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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.

  • Cognitive and Meta Learning Strategies in Biomedical Research and Healthcare

    • 1st Edition
    • Chinmay Chakraborty + 2 more
    • English
    Cognitive and Meta Learning Strategies in Biomedical Research and Healthcare examines the dynamic intersection of cognitive science and meta-learning within the realm of biomedical research. It 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.
  • Animal Models of Disease Part E

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 203
    • English
    Animal Models of Disease, Part E, Volume 203 in the Methods in Cell Biology series, presents significant advancements in understanding disease mechanisms through animal models. The book features chapters on timely topics such as characterizing tumor-infiltrating group 1 innate lymphoid cells in PyMT breast tumors and using zebrafish to unravel the molecular mechanisms of Alzheimer’s disease. The book also covers colitis mouse models and appropriate models for studying diabetes pathophysiology, demonstrating its comprehensive approach to current research.Additional sections cover evaluating polyglutamine protein aggregation in transgenic Caenorhabditis elegans models of Huntington's disease and studying tumor responses to radioimmunotherapy in ovarian cancer models. It also highlights the antimicrobial regime for gut microbiota depletion in mice and the biodistribution of metallic nanoparticles for lymphoma studies. This book is an essential resource for researchers seeking to explore disease mechanisms and therapeutic approaches through animal models.
  • Fetal Programming

    The Connection between Nutrition and Disease
    • 1st Edition
    • Miljana Z. Jovandaric
    • English
    Fetal Programming: The Connection between Nutrition and Disease covers the intestinal microbiota of newborns, how it is extremely prone to changes influenced by the method of delivery, diet, use of antibiotics and probiotics by the mother, environment, socioeconomic status of the mother, geographical location, infections with pathogenic microorganisms, and more. The book describes the root of disease—oxidative stress and improper nutrition—and how they specifically effect pregnancy. In recent years, it has become more and more evident that nutrition is crucial for the proper development of the immune system of the fetus, and its disruption can lead to disease.This period in a newborn’s life is crucial for interventions on the intestinal microbiota in order to reduce the risks of developing chronic diseases by correcting dysbiosis.
  • Comprehensive Integrative Oncology

    • 1st Edition
    • Suzanna Zick + 1 more
    • English
    Comprehensive Integrative Oncology is a vital resource for clinicians who seek to blend integrative therapies with conventional oncology care to enhance patient outcomes. This book, authored by experts in both conventional and integrative medicine, emphasizes a holistic approach to cancer treatment. It provides practical guidance on incorporating scientifically-backe... therapies like botanicals, supplements, mind-body practices, lifestyle changes, nutrition, and exercise into standard cancer care, all while prioritizing patient safety, prevention, and overall wellness. The book delves into the philosophy of integrative oncology, offers tools for practical application, and presents integrative strategies for cancer prevention and symptom management.Additiona... it explores the needs of special populations within oncology. It serves as an indispensable textbook for oncology researchers and practitioners who aim to provide holistic and patient-centered care.
  • Robotic Platforms for Minimally Invasive Surgery

    • 1st Edition
    • Francisco M. Sánchez-Margallo + 1 more
    • English
    Robotic Platforms for Minimally Invasive Surgery provides a concise and solid overview of the primary robotic systems currently employed in minimally invasive surgical practice. Combiningtechnical description with clinical insights, the book serves as a practical reference for surgeons,researchers... and healthcare professionals beginning to engage with robot-assisted procedures.This book examines established platforms across laparoscopic, endoscopic, and microsurgicalapproac... It describes system design and functionality, complemented by a thorough review ofsafety, feasibility, and clinical outcomes. By seamlessly integrating engineering concepts with surgical applications, its content equips readers with a well-de ned framework for understanding both the potential and limitations of robotic technologies in minimally invasive surgery.
  • Advances in Clinical Chemistry

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 131
    • English
    Advances in Clinical Chemistry, Volume 131 in this ongoing series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters on a variety of topics, including Advances in Volatile Organic Compound Biomarker Detection, 2D-DIGE proteomics, Interacting partners of Tau protein in Alzheimer’s disease, Biosensors for Detection of Autoimmune Disease, Small Molecule Biomarkers in Infectious Disease, and Diagnosis and Risk Factors in Pancreatogenic Diabetes. Each chapter is written by an international board of authors.
  • Circulating Biomarkers for Diagnosis, Prognosis and Treatment Response Prediction in Cancer - Part B

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 399
    • English
    Circulating Biomarkers for Diagnosis, Prognosis and Treatment Response Prediction in Cancer Patients, Part B delves into the crucial role of circulating biomarkers in cancer diagnosis and treatment monitoring. Specific chapters in this new release include Liquid biopsy approaches to capture minimal residual disease and therapy response in patients with early stage cancers, Identification of circulating biomarkers for cancer therapy-related cardiovascular toxicity, Extracellular Vesicles as Dynamic Biomarkers: Monitoring Therapeutic Responses and Drug Resistance in Cancer, and more.This comprehensive work explores the various types of biomarkers, their significance in early cancer detection, prognostication, and evaluation of therapeutic responses. It covers cutting-edge research on circulating tumor cells, cell-free DNA, exosomes, and other biomarkers that can revolutionize cancer management. Additionally, it discusses the challenges, advancements, and future prospects of utilizing circulating biomarkers in personalized cancer care.
  • Lipids and Membranes: Detection by Imaging and Lipidomics

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 726
    • English
    Lipids and Membranes: Detection by Imaging and Lipidomics, Volume 727 covers lipids, a chemically diverse set of biological molecules subject to rapid metabolism and transport. This dynamic behavior has motivated the development of methods across multiple disciplines for their detection and manipulation. Split into three parts, the chapters in this new release include Measurement of fatty acid esters of hydroxy fatty acids, Superresolution organelle imaging with lipophilic HIDE probes, Ultra-high resolution analysis of membrane lipids from 15N metabolically labeled mice, Superresolution lipid imaging with expansion microscopy, High-resolution phosphoinositide analysis in healthy versus disease cells, and much more.Additional chapters focus on Alkyne lipids as tracers of lipid metabolism, Imaging oxidative stress in biomembranes, Imaging the dynamics of phosphatidylinositol 4-phosphate metabolism, Lipidomics for studying sphingolipids in cell death, Non-invasive imaging of phosphoinositides with genetically encoded lipid biosensors, Profiling lipotypes at the single cell level in heterogenous populations, MS imaging of phosphoinositides, and much more.
  • Live Biotherapeutics: Advancing Microbial Medicine

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 220
    • English
    Microbial therapeutics are rapidly reshaping modern medicine, with live biotherapeutics emerging as a promising frontier. By harnessing the power of beneficial microbes, these innovative treatments offer new hope for conditions that resist conventional drugs, including metabolic disorders and antimicrobial-resist... infections. As the demand for safer, more effective alternatives grows, understanding this field becomes increasingly vital. The upcoming book, Live Biotherapeutics: Advancing Microbial Medicine, will provide a comprehensive and accessible overview of the science, applications, and future potential of live biotherapeutics in transforming healthcare.
  • Profiles of Drug Substances, Excipients, and Related Methodology

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 51
    • English
    Profiles of Drug Substances, Excipients, and Related Methodology, Volume 51 provides comprehensive profiles of four pharmaceutical compounds: Vortioxetine, Rosuvastatin Calcium, Perindopril, and Ferulic Acid. In addition, it includes a review article concerning Drugs and Polymer Based Local Delivery Systems in the Treatment of Periodontal Diseases. Chapters in this new release include Vortioxetine: A Comprehensive Profile, Rosuvastatin Calcium: A Comprehensive Profile, Ferulic Acid: A Comprehensive Profile, Perindopril: A Comprehensive Profile, Drugs and Polymer Based Local Delivery Systems in the Treatment of Periodontal Diseases, Kinetic Exclusion Assay Technology: Theory, Experimental Aspects, and Applications in Concentration Measurements Across Diverse Fields, and more.No other book series provides this essential information as promptly and pertinently. Sections provide review articles and database compilations categorized into five primary domains: Physical Profiles of Drug Substances and Excipients; Analytical Profiles of Drug Substances and Excipients; ADME Profiles of Drug Substances and Excipients; Methodology Pertaining to the Characterization of Drug Substances and Excipients; and Methods of Chemical Synthesis.