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    • Bioinformatics, AI, and Machine Learning in Microbial Drug Development

      • 1st Edition
      • Vagish Dwibedi + 3 more
      • English
      Bioinformatics, AI, and Machine Learning in Microbial Drug Development provides a comprehensive framework for integrating diverse fields like microbiology, bioinformatics, artificial intelligence, and machine learning, allowing readers to navigate complex interdisciplinary challenges effectively. This title offers an in-depth exploration of how these technologies are seamlessly integrated into pharmaceutical microbiology. The book, divided into 4 parts and 19 chapters, provides cutting-edge insights, practical guidance, and case studies. It emphasizes the importance of staying current with technological advancements, understanding ethical and regulatory issues, and optimizing drug production, making it an invaluable resource for industry professionals.

    • Diabetes and Alzheimer's Disease

      Mechanisms and Management
      • 1st Edition
      • Awanish Kumar + 1 more
      • English
      Diabetes and Alzheimer's Disease: Mechanisms and Management delves into the complex relationship between diabetes and Alzheimer’s disease. The book examines how these conditions intersect and influence each other, providing insights into their pathophysiological and epidemiological aspects. Readers will gain a thorough understanding of metabolic interactions, molecular signaling, and various factors that regulate the confluence of these diseases. Written by experts, this comprehensive guide is essential for researchers, academicians, scientists, and graduate students in biomedical and pharmaceutical sciences. In addition to exploring the mechanisms, the book discusses theranostics and strategies to manage both conditions.It includes sections on drug repositioning, dietary modifications, and the impact of metabolic dysfunction on neurological disorders.

    • Nano-Bio-Medicine for Gastrointestinal Diseases

      • 1st Edition
      • Vivek Chaturvedi + 3 more
      • English
      Nano-Bio-Medicine for Gastrointestinal Diseases explores the transformative potential of biomedicine in gastroenterology, from innovative drug delivery systems to nanoscale imaging techniques. The book's content offers a detailed analysis of emerging technologies that are revolutionizing the diagnosis, treatment, and management of gastrointestinal disorders. By addressing conditions like inflammatory bowel disease and gastrointestinal cancers, readers gain a holistic understanding of how biomedicine is reshaping the entire landscape of gastroenterology. With a focus on personalized medicine approaches and future perspectives, this book inspires collaboration and awareness among researchers, medical practitioners, and patients, ultimately leading to improved outcomes and quality of life. Sections cover a wide range of topics that are essential for understanding the intersection of biomedicine and gastroenterology. Beginning with an introduction to NanoBioMedicine and its application in gastrointestinal diseases, readers are guided through nanoscale drug delivery systems, nanoimaging techniques, and nanotheranostics in cancer treatment. Specific chapters address the role of nanotechnology in managing conditions like inflammatory bowel disease and celiac disease, while also exploring the integration of artificial intelligence and big data analytics.

    • Machine Learning in Drug Development: Part 2

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 65
      • English
      Machine Learning in Drug Development: Part Two, Volume 65 in the Annual Reports on Medicinal Chemistry series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters written by an international board of authors. Chapters in this volume explore Transforming Modern Drug Discovery with Machine Learning – Applications in Ligand-based Drug Design, Optimizing Multi-Modal Drug Design Through Computational Pocket Mapping and Data Integration, Harnessing AI for Nucleic Acid Drug Discovery: Small Molecule Targeting DNA and RNA, AI-aided Drug Development for Protein Degraders: Design, Lead Identification, and Optimization, and more.Additional section delve into Artificial Intelligence in the Development of Antiviral Drugs – Progress and Applications, Artificial Intelligence for Drug Target Identification, and Machine Learning in Proteomic Biomarker Discovery

    • Hyponatremia and 40 Years of Controversy

      Looking Back and Moving Forward
      • 1st Edition
      • Richard H. Sterns
      • English
      Hyponatremia and 40 Years of Controversy: Looking Back and Moving Forward traces and probes the prolonged, contentious debate surrounding the treatment of severe hyponatremia, a low-sodium concentration in the blood that can result in severe brain damage if managed incorrectly.A mix of memoir and science, the book explains how slow correction of hyponatremia became accepted and how consensus was disrupted by assertions that caution was unnecessary and harmful. It scrutinizes the controversy, offers an approach to management, and unpacks research limitations – reminding us that what is believed true today may change tomorrow.Hyponatremi... and 40 Years of Controversy: Looking Back and Moving Forward is a vital resource for both experienced medical specialists and novice trainees. It explains the physiology of how hyponatremia happens and how it hurts. By offering historical insights, scientific rigor, and practical guidance, this book promises to enhance clinical decision making, foster new research, and improve outcomes in patients with hyponatremia.

    • Genetic and Reproductive Approaches for Sustainable Livestock Production

      • 1st Edition
      • Sukanta Mondal
      • English
      Though global food demand is ever-increasing, agricultural productivity is declining, largely due to the shrinking of resources like cultivable land. Under such circumstances, the role of the livestock sector to fulfill growing food demand is particularly important for food and nutritional security. Genetic and Reproductive Approaches for Sustainable Livestock Production details the roles of both established and emerging reproductive and genomic technologies in creating more sustainable livestock production. This book outlines a variety of integrated strategies, covering traditional and modern omics approaches (structural, functional, comparative and epigenomics) and genomics-assisted breeding methods. These can be adopted and utilized to dissect and decode the gene regulatory networks involved in the quantitative yield and stress tolerance traits in livestock. Genetic and Reproductive Approaches for Sustainable Livestock Production is a particularly attractive resource for scientists, researchers, educators and professionals in livestock science, veterinary medicine, and food security. The work will allow professional readers to incorporate existing research into their practices and will prompt academics to build on existing research and make new discoveries.

    • Intelligent Systems for Neurocognition and Human-Robot-Computer Interaction

      • 1st Edition
      • Shubham Mahajan + 2 more
      • English
      Intelligent Systems for Neurocognition and Human-Robot-Computer Interaction explores the transformative potential of intelligent systems in enhancing human well-being through advancements in neurocognitive technologies, robotics, and AI-driven healthcare. This book addresses the fragmented knowledge at the intersection of these fields, enabling readers to understand the latest advancements and discover practical strategies for implementation. It highlights the importance of ethical considerations and governance in deploying AI and robotics in healthcare settings. Each chapter covers various aspects, including personalized medicine, human-robot interaction, cognitive robotics, wearable technologies, and the role of AI in mental health. The book also discusses the implications of cloud computing, big data, and human-computer interaction in enhancing cognitive and emotional well-being.

    • Nanofiber Therapeutics

      Revolutionizing Cancer and Inflammation Management
      • 1st Edition
      • Neeraj Mishra + 2 more
      • English
      Nanofiber Therapeutics: Revolutionizing Cancer and Inflammation Management is a comprehensive resource designed to enrich knowledge, catalyze scientific advancements, empower patients, and inform policy decisions in nanomedicine. This book leverages the transformative potential of nanotechnology to combat cancer and inflammation, two of the most challenging health conditions today. The book explores the revolutionary potential of nanofiber-based therapeutics, aiming to develop innovative solutions that overcome existing treatment limitations and improve patient outcomes. It bridges the gap between basic scientific research and clinical application, synthesizing the latest advancements in nanofiber technology with insights from preclinical and clinical studies. Covering every facet of nanofiber therapies—from design and production to clinical applications—the book offers a comprehensive overview. It aims to educate healthcare professionals, researchers, policymakers, patients, and the public about the potential of nanofiber therapeutics, empowering stakeholders with the knowledge needed for informed decision-making and interdisciplinary collaboration. By highlighting cutting-edge research and technological innovations, this book inspires scientific curiosity and further research in the field. It fills a gap in the existing literature, laying the groundwork for future research and development, and driving advancements that could transform cancer and inflammation treatment.

    • Asian Horseshoe Crabs

      Biology, Ecology, Conservation, and Utilization
      • 1st Edition
      • Menghong Hu + 1 more
      • English
      Asian Horseshoe Crabs: Biology, Ecology, Conservation, and Utilization provides a comprehensive and updated look at horseshoe crabs, often dubbed “living fossils.” Overfishing and environmental pressures have endangered these crustaceans, making this book essential for their protection. Authored by international experts, it focuses on three species: Tachypleus tridentatus, Tachypleus gigas, and Carcinoscorpius rotundicauda, covering their evolution, reproduction, physiology, and behaviors. Moreover, the book delves into the genomics and population dynamics of horseshoe crabs, examining their significance in human consumption and biomedical research, and including the use of blue blood and chitin.Conservation efforts and practices are also discussed, making this book a valuable resource for marine biologists, students, and academics.

    • Advances in Management of Pediatric Brain Tumors

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 167
      • English
      Advances in Management of Pediatric Brain Tumors, Volume 167 encapsulates the latest developments in the field for various types of pediatric brain tumors. By examining these survival gaps, the volume offers insights into strategies for improving outcomes and bridging the gap in care on a global scale. Chapters in this new release include Pediatric-type diffuse low grade gliomak, Pediatric-type diffuse high grade glioma/Diffuse Midline glioma, Ependymoma, Choroid plexus tumors, Embryonal tumors/medulloblasto... Craniopharyngioma and other sellar-region tumors, and much more.Other sections cover Germ cell tumors, Immunotherapy for pediatric brain tumors, Emerging interventional treatments in the management of pediatric brain tumors, and Management of pediatric brain tumors in low-middle income countries.

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