Books in Life sciences

Biomechanics and Mechanobiology of Bone

1st Edition
February 1, 2026
Luis Cardoso + 2 more
English

Biomechanics and Mechanobiology of Bone: From Model to Patient provides readers with a comprehensive overview of the modelling and assessment of bone biomechanics. It addresses topics such as biosubstitutes and bone implants from the point of view of design, properties, computational modeling, and choice of biomaterials. It concentrates on the biomechanics and mechanobiology modeling approaches of bone, including biological models, multiphysical approaches, surface and volumetric growth models, and bone fluid flow models. This is augmented by case studies and examples of models for computer-aided diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of bone diseases. Readers are introduced to bone physiology, adaptation, and disease, including cellular aspects at the root of bone mechanotransduction and leading to bone growth and remodeling, and management of diseases. Chapters also cover the mechanical, multiphysical multiscale properties of bone and constitutive laws including bone viscoelasticity, poroelasticity, bone damage, fatigue and fracture, as well as measurement techniques of bone properties.

Evolution of Nervous Systems

3rd Edition
February 1, 2026
Jon H. Kaas + 1 more
English
eBook
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The third edition of Evolution of Nervous Systems includes wholly new content over 4 volumes, all chapters from the previous edition have been thoroughly updated, and 50 brand new contributions by leading experts have been added. Each of the volumes will be carefully restructured to offer expanded coverage of non-mammalian taxa, mammals, primates and the human nervous system. The basic principles of brain evolution are discussed, as well as mechanisms of change, which involve gene expression and altered courses of embryonic development. The reader can select from chapters on highly specific topics as well as those providing an overview of current thinking and approaches. This timely new edition of Evolution of Nervous Systems is a unique major reference, offering the gold standard for those interested in evolution and in nervous systems.

The Honey Bee and Climate Change

1st Edition
February 1, 2026
Gloria DeGrandi-Hoffman
English

A honey bee colony is a community of interacting organisms continually adjusting their behaviors, both individually and collectively, in response to even the subtlest changes in the environment. It’s only logical then, that the more significant changes and stressors due to climate change will push the colony to its limits, disrupting the delicate balance of the hive and threatening the survival of the colony. Honey Bees and Climate Change: Surveying the Impacts and Proposing Solutions to Save Our Pollinators is the first and only book to examine the responses of honey bees to climate change and the threat it poses to their ability to thrive and survive. Drawing on systems science and the central theme that all outcomes are products of an interconnected system, the book will address how climate change is affecting honey bee nutrition, growth, and overwinter survival, which in turn threaten commercial beekeeping and crop production. Impacts on other pollinators will be touched on as well. Finally, potential mitigating strategies, key areas of action, and the future outlook will be covered.Written by a leading scientist with over 40 years of experience studying honey bee physiology, nutrition, colony survival, and the impact of climate change on the colony, Honey Bees and Climate Change is crucial reading for students and researchers studying honey bees, especially those with an interest in the impacts of climate change on pollinators. The inclusion of key terms and definitions as well as case studies make this work an excellent supplementary text for courses on honey bee biology, apiculture, pollinator conservation, or climate change ecology.

Medical Imaging and Behavioral Science

1st Edition
February 1, 2026
Dilber Uzun Ozsahin + 4 more
English

Medical Imaging and Behavioral Science provides comprehensive coverage of the fundamental principles of medical imaging and behavioral science. This book presents the latest research, techniques, and technological advancements in medical imaging and behavioral science for researchers and professionals working in the fields of image processing, computer science, and healthcare enabling them to solve problems at different stages of the research workflow. The book examines machine learning and deep-learning based approaches to medical image analysis. Chapters investigate the design and application of software and diagnostic tools across all aspects of medical imaging and behavioral sciences, including autism spectrum disorders, memory and learning, stress, eating disorders, among others. Researchers and professionals working in the fields of medical image processing, computer science, radiology, psychology, and neuroscience will benefit from the unique multidisciplinary perspective.

Immuno-oncology and immunotherapy Part G

1st Edition
Volume 202
February 1, 2026
Maud Charpentier + 3 more
English
eBook
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Integrated Pest and Pollinator Management

1st Edition
February 1, 2026
Habib Ali + 1 more
English

In recent years, the agricultural industry has faced mounting challenges in pest control due to the widespread use of chemical pesticides. These conventional methods, while effective in the short term, have led to unintended consequences, including the decline of pollinator populations and negative impacts on their ecosystems. To address these concerns, Integrated Pest and Pollinator Management (IPPM) has emerged as a holistic approach to sustainable agriculture. The first scientific book of its kind, Integrated Pest and Pollinator Management, explores the delicate balance of agricultural productivity and ecosystem health. It delves into the intertwined relationship between pests and pollinators, offering practical strategies for managing pests while safeguarding the well-being of vital pollinators. Drawing on cutting-edge research and practical case studies, Integrated Pest and Pollinator Management outlines the principles and methodologies of IPPM and introduces innovative techniques such as biological control, crop rotation, habitat manipulation, and the use of pest-resistant crop varieties. From stakeholders in agricultural systems to researchers and students working in the field, Integrated Pest and Pollinator Management is a must-have resource.

Advances in Immunology

1st Edition
Volume 168
February 1, 2026
Frederick Alt + 1 more
English

Clean label starch

1st Edition
February 1, 2026
Parmjit Singh Panesar + 1 more
English

Clean label starch: Processes, Properties and Functionality, a volume in the "Applications of Starches in Food and Packaging" Series, provides the most up-to-date information on clean label starches, catering to a wide range of readers interested in starch modification and its applications in clean label food and packaging industries. Chapters cover hydro-thermal clean label starch, thermal and non thermal physically modified starches, biotechnological approaches for clean label starch production, and its nanoencapsulation. Applications of clean label starch in the edible packaging industry, biodegradable packaging, and in bakery and confectionery are also included. The book discusses the challenges, and consumer acceptability, in addition to the quality attributes of clean label starch. Edited by an internationally diverse group of experts and leaders who possess extensive, up-to-date knowledge of native and modified starches and related technologies, this book is an excellent resource which highlights important global perspectives in the field.

The Marmoset Brain in Stereotaxic Coordinates

2nd Edition
January 16, 2026
George Paxinos + 3 more
English

The Marmoset Brain in Stereotaxic Coordinates, Second Edition offers an essential resource for in neuroanatomy from the Paxinos team. The marmoset is the simplest available model with which researchers can study the brain in ways that are relevant for understating the human structure, making this a key atlas for anyone studying the brain. Based on a computational average of 20 marmoset brains, this atlas will include a comprehensive overview of the marmoset brain including detailed delineations and histochemistry. This atlas will include detailed figures of coronal, sagittal and horizontal sections of the brain which. New to this edition, there will also be coverage on cortical layers, which has yet to be featured in other atlases.

Cell Shape and Position during Development

1st Edition
Volume 166
January 15, 2026
Nicolas Plachta
English

Cell Shape and Position during Development provides a comprehensive overview of the fundamental roles that cell morphology and spatial organization play in the development of multicellular organisms. This volume brings together leading experts in developmental biology, cell biology, and biophysics to explore how cells acquire specific shapes, how their positions are determined and maintained, and how these factors influence tissue formation and organogenesis.

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