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  • Artificial Intelligence in Gastrointestinal Cancers

    • 1st Edition
    • Ganji Purnachandra Nagaraju + 2 more
    • English
    Artificial Intelligence in Gastrointestinal Cancers examines the transformative impact of AI technologies on diagnosing and treating gastrointestinal malignancies. This book explores how advanced algorithms, particularly deep learning models, enhance the analysis of medical imaging, including endoscopic, MRI, and CT scans, facilitating earlier and more accurate identification of cancers such as esophageal, stomach, colorectal, and pancreatic cancers. The content covers AI's multifaceted applications, from improving diagnostic accuracy to personalizing treatment strategies based on genomic and clinical data. It discusses how machine learning predicts patient outcomes and optimizes treatment plans while also addressing AI's role in accelerating drug discovery and clinical trials. For an academic audience, this book provides crucial insights into AI's current and future applications in GI oncology. Readers gain a comprehensive understanding of AI diagnostic tools and personalized treatment strategies, equipping researchers and clinicians with the knowledge to leverage these advancements for improved patient care and outcomes in gastrointestinal cancers.

  • Epigenetic Regulations in Gastrointestinal Cancers

    • 1st Edition
    • Ganji Purnachandra Nagaraju + 1 more
    • English
    Epigenetic Regulations in Gastrointestinal Cancers offers a comprehensive exploration of the genomic and epigenomic alterations that underpin the aggressive nature of gastrointestinal (GI) cancers. . By synthesizing the latest research and insights into the role of the tumor microenvironment and cellular signaling pathways, this book aims to elucidate the multifaceted nature of GI cancer neoplasia and propose innovative therapeutic strategies. Addressing critical challenges in GI cancer research and treatment, this book serves as a vital resource for researchers and clinicians striving to bridge the gap between basic research and clinical application. It tackles the complexities of GI cancer mechanisms by integrating knowledge from diverse fields, thereby providing a holistic understanding essential for effective therapeutic development. Through real-world case studies and expert contributions, the book highlights successful treatment regimens that leverage epigenetic insights, thereby fostering dialogue among multidisciplinary teams and promoting collaborative approaches to cancer care. Moreover, the book emphasizes the importance of staying abreast of rapid advancements in the field of cancer research. With contributions from leading experts and an accompanying online platform featuring interactive resources, readers will have access to the latest insights and developments in GI cancer research. By identifying specific epigenetic targets and innovative strategies for overcoming treatment resistance, this book aspires to enhance patient outcomes in GI cancers and contribute to the ongoing evolution of personalized medicine in oncology.

  • Methods in Consumer Research, Volume 1

    Theoretical and Practical aspects
    • 2nd Edition
    • Gaston Ares + 1 more
    • English
    Methods in Consumer Research, Volume 1: Theoretical and Practical aspects, Second Edition, brings together the world’s leading experts in global consumer research who provide a fully comprehensive state-of-the-art coverage of advances in methods in consumer science.The new edition, thoroughly revised and updated, touches on the latest developments in consumer behavior. It includes a theoretical overview of consumer behavior, followed by a detailed description of qualitative techniques, including coverage of focus groups, projective techniques, ethnography, and social media. Quantitative methods are also addressed from both an explicit and implicit perspective. A section specifically delves into physiological measurements, such as eye-tracking, facial reading, and fMRI.In conjunction with the second volume, which covers specific applications, this book is an invaluable reference for academics working in the fields of sensory and consumer science, psychology, marketing, and nutrition. Through examples of the methodologies being applied throughout, it serves as a practical guide to practitioners in both the public and private sector.

  • Pain Management in Palliative Care for Patients With Cancer

    • 1st Edition
    • Marin Golčić + 2 more
    • English
    Pain Management in Palliative Care for Patients With Cancer provides healthcare professionals with holistic guidelines and whole-patient treatment philosophies that help practitioners address a patient's total needs. It is the only all-in-one resource for when the cancer patient and palliative care patient are one and the same. While other books focus on analgesics, this resource updates on how early palliative pain treatment can often be achieved by palliative chemotherapy, radiotherapy, or other methods. The myth that palliative care is only appropriate in late-stage illness persists not only among laypersons, but amongst many doctors as well.This book provides insights into what are commonly treated as unrelated disciplines, when in fact cancer care and palliative care have much to teach each other when it comes to oncology patients.

  • Developing Solid Oral Dosage Forms

    Pharmaceutical Theory and Practice
    • 3rd Edition
    • Yihong Qiu + 4 more
    • English
    Developing Solid Oral Dosage Forms: Pharmaceutical Theory and Practice, Third Edition is a comprehensive and up-to-date guide for professionals and academics engaged in all aspects of oral dosage form development, from discovery support through commercial manufacturing. This new edition features 13 new or rewritten chapters, along with significant updates to existing content, reflecting the latest advancements in the field, including new theories, scientific findings, approaches, techniques, modeling, and the emerging opportunities offered by AI.This book consists of 44 chapters covering in-depth principles of physical pharmacy, biopharmaceutics, and industrial pharmacy, and their applications throughout the R&D process and commercial production of oral dosage forms. New chapters address topics such as absorption evaluation of oral dosage forms, formulation principles, and applications based on supersaturation, patient-centric product design, product design through the 505(b)(2) NDA pathway, design of experiments (DoE), process modeling, 3D printing, and machine learning applications in commercial manufacturing. Existing chapters have been updated or completely rewritten to provide advanced information and include practical case studies. Important topics such as amorphous solid dispersions, modified-release delivery, manufacturing technologies, modeling and simulation, fundamentals of dissolution and bioequivalence, IVIVC, biowaivers, regulatory frameworks, and many others are covered.The new edition of this book is an indispensable resource for industry professionals, academic institutions, and regulatory bodies seeking to stay current with advances in solid dosage form development and manufacturing. It offers a thorough understanding of fundamental principles and techniques, along with practical guidance on applying these concepts to real-world challenges.

  • Women and Health

    • 3rd Edition
    • Rebecca Troisi + 3 more
    • English
    Women and Health addresses health issues affecting women of all ages — from adolescence through maturity. It goes far beyond other books on this topic, which concentrate only on reproductive health, and has a truly international perspective. It covers key issues ranging from osteoporosis to breast cancer and other cancers, domestic violence, sexually transmitted diseases, occupational hazards, eating disorders, heart disease and other chronic illnesses, substance abuse, and societal and behavioral influences on health.In this third edition of Women and Health, the chapters address health issues that affect women across the life course with a special emphasis on the health of mid-life and older women. The field of women’s health has matured since the first and second edition, such as genetics and the impact of sex and gender on health, providing the opportunity to capture the latest scientific findings and controversies. The book provides a comprehensive compendium of the epidemiology of health conditions affecting women over the life course for the lay reader, clinician, and health research scientist.

  • An Illustrated Guide to Cancer Biology

    • 1st Edition
    • Tomas Koltai + 1 more
    • English
    An Illustrated Guide to Cancer Biology offers a comprehensive exploration of the fundamentals of oncological molecular biology and provides valuable insights into topics such as cancer cell migration, chemotherapeutic drug mechanisms, and the roles of RNA in cancer. With 33 chapters covering a wide array of subjects, including the Hanahan and Weinberg hallmarks of cancer, tumor heterogeneity, and hormone-dependent cancer, this guide serves as an indispensable resource for researchers, students, and practicing oncologists in medicine, oncology, and biochemistry alike. This book stands out not only for its comprehensive coverage of diverse topics but also for its unique approach.With over 400 figures strategically interspersed throughout the text, this book offers readers a visually engaging journey through the intricacies of cancer biology. These illustrations, ranging from molecular pathways to cellular interactions, make navigating topics like chemotherapeutic drug mechanisms and tumor heterogeneity more accessible. Additionally, the inclusion of sections on repurposing drugs, tumor kinetics, and epigenetics further aids in a deep understanding of cancer biology.

  • Natural Language Processing for Healthcare

    The Rise of Intelligent Assistants
    • 1st Edition
    • Laxmi Shaw + 2 more
    • English
    Natural Language Processing for Healthcare: The Rise of Intelligent Assistants addresses the critical gap between cutting-edge AI research and its practical applications in healthcare, offering an accessible guide tailored to the unique challenges of medical environments. It highlights how NLP technologies are revolutionizing patient care, medical documentation, and clinical decision-making while emphasizing ethical, legal, and interoperability considerations. Structured into four sections, the book begins by laying foundational knowledge in NLP and healthcare data, covering concepts such as tokenization, medical ontologies like UMLS and SNOMED CT, machine learning models, including BioBERT and ClinicalBERT, and emerging impacts of large language models like GPT.The applications section explores real-world implementations of intelligent assistants, such as virtual health chatbots, clinical documentation tools, conversational AI for patient engagement, and voice recognition integrated into electronic health records. Technical chapters provide insights into system architectures, evaluation metrics, data privacy, security, and interoperability standards like FHIR. The final section looks ahead to future directions including multilingual NLP, federated learning for privacy preservation, and the evolving landscape of AI-driven healthcare assistants. This book is an indispensable resource for a broad audience.

  • A Quick Reference to Obstetric Anesthesia

    • 1st Edition
    • Adithya Devadas Bhat + 1 more
    • English
    A Quick Reference to Obstetric Anesthesia is a comprehensive resource on the latest in anesthetic care for the pregnant patients. It covers the newest evidence on various critical topics in obstetric anesthesia, and the inclusion of recommended perioperative protocols provides definitive references for optimal care. This book serves as an “in the moment” tool for solving challenging clinical problems, while functioning as a reference for both experienced clinicians and trainees. It also includes relevant patient management protocols, as well as numerous emerging topics that are lacking in presently available texts.A Quick Reference to Obstetric Anesthesia is meant for anyone seeking immediately accessible information to facilitate real-time care of pregnant patients. Its approachable yet comprehensive knowledge base will be appreciated by anesthesia professionals at every level.

  • Handbook of Material Biodegradation, Biodeterioration, and Biostablization

    • 3rd Edition
    • George Wypych + 2 more
    • English
    Handbook of Material Biodegradation, Biodeterioration, and Biostabilization, Third Edition provides extensive information on the microorganisms involved in the biodegradation of materials, along with the biocides which are permitted for use according to the most up-to-date worldwide legislation. The book focuses on protecting materials and products against colonization and subsequent degradation of their properties. Mechanisms of biodegradation and biodeterioration, results of biodeterioration, and methods of biostabilization are covered for a large number of products, making the title relevant for a range of industries and applications, including construction, coatings/paints, medical and pharmaceutical applications, and electronics. It also covers 13 groups of bacteria, 7 groups of fungi, and 4 groups of protozoa involved in biodegradative processes. In addition, the health and safety aspects of biocide application are covered in detail, as well as the personal protection of practitioners who are required to use them. The contents and the most-up-to-date information make this book essential for almost all the fields of applied chemistry.

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