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  • Lignin-Degrading Enzymes

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 716
    • English
    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.

  • Computational Methods in Medicinal Chemistry, Pharmacology, and Toxicology

    • 1st Edition
    • Muhammad Ishfaq
    • English
    Computational Methods in Medicinal Chemistry, Pharmacology, and Toxicology is a comprehensive resource that offers an advanced overview of computational techniques employed in drug discovery, design, and toxicity prediction. The book discusses various topics, including molecular modeling, virtual screening, machine learning, and network pharmacology. It serves as an essential guide for researchers, practitioners, and students in pharmacology, toxicology, medicinal chemistry, bioinformatics, and systems biology fields, showcasing practical applications and future perspectives on new technologies. In addition to covering computational approaches, the book provides real-world examples of drug discovery, candidate optimization, and safety assessment.Other sections explore computer applications in pharmacology and toxicology and discusses the importance of these methods in advancing medicinal research.

  • Artificial Intelligence Innovations for Biomedical Engineering and Healthcare

    • 1st Edition
    • Alma Y Alanis + 3 more
    • English
    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.

  • Advances in Probiotic Delivery Systems

    Strategies for Enhanced Viability, Targeted Delivery and Efficacy
    • 1st Edition
    • Tanmay Sarkar + 2 more
    • English
    Advances in Probiotic Delivery Systems: Strategies for Enhanced Viability, Targeted Delivery and Efficacy covers the complex world of probiotics, offering a comprehensive exploration of innovative delivery mechanisms designed to overcome challenges of stability and efficacy. From oral administration to alternative delivery routes, each chapter provides insights into cutting-edge formulation strategies, encapsulation techniques, and emerging technologies, equipping readers with the knowledge to explore the full potential of probiotics for health and wellness. Bridging the gap between theory and practice in probiotic delivery systems, this book delivers insights into the most effective delivery strategies.Despite the growing interest in probiotics and their potential health benefits, challenges such as poor stability and limited efficacy hinder their widespread application. This book fills this critical gap by providing readers with a thorough understanding of the underlying principles, latest advancements, and practical solutions in probiotic delivery. By consolidating the expertise of leading researchers and practitioners, the book empowers professionals across various industries to develop and implement effective probiotic formulations that make a difference in health outcomes.

  • 3D Bioprinting in Cancer Applications

    • 1st Edition
    • Fahima Dilnawaz + 3 more
    • English
    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.

  • Encyclopedia of the Neurological Sciences

    • 3rd Edition
    • John D. England
    • English
    Major advances in neurobiology and the clinical neurosciences have occurred in the past decade. Encyclopedia of the Neurological Sciences, Third Edition, Seven Volume Set, will cover and review all major areas of neuroscience and will be one of the few publications that can provide a complete overview of the neurological sciences in an easily accessible electronic format. All 21 sections and approx. 500 chapters will contain extensive supplemental links to useful references. Of special note are the new and paradigm shifting developments in genetics, immunology, molecular neurobiology, neuro-diagnostic tools and therapies for neurological disorders. This new edition will provide a thorough and easily accessible update in all areas of the neurological sciences. The sections and chapters will be written by internationally recognized experts from around the world and will be a valuable resource for all researchers, students and established scientists in the fields of neurology, psychiatry, and neurosurgery.

  • Tendon Regeneration

    Understanding Tissue Physiology and Development to Engineer Functional Substitutes
    • 2nd Edition
    • Manuela E. Gomes + 5 more
    • English
    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.

  • The Sustainable Food Choice

    An Interdisciplinary Approach to Consumer Food Behavior
    • 1st Edition
    • Valentina Carfora
    • English
    The Sustainable Food Choice: An Interdisciplinary Approach to Consumer Food Behaviour explores the intricate relationship between individual preferences, societal norms, and global challenges in the pursuit of sustainable eating habits. Featuring contributions from experts across various fields, the book delves into the nutritional, social, and psychological foundations of food choices, the influence of technology and innovation, and the role of policy in guiding consumer behavior. Through comprehensive analysis and case studies, it offers a roadmap for promoting environmentally friendly and health-conscious food consumption patterns.The book is structured into three sections, with each part focusing on unique aspects of sustainable eating. Highlights include chapters on psychological predictors of food choices, the impact of political attitudes, mindfulness in eating, front-of-package labeling, and smartphone interventions. It provides a holistic understanding of how science, mindfulness, and technology can be leveraged to encourage sustainable food choices.

  • Farmacología humana

    • 7th Edition
    • Jesús Flórez Beledo + 2 more
    • Spanish
    La séptima edición de "Farmacología humana", obra de referencia de la especialidad en habla hispana, ofrece un texto exhaustivo y plenamente actualizado, guiado por la claridad expositiva y combinando el conocimiento teórico con la práctica clínica. Se han mantenido y reforzado los capítulos que abordan los principios básicos de la ciencia farmacológica y se han reflejado todas las novedades acontecidas desde la última edición y se ha incluido un nuevo capítulo dedicado a las "Terapias antoneoplásicas dirigidas". Otra novedad a destacar es la incorporación de nuevos colaboradores que junto con los ya tradicionales aúnan experiencia y frescura a esta magnífica obra.

  • Plant-Based Milk Alternatives and Human Health

    Current Trends, Nutrition, and Public Health Implications
    • 1st Edition
    • Hassan Vatanparast
    • English
    Plant-Based Milk Alternatives and Human Health: Current Trends, Nutrition, and Public Health Implications covers plant-based milk alternatives and their impact on human health and nutrition. The book includes information on global national dietary recommendations, consumption trends, and public health concerns, and draws economic and health comparisons between conventional dairy milk and plant-based milk alternatives. Additional topics included are the history and commercialization of plant-based milks, their role in ethical issues, their influence on social well-being, and their impact on agriculture, business, and economics. Finally, the authors present projections for the future role and impact of plant-based milk alternatives in a global setting.This reference will be of particular interest to researchers in nutrition, food and beverage science, and public health who focus on dairy milk and milk alternatives, beverage companies and product developers in the non-dairy milk space, as well as governmental organizations that provide health recommendations.

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