Books in Life sciences

Algae Classification and Species

1st Edition
October 1, 2025
Pau Loke Show + 3 more
English
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Algae Classification and Species delivers a detailed overview of freshwater and marine algal diversity. It provides an essential introduction to the study of phycology with broad applications in diverse biological and biotechnological fields. Written and edited by a global team of experts in the field of phycology, this book is organized according to major algal taxa, including green, red, and brown macroalgae, benthic and planktonic algae, blue-green algae, diatoms, cyanobacteria, and microalgae. Chapters are structured to provide readers with a sweeping understanding of the breadth of marine algae, including their principal characteristics, evolution, phylogeny, distribution, preservation, and more.This book is designed to provide a complete, legible review of algal diversity. It is a valuable resource for researchers, biotechnologists, and students interested in developing their understanding of basic algal biology.

Aerophytic Algae and Cyanobacteria

1st Edition
October 1, 2025
Saúl Blanco
English

Aerophytic Algae and Cyanobacteria: Diversity, Ecology, and Biogeography expands our understanding of microalgae and cyanobacteria that colonize air-exposed substrates. These species, often overlooked in marine and freshwater studies, play crucial roles in various ecosystems. Introductory chapters cover their morphology, physiological adaptations, and biogeography, highlighting their ecological significance and interactions within ecosystems. Other sections addresses future research directions, applications in environmental assessments, conservation, water and air quality management, bioremediation, and pollution control. The book, authored by a global team of phycologists, also explores taxa such as edaphic and corticolous diatoms, aeroplanktonic protists, and phototrophic phytotelmata.

Biomechanics of the Human Spine

2nd Edition
October 1, 2025
Fabio Galbusera + 1 more
English

Biomechanics of the Human Spine: Basic Concepts, Spinal Disorders and Treatments, Second Edition, features several enhancements. The core structure of the book remains unchanged, focusing on four distinct parts that should be read consecutively to provide a comprehensive understanding of spine biomechanics. In the first part, the book delves into the functional anatomy of the spine, with a special emphasis on aspects that are often overlooked in clinical literature but hold great biomechanical significance. The second part is dedicated to explaining the mechanics of individual spinal tissues. It covers commonly used testing setups and the mathematical models employed to represent these tissues in mathematical studies. The third part covers the contemporary methods employed in spine research, encompassing experimental testing, numerical simulation, and in vivo studies including imaging and motion analysis. The fourth and final part of the book emphasizes the biomechanical aspects of spinal pathologies and their surgical treatments, areas often lacking in biomechanical rigor. This book is an invaluable resource for biomedical engineers involved in spine biomechanics and for spinal surgeons seeking to broaden their biomechanical knowledge base. The book draws contributions from leading institutions worldwide, ensuring the latest research and expertise in the field of spine biomechanics.

Pediatric Substance Exposure

1st Edition
October 1, 2025
Ju Lee Oei
English

Pediatric Substance Exposure is a comprehensive resource designed to assist medical practitioners with long-term management of children and support of families affected by addictive substances during pregnancy. The book begins with coverage of epidemiology, global policy and practice, followed by a detailed review of various legal and illegal substances and the impact on the child. Subsequent chapters review fetal management, infant and child management, and social aspects and the family’s needs as the child grows. The book concludes with discussion of future research and policy needs. Clinicians as well as scientistic researchers will find value in this comprehensive guide on the management of pediatric patients at all stages of development exposed to substance use in utero. This book will aid in evidence-based decision making for optimal treatment of these children and support of the families affected by drug use during pregnancy.

Functional Fermented Beverages

1st Edition
October 1, 2025
Belal J. Muhialdin
English

Fermented beverages often have functional properties and contain bioactive compounds. Though these drinks were a large part of the human diet before the introduction of processed foods and beverages, they have only recently grown in popularity again due to consumer interest in their health benefits. Functional Fermented Beverages: Effects of Processing on Sensory and Nutritional Qualities details the latest processes applied to fermented beverages and how they might be upscaled to grow the industry while preserving safety and quality of products. Food processing methods such as thermal, mechanical and membrane filtration are covered, and the effects of these processes on the nutritional value and the availability of the bioactive compounds are considered. Plant-based fermented beverages as an alternative to milk-based products and innovative beverages are also covered. Covering a range of global, traditional fermented beverages and their unique benefits, Functional Fermented Beverages: Effects of Processing on Sensory and Nutritional Qualities is a complete resource that will benefit researchers and industry producers alike.

Data-Driven Diagnostics and Disease Prediction with AI Optimization

1st Edition
October 1, 2025
Shailendra Pratap Singh + 3 more
English

Data-Driven Diagnostics and Disease Prediction with AI Optimization provides useful insights into model creation, data preparation, and ethical issues for healthcare applications. This book covers all the conventional and non-conventional methods related to this domain. It also discusses AI-based optimization techniques, Machine Learning models, and Advanced AI. It offers practical insights, case studies, and optimization strategies to help data scientists, and researchers efficiently employ AI in diagnostics and illness prediction in a world where precise diagnostics and early illness prediction may save lives and healthcare resources.

Footwear Innovation

1st Edition
October 1, 2025
Kamalpreet Sandhu + 4 more
English

Footwear Innovation: From Conceptual Design through to Advanced Manufacturing Techniques provides a comprehensive collection of technical notes, research designs, design methods and processes, case studies, and comprehensive literature on the industrial-technological advancements in footwear. This book is explained in six parts. Part 1 initiates the journey by unraveling the intricacies of foot problems, delving into the biomechanics and deformities of the foot, while employing machine learning to discern users' needs. Part 2 explores the realm of ideation and design methods, unlocking the creative prowess of footwear designers through methodologies like brainstorming, mind-mapping, and 5W analysis. In Part 3, the spotlight shifts to cutting-edge methods and tools, advocating for the integration of Reverse Engineering, CAD/CAS/CAE, Augmented/Virtual Reality, and Artificial Intelligence to optimize the design process. Part 4 explains the technological tapestry of footwear manufacturing, shedding light on 3D printing materials, robotics-based production, and the evolving landscape of footwear technology. Part 5 unravels the critical domain of risk assessment and usability testing, elucidating the role of advanced technologies in evaluating forces, pressure, and moments on footwear. The journey concludes with Part 6, exploring sustainability and entrepreneurship in the footwear sector, encouraging innovation and transformative solutions.

Nanomedicine and Nutrigenomics

1st Edition
October 1, 2025
Yugal Kishore Mohanta + 2 more
English

Nanomedicine and Nutrigenomics: Pioneering the Future of Health provides a comprehensive introduction to both nanomedicine and nutrigenomics, ensuring that readers have a solid understanding of the fundamental concepts, techniques, and applications in these fields. This book's content provides an overview of nanotechnology, nanomaterials, and gene-nutrient interactions, allowing for a comprehensive understanding of the potential applications of these cutting-edge methodologies in the field of healthcare. Nanomedicine and Nutrigenomics: Pioneering the Future of Health emphasizes the integration of nanomedicine and nutrigenomics, showcasing how these two disciplines can work together synergistically to optimize health outcomes. It explores the ways in which nanotechnology can enhance drug delivery systems, diagnostics, and therapeutics while also highlighting how personalized nutrition interventions can be tailored based on an individual's genetic makeup. This integrated approach provides readers with a holistic view of how nanomedicine and nutrigenomics can revolutionize healthcare. This book not only presents the current state of nanomedicine and nutrigenomics but also looks into the future applications and challenges of these fields. It discusses potential advancements and breakthroughs that may arise, as well as the ethical, legal, and social implications associated with their implementation. By addressing future perspectives and challenges, the book helps readers anticipate the potential impact of these fields on healthcare and encourages critical thinking about their development and responsible use. Nanomedicine and Nutrigenomics: Pioneering the Future of Health is a valuable resource for healthcare professionals, researchers, scientists and students, as well as individuals interested in the fields of nanomedicine and nutrigenomics.

Microglial Aging

1st Edition
October 1, 2025
Marie-Eve Tremblay
English

Microglial Aging: Basic, Translational, and Clinical Advances covers the latest findings from basic, translational, and clinical research. The chapters review the physiological roles of microglia, the outcomes of aging on their structure and function, and their implication in age-related neurodegenerative diseases. Further, the book examines the effects of lifestyle that can potentiate beneficial microglial functions along the aging trajectory, thus preventing the onset of neurodegenerative diseases. Both pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment strategies are discussed, including the ketogenic diet, cannabinoids, psychedelics, and non-invasive vagal nerve stimulation. With the demographically aging world population, increasing the quality of life and preventing age-related neurodegenerative diseases is currently of outmost importance. This book is a valuable resource for scientists and clinicians examining the impact of microglial health on aging.

A Practical Guide for Interpreting and Constructing Nutritional Labeling

1st Edition
October 1, 2025
María Patricia López Ramírez + 1 more
English

The nutritional labeling system worldwide for consumer packaged goods is complex. It lacks uniform guidelines for food industry professionals that would help them better convey the impact of nutrition for dietary choices. A Practical Guide for Interpreting and Constructing Nutritional Labeling, gives a global view of nutritional and front package labeling and offers solutions to help standardize the nutritional table process. Through global historical milestones and various case studies from around the world, it allows readers to see firsthand how nutritional tables are interpreted for specific diets and constructed to maximize health and well-being. A Practical Guide for Interpreting and Constructing Nutritional Labeling, offers a nutritional roadmap for a more standardized approach to labeling. Through a series of case studies from the U.S., Switzerland, Colombia, Chile, the Netherlands and more, readers will be shown practical tools for interpreting front-of-pack labeling while gaining a better understanding of the innerworkings of each of these countries nutritional labeling processes. Readers will also be given strategies to navigate regulatory issues and gain insight into the future of nutritional labeling.

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