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    • Mechanical Circulatory and Respiratory Support

      • 2nd Edition
      • October 23, 2024
      • Shaun D. Gregory + 4 more
      • English
      • Hardback
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      Mechanical Circulatory and Respiratory Support, Second Edition, continues to provide a comprehensive overview of the past, present and future development of mechanical circulatory and respiratory support devices. This new edition provides an update on the field while also introducing new elements within the field such as ex-vivo perfusion, devices for HFpEF, design for manufacture, oxygenator design, and more content on route to market.Chapters from over 60 internationally-reno... experts focuses on the entire life-cycle of mechanical circulatory and respiratory support – from the descent into heart and lung failure, alternative medical management, device options, device design, implantation techniques, complications and medical management of the supported patient, patient-device interactions, cost effectiveness, route to market and a view to the future.This second edition is a useful resource for biomedical engineers and clinicians who are designing new mechanical circulatory or respiratory support devices, while also providing a comprehensive guide of the entire field for those who are already familiar with some areas and want to learn more. Reviews of the most cutting-edge research are provided throughout each chapter, along with guides on how to design new devices and which areas require specific focus for future research and development.

    • Genetic Disease Discovery and Therapeutics

      • 1st Edition
      • October 22, 2024
      • Moyra Smith
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Genetic Disease Discovery and Therapeutics presents information on the methods used to determine how specific gene defects influence pathology and phenotype and to review novel therapeutic approaches designed for the treatment of specific genetic and genomic disorders.This book investigates methodologies applied to the characterization of downstream functional effects of specific gene mutations associated with altered phenotypes and clinical disease. It documents evidence of how specific mutations influence pathology and lead to disease manifestations. This book also reviews information on therapeutic approaches that could potentially be applied in diseases due to gene defects. Genetic Disease Discovery and Therapeutics is a valuable reference for scientists and graduate students involved in laboratory research related to genetics, physiology, pathology, and pharmacology as well as clinicians who encounter patients with genetic disorders.

    • Health and Climate Change

      • 1st Edition
      • November 15, 2024
      • Saroj Pachauri + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      • eBook
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      Health and Climate Change: Unraveling the Connections researches the linkages between climate change and human health as reported from Mexico, the UK, USA, India, Bangladesh, Cameroon, Nigeria, and Cameroon. The book's chapters cover the multidimensional impacts of climate change on various aspects such as habitability, biodiversity, natural resources, and human health. This information from developed and developing countries will be of immense interest to the global audience of researchers, activists, governments, and others.Climate change, one of the greatest challenges of the 21st century, has serious adverse effects on human health. Extreme climate events increase mortality and morbidity, the prevalence of water- and vector-borne diseases, malnutrition, and respiratory diseases. Climate change has serious effects on mental health. Mental health is impacted directly and indirectly resulting in mental illnesses and suicidal mortality. Global heating, due to the increasing greenhouse effect, has disturbed the energetic balance of the Earth and destroyed its fragile climate. It is creating an atmospheric imbalance with toxins that are affecting the human nervous system and, thereby, impacting health.

    • The Immune System

      • 2nd Edition
      • October 22, 2024
      • Hymie Anisman + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      • eBook
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      The Immune System: Mental Health and Neurological Conditions fully investigates how immune-related cellular, molecular and anatomical changes impact mental functioning. This book combines human and animal studies to reveal immunological changes related to mental-health problems. In addition, users will find comprehensive information on new research related to the microbial composition of the gut, aka, the microbiome, and how it influences brain function and mental health. Common comorbidities with mental illness and their inherent immunological or inflammatory components are also covered. New chapters and sections on peripheral and central mechanisms in relation to viral pathogens, RNA editing to treat diseases, and COVID-19 will be included. Written by leaders in the field, the book synthesizes basic and clinical research to provide a thorough understanding on the role of immunity in neuropsychiatry. This book covers both mental-health conditions and degenerative disorders of the brain, including depression, schizophrenia, autism-like spectrum disorders, Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s-like dementia.

    • Feline Behavior and Welfare

      • 1st Edition
      • December 3, 2024
      • Valarie V. Tynes
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Feline Behavior and Welfare provides current and updated information for the veterinary practitioner regarding normal feline behavior and problem behavior. It includes solid background on feline ethology as well as practical information on preventing, diagnosing, managing and treating the most common feline behavior problems. Written by noted experts in the field of behavior and welfare, the book covers normal behaviors, prevention of feline behavior problems, and treatment of feline behavior problems. It presents cats as unique reflections of their nearest ancestor and explains how the nature of feline behavior poses problems when we confine cats to our homes.Preventive strategies are presented in clear and practical terms, with problem behaviors covered in an easy to reference style so that clinicians can readily locate answers to some of clients most frequently asked questions. This book will be a valuable resource for anyone working with cats.

    • Hyperautomation in Precision Agriculture

      • 1st Edition
      • November 22, 2024
      • Sartajvir Singh + 3 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      • eBook
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      Hyperautomation in Precision Agriculture: Advancements and Opportunities for Sustainable Farming is the first book to focus on the integration of multiple techniques and technologies to create an ecosystem sustaining approach that doesn’t compromise soil health or environmental safety as it increases crop yield. The book highlights the integration of state-of-the-art tools and working models to address the various challenges in the field of agriculture. It also identifies and discusses the potential and challenges of hyperautomation in sustainable agriculture with respect to efficiency improvement and human enhancement of automated operations.Hyperauto... is a true digital transformation in sustainable agriculture utilizing advanced techniques such as robotic process automation (RPA), digital process automation (DPA), unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), controlled-environme... agriculture (CEA), remote sensing, internet of things (IoT), crop modeling, precision farming, sustainable yield, image analysis, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and deep learning (DL).

    • Colorectal Cancer Treatment Resistance

      • 1st Edition
      • October 25, 2024
      • Zodwa Dlamini
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Colorectal Cancer Treatment Resistance: Mechanisms, Insights, Advances and Solutions provide insights, knowledge, and potential solutions for healthcare professionals, researchers, and individuals affected by colorectal cancer. The book discusses innovative therapies, personalized medicine, and the latest scientific advancements in the field, all aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of treatment and improving the prognosis for colorectal cancer patients. It elucidates on the broader context of cancer research and treatment strategies that have the potential to impact the overall approach to managing colorectal cancer and, by extension, other types of cancer that may exhibit similar resistance challenges.By studying and addressing resistance mechanisms, researchers and healthcare professionals can work towards improving patient outcomes and the overall quality of cancer care.

    • Insect Oil as a Source of Nutraceuticals

      • 1st Edition
      • November 29, 2024
      • Abdalbasit Adam Mariod
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Insect Oil as a Source of Nutraceuticals: New Approaches in the Food and Feed Industry explores how removing insect lipids can be an important source to not only ensure future food security, but also show the many uses of how insect oil can be a fat replacer in food, medicine, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics. While edible insect species are harvested in large numbers to contribute to food security, and as a source of alternative animal protein, their oil has not been seen in all parts of the world as part of the human diet.With more than 1,900 types of edible insects that can be consumed as food, and the fact that edible insects comprise of approximately 20% fat, the second most abundant nutrient after protein, this book is a welcomed addition on the topic.

    • The Kidney of the Critically Ill Pregnant Woman

      • 1st Edition
      • September 17, 2024
      • Jorge Hidalgo + 2 more
      • English
      • Hardback
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      The Kidney of the Critically Ill Pregnant Woman is a volume in the Critical Care in Obstetrics series. It’s a novel reference to educate physicians, nurses, and all allied healthcare personnel caring for pregnant women with kidney compromise. The authors have gathered the best evidence-based material explicitly focused on severe kidney complications in pregnant patients and postpartum. Among the chapters, the book covers medical-surgical complications that any patient can present, such as acute kidney injury during pregnancy, kidney disease, and hypertension complications specific to pregnancy.

    • Peritoneal Tumor Microenvironment of Cancers on Cancer Hallmarks

      • 1st Edition
      • June 27, 2024
      • Yong Sang Song + 6 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Peritoneal Tumor Microenvironment of Cancers on Cancer Hallmarks: Perspectives of Translational Medicine provides readers with cutting-edge knowledge on tumor microenvironment. By exploring multiple aspects on tumor microenvironment, it gives an integrative insight on cancer diseases ranging from diagnosis to prediction of prognosis and individualized treatment. The book discusses topics such as clinical significance of tumor microenvironment, tumorigenesis and cancer progression, histopathological features of cancer in peritoneum, immune cells in tumor, exosomal cell-to-cell interactions, and therapeutic approaches to target tumor microenvironment. In addition, it discusses tumor evolution during chemotherapy and metastasis and future perspectives on identification and validation of biomarkers using liquid biopsy. This book is a valuable resource for cancer researchers, oncologists, medical doctors, and several members of biomedical field who want to understand the complex microenvironment of peritoneal tumors.

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