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.

Books Journals

Lipids and Membranes: Metabolism, Lipidation, and Lipid-Protein Interactions

1st Edition
Volume 728
February 15, 2026
Jeremy M. Baskin + 2 more
English

Lipids are the cell’s hydrophobic metabolites, and their self-assembly into bilayers creates membranes that are critical barriers and organizing platforms in cells. Lipids are a chemically diverse set of biological molecules subject to rapid metabolism and transport, and this dynamic behavior has motivated the development of methods across multiple disciplines for their detection and manipulation. Split into three parts, the Volumes on Lipids and Membranes provide a broad snapshot of the state of the art of methods for studying biological lipids and biomembranes. This part focuses on approaches for tracking the metabolic interconversions of lipids, including the posttranslational modification of proteins with lipids (lipidation) as well as non-covalent lipid-protein interactions.

Clinical Research in Private Practice

1st Edition
February 11, 2026
Jason E. Pope + 3 more
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Clinical research is the tip of the spear for innovation and central in the development of improving safety and efficacy for patient centric care. Unfortunately, clinical research in academic practices is bogged down by inefficiency and infrequent regulatory oversight, thus leaving physicians unable to meet the clinical and research needs for driving innovation. Private practice is a valid practice cohort that can effectively, reliably, and reproducibly perform study related activities, for both FDA and non-FDA regulated studies, both industry-sponsored or investigator-initiat... Research in Private Practice fills a gap and provides a playbook for how to incorporate clinical research in a validated, safe, and compliant manner, allowing a needed meaningful contribution to the medical space, while concurrently maintaining fiduciary responsibility. Written for physicians by physicians.

Recent Trends in Enzyme Immobilization

1st Edition
February 6, 2026
Shailendra Kumar Arya + 3 more
English

Recent Trends in Enzyme Immobilization explores the forefront of enzyme technology, providing a comprehensive guide on the latest methodologies and advancements. This book begins by setting the stage with foundational insights into enzyme immobilization, then progresses to discuss innovative techniques and their applications across various industries, including biopharmaceuticals, environmental science, and food processing. Structured to cater to both newcomers and seasoned professionals in biotechnology and biochemical engineering, each chapter delivers in-depth analysis and up-to-date research findings. Readers will find valuable resources in the practical guidance offered for optimizing enzyme stabilization, activity, and reusability in industrial applications. Moreover, the text addresses the theoretical underpinnings that frame current practices and illuminates future directions for research and technological advancements. Designed as an indispensable resource, this book aims to bridge the gap between academic research and practical application. It equips researchers, practitioners, and advanced students with the necessary tools and knowledge to drive innovation in enzyme immobilization, fostering the development of sustainable solutions and novel approaches in their work. With contributions from leading global experts, Recent Trends in Enzyme Immobilization serves as a critical reference that promises to inspire and guide readers through the complexities and potentials of this dynamic field.

Aortic Valve Repair

1st Edition
February 2, 2026
J Scott Rankin
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Aortic Valve Repair provides a comprehensive summary on techniques developed during the first 500 cases of aortic ring annuloplasty. Aortic valve disease is usually surgically managed by aortic valve replacement, and it is well established in published literature regarding the long-term results, survival rate, durability of the protheses and reoperations rates. Over the past two decades, aortic valve repair (AVr) has evolved into a recognized surgical option for selected patients with aortic insufficiency or proximal aorta aneurysm. Studying the first 500 cases of aortic ring annuloplasty, the authors provide the most effective methods of leaflet and aortic root reconstruction to repair pathologies.Includin... original illustrations and videos, the book serves as an essential reference for cardiac surgeons in practice.

Glial Mechanisms in Sleep and Circadian Biology

1st Edition
February 2, 2026
Marcos G. Frank
English

Glial Mechanisms in Sleep and Circadian Biology presents a comprehensive and up-to-date discussion of the role of glial cells in numerous, often unexpected, aspects of sleep. It seamlessly links glial cell activity to the multi-system processes that affect sleep. Experts in the field discuss how glial cells influence the sleep-wake cycle, the accumulation and discharge of sleep drive, the timing of sleep and wake across the 24-hour day, and how glial cells may govern important sleep functions (e.g., brain plasticity and metabolism). This is a book that could well change scientists’ and practitioners’ traditional beliefs about the factors underlying sleep.Users will find the book's content at the forefront of one of the hottest topics in basic sleep research. Over the last decade, scientists have made breakthrough discoveries revealing that sleep is not only a product of neurons, but of neuronal-glial interactions.

Geriatric Neurosurgery in Clinical Practice

1st Edition
February 2, 2026
English

Geriatric Neurosurgery: An Evidence-Based Approach is an essential resource that provides a thorough and modern overview of geriatric neurosurgery. This volume compiles the latest research and clinical practice guidelines, offering practical advice for clinicians caring for elderly patients. It delves into a range of topics, including the management of common neurosurgical conditions in elderly patients, surgical techniques, postoperative care, and the integration of multidisciplinary approaches to enhance patient outcomes. Users will find this to be an invaluable reference for practicing neurosurgeons, neurosurgery residents, neurologists, geriatric physicians, and researchers seeking clear and concise information on current treatments and procedures for geriatric neurosurgery.

Fluid Dynamics of Viral Transmission

1st Edition
February 2, 2026
Mehrzad Shams + 1 more
English

Fluid Dynamics of Viral Transmission is an essential exploration into the transmission dynamics of COVID-19, focusing specifically on the airborne spread of respiratory aerosols carrying infectious viruses. In light of the recent global pandemic, it offers crucial insights into the complex interaction between fluid dynamics and viral transmission and provides practical solutions for minimizing risks in indoor environments. The book delves into CFD simulations, optimizing ventilation systems, air filtration strategies, and spatial layout modifications. It evaluates mitigation measures such as mask-wearing, physical distancing, and occupancy limits, aiming to equip readers with the knowledge to create safer indoor spaces. This book is ideal for public health officials, policymakers, healthcare professionals, engineers, researchers, and academics in fluid mechanics, computational fluid dynamics, epidemiology, and virology.

Translational Cardiothoracic Surgery

1st Edition
February 1, 2026
Adam E.M. Eltorai + 4 more
English

Translational research is essential to the advancement of medicine. This Cardiothoracic-speci... instructional guide to translational medical research serves as a practical, step-by-step roadmap for taking a biomedical device, potential therapeutic agent, or research question from idea through demonstrated clinical benefit. Fundamentally, the volume aims to help bridge the gap between current research and practice. Written by a team of expert medical, biomedical engineering, and clinical research experts in cardiothoracic surgery, this volume provides a clear process for understanding, designing, executing, and analyzing clinical and translational research within the field.

Biomedical Basis of Human Disease

1st Edition
February 1, 2026
Ahmed El-Hashash + 2 more
English
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eBook
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Biomedical Basis of Human Disease: From Research to Clinic provides information on pathophysiology/mech... of organ system disease and selected disorders and diseases that cause the most deaths worldwide, including but not limited to cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal and nervous systems. This information is placed within the structural context of tissue/organ, molecular and cellular biology, pathophysiology, diagnostic and treatment methods, and disease models in sections that also describe recent research examples, such as recently developed cutting-edge in vitro and in vivo biomedical science methods to bridge the bench and bedside. This text is suitable for students, researchers and practitioners in biomedicine and basic medicine.

Extracellular Vesicles and Nanoscale Biomaterials as Therapeutics of Human Diseases

1st Edition
February 1, 2026
Massimo Conese + 2 more
English

Extracellular Vesicles and Nanoscale Biomaterials as Therapeutics of Human Diseases considers the potential clinical application of extracellular vesicles (EVs) and nanoscale biomaterials in the treatment of a variety of conditions.The book begins with an overview of EVs and biomaterials, covering the fundamental characteristics of each and how they can be implemented to work together in disease treatment. It then moves on to discussion of specific application in wound healing, cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, bone and tissue regeneration, cardiovascular disease, and liver disease. The book closes with discussion of future perspectives regarding EVs and biomaterials in diagnosis and therapeutic application.In its exploration of the combination of EVs and nanoscale biomaterials in therapeutic intervention, this book sets a strong basis for future developments in this area and acts as a useful reference for researchers working in the areas of cell biology, drug delivery, regenerative medicine and related fields.

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