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  • Brain Peptide Shuttles

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 105
    • English
    Advances in Pharmacology, Volume 105, a new volume in this ongoing series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters on a variety of topics, including Introduction to brain shuttle peptides, In silico optimization of brain shuttle properties for passive diffusion, Shuttles derived from natural proteins, Shuttles derived from phage display, Chemically enhanced brain shuttle peptides, Brain delivery of gold nanoparticles, Brain delivery of lipid nanoparticles, Brain delivery of therapeutic proteins, In vitro BBB models for the study of brain shuttle transport, Physiological strategies for delivery across the BBB, and Polymeric Nanoparticles.

  • Cell Shape and Position during Development

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 166
    • English
    Cell Shape and Position during Development, Volume 166 provides a comprehensive overview of the fundamental roles that cell morphology and spatial organization play in the development of multicellular organisms. This volume brings together leading experts in developmental biology, cell biology, and biophysics to explore how cells acquire specific shapes. Chapters in this new release include Cell shape changes during sperm-egg interactions, Cell shape and position during organ development, Regulation of shape and position during asymmetric cell division, Cell shape dynamics during mouse peri-implantation development and embryo dormancy, Shaping the intestine: the role of cell morphology and spatial dynamics in development, and more.Additional sections Intermediate filaments in cell shape and position, Regulation of adult stem cell behavior by cytoskeletal dynamics and cell shape, Shape changes in gastrulation, and more.

  • Neuroscience-Informed Psychoeducation (NIPE) for Brain and Mental Health

    Part B
    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 300
    • English
    Progress in Brain Research series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters. Each chapter is written by an international board of authors.

  • A Complete Guide to Hysteroscopic Myomectomy

    • 1st Edition
    • Rahul Manchanda + 2 more
    • English
    A Complete Guide to Hysteroscopy Myomectomy is an evidence-based comprehensive treatise providing expertise from all over the world. Hysteroscopic myomectomy is a valuable option for treating uterine fibroids, offering a less invasive alternative to traditional surgeries like hysterectomies and laparotomies. This is a complete guide to master how to diagnose and select the most appropriate strategy of treatment describing all aspects of that strategy and apply that knowledge in different clinical settings. Hysteroscopic myomectomy is a powerful tool in the management of uterine fibroids, providing an effective and less invasive alternative to hysterectomy. It is an essential reference for anyone in the research and medical field as well as patients who want to understand the procedure's benefits, indications, and recovery process to make informed decisions about their treatment options.

  • AI Powered Drug delivery to Neuro and Cardiovascular Systems

    Perspectives and Future Challenges
    • 1st Edition
    • Chandra P. Sharma + 2 more
    • English
    AI-Powered Drug Delivery to Neuro and Cardiovascular Systems: Perspectives and Future Challenges is a definitive reference exploring the transformative influence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in neuro and cardiovascular drug delivery. This book integrates cutting-edge research to explain how AI is poised to reshape clinical protocols, therapeutic strategies, and regulatory standards. By examining advancements in robotics and intelligent systems, it demonstrates how AI enhances precision, personalization, and efficiency in drug delivery for heart and neurological conditions, providing readers with a thorough understanding of these innovations and their potential to revolutionize healthcare practices.The book delves into AI-driven drug design and testing for cardiovascular diseases and explores the application of AI in cardiac drug delivery vehicles. It discusses bioengineered heart and vessel therapeutics, redox homeostasis, and targeted drug replenishment in cardiac matrix remodeling. Additionally, it addresses mitochondrial drug retention, AI-assisted gene therapy for neurodegenerative disorders, and the role of AI in optimizing heart health. The text highlights smart systems for managing cerebrovascular accidents and neuromodulation with pharmacotherapy. Finally, it covers translational challenges, future directions, and the significance of AI-driven prediction models and robotic delivery mechanisms.

  • Artificial Intelligence and Brain-Computer Interfaces in Healthcare

    • 1st Edition
    • Chandra P. Sharma + 3 more
    • English
    Artificial Intelligence and BCIs in Healthcare discusses the essentials of state-of-the-art brain signal analysis, AI, and BCIs available today. This book is an ideal bridge of these emerging technologies. Divided into three sections, the chapters cover the Fundamentals, Applications, and Regulatory Issues facing healthcare systems today. Artificial Intelligence and BCIs in Healthcare fills a gap in literature available to researchers and may also be of interest to clinicians.

  • Advances in Edible Packaging Systems for Food Preservation

    Processing, Bioactive Agents and Preservation
    • 1st Edition
    • Zuhaib F. Bhat + 1 more
    • English
    Advances in Edible Packaging Systems for Food Preservation: Processing, Bioactive Agents and Preservation discusses the edible packaging systems available for the preservation of all types of foods and products derived from meat, eggs, milk, plants, cereals, fish, and seafood. Divided into 14 chapters, the book covers recent topics related to edible packaging such as the role of emerging technologies (including cold plasma, ultrasonication, electrospinning, high-pressure, 3D printing, and pulsed light), alternative film materials (including insect, fungal, and algae proteins), novel bioactive agents (including novel peptides and nanoemulsions, nanoparticles, and nanofibers from novel sources), engineering aspects, environmental impacts, and consumer perception.This book caters to a wider audience, including, but not limited to, individuals involved in food science, meat science, dairy science, food packaging, agriculture sciences, protein and carbohydrate biochemistry, and nutrition.

  • Stem Cell-Mediated Regulation of Pyroptosis

    • 1st Edition
    • Debalina Bhattacharya + 1 more
    • English
    Stem Cell-Mediated Regulation of Pyroptosis investigates the role of pyroptosis in various types of stem cells and stem cell-derived exosomes, considering how they can accelerate tissue repair and regeneration in inflammatory diseases. The book begins with an introduction to the mechanisms of pyroptosis and methods available for its detection. It then considers pyroptosis and its relationship to stem cells before delving into the interaction across various conditions, ranging from cerebral injury, spinal injury, cardiac injury, osteoarthritis, cancer, and more. Users will find the latest research and future directions in the study of stem cells and pyroptosis, thus enabling further understanding of the cellular mechanisms underlying this form of cell death and the clinical significance of stem cells in the context of pyroptosis-induced diseases. Therapeutic implications and potential strategies targeting this pathway for the treatment of such conditions are also considered, providing a comprehensive reference that will be useful to researchers working across cell biology, regenerative medicine, immunology, therapeutics, and other related fields.

  • Lipids and Membranes: Detection by Imaging and Lipidomics

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 726
    • English
    Lipids and Membranes: Detection by Imaging and Lipidomics, Volume 727 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 chapters in this new release include Measurement of fatty acid esters of hydroxy fatty acids, Superresolution organelle imaging with lipophilic HIDE probes, Ultra-high resolution analysis of membrane lipids from 15N metabolically labeled mice, Superresolution lipid imaging with expansion microscopy, High-resolution phosphoinositide analysis in healthy versus disease cells, and much more.Additional chapters focus on Alkyne lipids as tracers of lipid metabolism, Imaging oxidative stress in biomembranes, Imaging the dynamics of phosphatidylinositol 4-phosphate metabolism, Lipidomics for studying sphingolipids in cell death, Non-invasive imaging of phosphoinositides with genetically encoded lipid biosensors, Profiling lipotypes at the single cell level in heterogenous populations, MS imaging of phosphoinositides, and much more.

  • Public and Environmental Health

    Shaping Tomorrow for a Sustainable Future
    • 1st Edition
    • Ranbir Chander Sobti + 1 more
    • English
    Public and Environmental Health: Shaping Tomorrow for a Sustainable Future offers an in-depth exploration of the latest developments, strategies, and research in these intertwined fields, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of how to improve health outcomes through innovative approaches and informed public policy. Sections address how individuals and communities can make informed health decisions for better health outcomes, present the myriad of challenges the environment poses, including climate change, and how global cooperation, policy interventions, and sustainable practices can help improve outcomes for communities across the world. Additional content details how surveillance and epidemiological research are foundational to public health at both a national and international level, allowing authorities to respond promptly to threats, allocate resources effectively, and implement targeted interventions. Written by experts from across the globe, this book is ideal for public health administrators, researchers, students, and NGOs involved in public health programs and the environment.

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