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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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    • Fundamentals of AI for Medical Education, Research and Practice

      • 1st Edition
      • January 20, 2025
      • Sameer Mohommed Khan
      • English
      • Paperback
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      • eBook
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      Fundamentals of AI for Medical Education, Research and Practice provides a comprehensive introduction on all aspects of AI application in healthcare, ranging from medical education to diagnostic medicine. The book's chapters are grouped into six sections: an introduction to AI in healthcare, AI in medical education, AI healthcare in research, AI in clinical practice, and future directions and challenges, concluding with practical application of AI tools in health care. Written by an experienced physiologist and medical educationist who is actively involved in all aspects of teaching and learning, this book will prove to be immense benefit for medical researchers, practicing clinicians, academicians and medical students at all levels.

    • Cytokine-Based Immunotherapy - Part A

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 396
      • July 22, 2025
      • English
      • Hardback
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      • eBook
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      Cytokine-Based immunotherapy, Volume 396, Part A delves into the intricate world of cytokines, vital signaling proteins that orchestrate the immune response and their pivotal role in modulating various immune functions. From their fundamental mechanisms to their therapeutic applications, this book offers a thorough examination of the latest trends and developments in leveraging cytokines for immunotherapy. The book includes chapters such as Cytokine-driven cancer immune evasion mechanisms, which explores how cytokines contribute to cancer cells' ability to evade the immune system. Cytokine-based immunotherapy in hematolymphoid malignancies is also explored, discussing the use of cytokines in treating blood cancers.Targeting TNF-alpha examines the immunotherapeutic approach for alleviating neuropathic pain. The key role of immunomodulatory cytokines for the development of novel nk cell-based cancer therapies focuses on the importance of cytokines in developing new cancer treatments. Finally, complexities in the clinical development of TGFβ inhibitors covers the challenges in creating inhibitors for TGFβ.

    • The Human Body

      • 2nd Edition
      • August 27, 2025
      • Bruce M. Carlson
      • English
      • Paperback
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      The Human Body: Linking Structure and Function, Second Edition offers a comprehensive and accessible exploration of the human anatomy, making it an invaluable resource for students and professionals alike. Each chapter delves into a specific organ system, elaborating on how the unique structures within the body contribute to its overall functionality.Organi... by organ system, this succinct publication presents the functional relevance of developmental studies and integrates anatomical function with structure. A new chapter presents the functional anatomy of a joint, including the skeleton, muscles, connective tissues, nerves and vessels.Written by a leader in the field for upper undergraduate, graduate and postdoc market, as well as professors and researchers studying functional anatomy, developmental biology, physiology and across the life sciences, dentistry, and nursing.

    • Integrative Fish Biomechanics

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 41
      • October 31, 2025
      • English
      • Hardback
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      • eBook
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      Integrative Fish Biomechanics, Volume 41, the latest release in the Fish Physiology series, highlights new advances in the field, with this volume presenting insightful chapters written by leading experts. Covering a wide range of topics, this edition explores the intricate hydrodynamics and biomechanics of fish feeding, swimming, and terrestrial locomotion. It delves into the structural and functional properties of fish tissues, providing a deeper understanding of their mechanical adaptations.Other chapters examine the sensing and control of fish behaviour, the role of biomechanics in fish adhesion, and the emerging field of fish robotics. The volume also discusses the ecomechanics of fish locomotion and feeding, collective behaviours, and the micro- and macroevolutionary perspectives of fish biomechanics. Offering a comprehensive look at the intersection of biology, physics, and engineering, this book provides valuable insights for researchers, marine biologists, and those interested in fish physiology and biomechanics.

    • Advances in Applied Microbiology

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 133
      • November 1, 2025
      • English
      • Hardback
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      • eBook
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      Advances in Applied Microbiology, Volume 133 presents a comprehensive exploration of the latest innovations in applied microbiology. The book delves into the diverse applications of microbiology across various industries, including agriculture, food production, biotechnology, environmental science, and healthcare. Through a collection of insightful chapters authored by experts in the field, readers are offered in-depth analyses of cutting-edge research, emerging trends, and practical applications of microbiological principles.From novel microbial technologies to the impact of microbiomes on human health and beyond, this book serves as a valuable resource for researchers, professionals, and students seeking to stay informed and inspired by the exciting advancements.

    • The Origins of Life

      • 1st Edition
      • April 25, 2025
      • Karl Niklas + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      • eBook
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      The Origins of Life: From Abiotic Chemistry to the First Cells is an essential textbook that tackles one of the greatest mysteries in science, how inanimate matter evolved into the first living things. The book takes an interdisciplinary approach, delving into the basic principles of the earth’s chemistry, the formation of pre-cellular entities, and the acquisition of chemical complexity. It explains the creation of chromosomes, metabolic pathways, and the features of the earliest prokaryotes. Users will find a detailed exposition of the World RNA Hypothesis in an accessible and easy-to-read style which is comprehensible for both science and non-science majors.This textbook is a critical resource for upper-level undergraduate students in Cellular Biology, specifically those studying or researching evolution, cellular chemistry, and pre-biotic chemistry, as well as non-science majors in courses on the philosophy of science or related topics. It is also useful for professionals in biochemistry, evolutionary biology, and astrobiology who wish to understand the origins of life and first cells. Science communicators could use this interdisciplinary textbook for teaching and dissemination to broader audiences as well.

    • Handbook of Translational Transcriptomics

      • 1st Edition
      • May 2, 2025
      • Anton Buzdin
      • English
      • Paperback
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      • eBook
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      Handbook of Translational Transcriptomics: Research, Protocols and Applications provides a comprehensive overview of the field of transcriptomics. With an emphasis on the various protocols and techniques available for investigation, it acts as a practical guide to researchers for implementing their own investigations in the field.This book begins with an overview of the past, present, and potential approaches in the field of transcriptomics, with discussions of choosing the correct approach based on the research needed. It also highlights the pros and cons of each approach. Following this, it explores techniques and protocols for investigating specific approaches focusing on RNA sequencing, expression arrays, and gene expression. It then delves into data analysis and offers recommendations, guidelines, and approaches related to data interpretation. This book also considers the translation of transcriptomics to clinical use and applications in molecular diagnostics, biomarkers in medicine, and personalized medicine specific to oncology, as well as biotechnology for pharmaceutical research.Handbook of Translational Transcriptomics: Research, Protocols and Applications is a detailed reference that provides a complete view of transcriptomics, ranging from methods to handling data and medical applications. This book is an invaluable guide for researchers working across molecular biology, genetics, bioinformatics and related fields, as well as graduate and PhD students in these areas.

    • Multi-Omics Technology in Human Health and Diseases

      • 1st Edition
      • March 17, 2025
      • Muzafar A Macha + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      • eBook
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      Multi-Omics Technology in Human Health and Diseases: Genomics, Epigenomics, Transcriptomics, Proteomics, Metabolomics, Radiomics, Multi-omic offers an advanced exploration into the comprehensive understanding of disease etiology and prognosis through multiomics approaches. This authoritative volume delves into the applications of multiomics technology in elucidating complex human health conditions and diseases. It introduces the technology's potential for biomarker identification, drug discovery, and disease prognostication. For a thorough understanding of human health and diseases, particularly cancer, it is essential to integrate knowledge of molecular biomarkers across multiple omics levels, including the genome, epigenome, transcriptome, proteome, and metabolome. This resource addresses the current gaps in knowledge among students and researchers, providing in-depth coverage of multiomics technology and its implementation in scientific research and discovery.Multi-Omic... Technology in Human Health and Diseases: Genomics, Epigenomics, Transcriptomics, Proteomics, Metabolomics, Radiomics, Multi-omics is a pioneering resource that presents cutting-edge information on contemporary multiomics technologies for big data interpretation and their applications in deciphering complex human pathobiology. This comprehensive guide is indispensable for researchers, academics, students, and industry professionals alike.

    • Cyclic Peptides

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 722
      • November 1, 2025
      • English
      • Hardback
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      • eBook
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      Cyclic Peptides, Volume 721 covers peptide structures and their enhancement, stability, specificity, and overall functionality. As a growing suite of computational and experimental tools support the discovery and optimization of these molecules, ranging from well-established modeling platforms to emerging deep-learning algorithms that expand design possibilities, this book aims to provide a comprehensive overview of cyclic peptide research, covering fundamental principles, production strategies, and the latest technological advances in both synthetic and computational realms.Cyclic peptides are a powerful approach to constraining peptide structures, enhancing their stability, specificity, and overall functionality. They can be generated through diverse techniques—including chemical synthesis, mRNA display, and DNA display—that enable the creation of tailored peptide libraries.

    • Salmonella Biofilms, Infection, and Therapeutic Management

      • 1st Edition
      • March 1, 2025
      • Awanish Kumar + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      • eBook
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      Salmonella Biofilms, Infection, and Therapeutic Management provides an overview of salmonella biofilms, their detection and identification, associated salmonellosis infection, prevention and treatment.The book discusses salmonella, the formation of biofilm, and biofilm associated bacterial infection. It aims to provide insight on how salmonellosis and biofilm relate to one another as well as how they relate to other diseases in the host. It also discusses the therapeutic strategy for reducing salmonella infection and current treatment options. Salmonella Biofilms, Infection, and Therapeutic Management is a useful reference for those engaged in the study of the study of salmonella biofilm, its formation, disease manifestation, and management.

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