Books in Life sciences

Bioinformatics Essentials

1st Edition
July 1, 2025
Syed Mudasir Ahmad + 2 more
English
Paperback
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Encompassing the foundational principles to advanced methodologies, Bioinformatics Essentials: Core Principles and Techniques offers a panoramic view of bioinformatics. It embarks on a journey that spans genes and genomes, sequence analysis, comparative genomics, functional genomics, and the exciting domain of protein structures and drug design. Spread over 3 parts and 7 chapters, the book describes the basic concepts in bioinformatics, genomic analysis, and ligand-based and structure-based drug designs. Each chapter is imbued with real-world context, demonstrating the practical implications of bioinformatics. Case studies, examples, and hands-on guides bridge the gap between theory and application, enabling readers to translate knowledge into tangible results. It fosters a holistic understanding of bioinformatics as an interdisciplinary field, acknowledges the evolving nature of bioinformatics, and prepares the readers for the future. Discussions on emerging trends, cutting-edge tools, and potential directions in the field of bioinformatics equip readers to stay at the forefront of advancements. Insights from both biology and computational science converge to provide a well-rounded perspective on the complex biological systems. While designed as a comprehensive guide for learners, the book also serves as a valuable reference for professionals seeking to deepen their understanding, refine their skills, and explore new avenues within bioinformatics.

Deep Learning Assessment of Neurological Imaging

1st Edition
July 1, 2025
Tripti Goel + 3 more
English

"Deep Learning Assessment of Neurological Imaging" provides an introduction to deep learning structures and pre-processing methods for detecting MRI anomalies. It also provides a comprehensive account of deep learning research on MRI images for Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and schizophrenia, and a discussion on current research issues and future objectives. The book is a valuable resource to guide new entrants in the field to make a meaningful impact in their development efforts. The book concludes with a brief overview of the problems discussed and potential future advancements in the field.

Climate Change and Disability

1st Edition
July 1, 2025
Marcalee Alexander + 2 more
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Until recently, little attention has been paid to the plight of persons with disabilities during extreme weather events and/or natural disasters. Little attention has also been paid to the special needs of children with disabilities growing up in a changing world and the elderly who may rely on others for their day-to-day needs. Climate Change and Disability: A Collaborative Approach to a Sustainable Future delineates the general and specific risks of climate change for persons with disabilities and how we can use accessible approaches to mitigate, adapt and control these risks, while maximizing opportunities for persons living with disabilities. The book opens with an introduction on how we got here. The next chapters cover the framework for research and policy, the physiologic impact of different disabilities, and an overview of specific continents and countries; where hot issues related to climate change exist. Education and advocacy are covered in detail, and the book wraps up with a section on action and research, detailing how to respond to extreme weather events, including how various types of disabilities are impacted by different events. Climate Change and Disability: A Collaborative Approach to a Sustainable Future serves as a guide for a broad audience at the crossroads of environmental adaptation and human health. Rehabilitation physicians as well as physical and occupational therapists will find it valuable for tailoring care for people with disabilities due to climate change. Advocates and individuals with disabilities will gain insight into advocacy for inclusive policies and personal preparedness. Physicians and social scientists interested in the health and societal impacts of climate change will find it useful in informing their practices and research. Policymakers and politicians can utilize this resource to develop equitable climate strategies, ensuring that environmental justice includes those who are most vulnerable.

The Microbiome in Cancer and Autoimmunity - Part A

1st Edition
Volume 394
July 1, 2025
Manisha Singh
English
Hardback
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eBook
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Microbiome in Cancer and Autoimmunity - Part A, Volume 394 offers a comprehensive exploration of the intricate relationship between the human microbiome and the development of cancer and autoimmune diseases. Delving into cutting-edge research and clinical insights, this groundbreaking work elucidates the role of microbial communities in influencing immune responses, disease pathways, and therapeutic outcomes. From deciphering the molecular mechanisms underlying microbiome-host interactions to unraveling the impact of dysbiosis on disease progression, the book provides a multifaceted analysis of the microbiome's pivotal role in cancer and autoimmunity.With contributions from leading experts in the field, this book serves as a pivotal resource for researchers, clinicians, and healthcare professionals seeking to understand and harness the therapeutic potential of the microbiome in combating cancer and autoimmune conditions.

Emerging Trends in Medical Robotics

1st Edition
July 1, 2025
Parveen Kumar + 2 more
English

Emerging Trends in Medical Robotics: Technologies, Innovations and Applications, a new volume in the Medical Robots and Devices: New Developments and Advances series, provides an overview of medical robotics, including fundamentals, a bibliometrics review, and essential elements. Other sections delve into emerging technologies such as the Internet of Medical Robots Things (IoMRT), artificial intelligence-driven medical robots, robotic cyber-physical systems, cybersecurity considerations, and the integration of digital twin technology.Final sections explore various applications of medical robots in surgery, healthcare management, diagnostics imaging, pharmacy and medication dispensing, hospital logistics, ethical considerations, future prospects, and challenges in the field.

Fruit Microbiome

1st Edition
July 1, 2025
Ajay Kumar + 3 more
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Fruit Microbiome: Emerging Aspects in Postharvest Disease Management covers all areas of microbial ecology and serves as a basis for innovative methods of microbiome engineering and the incorporation of probiotics on fruit nutritional quality. Emphasizing the latest advancements in the fruit microbiome and applications in biocontrol perspectives, the book includes advanced and recent insights into the development of microbial pesticides that will be helpful for those seeking ways to protect and improve plant health and yield protection.Phyto-mic... plays a crucial role in maintaining the health and productivity of all plants, including fruit plants whose yield contributes to global food security. Fruit also harbors numerous microbial communities as an epiphytes or endophytes, and theses microbes play a vital role in protecting them from pathogen invasion during pre-or- postharvest storage. Further, the development and commercialization of several biocontrol products derived from fruits microbiome have proven relevant in broader plant disease management.

Neurotoxicity of Solvents

1st Edition
Volume 14
July 1, 2025
Christoph van Thriel
English
Hardback
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eBook
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Neurotoxicity of Solvents, Volume Fourteen highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters on a variety of timely topics, including the Effect of toluene on memory: A focus on humans, experimental models and treatment approaches, Neurotoxicological Mechanisms of Ethanol, Neurobehavioral Aspects and Methodology of Solvents, Organic solvents and neurodegenerative diseases: exploring a possible link, Neurotoxicity of propylene ethers, An ecotoxicological view on solvents neurotoxicity, and The olfactory system as a target of solvent toxicity.

Primary Brain Tumors in Adults: Advances in Mechanistic Understanding, Evaluation, and Management

1st Edition
Volume 166
July 1, 2025
Paul B. Fisher + 4 more
English
Hardback
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eBook
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Primary Brain Tumors in Adults: Advances in Mechanistic Understanding, Evaluation, and Management, Volume 166 in the Advances in Cancer Research series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters on a variety of timely topics, including Molecular drivers in primary brain tumor formation, Novel CSF pathways in the glioma (DIPG), Volumetric analysis in low grade gliomas and other advanced MR imaging techniques, Liquid biopsy in the diagnosis of primary brain tumors, Intraoperative imaging techniques to improve tumor detection, and much more.Additional chapters focus on Supramaximal resection in primary brain tumors, Radiotherapeutic approaches: IMRT, re-irradiation, Molecularly driven therapies in the treatment of primary brain tumors, and Changes in the immune microenvironment and immunotherapeutic strategies in the treatment of gliomas.

Advances in Applied Microbiology

1st Edition
Volume 131
July 1, 2025
Geoffrey M. Gadd + 1 more
English
Hardback
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Advances in Applied Microbiology, Volume 131 continues the comprehensive reach of this widely read and authoritative review source in microbiology where users will find invaluable references and information on a variety of areas relating to the topics of microbiology.

Genomics-Guided Natural Products Discovery

1st Edition
Volume 717
July 1, 2025
Douglas A Mitchell
English
Hardback
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eBook
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Genomics-Guided Natural Products Discovery, Volume 717 focuses on how the genomics revolution has catalyzed a resurgence of interest in natural products research. With the explosion of new sequencing data to analyze, “genome-mining” tools have grown in sophistication. Hence, this volume captures the utility of these tools, serving as a how-to guide to lower the entry barrier for newcomers. Topics covered in this new release include Merging RODEO with genomic enzymology workflows to guide RiPP discovery, Exploring Ribosomally Synthesized and Post-translationally Modified Peptides through SPECO-Based Genome Mining, Genome Mining for Natural Products Made by Multinuclear Iron-dependent Oxidation Enzymes (MNIOs), and much more.Additional sections explore Genome-based discovery of polyketides generated by trans-acyltransferas... polyketide synthases, Global genome mining in fungi using FunBGCe, Plant genome mining of burpitides from fused precursor peptides, Determining biosynthetic gene cluster boundaries thru comparative bioinformatics, Genome mining for bacterial terpenoids, Bioinformatics guided synthesis of natural product cyclic peptides, Overview of Genome Mining Strategies for Natural Products Discovery, and much more.

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