Skip to main content
Elsevier
View Cart
My account

Books in Life sciences

BooksJournals

    • Sustainable Management of Agro-Food Waste

      • 1st Edition
      • November 17, 2024
      • Shalini Rai + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 2 3 6 7 9 2
      • eBook
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 2 3 6 8 0 8
      Sustainable Management of Agro-Food Waste: Fundamental Aspects and Practical Applications provides insights into the latest approaches for optimizing waste produced by these industries. Bioconversion of agro-food waste is a significant concern for maintaining the ecosystem. This book covers current research into the production of a variety of bioactive compounds, bioenergy resources, and nanomaterials using potential microbes associated widely with the industry’s waste. With primary focus on the microbial enzymes, secondary metabolites, single cell protein, bioethanol, biohydrogen, bio-fortified compost, bioelectricity, and nanomaterial’s, the book presents a range of biotechnological approaches.Sections describe the application of microbial niches in waste recycling and renewable energies like biofuel, plant enzymes, and hormones for different agriculture and allied sectors. With recent advancements in the synthesis of bioactive compounds, bioenergy, and nanomaterials and the discovery of their agriculture, environmental and biomedical applications, it is expected that these methods will be applied at a large scale for industrial application in different sectors. Policies required for the agro-food waste management and option for their utilization are also discussed, along with the sources of their generation.

    • Drug Discovery Stories

      • 1st Edition
      • October 18, 2024
      • Bin Yu + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 2 3 9 3 2 8
      • eBook
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 2 3 9 3 3 5
      Drug Discovery Stories: From Bench to Bedside presents a collection of cases on the development of highly successful pharmaceuticals. It delves into the realm of drug discovery, exploring the structural biology and biological functions of the sought-after targets. The book covers the identification of promising compounds, their transformation from hits to leads through meticulous optimization, and the elucidation of how key compounds interact with the target (in essence, providing invaluable insights for drug design). Additionally, it covers essential information such as the pivotal biological and PK data of lead compounds, any noteworthy clinical results, and a comprehensive overview of other candidate compounds.The field of drug discovery and development has experienced rapid evolution, with numerous new drugs receiving approval each year. While several books have been published on this subject, there is a pressing need for a new book series that accurately reflects the current advancements in drug discovery. This book aims to not only cater to the drug discovery community but also engage other communities involved in chemical biology, synthetic chemistry, and pharmacology.

    • Biomechatronics

      • 2nd Edition
      • September 4, 2024
      • Marko B. Popovic
      • English
      • Paperback
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 1 3 8 6 2 1
      • eBook
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 1 3 8 6 3 8
      Biomechatronics is rapidly becoming one of the most influential and innovative research directions defining the 21st century. The second edition Biomechatronics provides a complete and up-to-date account of this advanced subject at the university textbook level. This new edition introduces two new chapters – Animals Biomechatronics and Plants Biomechatronics – highlighting the importance of the rapidly growing world population and associated challenges with food production. Each chapter is co-authored by top experts led by Professor Marko B. Popovic, researcher and educator at the forefront of advancements in this fascinating field. Starting with an introduction to the historical background of Biomechatronics, this book covers recent breakthroughs in artificial organs and tissues, prosthetic limbs, neural interfaces, orthotic systems, wearable systems for physical augmentation, physical therapy and rehabilitation, robotic surgery, natural and synthetic actuators, sensors, and control systems. A number of practice prompts and solutions are provided at the end of the book. The second edition of Biomechatronics is a result of dedicated work of a team of more than 30 contributors from all across the globe including top researchers and educators in the United States (Popovic, Lamkin-Kennard, Herr, Sinyukov, Troy, Goodworth, Johnson, Kaipa, Onal, Bowers, Djuric, Fischer, Ji, Jovanovic, Luo, Padir, Tetreault), Japan (Tashiro, Iraminda, Ohta, Terasawa), Sweden (Boyraz), Turkey (Arslan, Karabulut, Ortes), Germany (Beckerle and Wiliwacher), New Zealand (Liarokapis), Switzerland (Dobrev), and Serbia (Lazarevic).

    • Technological Advances and Innovations in the Treatment of Chronic Respiratory Disorders

      • 1st Edition
      • October 21, 2024
      • Gabriele De Rubis + 5 more
      • English
      • Paperback
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 2 7 3 4 5 2
      • eBook
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 2 7 3 4 4 5
      Technological Advances and Innovations in the Treatment of Chronic Respiratory Disorders focuses on 3D printing, bioprinting, microfluidics, organ-on-a-chip systems, and molecular modeling. The book, written by a team of leading experts in the field, is an essential resource for anyone interested in the future of CRD treatment. Chapters discuss the emerging therapeutic approaches for CRDs, including biologicals and phytoceuticals. Core chapters of the book then cover the application of 3D printing, bioprinting, microfluidics, organ-on-a-chip systems, and molecular modeling to different CRDs. The book concludes with a discussion of the current clinical trials and future prospects for the management of CRDs.This is a valuable resource for researchers, clinicians, and other healthcare professionals who are interested in the latest technological advances in the field of CRDs. It will also be of interest to students and scientists working in the fields of pharmaceutical sciences, microfluidics, bioinformatics, drug design, drug delivery, and 3D printing.

    • Unconventional Functional Fermented Beverages

      • 1st Edition
      • October 23, 2024
      • Carlos Ricardo Soccol + 3 more
      • English
      • Paperback
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 1 3 9 6 6 6
      • eBook
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 1 3 9 6 5 9
      Unconventional Functional Fermented Beverages: Practices and Technologies addresses the technological and functional aspects of fermented beverages that are being produced and consumed around the world. A wide array of unconventional, unique beverages are covered, from new, non-dairy kefir products, to coffee, honey, and coconut-based beverages, exploring a huge variety of non-alcoholic fermented drinks. The book investigates the scientific principles behind each of these beverages and covers manufacturing methods and new technologies, as well as health and safety in the manufacture of fermented beverages.Readers will find practical guidance for beverage producers as well as novel, academic material for functional food scientists and technologists.

    • A New Era in Alzheimer's Research

      • 1st Edition
      • October 17, 2024
      • Sandeep Kumar Singh + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 1 5 5 4 0 6
      • eBook
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 1 5 5 3 9 0
      A New Era in Alzheimer's Research: Pathogenesis, Prevention, and Treatment is focused on the research and perspectives in Alzheimer's disease (AD), offering an update on the challenging aspects of neurodegenerative disorders. Each chapter of this book contains unique and valuable scientific information on the latest progress of research in neurodevelopmental diseases. Even after years of research, Alzheimer's disease is still far from being cured; this book addresses the most current issues within the many dimensions relevant to the pathogenesis, diagnosis, and prevention under one cover, making it useful for researchers, students, and clinicians, as well as those in pharmaceuticals.

    • Design and Applications of Microneedles in Drug Delivery and Therapeutics

      • 1st Edition
      • June 28, 2024
      • Prashant Kesharwani
      • English
      • Paperback
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 1 3 8 8 1 2
      • eBook
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 1 3 8 8 0 5
      Design and Applications of Microneedles in Drug Delivery and Therapeutics details the design, characterization, and applications of this novel drug delivery system. Microneedles offer several advantages over traditional oral and parenteral approaches due to their ability to be fabricated and altered in shape, size and material type, and their convenience to be matched to specific treatment needs. This book covers the materials selection, design and fabrication approaches, and clinical translation of microneedles for a range of therapeutic applications, including cancer therapy, gene and vaccine delivery, wound healing, and more.This book is a forward-thinking resource for those working in the development of materials and devices for novel drug delivery.

    • Health Effects of Indoor Air Pollution

      • 1st Edition
      • April 1, 2024
      • Mohammad Hadi Dehghani + 3 more
      • English
      • Paperback
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 1 6 0 9 0 5
      • eBook
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 1 6 0 9 1 2
      Health Effects of Indoor Air Pollution, Volume Two, Air Pollution, Human Health, and the Environment is part of a three volume series. This volume covers the various classifications of indoor air pollutants and discusses the health impact of indoor pollutants, such as gaseous pollutants and particulate matter. It also examines epidemiological studies related to different air pollutants on health and the workplace. This book begins with an overview of classifications, sources, and occurrences of indoor air pollutants. It also examines the environmental and health impacts due to organic and inorganic air pollutants and how to mitigate them through exposure and risk management.Other sections explore “sick building syndrome,” which causes acute health and discomfort that appears to be linked to time spent in a building. Recent trends and control strategies for occupation exposure due to poor indoor air quality in industrial and nonindustrial workplaces to human health are also covered. This book is a valuable reference for academicians, researchers, and students in environmental health, public health, and occupational health, as well as environmental engineers, meteorologists, epidemiologists, medical researchers, and environmental toxicologists.

    • Hormones and Reproduction of Vertebrates, Volume 2

      • 2nd Edition
      • July 17, 2024
      • David O. Norris + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 1 6 0 2 0 2
      • eBook
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 1 6 0 2 1 9
      Hormones and Reproduction of Vertebrates, Volume 2: Amphibians is the second of five second-edition volumes representing a comprehensive and integrated overview of hormones and reproduction in fishes, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals. The book covers endocrinology, neuroendocrinology, physiology, behavior, and the anatomy of amphibian 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 is a concluding assessment of the effect of environmental influences on amphibians.This book is designed to provide a readable, coordinated description of reproductive basics in amphibians, as well as an introduction to the latest trends in reproductive research and a presentation of our understanding of reproductive events gained over the past decade. It may serve as a stand-alone reference for researchers and practitioners in the field of herpetology or as one of five coordinated references aligned to provide topical treatment across vertebrate taxa for researchers, practitioners, and students focused on vertebrate endocrinology.

    • Resilient Health

      • 1st Edition
      • June 24, 2024
      • Judy Kuriansky + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 1 8 5 2 9 8
      • eBook
        9 7 8 0 4 4 3 1 8 5 3 0 4
      Resilient Health: Leveraging Technology and Social Innovations to Transform Healthcare for COVID-19 Recovery and Beyond presents game-changing and disruptive technological innovations and social applications in physical and mental healthcare around the world for the post-COVID age and beyond, addressing the urgent need for care. In this first-of-its kind comprehensive volume, experts and stakeholders from all sectors - government and the public and private sectors - offer models and frameworks for policy, programming, and financing to transform healthcare, address inequities, close the treatment gap, and “build back better,” especially for under-resourced vulnerable communities globally, to “leave no one behind” and advance development globally. Contributions from world experts cover 8 essential parts: The context and challenges for resilient health systems to shape the future; developments and directions (AI, VR, MR, IVAs and more); an innovations toolbox, also targeted for special populations and settings (women, youth, ageing, migrants, disabled persons, indigenous peoples, in the workplace); the role of stakeholders (governments, the United Nations bodies, and the public and private sector); forums and networks; innovative financing; resources, lessons learned and the way forward.

Related subjects

Agricultural and biological sciences

Drug discovery

Immunology

Microbiology and virology

Neuroscience

Pharmaceutical sciences

Pharmacology

Toxicology