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Pili in Mycobacterium Tuberculosis

  • 1st Edition
  • June 27, 2024
  • Ali Akbar Velayati + 1 more
  • English
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Pili in Mycobacterium Tuberculosis: Structure, Function, and Therapeutic Advances discusses the types of pili produced by the tuberculosis-causing bacterium, Mycobacterium tuberculosis (MTB). The book examines the structure of pili shown under electron and atomic force microscopy and, by using whole genome sequencing, outlines the importance of pili in MTB. It also explores the role of pili in bacteria–host interactions and in drug development and delivery.The book provides an overview of the structure, synthesis, and function of pili in bacteria. This includes taxonomy and the role of pili in diseases. It also examines the structure of pili and the preparation of MTB for electronic and atomic microscopy. It explores the various life cycles of pili, the susceptibility patterns of MTB, the differences of pili formation in MTB, and their role in increase surveillance. It goes on to discuss the expression and function of pili using whole genome sequencing and PCR-based methods and delves into bacteria–host interactions. Lastly, it explores the development of new drugs and their therapeutic delivery by pili.

Advances in Virus Research

  • 1st Edition
  • Volume 119
  • June 17, 2024
  • Robin MacDiarmid + 2 more
  • English
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Advances in Virus Research, Volume 119, the latest release in this esteemed series, presents the latest research and developments in viruses.

Advanced Biologic Drugs and Manufacturing Process

  • 1st Edition
  • May 10, 2024
  • Basanta Kumara Behera
  • English
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Advanced Biologic Drugs and Manufacturing Process explains biologic drugs, their pharmaceutical charters, and their significance in curing life-threatening chronic diseases. It also provides the latest information on the use of biological drugs for the treatment of numerous diseases and conditions and their most advanced therapies available, including how biologics have impacted cancer therapy, delayed or reversed the course of immune-related conditions, and changed the lives of those with rare chronic diseases. In addition, the book explains how immunotherapy is used for the treatment of diseases by activating or suppressing the immune system.Scientists working on the front lines in the biotechnology industry are provided with an overview on stable production processes and how to monitor the value chain transfer process of biologic drug for better return, in terms of profit. The book also helps researchers and academics on how to develop and update protocols related to testing, quality control, and quality assurance to obtain highly purified biopharmaceuticals or vaccines.

An Introduction to the Microbiome in Health and Diseases

  • 1st Edition
  • April 22, 2024
  • Charles Oluwaseun Adetunji + 3 more
  • English
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The gut microbiome plays a very important role in your health. It controls digestion and has a beneficial impact on your immune system and other aspects of health. An Introduction to the Microbiome in Health and Diseases is a prelude to subsequent books on this topic which provides in-depth coverage on the microbiome from basic to clinical microbiology. This introductory volume offers an overview on the microbiome and explores the role of the human microbiome in health and disease outcomes. It examines the compositional structure and molecular approaches to microbiome characterization and identification. Additional coverage also includes an introduction to animal microbiomes, plant microbiomes, epigenetic programming, gut microbiota and the impact of diet and exercise, as well as the relationship between the microbiome and COVID-19.

Microbial Biofilms

  • 1st Edition
  • April 10, 2024
  • Mukesh Kumar Yadav + 2 more
  • English
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Microbial biofilms are serious problem in medical settings as they are associated with significant mortality and morbidity. Infection related to biofilms not only increases recovery time, but also escalates the cost of disease management. Biofilms are intrinsically resistant to antibiotics and evade human defense mechanisms. In addition, the close proximity of microbes within biofilms promotes genetic transformation, facilitating the acquisition of antibiotic-resistant genes and leading to an increased prevalence of diseases associated with resistance. Fortunately, with advances in science and technology, novel strategies are being utilized to mitigate the impact of biofilms on human health.Microbial Biofilms: Role in Human Infectious Diseases focuses on new and emerging concepts in microbial biofilm research. It explores topics such as the mechanisms of biofilm formation, biofilm-induced pathogenesis, biofilm detection and diagnosis, gene exchange within biofilms, strategies to control microbial biofilms, and the burden of biofilm-associated infections. Additionally, the book highlights the various antibiofilm strategies, such as surface coating, signal quenching, novel compounds that can be translated to curb biofilm-associated infections, and the escalation of antimicrobial resistance determinants.

Recent Developments in Nanomaterial-based Sensing of Human Pathogens

  • 1st Edition
  • March 11, 2024
  • Seshadri Reddy Ankireddy + 1 more
  • English
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Recent Developments in Nanomaterial-based Sensing of Human Pathogens is a comprehensive book providing recent insights into nanomaterial-based sensing of human pathogens. The chapters cover diverse topics, including nanosensor analytical properties, the intersection of nanosensors and biological markers in pathogenic diseases, nanodevices in neurological infections, foodborne pathogen detection, viral and bacterial biomarkers, fungal disease diagnostics, mycoplasma-triggered inflammation, protozoan diseases, and mycoplasma clinical detection. This book serves as a valuable resource showcasing cutting-edge advancements in nanotechnology for pathogen detection, contributing to improved diagnosis and disease management across various domains.

Microbial Essentialism

  • 1st Edition
  • March 9, 2024
  • Raghvendra Pratap Singh + 4 more
  • English
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Microbial Essentialism: An Industrial Prospective refers to properties specifically possessed by microbes, including the secretion of metabolites which make them unique. These microorganisms can be commercially exploited for beneficial purposes such as the production of whole microbial cells, for products for direct use, or as starting raw materials in the manufacture of other commercial products. The book reviews the newest techniques, approaches, and options in the use of microorganisms for the manufacture of industrially important products such as pharmaceuticals, industrial enzymes, chemicals, proteins, foods and beverages, and fuels. Additional sections cover fundamental principles of established and innovative industrial microbiology and biotechnology processes and products while also discussing industrial microorganisms and the technology required for large-scale cultivation and isolation of fermentation products.

Advances in Virus Research

  • 1st Edition
  • Volume 118
  • March 7, 2024
  • Robin MacDiarmid + 2 more
  • English
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Advances in Virus Research, Volume 118 highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters on topics such as HCMV-encoded GPCRs in infection, disease, and pathogenesis, Defense signaling pathways in resistance to plant viruses: crosstalk and finger pointing, and Pathogenesis of neuroinvasive flaviviruses.

Systems Biology Approaches for Host-Pathogen Interaction Analysis

  • 1st Edition
  • February 12, 2024
  • Mohd. Tashfeen Ashraf + 2 more
  • English
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Application and utilization of data science approaches has revolutionized scientific research including host–pathogen interaction analyses. Host–pathogen interactions are generally considered highly specific interactions, resulting in a variety of consequences. Data science approaches coupled with network biology has taken host–pathogen interaction analysis from specific interaction to a new paradigm of understanding the consequences of these interactions within a biological network. Unfortunately, basic biological researchers are mostly unaware of these advancements. Conversely, data scientists are not familiar with biological aspects of such data. Systems Biology Approaches for Host–Pathogen Interaction Analyses benefits biological researchers by expanding the scope of their research and utilization of their accumulated data using recent technological advancements. In addition, the book also opens avenues for bioinformatics and computer science researchers to utilize their expertise in biologically meaningful ways.

The Potential of Microbes for a Circular Economy

  • 1st Edition
  • January 9, 2024
  • E.K. Radhakrishnan + 2 more
  • English
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The Potential of Microbes for a Circular Economy provides an understanding of the role of microbes in a circular economy (CE). The book covers the development of effective bio-based formulations for field applications and describes the basic principles and applications, the important role of microorganisms, and new insights into a sustainable ecosystem for the circular economy. In addition, it compiles the latest advancement in the field of CE by covering microbes and microbial products, thus providing microbiologists the tools to engage with the public, policymakers, and industry to inform the debate on addressing current challenges.

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