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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.

  • Coconut-Based Beverages and Products

    • 1st Edition
    • Ravi Pandiselvam + 2 more
    • English
    Coconut-based beverages have recently grown in popularity, and research output has reflected this trend. Younger consumers are increasingly focused on health and wellness, and coconut beverages contain a range of electrolytes, vitamins, minerals, and amino acids. They have a unique taste that is naturally sweet, refreshing, and nutty in flavor. Coconut-Based Beverages and Products covers a wide range of coconut-based drinks, as well as other selected coconut products. A chapter is dedicated to each type of drink or product and key elements such as chemistry, nutritional profile, production standards, preservation, and packaging methods are covered as appropriate for each product. Coconut-based Beverages and Products provides a comprehensive view of the recent developments in the production and processing of coconut-based products with a focus on beverages, as well as their nutritional benefits. Information on clinical trials and the future outlook of research also help readers identify areas for further investigation, innovation, and product development.

  • 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.

  • Understanding Renal Biochemistry

    Insights from Nephrotic Syndrome to Systemic Renal Dynamics
    • 1st Edition
    • Emmanuel Kwaku Ofori + 1 more
    • English
    Understanding Renal Biochemistry: Insights from Nephrotic Syndrome to Systemic Renal Dynamics provides a comprehensive exploration of nephrotic syndrome and related renal disorders. Tailored for academicians, young researchers, and graduate/postgraduat... students worldwide in fields such as renal research, chemical pathology, medical biochemistry, pharmacology, laboratory science, and pathology, this book offers cutting-edge insights into novel diagnostic approaches, underlying pathophysiology, and effective management strategies. Enriched with real-world case studies, it bridges theoretical knowledge with practical application, empowering readers to advance their understanding and make informed decisions in the diagnosis and treatment of renal diseases. The book provides a well-structured exploration of renal biochemistry and related disciplines, guiding readers through foundational concepts to advanced research and future directions in nephrology. Authored by experts, chapters cover topics such as renal biomarkers, diagnostic precision, therapeutic interventions, and management strategies, with case studies illustrating real-world applications. Each chapter begins with a clear outline, incorporates strategic case studies, and concludes with comprehensive summaries, ensuring readers can easily grasp core concepts and benefit from practical insights, enhancing their learning experience and retention of knowledge. With each chapter supplemented by figures, tables, and case studies, this book provides a comprehensive resource for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of renal pathophysiology and its clinical management. For scientists and researchers, the book fills a crucial gap by providing a comprehensive resource on renal pathophysiology, covering both glomerular and tubular dysfunctions, thus offering valuable insights and the latest advancements in nephrology research. For clinicians, it serves as an essential reference, offering extensive information on relevant biochemical markers for disease diagnosis, providing practical guidance to enhance clinical practice and improve patient outcomes.

  • Encyclopedia of Agriculture and Food Systems

    • 3rd Edition
    • Peter Alexander
    • English
    Encyclopedia of Agriculture and Food Systems 3rd Edition, Six-volume set addresses important issues by examining topics of global agriculture and food systems that are key to understanding the challenges we face. Questions it addresses include:Will we be able to produce enough food to meet the increasing dietary needs and wants of the additional two billion people expected to inhabit our planet by 2050?Will we be able to meet the need for so much more food while simultaneously reducing adverse environmental effects of today’s agriculture practices?Will we be able to produce the additional food using less land and water than we use now?Climate change mitigation and adaptationBiodiversi... aspectsTechnology/in... versus globalResilienceThes... are among the most important challenges that face our planet in the coming decades. The broad themes of food systems and people, agriculture and the environment, the science of agriculture, agricultural products, and agricultural production systems are covered in more than 150 separate chapters of this work. The book provides information that serves as the foundation for discussion of the food and environment challenges of the world. An international group of highly respected authors addresses these issues from a global perspective and provides the background, references, and linkages for further exploration of each of topics of this comprehensive work.

  • Handbook of Endocannabinoid Function in the Central Nervous System

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 33
    • Olivier J. Manzoni + 1 more
    • English
    Handbook of Endocannabinoid Function in the Central Nervous System, a new release in the Handbook of Behavioral Neuroscience series, offers a comprehensive, interdisciplinary approach to understanding the role of the endocannabinoid system in functions of the central nervous system. This new volume brings together the most influential and internally recognized experts in the field to provide a detailed overview of the physiological and pathophysiological roles of endocannabinoids in CNS activity. It covers the history, functional anatomy, and neurophysiology of the endocannabinoid system, moving on to assess endocannabinoid roles across human lifespans, and in behavioral control.Final sections of the book explore the use of endocannabinoids in psychiatric and neurological disorders. This is a vital resource for neuroscientists, neuropharmacologists... and neuropathologists, as well as any researcher seeking detailed discussions of brain endocannabinoid functions.

  • Brewing with Sorghum

    A Comprehensive Guide to Sorghum Beer
    • 1st Edition
    • Steve Carly Desobgo Zangue
    • English
    Brewing with Sorghum: A Comprehensive Guide to Sorghum Beer offers a one-stop shop for readers to learn about all aspects of this high-potential product. The entire process from malting sorghum to producing beer is addressed, as well as the fundamentals and theories of the process, the methods and procedures for malting sorghum, and the enzymatic alterations that take place during the malting process. The steps involved in making sorghum beer: mashing, saccharification, boiling wort, fermentation, filtration, packaging, and storage, are also covered, as well as sensory evaluation and quality control methods. Moving from background and foundational information into practical content, this book will be useful to users of various levels of knowledge and familiarity with the topic. Case studies and brand success stories, as well as information on process improvement and best practices are included throughout. Food and beverage researchers from academic, industry, and governmental settings will benefit from this resource.

  • Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecologic Surgery

    Management, Surgical Approaches, and Post-Operative Care
    • 1st Edition
    • Jennifer E Dietrich + 3 more
    • English
    Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecologic Surgery: Management, Surgical Approaches, and Post-Operative Care is an excellent and novel resource to understanding the management of adolescent gynecologic patients as written by top experts. The book offers detailed pearls of surgery and has a preoperative planning approach to abdominal, laparoscopic, and vaginal surgeries, as well as postoperative considerations. This is a comprehensive but easy-to-follow step-by-step surgical atlas for PAG surgeries organized in a historical context with the most recent research advances in the field. It provides expert views and perspectives with visuals to aid in learning useful to anyone in, or interested in, the field.

  • 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

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