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Advances in Resting-State Functional MRI
Methods, Interpretation, and Applications
1st Edition
June 30, 2023
Jean Chen + 1 more
English
Advances in Resting-State Functional MRI: Methods, Interpretation, and Applications gives readers with basic neuroimaging experience an up-to-date and in-depth understanding of the methods, opportunities, and challenges in rs-fMRI. The book covers current knowledge gaps in rs-fMRI, including "what are biologically plausible brain networks," "how to tell what part is noise," "how to perform quality assurance on the data," "what are the spatial and temporal limits of our ability to resolve FC," and "how to best identify network features related to individual differences or disease state". This book is an ideal reference for neuroscientists, computational neuroscientists, psychologists, biomedical engineers, physicists and medical physicists. Both new and more advanced researchers alike will be able to discover new information distilled from the past decade of research to become well-versed in rs-fMRI-related topics.
Advances in Applied Microbiology
1st Edition
Volume 123
June 30, 2023
English
Advances in Applied Microbiology, Volume 123 continues the comprehensive reach of this widely read and authoritative review source in microbiology. Users will find invaluable references and information on a variety of areas relating to the topics of microbiology.
Diagnostic Molecular Biology
2nd Edition
June 29, 2023
Chang-Hui Shen
English
Diagnostic Molecular Biology, Second Edition provides an up-to-date comprehensive overview of the latest advances in molecular diagnostics and the fundamental molecular aspects in this area. The book delves into the essential principles behind the transmission and expression of genetic information, including nucleic acids, proteins, and chromosomes, specifically their genome structure, life cycle, and evolution. The latest methods and instrumentation in the field are examined with detailed procedures and explanations provided for each technique. A range of techniques are also investigated, such as those used in sequencing analysis, genome and transcriptome analysis, and nucleic acid amplitification techniques. This book covers the collection, isolation, and purification of DNA, RNA, and protein from different sources. Additionally, discussion on the applications of next-generation sequencing (NGS) and the role of NGS in the future of precision medicine is included. The book also examines the use of molecular diagnostics for chromosomal disorders, inherited diseases, and infectious diseases. Moreover, this new edition features recent advances in the detection of respiratory virus infections in humans, including that of SARS-CoV2. Diagnostic Molecular Biology, Second Edition, is an ideal reference for researchers, lab technicians, and students in medical laboratory science, molecular biology, microbiology, virology, and related fields.
Organic Farming
Global Perspectives and Methods
2nd Edition
June 29, 2023
Sarath Chandran + 3 more
English
Organic Farming: Global Perspectives and Methods, Second Edition provides the core definition and concepts of organic farming, also addressing current challenges and goals. The book provides a comprehensive resource, from sustainability to influences on the ecosystem, including the significance of seed, soil, water and weed management, and other important aspects. In addition, it presents advancements in the field and insights on the future. This fully revised and updated edition expands coverage to include important economic considerations, understanding the influence of nanotechnology on organic farming, vertical farming, organic farming and livestock management, as well as the future of organic farming. Written by a team of global experts to provide current concepts of organic farming, this resource is valuable for researchers, graduate students, and post-doctoral fellows from academia and research institutions.
Connectome Analysis
Characterization, Methods, and Analysis
1st Edition
June 28, 2023
Markus D. Schirmer + 2 more
English
Connectome Analysis: Characterization, Methods, and Analysis is a comprehensive companion for the analysis of brain networks, or connectomes. The book provides sources of constituent structural and functional MRI signals, network construction and practices for analysis, cutting-edge methods that address the latest challenges in neuroscience, and the fundamentals of network theory in the context of giving practical methods for building connectomes for analysis. Emphasis is placed on quality control of the individual analysis steps. Subsequent chapters discuss networks in neuroscience in clinical and general populations, including how findings are related to underlying neurophysiology and neuropsychology.This book is aimed at students and early-career researchers in brain connectomics and neuroimaging who have a background in computer science, mathematics and physics, as well as more broadly to neuroscientists and psychologists who want to start incorporating connectomics into their research.
Treatment-Resistant Depression
1st Edition
Volume 278
June 28, 2023
English
Progress in Brain Research, Volume 278, the latest release in this ongoing serial, highlights new advances in the field with this new volume presenting interesting chapters on Treatment Resistant Depression overview in Adult, Treatment Resistant Depression in Children and Adolescents, Treatment Resistant Depression in Elderly, Headache and Treatment Resistant Depression, Insomnia and Treatment Resistant Depression, Tinnitus and Treatment Resistant Depression, Genetics of Antidepressant Response and Treatment Resistant Depression, Neuroinflammation via Gut-Microbiota-Brain Axis in Treatment Resistant Depression, Molecular Imaging findings for Treatment Resistant Depression, and more. Additional sections cover Functional MRI markers for Treatment Resistant Depression: Insights and Current Challenges, Medication Strategies for Treatment Resistant Depression, Brain Stimulation for Treatment Resistant Depression, Electroconvulsive Therapy for Treatment Resistant Depression, Next Generation Antidepressants with Novel Mechanisms for Treatment Resistant Depression, Psychological aspects and Psychotherapy for Treatment Resistant Depression, and Psychiatric Rehabilitation for Treatment Resistant Depression.
ICC Handbook of 21st Century Cereal Science and Technology
1st Edition
June 28, 2023
Peter R. Shewry + 2 more
English
ICC Handbook of 21st Century Cereal Science and Technology highlights the importance of cereals, presenting insights into the foundational structure of cereal grains, including potential contamination factors that can negatively impact cereal and grain yield. Focusing on the eight major cereal crops – wheat, maize, rice, barley, sorghum and millets, oats, rye and pseudocereals, this is the only available reference to provide standardized coverage for detailed comparison. Written by a global team of expert editors and contributors, the book provides practical insights into the utilization of cereals, grains and safety assessments. This International Association for Cereal Science and Technology endorsed volume continues their commitment to international cooperation through the dissemination of knowledge, conducting research and developing standard methods.
High Pressure Thermal Processing
1st Edition
June 28, 2023
Kai Knoerzer + 1 more
English
High Pressure Thermal Processing provides a detailed understanding on the technology itself, what it can be used for, and the benefits of the technology over conventional processing. From an academic perspective, all sections clearly outline the intricacies of the technology, new applications (other than for spore inactivation) and how technology related process variables impact on food, quality attributes, textures, safety, and chemical aspects, etc. From a manufacturer perspective, throughout the product development stage and the actual commercial implementation, the book content will assist users greatly in doing this efficiently and safely.Within a single reference book, this book reaches researchers in academia who face the challenge to drive the science and assist the manufacturers to commercialize these new technologies. It is also ideal for regulators around the world who need to assess these new technologies and implement guidelines for manufacturers.
Genomic Surveillance and Pandemic Preparedness
1st Edition
June 28, 2023
Rajesh Pandey
English
Genomic Surveillance and Pandemic Preparedness offers practical, in-depth instruction in where, how, and why genomic surveillance may be applied. Drawing heavily from the learnings during the COVID-19 pandemic, this book covers different aspects of microbes with a focus on viral genome sequencing and analysis, implementation and inference of genomic surveillance, and global data sharing best practices for future pandemic preparedness. Here, more than a dozen international authors consider host and pathogen genome interaction, population-level prevalence, individual disease susceptibility and gene protection, pathogen mutation evolutionary dynamics, RNA modulation of infection, pathogen diversity, and the role of coinfections and comorbidities in disease severity. A wide range of examples, from bacterial pathogens to fungal and viral infections, with an emphasis on recent COVID-19 analysis, are discussed. Finally, the authors provide step-by-step instruction in experimental and computational approaches for genomic surveillance, including nucleic acid isolation, sequencing library preparation, functional sequencing analysis, and bioinformatics pipelines. Throughout this book, importance is placed on inference—moving from genomic sequencing to meaningful genomic surveillance that bolsters pandemic preparedness.
Engineering Principles, Modeling and Economics of Evaporative Coolers
1st Edition
June 27, 2023
Daniel Ingo Hefft + 3 more
English
Engineering Principles, Modelling and Economics of Evaporative Coolers covers the basic engineering and technical principles behind the operation and construction of evaporative coolers, also highlighting challenges. The book presents the reader with selected case studies on modelling in the cooling chamber and explains the economic implications an evaporative structure can bring. Edited by a team of specialists, the book also explains the strong dependence of the technology’s performance on environmental conditions, and hence the limits on temperature control in the preservation of post-harvest agriculture products. Evaporative coolers are an ancient technology, invented long before the introduction of chemical refrigerants as used in modern fridges or cooling towers. This two volume set covers the topic, with practical applications, construction techniques, and operation of the technology.

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