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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.

    • Advances in Applied Microbiology

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 130
      • June 24, 2025
      • English
      • Hardback
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      Advances in Applied Microbiology, Volume 130 continues the comprehensive reach of this widely read and authoritative review source in microbiology where users will find invaluable references and information on a variety of areas relating to the topics of microbiology.
    • Non-coding RNA

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 214
      • June 24, 2025
      • English
      • Hardback
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      Non-coding RNA, Volume 214 in the Progress in Molecular Biology and Translational Science series, highlights advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters on topics such as An introduction to non-coding RNAs, Non-coding RNAs in Eutherians and Livestocks, Artificial intelligence and machine learning heuristics for discovery of ncRNAs in humans, Non-coding RNAs in Plants, Epigenetic and experimental approaches influencing ncRNAs, Noncoding RNAs in bacteria, Dissecting ncRNA pathways and omics integration, Structural prediction of potent ncRNAs, Artificial intelligence and machine learning heuristics for discovery of ncRNAs in humans, Tools and Databases for non-coding RNAs, and Physiogenomics and genetic landscape of ncRNAs.
    • The Mastery of Bile Duct Injury

      • 1st Edition
      • June 23, 2025
      • Qalandar H. A. Kasnazani
      • English
      • Paperback
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      The Mastery of Bile Duct Injury is a comprehensive medical reference that explores the various aspects of biliary injuries, encompassing anatomy, causes, classifications, clinical management, and surgical procedures, with a particular focus on complications arising from laparoscopic cholecystectomy. It not only provides a meticulous dissection of biliary injuries but also navigates through the labyrinth of diagnostic modalities and therapeutic approaches, illuminating the path toward enhanced patient care, surgical precision, and the future of research in this area.Through its detailed examination, this authoritative reference serves as an invaluable resource for the complexities of biliary pathology empowering readers to navigate the challenges inherent in hepatobiliary surgery. Beginning with the historical evolution of cholelithiasis and extending to the impact of laparoscopic cholecystectomy, this book provides detailed insights into the intrahepatic and extrahepatic biliary systems, offering a foundation for understanding the complexities of biliary injuries encountered during surgical procedures.By addressing classification, management, and prevention strategies, this book serves as an invaluable resource for optimizing patient outcomes and minimizing complications in hepatobiliary surgeries. In a field where staying current with best practices is essential, The Mastery of Bile Duct Injury emerges as a vital reference, catering to the needs of surgeons, clinicians, and researchers alike. Its interdisciplinary approach and thorough examination of topics make it an indispensable resource for anyone involved in hepatobiliary surgery or seeking a deeper understanding of biliary injuries.
    • Bioinformatics Essentials

      • 1st Edition
      • June 20, 2025
      • Syed Mudasir Ahmad + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Encompassing the foundational principles to advanced methodologies, Bioinformatics Essentials: Core Principles and Techniques offers a panoramic view of bioinformatics. It embarks on a journey that spans genes and genomes, sequence analysis, comparative genomics, functional genomics, and the exciting domain of protein structures and drug design. Spread over 3 parts and 7 chapters, the book describes the basic concepts in bioinformatics, genomic analysis, and ligand-based and structure-based drug designs. Each chapter is imbued with real-world context, demonstrating the practical implications of bioinformatics. Case studies, examples, and hands-on guides bridge the gap between theory and application, enabling readers to translate knowledge into tangible results. It fosters a holistic understanding of bioinformatics as an interdisciplinary field, acknowledges the evolving nature of bioinformatics, and prepares the readers for the future. Discussions on emerging trends, cutting-edge tools, and potential directions in the field of bioinformatics equip readers to stay at the forefront of advancements. Insights from both biology and computational science converge to provide a well-rounded perspective on the complex biological systems. While designed as a comprehensive guide for learners, the book also serves as a valuable reference for professionals seeking to deepen their understanding, refine their skills, and explore new avenues within bioinformatics.
    • Cerebral Metastases: Translational Advances, Evaluation and Management

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 165
      • June 20, 2025
      • English
      • Hardback
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      Cerebral Metastases: Translational Advances, Evaluation and Management, Volume 165 in this ongoing series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume covering many interesting topics, including Molecular Drivers in CNS metastasis, Role of the tumor microenvironment in CNS metastatic disease, Advanced Imaging to improve early diagnosis and evaluate treatment response, Liquid biopsy in early detection of CNS metastasis, Precision medicine approaches to CNS metastatic disease, IMRT/conventional RT, Single and hypofractionated SRS, Brachytherapy for recurrent metastases, LITT for treatment of active brain metastasis and radiation necrosis, and much more.Other topics covered include Minimally-invasive surgical approaches in the management of brain metastases.
    • Lignin-Degrading Enzymes

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 716
      • June 18, 2025
      • English
      • Hardback
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      Lignin-Degrading Enzymes volume 716 highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters. Each chapter is written by an international board of authors.
    • Artificial Intelligence Innovations for Biomedical Engineering and Healthcare

      • 1st Edition
      • June 18, 2025
      • Alma Y Alanis + 3 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Artificial Intelligence Innovations for Biomedical Engineering and Healthcare bridges the evolving domains of artificial intelligence and biomedical engineering and healthcare. In an era where data-driven insights and precision medicine are essential in healthcare, this book explores emerging trends and showcases AI's potential in transforming patient care, diagnosis, and the treatment of chronic diseases. It simplifies the relationship between artificial intelligence and biomedical engineering, elucidating how these technologies are revolutionizing self-care. The book goes on to examine how advanced technologies, including complex networks and AI-driven diagnostics are reshaping the healthcare landscape.From decoding complex networks to revealing AI's role in treating chronic diseases, this book serves as a guide to understanding how innovation is reshaping the healthcare landscape.
    • 3D Bioprinting in Cancer Applications

      • 1st Edition
      • June 16, 2025
      • Fahima Dilnawaz + 3 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      3D Bioprinting in Cancer Applications is an all-encompassing guide covering both fundamentals concerning biofabrication principles and intricate protocols for precise construction of biomimetric 3D systems supporting advanced cell culture development that faithfully recapitulates human disease hallmarks, with a special focus on cancer. This title fills the void left by existing publications overlooking essential aspects associated with combining multimodal medical imaging alongside precision cancer treatment options. In 12 chapters 3D Bioprinting in Cancer Applications leads the reader from an introduction to bioprinting technologies for cancer models, to models for immunotherapy and tumour-immune interaction, to biomimetrics 3D models to the applications of all these models in 3D bioprinted cancer models . 3D Bioprinting in Cancer Applications uniquely combines distinct modalities under a unified framework suitable not only for seasoned veterans but also newly minted trainees encountering these sophisticated practices for the first time.
    • Tendon Regeneration

      • 2nd Edition
      • June 16, 2025
      • Manuela E. Gomes + 5 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Tendon Regeneration: Understanding Tissue Physiology and Development to Engineer Functional Substitutes was the first book to highlight the multi-disciplinary nature of this specialized field and the importance of collaboration between medical and engineering laboratories in the development of tissue-oriented products for tissue engineering and regenerative medicine (TERM) strategies.Beginning with a foundation in developmental biology, the book explores physiology, pathology, and surgical reconstruction, providing guidance on biological approaches that enhances tendon regeneration practices. Contributions from scientists, clinicians, and engineers who are the leading figures in their respective field’s present recent findings in tendon stem cells, cell therapies, and scaffold treatments, as well as examples of pre-clinical models for translational therapies and a view of the future of the field.New coverage will include signaling pathways for tendon development, molecular mechanisms of tendinopathy, inflammation contribution to healing and pathology of tendons, tendon aging and degeneration, tendon models, and translational studies for tendon regenerative medicine.
    • Space Biology and Space Biotechnology

      • 1st Edition
      • June 12, 2025
      • Ai-Rong Qian + 3 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Space Biology and Space Biotechnology provides the reader with a wide-ranging review of space biology and related fields. Topics covered include the space environment, space microbiology, space botany, space hydrobiology, space physiology, space development, space ecology, animal and tissue engineering, space simulation technology, and space pharmaceuticals. Written for professionals in biology and biotechnology, graduate students and post-docs, as well as spaceflight professionals in industry, academia and government, this book covers all the right bases in space biology and biotechnology.