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Books in Life sciences

  • Structural Studies of Amyloid-Forming Peptides

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 729
    • April 1, 2026
    • English
    Structural Study of Amyloid-β, Volume 729 in the Methods in Enzymology series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters on important topics such as the Extraction of Amyloids from Neurodegenerative Disease Tissues for Structural Analysis, Cryo-EM Structure Determination of Amyloid Fibrils: Methodology, Insights, and Practical Tools, Methods for studying molecular architecture of Ab aggregates in tissues using cryo-ET, Cryo-EM methods to study binding between amyloid fibrils and chemical compounds or ligan, Dynamics studies of side-chains and hydration shells in amyloid-beta fibrils using deuterium and oxygen-17 solid-state NMR, and much more.Additional chapters cover the Technical aspects of pressure jump NMR applied to the study of Abeta and protein oligomerization, Characterizations of the beta-amyloid-membran... interaction intermediates, Time-resolved solid-state NMR studies of oligomer formation, Methods for characterizing the individual filament structures of amyloid peptide assemblies using atomic force microscopy, Single-molecule fluorescence spectroscopy and imaging on heterogeneous amyloid beta aggregation, Two-dimensional FT-IR methods on amyloid aggregation and folding pathways, and much more.
  • Non-Native Species

    Understanding the Impacts on Ecosystems and Societies
    • 1st Edition
    • April 1, 2026
    • Andrei Alyokhin
    • English
    Presently, virtually no areas on Earth remain sheltered from the arrival and establishment of non-native plants, insects, and animals, in large part due to human activities. Failure to address this issue may have dire consequences, including disruption of vital ecological processes, loss of agricultural, forestry, and fishery resources, and even serious disease epidemics within human populations. At the same time, most non-native species are not invasive, and attempts to eradicate them may themselves result in environmental, economic, and even social damage. Non-Native Species: Understanding the Impacts on Ecosystems and Societies provides a comprehensive introduction to the issues surrounding invasion biology, which is a prominent, but sometimes controversial, area of applied biology. It will cover the mechanisms of natural and human-mediated biological invasions, their consequences from ecological, economic, political, and ethical perspectives, and discuss management options available for prevention and/or mitigation of the negative impacts of invasive species.Written by an entomologist who studies invasive insects and plants and has spent over 20 years teaching a course on biological invasions, Non-Native Species: Understanding the Impacts on Ecosystems and Societies offers anecdotes, insights, and case studies from the author’s own work and research. This book is an ideal reference for early career researchers with an interest in invasion ecology, or an ideal course companion for students at the undergraduate and graduate levels enrolled in courses on invasive species, non-native species, or biological invasions, particularly those who plan to major, minor, or concentrate in entomology.
  • 2D and 3D Cellular Screening Models and AI Guided Analysis

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 204
    • April 1, 2026
    • English
    2D and 3D Cellular Screening Models and AI Guided Analysis, Volume 204 explores the development, application, and comparative benefits of 2D monolayer cultures and 3D organoids, spheroids, and tissue-engineered constructs for biomedical research and drug discovery. Chapters in this new release include High throughput CellTiter-glo viability assessment, Assessing viability of cancer cell spheroids in 3D drug screening, 3D killing assay of cancer spheroids by cytotoxic T lymphocytes in anchored microfluidic droplets, Use of micropatterning for 3D cell culture, Use of microfluidic chip devices for assessing the effect of radiation on 3D cell culture models, and much more.Additional chapters cover A 3D model for assessing regulated cell death modalities, YOLO detection model for Cell Viability assessment, Bioinformatics and AI/ML approaches using multi-omics data to accelerate diagnosis and delivery of precision care, Automated image analysis and machine learning for the assessment of mitochondrial membrane potential, Assessing cancer cell heterogeneity in patient-derived tumoroids, Assessment of lysosomal drug sequestration and release using fluorescence microscopy, Assessment of T cell toxicity in ex-vivo models of cancer, Three-dimensional Organoid Screening using Leica Thunder Microscope, Using vascularized organoids-on-chip for assessing systemic drug delivery, and many more interesting and timely topics.
  • Role of Nanocarriers in Management of Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma

    • 1st Edition
    • March 31, 2026
    • Bhupendra G. Prajapati + 1 more
    • English
    Role of Nanocarriers in Management of Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma is a pivotal resource that explores the transformative impact of nanotechnology on the diagnosis, treatment, and management of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma (NHL). This comprehensive guide bridges the gap between innovative research and clinical application, focusing on advancements in polymeric nanoparticles, lipid carriers, carbon nanotubes, and immunotherapy approaches. The book provides an in-depth analysis of current technologies and future directions in integrating nanocarriers into NHL management. Each chapter offers evidence-based insights and mechanisms of action, emphasizing the synergy between immunotherapy, precision medicine, and nanotechnology. This resource benefits its academic audience by equipping healthcare professionals with innovative strategies to improve treatment outcomes and inspiring researchers to explore novel therapeutic pathways. By fostering interdisciplinary collaboration among oncologists, pharmaceutical developers, and nanotechnology experts, the book ultimately guides future research to enhance patient care in the rapidly evolving field of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma management.
  • Sensory Approaches to Mental Health Practice

    • 1st Edition
    • March 27, 2026
    • Tawanda Machingura + 1 more
    • English
    Sensory Approaches to Mental Health Practice explores the latest research on various targeted sensory programs, including case studies for clinical applications. Offering different sections on theory and structured frameworks, it covers various topics such as the polyvagal theory, occupational behavior theory, and trauma informed care, both in research and in clinical applications. This book provides readers with the knowledge, skills, and tools based on sensory approaches that will be effective to use with their clients in various situations and settings.
  • Methods in Consumer Research, Volume 1

    Theoretical and Practical aspects
    • 2nd Edition
    • March 27, 2026
    • Gaston Ares + 1 more
    • English
    Methods in Consumer Research, Volume 1: Theoretical and Practical aspects, Second Edition, brings together the world’s leading experts in global consumer research who provide a fully comprehensive state-of-the-art coverage of advances in methods in consumer science.The new edition, thoroughly revised and updated, touches on the latest developments in consumer behavior. It includes a theoretical overview of consumer behavior, followed by a detailed description of qualitative techniques, including coverage of focus groups, projective techniques, ethnography, and social media. Quantitative methods are also addressed from both an explicit and implicit perspective. A section specifically delves into physiological measurements, such as eye-tracking, facial reading, and fMRI.In conjunction with the second volume, which covers specific applications, this book is an invaluable reference for academics working in the fields of sensory and consumer science, psychology, marketing, and nutrition. Through examples of the methodologies being applied throughout, it serves as a practical guide to practitioners in both the public and private sector.
  • Telehealth in Movement Disorders

    Principles, Strategies, Applications, and New Directions
    • 1st Edition
    • March 27, 2026
    • Wael Mohamed + 2 more
    • English
    The COVID-19 pandemic forced the world to pause and reevaluate how we operate specifically in medicine, shifting to telemedicine and telehealth. Integrating telemedicine and telehealth into the healthcare system enables patient safety and has been proven beneficial to medical and surgical practices including patient primary care. Telehealth in Movement Disorder: Principles, Strategies, Applications, and New Directions provides guidance on how to deliver clinical assessment and treatment to movements disorders patients through telemedicine. This book is divided into three distinct sections. The first section reviews general principles including strategies, standards, policies, and ethical aspects. The second section explores how telemedicine can be integrated into diagnosis, treatment, and care of patients with movement disorders including the use of new AI technologies. The final section discusses the integration and application of telemedicine in developing countries, including challenges and future opportunities.
  • Clinical Diseases, Production, and Management of Cattle

    • 1st Edition
    • March 27, 2026
    • Tanmoy Rana
    • English
    Clinical Diseases, Production, and Management of Cattle is an essential reference that extensively covers the health, care, and management of cattle. This comprehensive guide begins with general considerations of cattle care and production, progresses into specific practices for calf care, and culminates in a broad examination of cattle diseases—from common to rare, mild to severe. The book includes preventative measures, diagnostic procedures, and treatments for diseases. It is an invaluable resource for industry professionals, animal agriculture researchers, and veterinarians looking to deepen their understanding of cattle health and disease prevention.
  • Mathematical Concepts and Methods in Modern Biology

    Using Modern Discrete Models
    • 2nd Edition
    • March 27, 2026
    • Raina Robeva
    • English
    Mathematical Concepts and Methods in Modern Biology: Using Modern Discrete Models, Second Edition presents an updated, quantitative framework for analyzing, predicting, and modulating complex biological systems. Structured around project-based learning and problem-solving, it integrates essential mathematical concepts and methods in the context of key biological questions. Topics include gene regulatory and neuronal networks, CpG islands, plant population growth, interacting populations, phylogenetics, and phylogenomics. Modeling tools span discrete dynamical systems (including deterministic and stochastic Boolean networks), ordinary differential equations, projection matrices, agent-based modeling, polynomial ideals, Gröbner bases, tropical algebra, and other algebraic approaches. Computation is supported by a range of software tools, including some developed for this book, as well as open source, freely available, and proprietary platforms. Updated code examples and step-by-step instructions illustrate software use, making this a valuable resource for health professionals, scientists, researchers, and students in related fields.
  • Natural Language Processing for Healthcare

    The Rise of Intelligent Assistants
    • 1st Edition
    • March 27, 2026
    • Laxmi Shaw + 2 more
    • English
    Natural Language Processing for Healthcare: The Rise of Intelligent Assistants addresses the critical gap between cutting-edge AI research and its practical applications in healthcare, offering an accessible guide tailored to the unique challenges of medical environments. It highlights how NLP technologies are revolutionizing patient care, medical documentation, and clinical decision-making while emphasizing ethical, legal, and interoperability considerations. Structured into four sections, the book begins by laying foundational knowledge in NLP and healthcare data, covering concepts such as tokenization, medical ontologies like UMLS and SNOMED CT, machine learning models, including BioBERT and ClinicalBERT, and emerging impacts of large language models like GPT.The applications section explores real-world implementations of intelligent assistants, such as virtual health chatbots, clinical documentation tools, conversational AI for patient engagement, and voice recognition integrated into electronic health records. Technical chapters provide insights into system architectures, evaluation metrics, data privacy, security, and interoperability standards like FHIR. The final section looks ahead to future directions including multilingual NLP, federated learning for privacy preservation, and the evolving landscape of AI-driven healthcare assistants. This book is an indispensable resource for a broad audience.