveils the latest innovations and provides the practical applications of AI to empower healthcare practitioners and improve patient outcomes. This book is a timely and valuable resource for health professionals, scientists and researchers, students, and all those who wish to broaden their knowledge in the allied field.
    • Synthetic Biology and its Consequences in Present Healthcare

      • 1st Edition
      • October 20, 2025
      • Bhupendra G. Prajapati + 3 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Synthetic Biology enables the capability to manipulate and modify leaving cells and organisms to program them for specific purposes and has the potential to change the course of the healthcare sector. Synthetic Biology and its Consequences in Present Healthcare presents the latest findings and applications those in the healthcare sector need. Chapters cover a variety of synthetic biological tools in lifestyle diseases like obesity, heart disease, liver disease, type 2 diabetes and more. In addition, the vaccine development will cover DNA vaccines, synthetic and modified RNA-based vaccines, and personal vaccines for cancer, thus filling a gap in literature in the synthetic biology space. Written by international experts in the fields for those researching, practicing or studying in life sciences, biological sciences, including the synthetic biology domain.
    • Medical Robotics and Intelligent Healthcare Technologies

      • 1st Edition
      • October 18, 2025
      • Jacky Baltes + 3 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Medical Robotics and Intelligent Healthcare Technologies: AI Applications to Improve Healthcare in Developing Countries is an essential reference for professionals and researchers in fields such as biomedical engineering, health informatics, bioelectronics, medical electronics, physiology, and robotics. This book presents the latest advancements in AI and machine learning-based robotics applications, enabling readers to quickly grasp effective methods and compare various approaches. Addressing critical research areas that directly impact human life and health fills a significant market gap, providing valuable insights into AI, deep learning, machine learning, and big data analytics methods as they relate to emerging robotics research models in the biomedical and healthcare domains.It offers a comprehensive understanding of the concepts, themes, and tools in medical robotics, IoT-based applications, edge computing, and artificial intelligence. With a specific focus on developing countries, this book catalyzes healthcare progress by showcasing the potential of medical robotics and intelligent healthcare technologies. It aims to empower researchers and practitioners to harness these state-of-the-art technologies to improve healthcare systems worldwide.
    • Heart Failure in the Child and Young Adult

      • 2nd Edition
      • October 18, 2025
      • Joseph Rossano + 5 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Heart Failure in the Child and Young Adult: From Bench to Bedside, Second Edition highlights unique aspects of heart failure in the young. This comprehensive resource combines research from multiple contributors with current guidelines to bridge the knowledge gap for the recognition and management of heart failure in children. Coverage begins with the basic science of heart failure and then progresses through diagnosis, management, treatment, and surgery, finally concluding with advanced special topics, including genetics, self-management, and nanomedicine.This new edition covers advancements in the field, including additional chapters and discussion on biomarkers, neuromuscular disease, quality of life, palliative care, and the impact of COVID-19 in myocarditis and multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children. It will serve as an indispensable reference to basic science researchers in cardiology, pediatrics, cardiologists, and pediatric cardiologists.
    • Preventable Medical Errors

      • 1st Edition
      • October 17, 2025
      • Erwin B. Montgomery Jr.
      • English
      Preventable Medical Errors: The Role of Different Sciences in Medical Education and Practice addresses the issues of staying up to date with evolving medical practices, by providing practical examples linked to real-world patient safety concerns and illustrating theoretical discussions with clear clinical practice scenarios. The book is divided into two sections, Part 1 - How Did It Come To This? and Part 2 - Where Does It Go From Here?; which guide the reader through how we got here historically and how we can navigate our way out using the tools the author presents. Thus paving the way, bridging a gap between theory and practice, while emphasizing the importance of patient safety. Written for all medical professionals, at the forefront of postmodern and scientific medical advancements, to ultimately improve clinical outcomes and reduce preventable medical errors.
    • Biomarkers in Kidney Transplantation

      • 1st Edition
      • October 17, 2025
      • Dr Smita Pattanaik + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Biomarkers in Kidney Transplantation: Clinical Aspects and Laboratory Determination provides a focused study on traditional and emerging biomarkers to predict early rejection of kidney transplants supporting appropriate therapeutic interventions. Coverage includes predictive and diagnostic biomarkers for different types of rejections, including biomarkers of acute, chronic/sub chronic rejection or clinical rejection, T-cell mediated rejection, antibody mediated rejection and mixed rejection. Comparisons are provided for broad classification of pharmacokinetic versus pharmacodynamic biomarkers, and differentiation is shown between the susceptibility, diagnostic, predictive, prognostic and monitoring biomarkers.Coverage of the analytical aspects of biomarker measurement, the process of biomarker discovery and their clinical validation addresses both the clinical features of biomarkers as well as the pitfalls of determining such biomarkers in clinical laboratories. By combining all current markers known for kidney transplant in one collection, this easy-to-use reference is perfect for pathologists, clinical pharmacologists, clinical laboratory scientists and all physicians involved in organ transplantation, including immunologists and transplant surgeons.
    • Bioinformatics, AI, and Machine Learning in Microbial Drug Development

      • 1st Edition
      • October 17, 2025
      • Vagish Dwibedi + 3 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Bioinformatics, AI, and Machine Learning in Microbial Drug Development provides a comprehensive framework for integrating diverse fields like microbiology, bioinformatics, artificial intelligence, and machine learning, allowing readers to navigate complex interdisciplinary challenges effectively. This title offers an in-depth exploration of how these technologies are seamlessly integrated into pharmaceutical microbiology. The book, divided into 4 parts and 19 chapters, provides cutting-edge insights, practical guidance, and case studies. It emphasizes the importance of staying current with technological advancements, understanding ethical and regulatory issues, and optimizing drug production, making it an invaluable resource for industry professionals.
    • Harnessing Quorum Quenching for Disease Management

      • 1st Edition
      • October 16, 2025
      • Arpita Roy + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Harnessing Quorum Quenching for Disease Management explores the process of quorum quenching in disrupting bacterial cell communication and how this mechanism can be utilized in the medical field. This book provides a detailed overview of quorum quenching and quorum sensing, delving into the key aspects of this process including the enzymatic mechanisms and methods available to study these. It covers quorum quenching applications, including the regulation of virulence factors, antimicrobial resistance and disease treatment, and the use of quorum quenching bacteria for medical intervention. It also considers genetically modified organisms to produce quorum quenching enzymes, nanomaterials for optimizing quorum quenching, in silico technology and the impact of synthetic biology, closing with a discussion of the current limitations and future prospects for this field. This book is an ideal reference for researchers and advanced students with an interest in quorum quenching and quorum sensing working across a range of fields, including microbiology, cell biology, biomedicine, biochemistry, biotechnology and related areas.
    • Bladder Cancer Breakthroughs

      • 1st Edition
      • October 16, 2025
      • Bhupendra G. Prajapati + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Bladder Cancer Breakthroughs: A Global Perspective on Diagnosis, Treatment, and Patient Care is a groundbreaking scientific resource that delves into the latest advancements in the diagnosis and treatment of bladder cancer, a prevalent malignancy affecting hundreds of thousands worldwide. This meticulously curated volume brings together contributions from leading scientists and healthcare professionals from around the globe, providing a comprehensive overview of contemporary understanding and innovative strategies in managing this complex disease. Bladder Cancer Breakthroughs: A Global Perspective on Diagnosis, Treatment, and Patient Care is not merely a collection of research findings; it is a vital resource that fosters a holistic perspective on patient-centered care. By synthesizing clinical expertise and evidence-based practices, this book aims to empower healthcare providers with the knowledge and tools needed to improve outcomes for individuals living with bladder cancer, ultimately contributing to the global fight against this challenging disease. This book serves as an essential guide for healthcare providers, including physicians, oncologists, immunologists, pharmacists, and physical therapists, striving to enhance patient care and treatment outcomes
    • Lipases

      • 1st Edition
      • October 14, 2025
      • Eliane Pereira Cipolatti + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Lipases: Foundations, Applications, and Perspectives, a new volume in the Foundations and Frontiers of Enzymology series, offers a practical, in-depth discussion of lipases and instruction in their use across research and industry. Here, global experts in the field introduce readers to basic lipase biology and the history of the field, interfacial activation and lipase lids, evolving analytical techniques and technology for studying lipases, and a range of lipase applications, from health and drug discovery to biofuels, food, cosmetics, and waste treatment. Lipase sources and production methods discussed include mammalian lipases, microbial lipase production, biomass lipase production, immobilized lipases, and tailor-made recombinant lipases, among other approaches.