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  • Comprehensive Chemistry and Biology of Coumarins Scaffold

    • 1st Edition
    • February 13, 2026
    • Shehryar Hameed + 2 more
    • English
    Comprehensive Chemistry and Biology of Coumarins Scaffold covers detailed methods and protocols to synthetize Coumarin derivatives and different applications and future perspectives for these compounds. Coumarin-Based Scaffolds plays an important role in organic, bioorganic, and medicinal chemistry as they act as a bridge between chemistry, life sciences, and biochemical investigations. Coumarin is an important scaffold for designing, generating a wide variety of chemical libraries and drug-like candidates to obtain desired therapeutic and pharmacological properties. Specific functional groups are covered as well as the synthesis of bioactive compounds against specific pathological conditions.The discovery of new coumarin-based drug candidates during the last decades has been covered to assist the pharmaceutical, bioorganic and medicinal chemists for their further research on coumarin-based molecules.

  • Hematological Insights and Clinical Implications of Platelet Functions in Lymphatic Filariasis

    • 1st Edition
    • February 13, 2026
    • Jyotsna Kailashiya
    • English
    Hematological Insights and Clinical Implications of Platelet Functions in Lymphatic Filariasis is a groundbreaking resource that delves into the impact of filarial parasites on platelet functions in humans. This comprehensive work explores the intricate signaling and immunological pathways affected by these interactions, filling a significant gap in the existing literature. The book is particularly valuable for researchers, scientists, and clinicians involved in the management and study of lymphatic filariasis, commonly known as elephantiasis; and also human platelets. With limited prior information on the interplay between human platelets and filarial parasites, this text offers a fresh perspective that could enhance patient management strategies. By understanding these interactions, healthcare professionals may unlock new avenues for effective treatment and prevention of lymphatic filariasis. This book is essential for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of the disease and contribute to its potential elimination.

  • Advances in Food and Nutrition Research

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 118
    • February 13, 2026
    • English
    Advances in Food and Nutrition Research, Volume 118 provides the latest advances on nanoformulations that can be used in the food industry, including chapters that cover important topics such as Nanoformulation Used In The Food Industry, Advances in Rapid On-Site Detection Techniques for Food Safety and Authenticity, Utilizing Artificial Intelligence to Enhance Sustainable High-Quality Food Production: Current State, Challenges, and Future Directions, Advances in High Hydrostatic Pressure Processing of Fruit and Vegetable Juicesm Functionality, Health Benefits, and Applications of Fish-Derived Hydrolysates and Peptides, and more.Additional chapters explore Maximizing the utilisation of seafood resources, A novel cooking technique for seafood: sous-vide, and Vegetable oils as a source of omega-3 fatty acids – transgenic vegetable oil.

  • Microglial Aging

    Basic, Translational and Clinical Advances
    • 1st Edition
    • February 13, 2026
    • Marie-Eve Tremblay
    • English
    Microglial Aging: Basic, Translational, and Clinical Advances explores groundbreaking research on microglial function in the context of aging. This comprehensive resource delves into the physiological roles of microglia, the effects of aging on their structure and activity, and their significance in age-related neurodegenerative diseases. With insights from basic, translational, and clinical studies, it provides a thorough understanding of microglial health and its impact on aging. The book discusses how lifestyle choices can enhance microglial functions and prevent neurodegenerative diseases. It covers both pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches, such as the ketogenic diet, cannabinoids, psychedelics, and non-invasive vagal nerve stimulation.This text is invaluable for researchers and clinicians focused on improving the quality of life for an aging population.

  • Marine Microbial Products

    Applications and Opportunities
    • 1st Edition
    • February 12, 2026
    • Sesan Abiodun Aransiola + 2 more
    • English
    Marine Microbial Products: Applications and Opportunities delves into the extensive world of marine microbes, an assemblage of organisms that contain a broad array of bioactive chemicals. Written and edited by a diverse team of environmental microbiologists, this book provides readers with a foundational understanding of marine microbial taxa, the products that may be synthesized from these organisms, technological innovations, and future directions of research. Chapters collate the most current research in healthcare, sustainability, and commercial production, presenting readers with the latest information on antibiotics, antivirals, anticancer therapeutics, immunosuppressive chemicals, bioremediation, food processing, biofertilizers, biopesticides, cosmetics, pigments, probiotics, and functional foods.The book is structured for accessibility to academic and professional audiences, spanning a variety of sectors. It is an indispensable resource for students, professors, researchers, and industry professionals in biology, biotechnology, sustainable development, food, healthcare sciences, and adjacent industries.

  • ATP

    From Neurotransmission to Cancer Therapy
    • 1st Edition
    • February 12, 2026
    • Ronald Sluyter + 5 more
    • English
    ATP: From Neurotransmission to Cancer Therapy delivers a comprehensive discussion of extracellular ATP biology and its communication role in both homeostasis and pathologic states. It explores the function of ATP across the nervous, sensory, musculoskeletal, cutaneous cardiovascular, pulmonary, gastrointestinal, urinary, reproductive, exocrine, haematopoietic and immune systems. The book considers ATP in the context of various disease states, including cardiovascular, respiratory, psychiatric, inflammatory and neurodegenerative disorders, as well as pain and sensory disorders, infectious diseases, and cancer. ATP in humans is explored alongside other species, including rodents, fish, and plants. This is the latest volume in the “Molecular Mediators in Health and Disease” series. With contributions from specialists across pharmacology, physiology, biophysics, biochemistry, immunology, anatomy, molecular biology, therapeutics, and other critical fields, this volume provides a broad and detailed overview of ATP which will be helpful to researchers working in these areas and beyond.

  • Advances in Agronomy

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 196
    • February 12, 2026
    • English
    Advances in Agronomy, Volume 196, the latest release in this leading reference on agronomy, contains a variety of updates and highlights new advances in the field, each written by an international board of authors.

  • Immuno-oncology and Immunotherapy Part G

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 202
    • February 11, 2026
    • English
    Immuno-oncology and Immunotherapy, Part G, Volume 202 in the Methods in Cell Biology series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters on a variety of timely topics, including In situ imaging of pulmonary invariant Natural Killer T cells in precision cut lung slices, Immunofluorescent microscopy to quantify and characterize chromosomal instability, Spatial techniques for understanding the tumor microenvironment, Very high-flex immunophenotyping using co-linear cytofluorometric evaluation, Large-scale CRISPR-Cas9 screens to define regulators of immune checkpoint biology, Assessment of cytoplasmic dsDNA for cellular immunogenicty, and much more.Additional sections cover Harmonization of a multiparametric flow cytometry panel for immunological monitoring on PBMC and whole blood samples: a real-life example, Quantitative assessment of arterial remodeling from confocal microscopy image analysis of the mid-gestation mouse decidua, Phenotypic characterization and function of tumor infiltrating and peripheral B cells in cancer patients, Methodological Advances to analyze Cancer-Associated Fibroblast-derived ECM effects on Macrophage Polarization, and many other topics that will be of interest to readers.

  • Tic Disorders and Tourette Syndrome

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 215
    • February 9, 2026
    • Christos Ganos + 1 more
    • English
    Tic Disorders and Tourette Syndrome is an essential resource that delves into the clinical aspects, treatments, and ongoing research related to tic disorders and Tourette syndrome. It covers a range of topics from primary to secondary and functional tics, providing differential diagnosis. The book is designed to offer foundational knowledge to neurologists, psychiatrists, neuropsychiatrists, and psychologists, while also catering to the needs of advanced readers. In addition to clinical presentations, the book discusses the epidemiology, etiology, and pathophysiology of tics, along with common neuropsychiatric comorbidities such as obsessive-compulsive disorder, ADHD, mood disorders, and intermittent explosive disorder. The volume also includes treatment options and clinical scales to evaluate tics, illustrated with video accompaniments and animal models.

  • Aquatic Waste Valorization

    Innovative Approaches and Sustainable Strategies
    • 1st Edition
    • February 3, 2026
    • Piyush Kashyap + 2 more
    • English
    Aquatic Waste Valorization: Innovative Approaches and Sustainable Strategies is a comprehensive guide for researchers and practitioners in food and environmental sciences, focusing on the critical intersection of waste management and sustainability within the aquatic food industry. The book explores the multifaceted dimensions of aquatic food industry waste, from its chemical composition and economic implications to a thorough introduction of valorization techniques for the use in functional food products and nutraceuticals. It covers emerging methodologies—includ... physical, chemical, and enzymatic processes—as well as approaches such as microbial conversion and nanotechnology, all aimed at transforming waste into valuable resources.In addition, it discusses the recovery of valuable components such as proteins, lipids, and bioactive compounds, highlighting their applications across various industries, including biofuels, bioplastics, and functional food ingredients. Through practical applications, it not only addresses the pressing issue of waste management but also presents innovative strategies to bolster both environmental and economic sustainability. Concluding sections examine global policies and regulations shaping the future of aquatic waste valorization.

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