Books in Life sciences

Geometric Morphometrics for Biologists

3rd Edition
November 1, 2025
Miriam Zelditch + 1 more
English
Paperback
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Geometric Morphometrics for Biologists: A Primer, Third Edition explores how these geometric methods allow for the study of biological shape by incorporating the geometry of organisms throughout data analyses. Novel content on phylogenetic comparative methods, evolutionary morphology, analyses of disparity, genetics of shape, and simulating shape data is included. This edition delivers step-by-step guidance on how to effectively utilize updated analytical software while also providing guidance on important methodologies that remain relevant to the field to ensure clear and effective instruction to audiences new to this branch of data analysis.It succeeds the second edition as the primary resource for teaching modern geometric methods of shape analysis to students, researchers, and practicing scientists in the field of organismal biology. Users will find it to be an immensely valuable introduction for students and practicing biologists interested in learning applications of multivariate statistics and matrix algebra to organismal biology.

Viral Hepatitis

1st Edition
November 1, 2025
Esaki M. Shankar + 2 more
English
Paperback
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Viral Hepatitis: New Paradigms in Disease Pathogenesis offers a comprehensive exploration of numerous mechanisms and emerging concepts in the pathogenesis of viral hepatitis. By integrating interdisciplinary perspectives and addressing emerging research questions, this book includes insights and practical solutions, bridging the gap between theory and application. The incorporation of the latest research findings and the unveiling of new insights within the content enriches the knowledge base of readers, positioning it as the ideal reference for viral hepatitis researchers. It offers a comprehensive overview of the subject matter, bridging research gaps and saving valuable time, while stimulating fresh research ideas.Moreover, it serves as an invaluable resource for clinicians, providing evidence-based research to support effective clinical decision-making, accurate diagnosis, and efficient management of viral hepatitis in the patient population.

Medications for Older Persons

1st Edition
November 1, 2025
Roger Thomas
English
Paperback
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Medications for Older Persons: Recommendations, Harms, Evidence provides a comprehensive resource detailing the benefits of medications for older individuals. It also addresses the potential harms associated with the prescription of potentially inappropriate medications or omissions in prescribing and examines how many adverse events, rehospitalizations, and deaths can be attributed to these medications. The book opens with a summary of medications that most benefit older patients, followed by the impact of older persons’ alcohol consumption, self-medication, and medication list accuracy and how these factors correlate to health outcomes.The remainder of the book is devoted to the assessment of medication groups focusing on Numbers Needed to Treat, Numbers Needed to Harm, and characteristics and numbers of adverse events. Medication groups covered include cardiovascular, central nervous system, renal, gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal, respiratory, endocrine, pain, and fall prevention.

Animal Models of Neurological Conditions

1st Edition
November 1, 2025
Jacob Raber
English
Hardback
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Animal Models of Neurological Conditions informs about novel animal models and their unique strengths and limitations in the research of neurological conditions. It demonstrates the importance of animal models’ abilities to replicate only aspects of a given neurological condition and highlights the value of these animal models in increasing human brain function in afflicted patients. This book, comprised of thirteen chapters discusses various animal models and research methods for mental health, neurodevelopmental disorders, addiction, age-related neurodegenerative conditions, and viruses affecting brain function. Although developed with neuroscience researchers and trainees involved in pre-clinical and clinical research in mind, neurologists and other treatment professionals caring for patients with neurological conditions will also find value in this detailed resource.This is an invaluable resource for neuroscience researchers, trainees, and healthcare professionals.

Atlas of Endoscopy Imaging in Inflammatory Bowel Disease

2nd Edition
November 1, 2025
Bo Shen
English
Hardback
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Atlas of Endoscopy Imaging in Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Second Edition, serves as a comprehensive guide to the latest advancements in IBD. This new edition keeps readers updated with cutting-edge medical treatments, state-of-the-art endoscopy, and imaging technologies, as well as the evolution of interventional IBD. It explores the latest advancements in IBD diagnosis and management, including the most recent endoscopy instruments for measuring disease activity and the transformative world of image-enhanced endoscopy. Additionally, it delves into the groundbreaking application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in IBD, revolutionizing diagnosis, disease monitoring, and dysplasia surveillance. New content introduces a range of topics to stay at the forefront of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) knowledge. These include Intestinal Ultrasound, Device-Associated Enteroscopy in Crohn’s Disease, insights into IBD-Like Conditions (Autoinflammatory Disorders), and the value of Intraoperative Endoscopy in IBD procedures. The book also integrates New Consensus Guidelines for Endoscopy Imaging in IBD, explores the Applications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in IBD diagnosis and monitoring, addresses the intersection of COVID, COVID Vaccines, and IBD, and presents New Applications of Interventional IBD techniques. This second edition serves as a dynamic repository of state-of-the-art information, providing invaluable insights on differential diagnosis, advanced endoscopy, and imaging technologies, with a pronounced focus on AI. It also offers updated guidelines for disease activity assessment and the latest advancements in endoscopic therapy modalities. Designed to cater to a diverse range of medical professionals, it stands as an indispensable reference, fostering a comprehensive and up-to-date understanding of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). Within these pages,Gastroenterolo... and IBD specialists will discover a wealth of resources to aid their pursuit of cutting-edge treatments and AI-driven insights. Primary care clinicians will find an expanded list of differential diagnoses that enables more accurate early-stage identification. Surgeons can elevate their expertise by delving into the intricacies of interventional IBD techniques, while pathologists and radiologists can enhance their diagnostic skills through AI and image-enhanced endoscopy. This comprehensive resource ensures that medical professionals across various disciplines are well-equipped to navigate the evolving landscape of IBD diagnosis, treatment, and management.

Age-Related Hearing Loss, Brain Health, and Dementia

1st Edition
November 1, 2025
Helen E. Nuttall + 2 more
English
Paperback
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Age-Related Hearing Loss, Brain Health, and Dementia reviews the effects of hearing loss on the brain and examines the most up-to-date perspectives on the possible causal relation between hearing loss and cognitive impairment. Through this synthesis, the book explores the links between hearing loss and the brain to improve understanding and promote better hearing for better brain health.

Appetite Interrupted

1st Edition
November 1, 2025
James A. Carr
English
Paperback
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Appetite Interrupted: The Role of Predators in Shaping the Behavioral Ecology and Physiology of Satiety explores how mechanisms suppress feeding in vertebrates within both physiological and ecological contexts. Highlighting predation's role as a selective pressure, the book identifies novel neuroendocrine pathways through future research. Written by an expert, it systematically examines the behavioral ecology, evolutionary pressures, physiological processes, and stressors affecting foraging and feeding behaviors in vertebrates. The book covers why animals stop eating, selective pressures driving the evolution of hunger suppression mechanisms, and physiological controls inhibiting feeding, including stress, anxiety, and fear.It concludes with humans' pathways and obesity evolution, offering practical applications for human nutrition.

Extracellular Mitochondria in Health and Disease

1st Edition
November 1, 2025
Carla Lopes + 1 more
English
Paperback
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Extracellular Mitochondria in Health and Disease covers this new and significant area of research, shedding light on their roles in intercellular communication and disease pathology. These tiny powerhouses, traditionally known for their intracellular functions, are now recognized for their extracellular activities that impact various physiological and pathological processes. The book delves into a range of topics, including cellular mechanisms of mitochondrial transfer, metabolic signaling, and the crosstalk between extracellular vesicles and mitochondria. It serves as a comprehensive guide for scientists, researchers, and students eager to explore these novel findings and their potential implications.Other sections examine the roles of extracellular mitochondria in immune regulation and inflammation, neurodegeneration and neuroprotection, and their therapeutic potential. By bridging gaps in existing literature, this resource offers up-to-date research and discoveries, providing valuable insights into how extracellular mitochondria could revolutionize medical advancements and improve patient outcomes.

Immuno-oncology and Immunotherapy Part E

1st Edition
Volume 199
November 1, 2025
Lorenzo Galluzzi + 3 more
English
Hardback
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Immuno-oncology and immunotherapy, Part E, Volume 199 in the Methods in Cell Biology series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters on a variety of timely topics, including an Evaluation of agents that affect anti-tumor function of CD8+ T cells at activation, Cancer cyro-immunotherapy: Models and methods, Methods for analysis of cancer- and TLS-associated immune infiltrates by multiplex immunofluorescence histology, In-vivo measurement of the extracellular ATP concentration by bio-luminescent probes, and much more.Additional sections cover the Analysis of the tumor microenvironment using imaging mass cytometry data, Saphenous vein blood collection for different immune analyses of living mice, Use of mouse KO models to validate the specificity of monoclonal antibodies, Imaging mass cytometry to analyze the immune TME, Autoimmune arthritis: Transgenic mouse models and methods, Assessment of human and mouse tumor-antigen specific CD8+ T cells by multimer staining in multiple compartments, and more.

Mathematical Concepts and Methods in Modern Biology

2nd Edition
November 1, 2025
Raina Robeva
English
Hardback
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Mathematical Concepts and Methods in Modern Biology: Using Modern Discrete Models, Second Edition offers an updated, quantitative framework essential for analyzing, predicting, and modulating the behavior of complex biological systems. This book, structured around project-based learning and problem-solving principles, integrates crucial mathematical concepts, methods, and tools contextualized by vital questions raised in modern biology. Topics covered include neuronal networks, plant population growth, metabolic pathways, and phylogenetic tree reconstruction. New mathematical modeling tools featured include Boolean and ordinary differential equations, projection matrices, agent-based modeling, and several algebraic approaches. Updated software manuals and codes are provided, making this a valuable resource for health professionals, scientists, researchers, and students in related fields.

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