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  • Atlas of Heart and Vascular Pathology

    • 1st Edition
    • E. Rene Rodriguez + 1 more
    • English
    Atlas of Heart and Vascular Pathology presents detailed knowledge on how the normal heart structure can adapt to physiologic processes and how this adaptation can progress into pathologic states. In modern practice there are many interventions available to address diverse structural components of the heart and vascular systems (coronary arteries, valves, pericardium, the heart muscle itself, and vessels). Many such interventions are demonstrated in this atlas, along with the complications of such interventions. This resource helps readers understand the anatomical features and landmarks of the cardiac structures affected by pathologic processes, or by interventions and surgical procedures.In addition, it can help cardiovascular imagers and radiologists evaluate anatomic structures and interpret pathologic alterations. The book's authors illustrate with clarity common aspects of cardiovascular anatomy and pathology useful to medical and non-medical professionals who work on cardiovascular medical, surgical, technical and scientific fields. It is an indispensable reference to understanding the three-dimensional architecture of the heart to further understand how disease or pathologic processes affect its function.

  • Artificial Intelligence and Food Science

    • 1st Edition
    • Rana Muhammad Aadil + 3 more
    • English
    Artificial Intelligence and Food Science examines a range of applications from pre- and post-harvest management to food packaging and the dairy industry, providing a thorough overview of how AI is revolutionizing these industries. The initial chapters introduce the fundamentals of AI and its recent advancements, covering key areas such as Constraint Satisfaction Problems, Adversarial Search, and Statistical Learning Theory. The book then moves on to explore AI applications in pre- and post-harvest management and highlights techniques such as machine vision and spectral imaging for non-destructive analysis of agricultural products.The role of AI in the fat and oil processing industry, specifically the use of bioinformatics predictive methods based on artificial neural network (ANN) is discussed in detail. Subsequent chapters probe the use of AI in the processing of fruits, vegetables, dairy, and meat, and detail how technologies like neural networks and Industry 4.0 innovations can drive improvements in product quality. Later chapters explore AI applications in the baking and confectionery industries, with a focus on automation and 3D printing technologies that are setting new standards for production and product design.

  • Advances in Virus Research

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 125
    • English
    Advances in Virus Research, Volume 125 in this ongoing series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters surrounding online resource hubs for modeling viruses/databases to support virology communities

  • Decolonizing Medical Education, Research and Practice

    • 1st Edition
    • Faadiel Essop
    • English
    Decolonizing Medical Education, Research and Practice delves deeply into the complexities of transforming medicine by examining curricula, research, and clinical care. The book highlights how colonial legacies have shaped medical perspectives, resulting in persistent inequities and barriers to fair healthcare access. By critically analyzing the ways in which colonialism fostered false narratives about race and embedded systemic racism, the text underscores the urgent need to dismantle these longstanding biases. The first section offers a thorough critique of how Eurocentric traditions continue to influence medical education and practice, perpetuating discriminatory treatment and unequal outcomes.The second part of the book shifts focus to solutions, featuring case studies and practical strategies for creating a more inclusive, culturally sensitive healthcare system. Written by leading global experts, it is a vital resource for medical students, postgraduates, clinicians, educators, researchers, and policymakers interested in meaningful change. The authors aim to inspire a new era in medicine that acknowledges past harms and works toward equitable healthcare for communities worldwide.

  • Extrusion Cooking for Food and Feed

    Biochemistry, Technology, and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Amit Baran Das + 2 more
    • English
    Extrusion Cooking for Food and Feed: Biochemistry, Technology, and Applications offers a comprehensive updated knowledge on extruded food products (for human, pet, and aquaculture) and the associated processing technologies and machinery requirements. Comprised of 18 chapters, the book covers every possible application of the food extrusion, explaining the biochemical changes of food ingredients during extrusion cooking, the design aspect of the extruder, besides also covering cold and hybrid extrusion, the role of carbohydrates, proteins, fat and lipid in extrusion, and the pet feed and aqua feed. A concise book on extrusion cooking benefits the readers to understand the present status of snacks foods, and it also allows industries take on meeting the growing demand for pet food.

  • Mycorrhizal Symbiosis

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 120
    • English
    Mycorrhizal Symbiosis book addresses recent advances in mycorrhizal research from molecular mechanisms of the symbiosis to practical application on the field. It includes chapters devoted to signaling recognition, nutrient uptake, quality of edible plant parts or restoration of forests. In summary, it brings a whole and up to date perspective of mycorrhizal symbiosis biology and application.

  • Applied Neuropsychology of Cerebrovascular Diseases

    A Practical Guide to Brain Arteries, Lesion Localization, and Rehabilitation Strategies
    • 1st Edition
    • Helmut Hildebrandt + 2 more
    • English
    Applied Neuropsychology of Cerebrovascular Diseases: A Practical Guide to Brain Arteries, Lesion Localization, and Rehabilitation Strategies addresses the critical intersection of vascular neurology and neuropsychological rehabilitation. The book explores the pathophysiology of stroke, emphasizing the importance of cerebrovascular anatomy and lesion localization in understanding cognitive deficits. It provides essential knowledge for clinicians involved in stroke assessment and treatment, highlighting the need for integration of neuroimaging interpretation into neuropsychological practice. Early sections offer foundational insights into cerebrovascular anatomy, stroke mechanisms, and their typical cognitive and emotional impairments.The second section equips clinicians with practical skills to independently interpret brain scans, utilizing tools like MRIcron to accurately localize lesions. The final section focuses on targeted rehabilitation strategies for common stroke syndromes, including neglect, aphasia, visual field deficits, and disorders of consciousness, all of which are supported by real-world clinical guidance and emerging neuromodulation techniques such as tDCS.

  • NEURO BASIC: Brain and Spine Illustrated Compendium – Anatomical Notebook

    • 1st Edition
    • Helbert de Oliveira Manduca Palmiero
    • English
    Neuro Basic: Brain and Spine Illustrated Compendium – Anatomical Notebook is a comprehensive, visually driven neuroanatomy reference that addresses the critical need for an accessible resource that bridges foundational anatomy with clinical applications. It fills the gap left by traditional texts that are either overly detailed or insufficiently practical, offering an integrated approach that emphasizes surgical relevance and visual clarity. Its content supports learners in understanding complex neuroanatomical relationships essential for diagnosis, surgical planning, and clinical decision-making, thereby enhancing their ability to interpret neuroimaging, perform neuroanatomical localization, and develop surgical strategies.The structured Table of Contents systematically guides the reader through the cranial vault, cerebral lobes, ventricular system, deep nuclei, brainstem, cerebellum, vascular anatomy, and spinal structures, including cervical, thoracic, and lumbar regions. Each chapter combines clear illustrations with concise descriptions, fostering a layered understanding from macrostructures to functional topography. Additional sections on neurofunctional topography, dermatomes, and myotomes facilitate clinical correlation, making this an indispensable tool for practical neuroanatomy.

  • The Pharmacology of Obesity

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 107
    • English
    The Pharmacology of Obesity, Volume 107 in the Advances in Pharmacology series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters on topics such as Obesity Therapeutic Landscape, Challenges, and Unmet Needs, Diagnosis and Evaluation of Obesity for Therapeutic Selection, When to use First-Generation Anti-Obesity Medications?, GLP-1 Receptor Agonists in our Clinics, Future Directions in Obesity Pharmacotherapy: Novel Targets and Pipeline Therapies, Destigmatizing Obesity: from language to the clinical environment, and much more.Additional chapters cover Role of Nutrition and physical Activity in the Therapy of Obesity, Behavioral and Lifestyle Strategies in Obesity Management and Post-Bariatric Follow-Up, The interpretation of Body-composition Metrics in Obesity, Digital Health, Technology, Artificial Intelligence, and Wearables in Obesity Care, Metabolic Aging and Obesity: how Physiology Changes with Age, Endoscopic Bariatric and Metabolic Therapies, and What Patients Could Benefit from Bariatric Surgery?

  • Whey

    Composition, Processing, Applications, Health Benefits and Waste Utilization
    • 1st Edition
    • Bhavbhuti M. Mehta + 1 more
    • English
    Whey: Composition, Processing, Applications, Health Benefits and Waste Utilization covers the basics of its chemistry and composition and its more advanced aspects and applications. The nutritive, bioactive, and functional properties covered, as well as whey's uses in the texture and stability of dairy foods. Finally, whey is discussed as a by-product of foods such as cheese and yogurt, along with methods for responsible conversion into valuable products to minimize environmental impact. Written with a student and early-career audience in mind, this work offers a one-stop-shop to all aspects of a key dairy component that has exciting potential for future research.This book will particularly benefit graduate and post graduate students, as well as post docs and early career researchers in dairy science, food science, and nutrition. Experienced scientists will also find this book useful as a starting point for new research projects.

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