Books in Life sciences

Scale-up and Chemical Process for Microbial Production of Plant-Derived Bioactive Compounds

1st Edition
March 20, 2024
Yongjun Wei + 2 more
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Many plant-derived bioactive compounds are the foundation for drugs or effective drugs to cure diseases. Usually, the bioactive compounds in plant biomass are low, and the extraction of bioactive compounds from plants is not eco-friendly, which limits their application in drugs and other industries. While the biosynthesis of some complex bioactive compounds is possible, the scale-up and chemical process technology still needs further application in commercial production of the plant-derived bioactive compounds.Scale-up and Chemical Process for Microbial Production of Plant-Derived Bioactive Compounds: From Laboratory to Industry summarizes recent commercial microbial production strategies for plant-derived bioactive compounds. This comprehensive summary will be of great interest to scientists and researchers, as well as engineers who work on the microbial production of plant-derived bioactive compounds in the industry.

Encyclopedia of Fish Physiology

2nd Edition
March 19, 2024
Sarah L. Alderman + 1 more
English
Hardback
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eBook
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Encyclopedia of Fish Physiology, Second Edition is a comprehensive, introductory-level reference work that aims to unite readers in the wonders of this discipline. Chapters highlight where physiological systems and processes are conserved across vertebrate groups, which supports the use of fish as a vertebrate model for investigating fundamental problems in physiology and knowledge transfer to the medical field. Other chapters highlight unique specializations and adaptations that allow fish to survive in challenging environments, leading to a deeper appreciation of the natural world. Final sections demonstrate the consequences of perturbing physiological systems and how this knowledge can empower conservation strategies to protect fish. Much has changed in the field of fish physiology since publication of the previous, Prose award winning, edition. For example, we understand better the impacts of global climate change on the physiological systems of fish, and we have gained a deeper mechanistic understanding of physiological processes through technological advancements such as gene editing with CRISPR, whole genome sequencing, and quantitative ‘omic` approaches. The new edition greatly expands the closing thematic section focused on applying fish physiology to real world challenges with topics including ocean acidification, declining habitat quality due to human activities, and the use of zebrafish in biomedical studies on tissue regeneration, neurological disorders and cancer.

Polymeric Membrane Formation by Phase Inversion

1st Edition
March 19, 2024
Naser Tavajohi + 1 more
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Polymeric Membrane Formation by Phase Inversion analyzes the four main phase inversion techniques. Effective parameters in each technique are covered, along with the methodologies needed to prepare advanced membranes for specific separations in both liquid and gas phases. Roll-to-roll casting, spinning hollow fiber, and electrospinning nanofibers are presented, along with an analysis of the impact of solvent toxicity, membrane production, and the source of raw materials on the environment. The book describes a roadmap for designing different morphological characteristics for preparing specific membranes for special applications, along with the merits and disadvantages of each method. This book provides an easy, comprehensive reference for academic and industry professionals working in membrane engineering.

Encyclopedia of Fish Physiology

2nd Edition
March 19, 2024
Sarah L. Alderman + 1 more
English
Hardback
9 7 8 0 3 2 3 9 0 8 0 1 6
eBook
9 7 8 0 3 2 3 9 9 7 6 1 4

Beneficial Microbes for Sustainable Agriculture under Stress Conditions

1st Edition
March 19, 2024
Tongmin Sa
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Beneficial Microbes for Sustainable Agriculture under Abiotic Stress: Functional Traits and Regulation highlights the potential for microbe-mediated stress phytotolerance to be improved by presenting multiple scenarios of application and results.In most research and studies, abiotic stress is applied singularly to specific plants inoculated with a bioinoculum or a microbial consortium to isolate specific plant-microbe responses. However, in reality, plants are continually exposed to a multitude of different stresses simultaneously occurring. This book presents microbial functional traits and microbe-mediated plant responses under both specific or combined stress conditions. Collectively, it provides insights into microbial functional traits and microbe-mediated plant responses in a wide range of conditions, providing foundational understanding of their potential benefits, and inspiring further research.The book also centers on specific microbial strains and groups which have been shown to effectively promote stress tolerance, and which could be utilized to boost agricultural production under stress conditions. Their potential utilization in stress affected lands not just improves crop production but could also be in line with sustainable agriculture.With the advancement of tools such as omics related technologies, emerging information on microbial functional traits and regulations on microbe-mediated phytotolerance will also allow us to develop relevant biotechnologies harnessing potentials of plant-microbe interactions under stress conditions. The information in this volume will be of interest to those working toward these next steps.

CRISPRized Horticulture Crops

1st Edition
March 19, 2024
Kamel A Abd-Elsalam + 2 more
English
Paperback
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CRISPRized Horticultural Crops: Genome Modified Plants and Microbes in Food and Agriculture summarizes applications of CRISPR/Cas systems and its advanced variants e.g., CRISPR/Cpf1, base editing and prime editing, for precise editing of horticultural crops. The book discusses vector transformations methods, epi-genome, deep learning, synthetic biology, and precision breeding for improving yield and quality related attributes in horticultural crops. With coverage of the relevant technologies and their applications, the book also includes bioinformatics and large-scale databases and their potential application in fruits, vegetables and ornamental plants and sections on regulatory concerns related to CRISPR edited crops. Horticultural crops, including fruit, vegetable and ornamental plants are an important component of agriculture production systems and play an important role in sustaining human life.

Myeloid-Derived Suppressor Cells

1st Edition
Volume 184
March 19, 2024
Carlos Jiménez-Cortegana + 1 more
English
Hardback
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eBook
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Myeloid-Derived Suppressor Cells, Volume 184 in the Methods in Cell Biology series includes comprehensive protocols to assess the role of myeloid-derived suppressor cells (MDSCs), an immature, heterogenous cell population from the myeloid lineage with a potent immunosuppressive activity in a variety of diseases. This volume includes interesting protocols that address the Detection of myeloid-derived suppressor cells by flow cytometry, Determination of murine myeloid-derived suppressor cells by flow cytometry, Isolation of Myeloid-Derived Suppressor Cells (MDSC) from Endometriotic Mice Model and their Immunomodulatory Functions, Simple protocol for measuring CD11b+ GR-1+ (Ly6C+/Ly6G+) myeloid cells from a minimum volume of mouse peripheral blood, and much more.Additional chapters cover Assessment of myeloid-derived suppressor cell differentiation ex vivo, Single clonal tracking on biomimetic microtextured platforms for real-time guided migration analysis of myeloid-derived suppressor cell dissemination characteristics ex vivo, Isolation and immunosuppressive functions of myeloid-derived suppressor cell-derived exosomes, Characterization of lysosomal acid lipase in Ly6G+ and CD11c+ myeloid-derived suppressor cells, In Vitro Osteoclastogenesis Assessment using Murine Myeloid-derived Suppressor Cells, Estimating Nitric Oxide (NO) from MDSCs by Griess Method, and In vitro generation of myeloid-derived suppressor cells (MDSCs) from hematopoietic progenitor cells (HPCs).

Enhancement of Brain Functions Prompted by Physical Activity Vol 1

1st Edition
Volume 283
March 19, 2024
Chi-Hung Juan + 2 more
English
Hardback
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The goal for this special edition of Progress in Brain Research extends beyond merely probing the yet-to-be-uncovered links between physical exercise and cognitive improvement. We aim to advance our knowledge, pushing the envelope of what is currently understood. We are particularly focused on how purposefully structured physical activities, carefully chosen participant groups, and specific cognitive areas can optimize the cognitive and mental health benefits derived from physical exercise. The inaugural volume of this series introduces 3 review articles and 7 original pieces of research, encompassing both behavioral experiments and neuroimaging studies. Our focus is on experimental research that sheds light on the immediate and long-term impact of physical exercise on cognition as well as expert opinions and systematic reviews that compile current findings and suggest avenues for upcoming research.

Modern Inference Based on Health-Related Markers

1st Edition
March 18, 2024
Albert Vexler + 2 more
English
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Modern Inference Based on Health Related Markers: Biomarkers and Statistical Decision Making provides a compendium of biomarkers based methodologies for respective health related fields and health related marker-specific biostatistical techniques. The book introduces correct and efficient testing mechanisms, including procedures based on bootstrap and permutation methods with the aim of making these techniques assessable to practical researchers. In the biostatistical aspect, it describes how to correctly state testing problems, but it also includes novel results, which have appeared in current statistical publications.In addition, the book discusses also modern applied statistical developments that consider data-driven techniques, including empirical likelihood methods and other simple and efficient methods to derive statistical tools for use in health related studies.

Marine Bivalve Mollusks and Emerging Pollutants

1st Edition
March 18, 2024
Guangxu Liu
English
Paperback
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Marine Bivalve Mollusks and Emerging Pollutants: Toxicological Impacts provides the most updated and comprehensive knowledge of the toxicological impacts of a variety of emerging pollutants on marine bivalve mollusk species. In addition to synthesizing recent toxicological findings, the book also discusses toxification mechanisms, current challenges, and future research prospects. Written by international experts, this book assesses new advances in the toxicological impacts of pollutants, including microplastics, bromide flame retardants, nanomaterials, pharmaceutical residues, personal care products, pesticides, and perfluorinated compounds. In addition, it details how these can affect reproduction, embryonic development, metabolism, and immune systems of marine bivalves. Behavioral responses and neuroendocrine regulation is also discussed. Toxification mechanisms are interpreted at both physiological and molecular levels. The book concludes with current research and environmental challenges and potentials for further, future study techniques.

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Books in Life sciences

Scale-up and Chemical Process for Microbial Production of Plant-Derived Bioactive Compounds

Encyclopedia of Fish Physiology

Polymeric Membrane Formation by Phase Inversion

Encyclopedia of Fish Physiology

Beneficial Microbes for Sustainable Agriculture under Stress Conditions

CRISPRized Horticulture Crops

Myeloid-Derived Suppressor Cells

Enhancement of Brain Functions Prompted by Physical Activity Vol 1

Modern Inference Based on Health-Related Markers

Marine Bivalve Mollusks and Emerging Pollutants

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