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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.

  • Hypoxia-induced Tumor Heterogeneity and Immune Evasion

    Clinical Interventions
    • 1st Edition
    • Benjamin Bonavida + 1 more
    • English
    Hypoxia-induced Tumor Heterogeneity and Immune Evasion: Clinical Interventions explores how hypoxic stress within the tumor microenvironment drives cancer progression, immune escape, and resistance to therapy. This volume integrates foundational and cutting-edge insights into tumor biology, immunology, and therapeutic innovation. The book is structured into five parts, covering tumor heterogeneity, hypoxia-driven mechanisms, immune evasion, clinical diagnostics, and future directions. It brings together global experts to examine how hypoxia shapes tumor evolution, alters immune responses, and influences treatment outcomes. Topics include metabolic reprogramming, angiogenesis, immune suppression, and hypoxia-targeted therapies, with emphasis on translational relevance. This resource benefits researchers, clinicians, and advanced students by offering a comprehensive, up-to-date synthesis of a rapidly evolving field. It supports deeper understanding of tumor complexity and equips readers with knowledge to inform experimental design, clinical strategies, and therapeutic development in oncology.
  • Clinical Atlas of Gonioscopy

    • 1st Edition
    • Chunyan Qiao + 3 more
    • English
    Clinical Atlas of Gonioscopy comprehensively and systematically covers all aspects of gonioscopy: from basic knowledge and common manifestations to characteristic signs of different diseases, and the application of gonioscopy in the laser and surgical treatment of glaucoma. Including over a thousand high-quality images, it helps clinicians explore the diverse and fascinating world of the anterior chamber angle, and deepens their understanding of the pathogenesis, classification, diagnosis, differential diagnosis, treatment and follow-ups of glaucoma.
  • Structural Biology of Ubiquitination

    From Mechanisms to Interventions
    • 1st Edition
    • Navaneet Chaturvedi + 1 more
    • English
    Structural Biology of Ubiquitination: From Mechanisms to Interventions provides an in-depth exploration of the structural and biophysical principles governing ubiquitination and their implications in diseases such as cancer and neurodegeneration. The book seamlessly integrates experimental insights with advanced computational methods, including AI-driven drug discovery, molecular modeling, and biophysical simulations, offering a comprehensive toolkit for researchers and clinicians. By bridging fundamental science with translational applications, the book empowers readers to design targeted therapeutics, understand disease mechanisms at the molecular level, and accelerate progress toward personalized medicine.
  • Trauma During Pregnancy

    • 1st Edition
    • Jorge Hidalgo + 2 more
    • English
    Trauma During Pregnancy is a volume in the Critical Care Obstetrics series. It’s a novel reference to educate physicians, nurses, and all allied healthcare personnel caring for pregnant women experiencing trauma. The authors offer best practices and evidence-based material explicitly focused on the most common complications in pregnant patients that may occur to improve patient care. It not only covers critical care investigation from medical-surgical complications that any patient can present, but also how to prepare and anticipate complications in the critical care unit.
  • Advanced Ultrasound with Imaging Correlations of Diffuse Liver Diseases

    • 1st Edition
    • Riccardo De Robertis
    • English
    Advanced Ultrasound with Imaging Correlations of Diffuse Liver Diseases is an essential guide addressing the critical need for detailed comparisons between advanced ultrasound (US) techniques and CT/MRI findings in the evaluation of liver diseases. While many books on liver US exist, few provide the in-depth analysis and practical guidelines necessary for accurate diagnosis and effective treatment planning. This book fills that gap, offering a multiparametric approach to the assessment of fibrotic and steatotic liver diseases, ensuring clinicians and researchers have the most current and thorough information at their disposal. Inside, readers will find essential topics such as the indications for liver US in diffuse liver diseases, advanced US techniques for assessing liver fibrosis and steatosis, and the correlation between US, CT, and MRI findings. Key chapters cover the basics of liver ultrasound, conventional Doppler and microvascular flow imaging, ultrasound elastography, and the quantification of liver steatosis. Additionally, the book explores cutting-edge topics like artificial intelligence in liver ultrasound and the application of US in pediatric patients. Contributions from leading experts in the field ensure that each chapter provides valuable insights and practical advice. Advanced Ultrasound with Imaging Correlations of Diffuse Liver Diseases is an indispensable resource for scientists, researchers, and clinicians alike. It offers clear guidelines on performing liver ultrasounds, understanding and interpreting results, and making informed comparisons with CT and MRI findings. By integrating advanced imaging techniques and providing comprehensive correlations, this book enhances diagnostic accuracy and supports the development of effective treatment strategies for diffuse liver diseases, making it a vital addition to your medical library.
  • Ecology of Marine Rocky Shores

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 105
    • English
    Ecology of Marine Rocky Shores, Volume 105 in the Advances in Marine Biology series, highlights new advances in the field, presenting comprehensive chapters written by an international board of authors. This volume explores key ecological processes shaping rocky shore environments, including the impacts of plastic pollution, the dynamics of warm-temperate and subtropical systems, and the roles of foundation species and community interactions.Additio... chapters examine conservation planning, kelp ecology and restoration, fisheries and indigenous knowledge, and the influence of ocean rafting on species distribution. The volume also addresses spatial and network approaches to ecology, coastal marine microbiology, and the ecological impacts of invasive species. Together, these contributions provide an integrated perspective on the structure, function, and resilience of rocky shore ecosystems, offering valuable insights for researchers, marine ecologists, and environmental scientists.
  • Shared Research Resources

    Best Practices in Management and Administration
    • 1st Edition
    • Andrew Vinard + 2 more
    • English
    Shared Research Resources: Best Practices in Management and Administration brings together best practices and case studies from research institutions around the world. Covering all areas of management, with examples and applications specific to the research environment, this is the perfect reference to build managerial skills. The first part is dedicated to introducing Shared Research Resources (SRR) management. The second part covers all aspects of staffing. Part three contains complete coverage of operations, including service development, instrument procurement, marketing, management software, customer support, safety, maintenance and repair. Part four is dedicated to fiscal management, budgeting, and reporting.Part five covers strategic management. Part six is devoted to the sustainability of the core facility. The final part covers assessment, including annual reports, program reviews, and audits. This book is a complete reference targeted at SRR managers and staff who need to keep updated with current best practices and case studies. It is also important reading for research institution managers and function leaders.
  • Advances in Microbial Physiology

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 89
    • English
    Advances in Microbial Physiology, Volume 89 explores the latest research and developments in microbial physiology, providing a comprehensive overview on how microorganisms function, adapt, and interact with their environments. This volume brings together leading experts to discuss fundamental processes such as metabolism, growth, gene regulation, signal transduction, stress responses, and cellular differentiation in bacteria, archaea, and fungi. Chapters cover Steroids as Antibacterials, From Feeding Cell to Fruiting Body: Multidrug Transport in the Life cycle of Dictyostelium discoideum, Evolution of xenobiotic catabolism, Glycyl-radical enzymes, How anaerobes cope with oxygen, and Extracellular Electron Transfer: From Early Life to Modern Biogeochemistry and Applications.
  • Plant Peptides

    Enzymatic Production and Health-Promoting Effects
    • 1st Edition
    • Tolulope Joshua Ashaolu + 2 more
    • English
    Plant Peptides: Enzymatic Production and Health-Promoting Effects provides up-to-date insights on the enzymatic production, bioactivity, and applications of plant-derived peptides. This comprehensive volume explores the role of plant-based proteins (PBPs) as sustainable alternatives to traditional animal proteins, highlighting their environmental and climatic benefits. The book examines the enzymology of proteolytic enzymes used to generate bioactive peptides from PBPs, detailing their bioaccessibility, stability, and bioavailability. It offers an in-depth analysis of the multifarious biological activities of these peptides, including their antioxidant, antimicrobial, and metal-binding properties. The book also addresses the technological and biological properties, limitations, and challenges of plant-based bioactive peptides for industrial uses. With a strong focus on practical implementation, the book discusses emerging strategies and advanced technologies for producing and analyzing bioactive peptides, such as in silico analysis, fermentation, and peptidomics. It provides insights into future research directions and potential applications, emphasizing the health-promoting effects of plant-based peptides in combating obesity, diabetes, hypertension, cancer, and neurodegenerative diseases. This book is an essential resource for food science researchers, nutritionists, and students of food science and nutrition. It also serves as a valuable reference for teachers, scientists, food supplement producers, food businesses, and biosciences and medical students interested in the latest advancements in plant-based proteins and bioactive peptides.
  • Emergent Nanotherapeutics in Diabetic Complications

    • 1st Edition
    • Awanish Kumar + 1 more
    • English
    Emergent Nanotherapeutics in Diabetic Complications explores how cutting-edge nanotechnology is transforming the treatment of diabetes-related disorders beyond glycemic control. This comprehensive volume examines targeted, multifunctional nanoplatforms designed to address the wide range of comorbidities linked to diabetes, including vascular complications, metabolic dysfunctions, and impaired wound healing. Structured in five parts, the book spans from current nanoformulation strategies to emerging innovations such as CRISPR-Cas9 delivery, AI-guided nanoparticles, and 3D/4D printed nanostructures. Bridging the gap between preclinical research and clinical application, it offers valuable guidance on stimuli-responsive systems, biocompatible materials, and regulatory pathways. Emergent Nanotherapeutics in Diabetic Complications is essential for medical professionals, biomedical engineers, and pharmaceutical scientists seeking scalable, next-generation solutions for managing diabetic complications through nanomedicine.