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Books in Life sciences

    • Biostatistical Methods and Applications

      • 1st Edition
      • February 24, 2026
      • Jitendra Kumar Chaudhary
      • English
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      Biostatistical Methods and Applications: Experiment Design, Analysis, and Presenting Findings provides students and researchers with the skills needed to apply biostatistical concepts and implement a wide range of analytical tools. The text is an accessible and intentionally curated resource that instructs readers in designing experiments, considering the results, and presenting statistical findings and views. In twenty-four chapters and additional appendices, the book starts with an introduction to the field of statistics and from there covers experiment design, data coding, and data collection methods. The book also delves into descriptive statistics, probability, statistical distributions, correlations, and regression. Common research techniques such as normality tests, sample size determination, missing data analysis, statistical inference, test of significance, and ANOVA are explained in a clear manner so that readers can successfully understand and apply these methods. Biostatistical Methods and Applications: Experiment Design, Analysis, and Presenting Findings thoroughly explores fundamental topics in biostatistics to guide readers in conducting statistical analysis and interpretation by using the step-by-step procedures and diagrams in the book. This book covers current topics which are being used frequently in teaching and research areas, as well as specific statistical techniques including multivariate analysis, binary logistic regression, and non-parametric methods. This valuable first edition provides the necessary tools and conceptual foundations in quantitative reasoning to efficiently extract information from a vast sea of data, and to communicate research findings in order to support hypotheses and give credibility to research methodology and conclusions. With detailed explanations, illustrative examples and diagrams, and beneficial in-text exercises and solutions to support the study of biostatistics, this textbook will prove useful to students, researchers, and scientists who aim to increase their precision around methods and techniques in this field.
    • Introduction to Contemporary Philosophy of Medicine

      • 1st Edition
      • February 20, 2026
      • James A. Marcum
      • English
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      Contemporary philosophy of medicine is certainly a growing discipline in the 21st century, with a substantial literature. But the discipline has no overarching paradigm, which reflects consensus within it. Rather, contemporary philosophy of medicine is diverse with various approaches not only to the problems facing contemporary medicine, but also how best to address and potentially to resolve them. Introduction to Contemporary Philosophy of Medicine explores various approaches based on a particular type of medicine and its practice. Specifically, philosophical approaches to the nature of medicine range from Analytic Philosophy of Medicine, to Feminist and Gender Medicine, while approaches to medical practice range from Evidence-Based Medicine to Integrative Medicine. Digital, Complementary and Alternative Medicines are also discussed. These diverse approaches to medicine and its practice are informed by different ontological and epistemological concepts, such as causation, disease and health, which are introduced and discussed in detail in the book, a key guide for student and other healthcare professionals interested in philosophical issues in contemporary medicine.
    • Lipids and Membranes: Dynamics and Interorganelle Lipid Transport

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 727
      • February 15, 2026
      • English
      • Hardback
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      Lipids and Membranes: Dynamics and Interorganelle Lipid Transport, Volume 728 covers lipids, a chemically diverse set of biological molecules subject to rapid metabolism and transport. This dynamic behavior has motivated the development of methods across multiple disciplines for their detection and manipulation. Split into three parts, the book's chapters include topics such as Assay of phospholipid scrambling, Tracking lipid transport with bifunctional lipids, Tracking interorganelle lipid transport using genetically encoded mass tags, Molecular Dynamics Simulation of Lipid and Ligand Binding in ORD Domains, Imaging lipid droplet-organelle membrane contact sites using fluorogenic complementation, Studying interactions of amphipathic helices with lipid droplets, and more.Additional chapters cover Metabolic labeling of to trace changes in sphingolipid metabolism, Imaging intracellular lipid heterogeneity with fluorogen-activated coincidence sensing, Tagging lipoproteins in mycobacteria, Probes for studying sphingolipid dynamics, Measuring Flipper-TR Lifetime with Multiple Analysis Strategies, Reconstitution approaches to understanding cellular lipid dynamics, Prediction and characterization of the bacterial lipid handling machinery, From Molecular Dynamics to Cryo-EM: Imaging Liposomes in Silico, and much more.
    • Comprehensive Chemistry and Biology of Coumarins Scaffold

      • 1st Edition
      • February 13, 2026
      • Shehryar Hameed + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Comprehensive Chemistry and Biology of Coumarins Scaffold covers detailed methods and protocols to synthetize Coumarin derivatives and different applications and future perspectives for these compounds. Coumarin-Based Scaffolds plays an important role in organic, bioorganic, and medicinal chemistry as they act as a bridge between chemistry, life sciences, and biochemical investigations. Coumarin is an important scaffold for designing, generating a wide variety of chemical libraries and drug-like candidates to obtain desired therapeutic and pharmacological properties. Specific functional groups are covered as well as the synthesis of bioactive compounds against specific pathological conditions.The discovery of new coumarin-based drug candidates during the last decades has been covered to assist the pharmaceutical, bioorganic and medicinal chemists for their further research on coumarin-based molecules.
    • Clinical Research in Private Practice

      • 1st Edition
      • February 11, 2026
      • Jason E. Pope + 3 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Clinical research is the tip of the spear for innovation and central in the development of improving safety and efficacy for patient centric care. Unfortunately, clinical research in academic practices is bogged down by inefficiency and infrequent regulatory oversight, thus leaving physicians unable to meet the clinical and research needs for driving innovation. Private practice is a valid practice cohort that can effectively, reliably, and reproducibly perform study related activities, for both FDA and non-FDA regulated studies, both industry-sponsored or investigator-initiat... Research in Private Practice fills a gap and provides a playbook for how to incorporate clinical research in a validated, safe, and compliant manner, allowing a needed meaningful contribution to the medical space, while concurrently maintaining fiduciary responsibility. Written for physicians by physicians.
    • Recent Trends in Enzyme Immobilization

      • 1st Edition
      • February 6, 2026
      • Shailendra Kumar Arya + 3 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Recent Trends in Enzyme Immobilization explores the forefront of enzyme technology, providing a comprehensive guide on the latest methodologies and advancements. This book begins by setting the stage with foundational insights into enzyme immobilization, then progresses to discuss innovative techniques and their applications across various industries, including biopharmaceuticals, environmental science, and food processing. Structured to cater to both newcomers and seasoned professionals in biotechnology and biochemical engineering, each chapter delivers in-depth analysis and up-to-date research findings. Readers will find valuable resources in the practical guidance offered for optimizing enzyme stabilization, activity, and reusability in industrial applications. Moreover, the text addresses the theoretical underpinnings that frame current practices and illuminates future directions for research and technological advancements. Designed as an indispensable resource, this book aims to bridge the gap between academic research and practical application. It equips researchers, practitioners, and advanced students with the necessary tools and knowledge to drive innovation in enzyme immobilization, fostering the development of sustainable solutions and novel approaches in their work. With contributions from leading global experts, Recent Trends in Enzyme Immobilization serves as a critical reference that promises to inspire and guide readers through the complexities and potentials of this dynamic field.
    • Microglial Aging

      • 1st Edition
      • February 2, 2026
      • Marie-Eve Tremblay
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Microglial Aging: Basic, Translational, and Clinical Advances explores groundbreaking research on microglial function in the context of aging. This comprehensive resource delves into the physiological roles of microglia, the effects of aging on their structure and activity, and their significance in age-related neurodegenerative diseases. With insights from basic, translational, and clinical studies, it provides a thorough understanding of microglial health and its impact on aging. The book discusses how lifestyle choices can enhance microglial functions and prevent neurodegenerative diseases. It covers both pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches, such as the ketogenic diet, cannabinoids, psychedelics, and non-invasive vagal nerve stimulation.This text is invaluable for researchers and clinicians focused on improving the quality of life for an aging population.
    • Handbook of Functional Foods

      • 1st Edition
      • February 2, 2026
      • Pradeep Kumar + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Handbook of Functional Foods: Techniques, Analytics and Health Benefits provides a comprehensive overview of the extraction and analytical identification techniques of foods’ bioactive components for health and well-being while looking at metabolism, sensory, and safety components. This book reviews, in detail, how functional foods have the potential to drive innovation in the food industry, creating a broad range of healthier and more personalized food options. From emerging extraction and extrusion techniques for the creation of fiber-rich snacks to the synergistic effects of pro- and prebiotics on gut health, readers will come away with an advanced and fresh understanding of necessary insights.
    • Neuro-ophthalmological Pain

      • 1st Edition
      • February 2, 2026
      • R. Silva-Néto + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Neuro-ophthalmologic... Pain: Diagnosis and Treatment is written to address the many problems faced by patients with ocular pain of neurological origin. These patients are often incorrectly referred to ophthalmologists and otolaryngologists to diagnose eye problems or sinus disease, respectively. While these ailments are neurological in nature, the average time between the onset of pain and a visit to a neurologist is 13 years. By this point, most patients have received at least one wrong diagnosis. Additionally, some patients have undergone several unnecessary investigative tests, received improper, flawed treatments, and continued to suffer. "Neuro-ophthalmologi... Pain: Research and Treatment" contains information on a multitude of often-overlooked ailments in a single, comprehensive volume, for use by the neurologist as well as general practitioners looking to guide their patients toward appropriate care. It will provide potentially life-changing information for those with ocular pain with decreased vision; ocular pain with ophthalmoplegia or ophthalmoparesis; ocular pain with papilledema; and ocular pain with autonomic manifestations Neuro-ophthalmologic... Pain: Research and Treatment is a powerful tool in helping physicians establish correct diagnoses, so that they may either provide proper treatment, or refer their patients to the correct medical specialists.
    • Encyclopedia of Endocrine Diseases

      • 3rd Edition
      • February 1, 2026
      • Ilpo Huhtaniemi
      • English
      • Hardback
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      The Encyclopedia of Endocrine Diseases, Third Edition, Five Volume Set is an essential one-stop reference exploring physiological, clinical diagnostic and therapeutic aspects of a wide range of endocrine and endocrine-related metabolic diseases. This edition incorporates ground-breaking research that has occurred in the last 8 years particularly in molecular mechanisms such as mutations, epigenetics and signaling, environmental effects on homeostasis, and the pathogenesis of common endocrine diseases including endocrine malignancies, obesity, and diabetes.Among the most complex constructs in the body, the endocrine system sends chemical signals to specific receptors in other parts of the body, eliciting intracellular signaling pathways as their biological effect. The endocrine system regulates numerous processes including metabolism, biological cycles, internal fluid volume, reproduction and growth to maintain body homeostasis. However, the ways in which endocrine functioning can go awry are numerous. Providing over 400 updated articles, this 5 volume edition of Encyclopedia of Endocrine Diseases explores the extensive spectrum of metabolic and endocrine disease, capturing new diagnosis techniques, treatment methods and understanding of endocrine pathogenesis.This text, unique in its vast coverage and clear layout, is not only an indispensable resource for clinical professionals and researchers in endocrinology, but also accessible to advanced and undergraduate students.