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    • Handbook of Robotic and Image-Guided Surgery

      • 2nd Edition
      • November 21, 2025
      • Mohammad Hossein Abedin Nasab
      • English
      • Hardback
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      Handbook of Robotic and Image-Guided Surgery, Second Edition provides an update on state-of-the-art systems and methods for robotic and computer-assisted surgeries. Written by leading researchers from academia and industry, this new edition includes over 700 illustrations, flowcharts, diagrams, and dedicated multimedia content across all chapters.This new edition also includes introductory chapters which discuss the fundamental concepts in robotics and image-guided surgery. Through its coverage of basic concepts and recent advances across all subspecialties, the book serves as a vital and comprehensive reference for engineers, surgeons, and researchers in the life science and healthcare world interested in surgical robotics.Fusing engineering, radiology, and surgical principles into one book, this new edition also includes coverage of new surgical devices and new surgical robotic systems, expanding the number of chapters from 39 to more than 50. Biomedical engineers, mechanical engineers, electrical and computer engineers, medical and engineering students, and surgeons in the field of surgical robotics and image-guided surgery will benefit from this comprehensive reference, written by global experts from across academia and industry.

    • Generative AI, Large Language Models, Graph Neural Networks and Knowledge Graphs Applications

      • 1st Edition
      • November 21, 2025
      • Abdulhamit Subasi
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Generative AI, Large Language Models, Graph Neural Networks and Knowledge Graphs Applications offers readers a thorough examination of the cutting-edge technologies that are shaping the future of artificial intelligence. Through clear explanations and practical insights, this book bridges theoretical concepts and real-world applications, helping professionals, researchers, and academics understand and implement advanced AI solutions. With a focus on the foundational principles of Generative AI, LLMs, GNNs, and Knowledge Graphs, the text emphasizes their collaborative potential and provides guidance for solving complex problems across multiple disciplines.The book also stands out for its emphasis on hands-on learning, featuring practical examples and case studies from industries such as healthcare and finance. It highlights interdisciplinary applications, demonstrating how these technologies can be leveraged to address real-world challenges. Readers benefit from comprehensive coverage of each topic, deep dives into their interconnections, and actionable strategies for staying at the forefront of AI advancements.

    • Applied Microbiology

      • 1st Edition
      • November 21, 2025
      • Saurabh Bhatia + 1 more
      • English
      Recently, molecular technologies have positively affected the field of applied microbiology, providing rapid quantitative as well as qualitative information on microorganisms present in a given sample. The development of microbiology-based inventions suggests a worthwhile but challenging prospect to create pharmaceutical products and harvest the superior potential therein. Some of the challenges while patenting the microorganisms can be overcome by updating aspirants related with ethical and regulatory issues, especially guidelines established in microbiology to explore its more clinical applications. Applied Microbiology: Microbes, Pharmaceutical Techniques and Procedures includes diverse applications of microorganisms in 21st century like emerging infections and their futuristic impact over the society. Applied Microbiology: Microbes, Pharmaceutical Techniques and Procedures carries outcomes of present research to reach those whose aspiration allows using this information and know-how in both the basic as the applied settings.

    • The Handbook of Non-Invasive Transcranial Brain Stimulation in the Cognitive Domain

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 34
      • November 21, 2025
      • Vincent Van Waes + 4 more
      • English
      The Handbook of Non-Invasive Transcranial Brain Stimulation in the Cognitive Domain serves as an essential resource, capturing the latest advancements and scientific insights into non-invasive brain stimulation methods. This comprehensive volume delves into various techniques such as repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation and low-intensity transcranial electrical stimulation. It highlights their application in understanding psychophysiology and enhancing cognitive performance in both experimental models and healthy individuals. Such methods offer substantial promise in unraveling the complexities of neural network dynamics and cognitive functions. In addition to discussing foundational methods and experimental models, the book also explores therapeutic applications for neurological and neuropsychiatric disorders.These multimodal brain stimulation approaches present innovative avenues for potential treatments. By integrating both theoretical and practical perspectives, this handbook not only reviews existing data but also opens new horizons for future research and clinical applications, providing invaluable insights for professionals in the field.

    • Coconut-Based Beverages and Products

      • 1st Edition
      • November 21, 2025
      • Ravi Pandiselvam + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Coconut-Based Beverages and Products covers the wide range of coconut-based drinks and other selected coconut products. The book provides a comprehensive view of recent developments in the production and processing of coconut-based products, with a focus on beverages and their nutritional benefits. Information on clinical trials and the future outlook of research will also help readers identify areas for further investigation, innovation, and product development. As coconut-based beverages have recently grown in popularity, and younger consumers are increasingly focused on health and wellness, the use of coconut beverages that contain a range of electrolytes, vitamins, minerals, and amino acids is increasing.

    • Starchy Crops Waste Valorization

      • 1st Edition
      • November 21, 2025
      • Marney Pascoli Cereda + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Starchy Crops Waste Valorization: Recovery and Treatment, the fifth volume in the Underground Starchy Crops of South American Origin series, provides information on the applied level of producing and using starch from a range of plants grown in tropical and subtropical areas with South American origin. The book presents collecting information about products that are generally considered as waste and can therefore cause serious pollution problems in starch-processing industries. Edited by experts with a solid background in starch extraction research, the books in this series are aimed at anyone involved in research and development, new technology processes, quality control, and legislation. The Underground Starchy Crops of South American Origin book series brings information on the applied level of producing and using starch from a range of plants grown in tropical and subtropical areas that have South American origin. As the final volume in the series, Starchy Crops Waste Valorization: Recovery and Treatment enables stakeholders to valorize waste by transforming it into by-products that can reach the market and reduce processing costs. It also explains how to reduce or eliminate problems of environmental contamination. Residues covered are of two types: crop residues and industrial residues.

    • Imaging Blood-Brain Barrier Dysfunction in Brain Disorders

      • 1st Edition
      • November 21, 2025
      • Danny J.J. Wang + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      • eBook
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      Imaging Blood-Brain Barrier Dysfunction in Brain Disorders delves into the intricate structure and function of the blood-brain barrier (BBB), examining its essential role in the pathogenesis of various brain disorders. The book offers a comprehensive overview of cutting-edge medical imaging technologies for visualizing BBB function, both in a healthy state and under diseased conditions. Readers will gain an in-depth understanding of how the BBB influences normal brain function, including aspects such as aging and sleep, and how its dysfunction is linked to serious neurological conditions.Furthermo... the book explores BBB anomalies in brain disorders like stroke, traumatic brain injury, cerebral small vessel disease, Alzheimer's disease, and sleep apnea. It highlights modern medical imaging technologies, such as MRI, for observing BBB function in vivo. It emphasizes the importance of BBB imaging for monitoring and potentially curing brain disorders, and discusses its potential in the early detection of neurological disorders, allowing for timely and effective treatment strategies.

    • The Potential of Intermittent Fasting in Age-related Diseases and Precision Anti-aging Therapeutics

      • 1st Edition
      • November 21, 2025
      • Abhishek Kumar Singh + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      The Potential of Intermittent Fasting in Age-related Diseases and Precision Anti-aging Therapeutics takes an in-depth look at the beneficial and efficacious role of Intermittent Fasting (IF) in a wide array of aging-associated diseases. It provides a comprehensive resource that not only outlines the potential benefits and future research directions but also delves into the limitations and nuances of IF in managing these conditions. The book is divided sections and begins by covering the fundamentals of aging and the effects of IF. Subsequent sections examine the physiological impact IF has on aging; its potential influence on stress resistance, heart, gut, and overall health optimization; social and ethical considerations as a therapeutic strategy; bridging IF research findings and clinical practice; and the potential integration and application of IF into age-related diseases treatment. Offering a consolidated and scientifically grounded perspective aimed at equipping readers with a balanced understanding, this book serves as a go-to reference for researchers and clinicians alike seeking clear and accurate insights into how IF can positively influence the health and longevity of the aging population.

    • Lateral Flow Assays

      • 1st Edition
      • November 21, 2025
      • Sibel Ayşıl Özkan + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Lateral Flow Assays: From Bench to Market provides a detailed understanding of lateral flow assays (LFAs), the technology behind them, and their potential uses. The book opens with a discussion of the key elements of LFAs before covering a range of different LFA types, including aptamer-based and SERS-based LFAs. Applications across the biosciences and beyond are explored, such as virus detection, including Covid-19, bacteria detection, hormonal detection, and cancer biomarkers. LFAs for the detection of narcotics, environmental pollutants, food additives, allergens, toxins, and metabolites are also explored. The book then discusses commercialization aspects of LFAs before looking to future developments.This book offers a complete overview of these biosensors and is an ideal reference for researchers and lab technicians across the biomedical sciences who work with these devices. It is also relevant to researchers and practitioners in food chemistry, the environmental industry, and pharmaceutical companies, in addition to those involved in the development of lateral flow devices.

    • Extracellular Vesicles: Advances and Perspectives in Treatments, Therapies, and Vaccination

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 96
      • November 21, 2025
      • English
      • Hardback
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      • eBook
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      Extracellular Vesicles: Advances and Perspectives in Treatments, Therapies, and Vaccination, Volume 96 explores the field of extracellular vesicles (EVs) and their potential applications in treatments, therapies, and vaccination. Covering a broad range of topics from EV-based biomarker detection to vaccine development and theranostic applications, this new release in the series includes chapters on Extracellular Vesicles: Advances in Treatments, Therapies, and Vaccination, Extracellular Vesicles: Advances in Therapies and Vaccination in virus, Products of excretion-secretion and extracellular vesicles derived from zoonotic helminths: a two-face response, and more.Additional sections cover Extracellular Vesicles in Fungal Pathogenesis: Mechanisms and Implications, Extracellular vesicle-based vaccines: a promising approach for parasitic diseases, Extracellular Vesicles as Vaccines Against Infectious Diseases, EVs and images, Bacterial Outer Membrane Vesicles: Potential and Applications in Next-Generation Vaccines, Theranostic application of extracellular vesicles in breast cancer, and much more.

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