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    • Superfoods

      • 1st Edition
      • October 29, 2025
      • Gulzar Ahmad Nayik + 3 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      While no single food can provide all the necessary nutrients the body needs, incorporating superfoods can be beneficial as an overall approach to a diverse and nutrient-rich diet to optimize health. Superfoods: Exploring Nutrition and Health Benefits, sheds light on the overlooked potential of certain foods for their bioactive properties and positive impact on human health. It invites readers to lean about various types of nutrient-dense foods from microgreens and Brazil nuts to camel milk and green tea and explores the relationship between their bioactivity and health. Superfoods: Exploring Nutrition and Health Benefits, assists researchers in various points in their workflow while guiding them in formulating evidence-based recommendations including dietary guidelines to improve health outcomes. Authors investigate the relationship of sustainable vs non sustainable agricultural growing practices and impact on biodiversity and also explore food safety practices and potential allergens of certain superfoods. From antioxidants and phytochemicals to sustainability and safety concerns, readers gain detailed insight to the make-up of such superfoods as ancient grains, non-dairy milks, berries, salmon, kale, beets and more.

    • 3D Printing for Biomedical Engineering

      • 1st Edition
      • October 29, 2025
      • Md Enamul Hoque + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      3D Printing for Biomedical Engineering: Additive Manufacturing Processes, Properties, and Applications combines cutting-edge research developments with fundamental concepts related to processing, properties, and applications of advanced additive manufacturing technology in the medical field. State-of-the-art 3D bioprinting techniques such as the manufacturing of mini-organs for new drug testing as an alternative to animal testing are covered, as are reverse engineering techniques for the improvement of additive manufactured biomedical products. The book starts with chapters introducing readers to currently available additive manufacturing techniques for biomedical prototypes, along with design, development, process, and parameter considerations for these methods.Following chapters cover the mechanical, thermal, electrical, and optical properties of 3D printed biomedical prototypes. The next section of the book discusses 3D printing in different biomedical fields, such as in heart surgery, intervertebral disc implants, dentistry, facial reconstructive surgery, oral surgery, spinal surgery, and more. The book concludes with a section outlining immediate and future challenges in the field as well as related environmental and ethical issues.

    • Melatonin in Horticultural Plants

      • 1st Edition
      • October 29, 2025
      • Muhammad Ahsan Altaf + 3 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      • eBook
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      Melatonin in Horticultural Plants: A Multifunctional Molecule for Abiotic Stress Tolerance consolidates insights from leading experts on the morphological, physiological, and biochemical processes triggered by the application of melatonin, ultimately resulting in enhanced crop tolerance to abiotic stresses.This book provides an in-depth analysis of various abiotic stressors affecting horticultural crops, detailing how they impact plant growth and development, from seedling establishment to senescence, as well as their influence on yield and quality. It explores how melatonin regulates these responses through chemical signaling and highlights its role in coordinating signal transduction pathways at physiological, biochemical, and molecular levels, offering a comprehensive understanding of its potential in agriculture.Beyond its theoretical foundations, the volume considers how these findings can be translated into real-world strategies. This includes practical approaches such as the use of biostimulants, hormones, novel chemicals, and microorganisms to effectively harness melatonin’s benefits in horticultural production. Designed to support researchers, plant biologists, and horticulturists, it aims to foster innovation and facilitate sustainable advancements in horticultural science, contributing to the development of resilient crops capable of thriving despite changing climate conditions and disruptive anthropogenic activities.

    • A Complete Guide to Atrial Abnormalities

      • 1st Edition
      • October 28, 2025
      • Manuel Martínez-Sellés
      • English
      • Paperback
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      A Complete Guide to Atrial Abnormalities: From Computational Analysis to Clinical Applications provides background on all atrial conditions, helps clinicians differentiate between the main atrial diseases, and illustrates the clinical implications of each. Research into atrial dysfunctions has stalled in recent years. However, this book presents important research and prognostic information on the different types of atrial disorders. These include: Interatrial block; Atrial Dyssynchrony; Atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter; Bayés syndrome; Atrial enlargement; Atrial failure.This book further illuminates atrial involvement in all heart conditions, including cardiogenetic diseases, channelopathies and cardiomyopathies. As population aging increases the epidemic of cardiovascular disease, correct assessment of specific atrial diseases is even more essential in providing patients the best possible care in every situation. A Complete Guide to Atrial Abnormalities: From Computational Analysis to Clinical Applications includes computer-based analyses which cover how targeted, personalized care using big data might improve diagnosis, treatment therapies, and prevention of atrial abnormalities. These innovations include increased understanding of rhythm/rate control, risk of stroke, drugs, structure, imaging, and devices. This book is indispensable in understanding the complex interplay between atrial diseases and overall cardiovascular health.

    • Techniques and Protocols in Molecular Biology

      • 1st Edition
      • October 28, 2025
      • Buddhi Prakash Jain
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Techniques and Protocols in Molecular Biology delivers detailed practical guidance for a variety of molecular techniques and procedures. Each chapter focuses on a different technique including isolation techniques for DNA and RNA, gene cloning, PCR, ELISA, and cell culture. These protocols include a detailed description of the technique along with the main principles, required equipment, and comprehensive steps to assist researchers with replicating the protocol and performing the techniques themselves.This foundational reference is essential for students and researchers looking to enhance their understanding of key molecular techniques and reproduce them successfully in their own laboratory work.

    • Bioactive Components for Functional Foods

      • 1st Edition
      • October 28, 2025
      • Celestino Santos-Buelga + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Bioactive Components for Functional Foods defines each chemical family of bioactives and collects many of the functional components described in foods and their implications on nutrition and health. It also discusses non-phytochemical components, such as probiotics, bioactive peptides, and fatty acids and their relationship to health. Readers will learn about the metabolism and bioavailability of bioactives, interactions with gut microbiota, interactions of probiotics as food ingredients with other food components, and more.Readers will also find the latest marketing and regulatory issues for functional foods while learning about future trends of micro and nanoencapsulation, delivery systems, and nutraceuticals.

    • Marine Biotechnology for Healthcare

      • 1st Edition
      • October 28, 2025
      • Maushmi S. Kumar + 4 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Marine Biotechnology for Healthcare: Advances and Biomedical Applications offers a comprehensive exploration of recent research and advancements within marine biotechnology, with a particular focus on healthcare applications. The book identifies and elaborates on various marine compounds, delving into their sources and potential in the biomedical industry. Organized into four sections, it provides a structured approach to the subject matter. The first section provides an overview of marine biotechnology and identifies potential sources of marine compounds. The second and third sections discuss marine-based nutraceuticals, functional foods, and bioactive compounds as therapeutic agents. The fourth section explores the application of marine components in the biomedical industry, examining their use in biosensors, medical implants, diagnostic kits, and biomaterials preparation. This resource is invaluable for professionals engaged in marine biotechnology and the development of marine-derived compounds.

    • Footwear Innovation

      • 1st Edition
      • October 28, 2025
      • Kamalpreet Sandhu + 4 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Footwear Innovation: From Conceptual Design through to Advanced Manufacturing Techniques is an essential guide for understanding technological advancements in the footwear industry. The book offers a detailed exploration into foot biomechanics, deformities, and machine learning's role in identifying users' needs. It serves as a comprehensive resource for footwear designers, manufacturers, and entrepreneurs. The book is divided into six parts: foot problems and biomechanics; ideation and design methodologies; advanced tools like Reverse Engineering, CAD/CAS/CAE, Augmented/Virtual Reality, and Artificial Intelligence; manufacturing technologies including 3D printing and robotics; risk assessment and usability testing; and finally, sustainability and entrepreneurship in footwear innovation.

    • Extrusion and Size Change Processes in the Food Industry

      • 1st Edition
      • October 27, 2025
      • Seid Mahdi Jafari + 1 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Extrusion and Size Change Processes in the Food Industry, a volume in the Unit Operations and Processing Equipment in the Food Industry series, details the necessary processing operations and equipment for extruding various food products, including cereal-based items, confectionary, and protein-based foods. The book is divided into three sections: extrusion operations, size reduction processes, and size enlargement techniques, with each presenting fundamental content relating to experimental, theoretical, computational, and practical applications of food engineering principles and relevant processing equipment.Written by food engineering experts in a straightforward and engaging manner, this book targets industrial engineers involved in food processing and manufacturing. The aim is to familiarize them with specific food processing operations and equipment. Each chapter emphasizes practical applications of food engineering principles, making it a valuable resource for those in the food industry. By providing comprehensive insights into extrusion and size change unit operations, the book serves as an essential guide for optimizing food production processes and ensuring efficient use of equipment.

    • The Immunology of the Pig

      • 1st Edition
      • October 27, 2025
      • Ian R. Tizard
      • English
      • Paperback
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      The Immunology of the Pig is a comprehensive and detailed exploration of the immune systems of domestic pigs, offering an invaluable resource for researchers, veterinarians, and students in the fields of immunology, veterinary medicine, and biomedical science. This text covers both the innate and adaptive immune systems of pigs, highlighting the unique features that make them an excellent model for human immune system studies. By examining the applied immunity of pigs, including available vaccines and immune-mediated diseases, this book addresses a critical need for understanding porcine immunology in both agricultural and biomedical contexts. The book is meticulously structured to cover a wide range of topics. It begins with the evolutionary origins and domestication of pigs, providing a historical context that enriches the understanding of their immune systems. Subsequent chapters explore key aspects of porcine immunology, including piglet ontogeny, reproduction, and lactation; innate immunity; hematology; cytokine functions; antigen processing cells; and lymphoid organs. Detailed discussions on the major histocompatibility complex, innate lymphoid cells, B and T cell systems, and immunity on body surfaces offer a thorough insight into the complex mechanisms at play. Additionally, the text addresses the microbiota's role, vaccination strategies, and immunity to various bacterial, viral, and parasitic diseases, rounding out a holistic view of porcine immune health.The Immunology of the Pig is an essential reference for anyone involved in veterinary science, immunology, or biomedical research. It provides a deep dive into the pig's immune system, presenting a wealth of information that is both scientifically rigorous and practically applicable. By understanding the parallels between porcine and human immune systems, researchers can leverage this knowledge to advance medical science, particularly in the areas of xenotransplantation and disease modeling. This book is a vital tool for advancing our understanding of immunology and improving health outcomes for both pigs and humans.

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