Books in Life sciences

Hormones and Reproduction of Vertebrates, Volume 5

2nd Edition
August 1, 2024
David O. Norris + 1 more
English
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Hormones and Reproduction of Vertebrates, Volume 5: Mammals is the fifth of five second-edition volumes representing a comprehensive and integrated overview of hormones and reproduction in fishes, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals. The book includes coverage of endocrinology, neuroendocrinology, physiology, behavior, and anatomy of mammalian reproduction. It provides a broad treatment of the roles of pituitary, thyroid, adrenal, and gonadal hormones in all aspects of reproduction, as well as descriptions of major life history events. New to this edition are chapters on the evolution of viviparity, reproduction of ungulates, carnivores, and marine mammals as well as a concluding assessment of the effect of environmental influences on mammals.The initial chapters in this book broadly examine sex determination, reproductive neuroendocrinology, stress, and hormonal regulation as they relate to male and female reproductive structure and function. Subsequent chapters introduce the evolution of viviparity and examine pregnancy in eutherian mammals, parturition, pheromones, and behavioral neuroendocrinology. The book concludes with an examination of the environmental influences on hormones and reproduction of mammals, including endocrine-disrupting chemicals and climate change.

Advances in Parasitology

1st Edition
Volume 125
August 1, 2024
David Rollinson + 1 more
English
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Advances in Parasitology, Volume 125 provides detailed and comprehensive reviews written by experts covering all aspects of parasitology. Chapters in this new release include New directions for malaria vector control using geography and geospatial analysis, PfEMP1 – Still of key importance in Plasmodium falciparum malaria immunity and pathogenesis, and Fish Ectoparasite Detection, Collection and Curation.

Melatonin

1st Edition
July 31, 2024
Sheikh Mansoor + 3 more
English
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Melatonin: A Ubiquitous Pleiotropic Molecule equips researchers with an understanding of the molecular biology of melatonin in plants. The book explores the occurrence of melatonin in several plant species, covering key aspects, including its biosynthesis, physiological function in plant growth and development, and signaling pathways. It then discusses the benefits melatonin has for plant and agricultural development, as well as how it can be utilized as a therapeutic in the treatment of human diseases. The role it can play in the oxidative stress response and circadian rhythm modulation are covered, as well as its nutraceutical potential for human health.The book also covers the importance of melatonin in a range of fields, including drug discovery and disease resistance, agriculture, botany, and biotechnology, and is an ideal reference for researchers across these disciplines.

Redox Signaling

1st Edition
Volume 162
July 30, 2024
Danyelle Townsend + 3 more
English
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Advances in Cancer Research, Volume 162 highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters written by an international board of authors.

Artificial Intelligence in Microbiology: Scope and Challenges Volume 1

1st Edition
Volume 55
July 30, 2024
Akanksha Srivastava + 1 more
English
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Nowadays, the field of microbiology is undergoing a revolutionary change due to the emergence of Artificial Intelligence (AI). AI is being used to analyze massive data in a predictable form, about the behavior of microorganisms, to solve microbial classification-relat... problems, exploring the interaction between microorganisms and the surrounding environment. It also helps to extract novel microbial metabolites which have been used in various fields like medical, food and agricultural industries. As the pace of innovation in Microbiology is accelerating, the use of AI in these industries will be beneficial. AI will not only show its extraordinary potential in expanding the market of antibiotics, food, and agriculture but also offer an eco-friendly, safer, and profitable solution to the respective industries. It would be challenging to search out specific features and discuss future research on AI in microbiology with a wide perspective.

Microbial Genomics: Clinical, Pharmaceutical, and Industrial Applications

1st Edition
July 27, 2024
Huseyin Tombuloglu + 1 more
English
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Microbial Genomics: Clinical, Pharmaceutical and Industrial Applications focuses on the various applications of microbial genomics in clinical, pharmaceutical, and industrial fields. The book consists of four parts devoted to bacterial, viral, and fungal genomics, as well as their applications in clinical, pharmaceutical, and industrial fields. Chapters are written by experts in their respective disciplines and are tightly organized with an introduction to detailed descriptions, available software implementation, applications, advanced topics, summaries, analytic questions, exercises, and suggested readings. Throughout this book, the latest genomics and biotechnological developments and discoveries as well as open problems and future challenges on microbial genomics are highlighted. Readers will be introduced to state-of-the-art developments and trends of microbial genomics, its clinical, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications.

The Rose and Mackay Textbook of Autoimmune Diseases

7th Edition
July 26, 2024
M. Eric Gershwin + 2 more
English
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**Selected for 2025 Doody’s Core Titles® with "Essential Purchase" designation in Allergy/Clinical Immunology**The Rose-Mackay Textbook of Autoimmune Diseases, Seventh Edition is a comprehensive reference that emphasizes the "3 P’s" of 21st Century medicine: precision, prediction, and prevention. Topics cover the modern systems approach to biology that involves large amounts of personalized, ongoing physiologic data ("omics") coupled with advanced methods of analysis, new tests of genetic engineering, such as CRISPR, auto inflammatory diseases, autoimmune responses to tumor immunotherapy, and information on normal immune response and disorders. Each of the major autoimmune disorders is discussed by researchers and clinical investigators experienced in dealing with patients.This new edition continues its success with 75% of the content revised, updated, or completely new. This edition is a valuable resource to clinicians involved in the diagnosis and treatment of autoimmune disease, as well as to scientists who want to follow developments in the field.

The Science and Art of Sensory Processing Sensitivity

1st Edition
July 25, 2024
Bianca P. Acevedo
English
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The Science and Art of Sensory Processing Sensitivity provides an up-to-date and novel scientific perspective on the biologically based Sensory Processing Sensitivity (SPS) trait— which is associated with enhanced awareness, depth of cognitive processing, and heightened responsivity to the environment and other individuals. This second volume by B.P. Acevedo, following “The Highly Sensitive Brain,” takes a scientific perspective on its exploration of SPS, but adds to the existing body of literature on high sensitivity by including an enhanced discussion on the proposed mechanisms linking it with depression, anxiety, and burnout.In addition, this second volume explores SPS’ relationship to other relevant personality traits, such as the Big Five, creativity, and sensation seeking; and sheds light on how their varying combinations give rise to different outcomes for highly sensitive persons (HSPs). A unique contribution of this volume is its detailed examination of the role of culture, gender, biology, aging, and the environment (including the workplace) on the expression (or repression) of high sensitivity.Also, unlike previous books, this volume takes a broad perspective on outcomes related to being highly sensitive to shine a light on the non-trivial issue plaguing many HSPs: diminished quality of life, happiness, and well-being. As such, a major contribution of the second volume on the science of SPS, is its extensive description of scientifically-based techniques that might improve the quality of life for those with high SPS.Thus, this volume may appeal to a wide audience, including both HSPs and those in their social network (friends, partners, physicians, parents, educators, and clinicians) who wish to better understand SPS, those with the trait, and how to enhance well-being among the highly sensitive.

Diagnostic, Prognostic, and Therapeutic Role of MicroRNAs in Head and Neck Cancer

1st Edition
July 25, 2024
Ashok Kumar + 3 more
English
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Diagnostic, Prognostic and Therapeutic Role of MicroRNAs in Head and Neck Cancer provides detailed information on various miRNA-based approaches for the diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment of HNSCC. The book encompasses various miRNA-based point-of-care diagnostics and drug delivery systems for HNSCC, along with information on clinical trials for improved clinical outcomes in HNSCC patients. In addition, it provides a comprehensive overview of currently available miRNAs associated with HNSCC and their extensive application for early diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment. Scientists and clinicians looking to win the battle against HNSCC will benefit from the book's sections on early diagnosis to improve treatment, increase treatment response rates, and reduce mortality rates. Recently, miRNA-based diagnostics and therapeutics have gained considerable attention among the scientific community. MiRNAs are known to have great potential as biomarkers for early diagnosis, prediction, and prognosis of HNSCC, and play a role in development of targeted gene therapy.

Alzheimer's Disease Research Guide

1st Edition
July 25, 2024
Takaomi C. Saido
English
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Alzheimer's Disease Research Guide: Animal Models for Understanding Mechanisms and Medications provides researchers with a comprehensive guide, detailing every aspect of Alzheimer's Disease research, including chapters on neuroinflammation, immunotherapy, biomarkers, and animal modeling. This book begins with historical perspectives of both pathological chronology and pathological biochemistry in relation to Alzheimer’s disease. Other chapters review Amyloidogenic AB and Non-Amyloidogenic tau and Metabolism of AB major components to the research and understanding of Alzheimer’s research. The book concludes with specific treatment chapters including how to develop safe, effective, and inexpensive medications and the application of genome editing to the treatment of Familial Alzheimer's Disease.Written by world renowned expert in Alzheimer’s research, this book is a valuable resource for all researchers.

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