Books in Life sciences

Agricultural Insights from Space

1st Edition
October 1, 2025
Dharmendra Singh + 2 more
English

Agricultural Insights from Space: Machine Learning Applications in Satellite Data Analysis seamlessly integrates theoretical knowledge with practical applications, presenting cutting-edge research alongside real-world examples. This book leverages geospatial technology and Artificial Intelligence to address various challenges in agriculture. Readers will find practical examples and case studies demonstrating how machine learning and deep learning techniques can extract valuable insights from remote sensing data, optimizing agricultural processes. Highlighting the significance of satellite data, the book explores the benefits of leveraging space-based information for enhancing agricultural practices.The book emphasizes the importance of geospatial intelligence and AI technologies in monitoring and managing agricultural activities. It inspires readers to envision a future where these innovative approaches lead to more productive agricultural environments and healthier growth for future generations.

Theranostics in Cancer Management

1st Edition
October 1, 2025
Kuttiappan Anitha + 2 more
English
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Theranostics in Cancer Management: Integrating Diagnostics and Therapeutic Strategies introduces a transformative paradigm in clinical oncology, heralding a new era of precision and personalized cancer care. This comprehensive guide empowers clinicians by seamlessly integrating advanced diagnostics with targeted therapeutic approaches. The book provides an extensive exploration of theranostics across diverse clinical scenarios, ensuring that healthcare professionals are equipped with the knowledge to navigate the complexities of cancer management effectively. Beyond the introductory insights, the book delves into several types of cancer and the utilization of Artificial Intelligence in cancer detection tools.Comprising 15 chapters, it offers an invaluable resource for health professionals, scientists, researchers, practitioners, and students who seek to expand their understanding in this evolving field. The emphasis on practical applications and emerging technologies makes it a timely addition to the field of oncology.

Advances in Food Security and Sustainability

1st Edition
Volume 10
October 1, 2025
Marc J. Cohen + 1 more
English

Food Security and Sustainability: Global Challenges and Innovations, Volume 10 in the Advances in Food Security and Sustainability series highlights the latest developments in addressing food security concerns worldwide. This volume presents insightful chapters on crucial topics, including The Nexus of Food Security, Water Security, and Land Sustainability in Africa, Impact of Climate Disaster, Migration, and Health Risk on Food Security in Africa, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Food Safety: Challenges, Innovations, and Future Perspectives, and Food Security Amidst Disasters: Cases in the Philippines, among others.Additional chapters explore Sustainable Water Management for Food Security, Meat Consumption in Africa: Trends, Challenges, and Impact, Food Security and Global Water Security, The Role of Pharmacists in Addressing Nutritional Deficiencies in Food-Insecure Countries, and Biofortification: Addressing Micronutrient Deficiencies in Staple Foods in Africa. The volume also covers innovative solutions such as Advancing Women's Roles in Nutrition-Sensitive Agricultural Practices in Africa, Nurturing Nutrition-Sensitive Agriculture in Africa: Policy and Institutional Backing, and Planetary Health and Food Sustainability in Africa: Challenges, Opportunities, and Strategic Pathways.This comprehensive collection provides an in-depth understanding of food security through the lens of climate change, health systems, technological advancements, and policy frameworks, making it an essential resource for researchers, policymakers, and practitioners in the field.

Next-Generation Cereal-Based Foods and Beverages: Breakthroughs in Technology, Sustainability, and Health

1st Edition
Volume 117
October 1, 2025
Cristina M. Rosell + 1 more
English

Next-Generation Cereal-Based Foods and Beverages: Breakthroughs in Technology, Sustainability, and Health, Volume 117 offers an in-depth examination of the latest advancements in cereal science, processing techniques, and health-oriented applications. This volume gathers insights from global experts, focusing on functional ingredient development, foodomics, and novel analytical methods aimed at improving nutritional quality, safety, and sensory features of cereal-based products. The book delves into breakthroughs in extrusion, fermentation, and milling technologies, emphasizing the significance of non-starch carbohydrates, bioactive compounds, and plant-based protein alternatives in driving sustainable food systems.It also covers consumer behavior, regulatory issues, and industry challenges, making it an essential resource for scientists, food industry professionals, and policymakers committed to creating the next generation of health-enhancing and environmentally friendly cereal foods and beverages.

Advances in Parasitology

1st Edition
Volume 129
October 1, 2025
Cinzia Cantacessi
English

Unveiling the Proteolytic Networks of Parasites, Volume 129 in the Advances in Parasitology series, presents a cutting-edge exploration of specific proteases across a spectrum of parasitic organisms. Top researchers in the field conduct multifaceted examinations, shedding light on the distinct roles of these proteases within significant parasite groups, including malaria, trematodes, nematodes, and blood-feeding arthropods. Chapters in this new release include The roundworm Ascaris: recent advances and progress towards elimination, Genetically modified helminths as pharmaceutical bio-factories, Epithelial cytokines in helminth infections, Schistosoma eggs: from conception to eggs-creation, Helminth extracellular vesicles: roles in and beyond parasite-host communication, and more.

Theoretical and Clinical Geropharmacology

1st Edition
Volume 104
October 1, 2025
Mehmet Can Atayik + 1 more
English

Theoretical and Clinical Geropharmacology, explores the emerging field of senotherapeutics, which focuses on targeting cellular senescence to reduce age-related diseases and promote healthy aging. Chapters in this new release include Senotherapeutics: Milestones, innovations, and future prospects, Game Changer: Navigating between challenges and hopes in Geropharmacology, Next-Gen Senotherapeutics: AI/ML-driven strategies for aging and age-related disorders, Pharmacological frontiers in senescence: Transforming senescence with drug repurposing, Pharmacological potential of calorie restriction mimetics in mitigating brain aging, Isothiocyanates from cruciferous plants as geroprotectors, and much more.Other chapters cover Cellular parabiosis as a senotherapeutic approach, Molecular imaging for senescent cells-targeted therapeutics in aging and age-related diseases, Mitochondria-associa... membranes (MAMs) in age-related heart diseases, role of endoplasmic reticulum stress, Cellular senescence and senotherapeutics in cardiovascular diseases, Risk of senescence, polypharmacy, and their outcomes in elderly cardiovascular disease patients, Geropharmacology and gastrointestinal surgery, Oxygen-ozone adjunct therapy in aging and senescence-related disorders, and more.

Nanotheranostics and Precision Oncology

1st Edition
October 1, 2025
Ramish Riaz + 4 more
English

Nanotheranostics and Precision Oncology delves into the merging fields of cancer research and nanotechnology, offering a thorough review of the latest advancements in precision oncology. It begins with an exploration of cancer biology, illuminating the genetic foundations of oncogenesis alongside the cellular and molecular mechanisms driving cancer progression, metastasis, and drug resistance. This resistance remains the foremost challenge in cancer care. Across 28 chapters, the book addresses precision medicine's role in overcoming drug resistance, the importance of biomarkers, the interpretation of genetic analyses, and the shift toward personalized oncology.In addition, the book examines nanotheranostics' applications and mechanisms in cancer diagnosis and treatment, integrating them with precision oncology. It outlines the design, mechanism, and impact of nanoprecision medicine in cancer management. The final section considers the future of nanotheranostics in precision oncology and the challenges of translating these innovations from research to clinical practice. This comprehensive guide serves students, clinicians, researchers, and the pharmaceutical industry involved in nanomedicine, oncology, molecular biology, and precision medicine.

Biosensing the Future

1st Edition
Volume 216
October 1, 2025
Alok Pandya + 1 more
English

Biosensing the Future: Wearable, Ingestible and Implantable Technologies for Health and Wellness Monitoring, Part B, Volume 216 covers the rapidly evolving field of biosensors, highlighting their transformative role in modern healthcare, disease monitoring, and personalized medicine. Chapters in this new release include Technologies and emerging trends in wearable biosensing, Implantable biosensors: advancements and applications, Neural implants: restoring function and enhancing quality of life, Ingestible biosensors: monitoring health from within, Ingestible biosensors for monitoring digestive health and nutritional monitoring, Ingestible biosensors for drug delivery monitoring, Artificial intelligence in wearable biosensing: enhancing data analysis and decision-making, and much more.Additional sections cover Wearable Privacy, Ethical and regulatory landscape of wearable, ingestible, and implantable technologies, Characterization of skeletal muscle contraction using a flexible and wearable ultrasonic sensor, Wearable Biosensors for Climate Change and Health Research, and much more. The book systematically explores the integration of biosensing technologies into wearable, ingestible, and implantable devices, offering a multidimensional perspective on their applications, advancements, and future directions.

Nano Drug Delivery Systems for Colon Cancer

1st Edition
October 1, 2025
Arun Kumar Singh + 4 more
English

Nano Drug Delivery for Colon Cancer: Innovations, Challenges, and Applications is a breakthrough exploration that delves into the latest advancements in colon cancer diagnosis and treatment. This comprehensive guide, composed of 11 detailed chapters, focuses on the design, synthesis, and application of various nanodrug delivery systems, showcasing how nanoparticulate drug carriers can significantly enhance therapeutic efficacy through strategic design. Aimed at graduates, clinical researchers, and scientists, this book addresses the complexities and challenges in drug and gene delivery. Beyond its technical insights, the book highlights the global health impact of colon cancer and offers a roadmap for developing more efficient and targeted treatments.It serves as a vital resource, fostering interdisciplinary knowledge and advancements that have the potential to revolutionize colon cancer therapeutics. The book's interdisciplinary approach ensures it is a beacon of knowledge for those seeking to navigate and innovate within this critical field.

Machine Learning in Drug Development: Part 1

1st Edition
Volume 64
October 1, 2025
Joy Feng + 1 more
English

Machine Learning in Drug Development: Part One, Volume 64 in the Annual Reports on Medicinal Chemistry series, highlights new advances in the field. Chapters in this release include Artificial Intelligence in Small Molecule and Nucleic Acid Research: A Review, AI-aided Drug Development for Protein Degraders: Design, Lead Identification, and Optimization, AI-aided Drug Development for Protein Degraders: Biology Validation, Disease-association, Drug Repurposing, Transforming Modern Drug Discovery with Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence in the Development of Antiviral Drugs: Progress and Applications, Artificial Intelligence for Drug Target Identification, and Machine Learning in Proteomic Biomarker Discovery.

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