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    • Ovarian Cancer

      Disease, Diagnosis, and Treatment
      • 1st Edition
      • Bhupendra G. Prajapati + 2 more
      • English
      By providing a comprehensive overview of current research findings, emerging therapies, and clinical practices, Ovarian Cancer: Disease, Diagnosis and Treatment is an invaluable resource. It will not only enhance the understanding of ovarian cancer's complex biology among professionals but also guide them in applying this knowledge to improve patient outcomes The book delivers the key knowledge and information needs faced by the audience center around understanding the latest advances in the underlying pathogenesis and treatment of ovarian cancer. This encompasses a broad spectrum of requirements, from grasping the molecular and genetic factors driving ovarian cancer development to staying updated on the latest therapeutic strategies, including targeted therapies and immunotherapies. In 19 chapters Ovarian Cancer: Disease, Diagnosis and Treatment gives a timely and comprehensive coverage of advances in ovarian cancer therapy, particularly highlighting the development and utilization of Nanotheranostics technologies. This focus not only addresses a crucial and cutting-edge area of cancer treatment but also positions the book as a forward- thinking resource that delves into the potential of Nanotheranostics to revolutionize cancer diagnostics and therapy.Ovarian Cancer: Disease, Diagnosis and Treatment targets a specialized audience within the medical and scientific community, focusing on obstetricians and gynecologists, oncologists, cancer researchers, and importantly, patients with ovarian cancer. This audience selection underscores the project's dual aim of advancing scientific knowledge and directly benefiting patient care in the realm of ovarian cancer, bridging the gap between research, clinical application, and patient advocacy.

    • Artificial Intelligence in e-Health Framework, Volume 2

      Telemedicine Applications, Drug Delivery, Augmented Reality, and Robotics
      • 1st Edition
      • Sudip Paul + 1 more
      • English
      Artificial Intelligence in e-health Framework, Volume Two: Telemedicine Applications, Drug Delivery, Augmented Reality, and Robotics offers a comprehensive exploration of AI’s role in enhancing medical solutions. Through a focus on machine learning, deep learning, and their practical applications, this book aims to bridge the gap between theoretical advancements and real-world healthcare implementations. In addition to telemedicine advancements, the book explores AI-driven drug discovery, virtual and augmented reality innovations, robotics in medicine, and radiotherapy applications. It serves as an indispensable resource for professionals, researchers, and students eager to deepen their understanding of AI's contributions to modern healthcare.

    • Cancer Theranostics, Second Edition

      • 2nd Edition
      • Xiaoyuan Chen + 2 more
      • English
      Cancer Theranostics, Second Edition provide updates on new molecular imaging probes and techniques for early detection of cancer and describes molecular imaging-guided cancer therapy. Discussions also include nanoplatforms, incorporating both cancer imaging and therapeutic components, as well as clinical translation and future perspectives. New to this edition is the inclusion of recent developments and a streamlined structure that leads the reader through the content more intuitively, from problem to solution. More illustrations of different forms of cancer theranostics​ are included, and this edition also contains completely new content on DNA and RNA theranostics. In addition, new case studies are featured.This new edition is published in time to meet the needs of medical researchers in a comprehensive manner, encompassing diagnostics, in vivo imaging and its use for image-guided therapy, and a variety of other miscellaneous subjects. This book is a must-have for all research scientists, medical physicists, and physician scientists in cancer experimental therapeutics and molecular imaging.

    • ​​Environmental Greenness and Cardiovascular Health​

      • 1st Edition
      • William W. Aitken
      • English
      Environmental Greenness and Cardiovascular Health provides a comprehensive understanding of how environmental factors, particularly green spaces, impact cardiovascular health. The book bridges environmental science and medical research, offering insights into how greenness contributes to the prevention and management of cardiovascular diseases.Environment... Greenness and Cardiovascular Health begins with an introduction to cardiovascular disease and environmental factors, followed by discussions on defining and measuring greenness, historical perspectives, and the physiological and psychological benefits of green spaces. It also covers urban planning, disparities in access to green spaces, longitudinal studies, future research directions, and policy implications. Environmental Greenness and Cardiovascular Health benefits researchers, medical practitioners, urban planners, and policymakers by providing the latest methodologies, practical examples, and policy recommendations. It serves as an essential resource for understanding the intersection of environment and health, promoting informed strategies for improving cardiovascular health through environmental interventions.

    • Kratom

      History, Science and Therapeutic Potential
      • 1st Edition
      • Jack E. Henningfield + 2 more
      • English
      Kratom: History, Science and Therapeutic Potential is the first book to address the unregulated, widespread availability of kratom, with its weak opioid and stimulant effects, coupled with limited awareness of it by healthcare professionals. Kratom has great therapeutic utility and medicinal potential, but more study, caution, and possible regulation is needed. It discusses geographical sourcing, historical uses, current worldwide uses, and potential for treatment of other medical conditions. Most exciting for healthcare professionals will be the implications of this substance's potential for treatment of diseases like depression, ADHD, PTSD, and substance-use disorder, particularly opioid use disorder (OUD).Moreover, kratom and its active alkaloid mitragynine are getting remarkable attention at federal and local governments as more than eight million Americans consume this product annually. Yet, the paucity of information for researchers and clinicians is troublesome.

    • Bioprospecting of Natural Pigments in Human Health

      • 1st Edition
      • Siva Ramamoorthy + 1 more
      • English
      Bioprospecting of Natural Pigments in Human Health provides a comprehensive overview of the therapeutic potential of these compounds. Covering the main pigment classes sourced from plants, algae, and microbes, the book is organized around the applications to specific diseases and conditions. With chapters on the anti-cancer, antidiabetic, anti-microbial, anti-inflammatory, anti-aging effects, cardioprotective and neuroprotective agents, the book covers the molecular biology principles of action, as well as bioavailability and structure. This is the ideal reference for academic researchers interested in natural products pharmacology. It is also beneficial for the academic and corporate researchers in food sciences and the nutraceutical industries.

    • Next-Generation Cereal-Based Foods and Beverages: Breakthroughs in Technology, Sustainability, and Health

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 117
      • English
      Next-Generation Cereal-Based Foods and Beverages: Breakthroughs in Technology, Sustainability, and Health, Volume 117 offers an in-depth examination of the latest advancements in cereal science, processing techniques, and health-oriented applications. This volume gathers insights from global experts, focusing on functional ingredient development, foodomics, and novel analytical methods aimed at improving nutritional quality, safety, and sensory features of cereal-based products. The book delves into breakthroughs in extrusion, fermentation, and milling technologies, emphasizing the significance of non-starch carbohydrates, bioactive compounds, and plant-based protein alternatives in driving sustainable food systems.It also covers consumer behavior, regulatory issues, and industry challenges, making it an essential resource for scientists, food industry professionals, and policymakers committed to creating the next generation of health-enhancing and environmentally friendly cereal foods and beverages.

    • Edible Oil Blends

      Chemistry, Functionality, and Health Aspects
      • 1st Edition
      • Mohamed Fawzy Ramadan
      • English
      Edible Oil Blends: Chemistry, Functionality and Health Aspects, gives readers insight into the advantages of blending traditional and non-traditional oils for optimal nutrition and enhanced product development. The book sheds light on how the intricate concoctions of triacylglycerol, phospholipids, carotenoids, antioxidants and fatty acids can improve nutrition and contemporary food applications.Edible Oil Blends: Chemistry, Functionality and Health Aspects, demonstrates how blended oils stemming from olive, coconut, sunflower, soybean, sesame, grapeseed and more, can alter an oil's' chemical composition for increased cooking stability, enhanced sensory characteristics and more desirable ratios of saturated, mono-and poly-unsaturated and essential fatty acids. Each chapter highlights a specific oil and discusses the bioactive compounds, physiochemical properties, biological properties and the economic value of each.

    • Mitochondrial Signaling and Regulation

      Immune Responses and Diseases
      • 1st Edition
      • Seyyed Shamsadin Athari + 1 more
      • English
      Mitochondrial Signaling and Regulation: Immune Responses and Diseases delves into the latest research on molecular pathophysiology mechanisms and cell signaling pathways in the pathogenesis of diseases via mitochondrial regulation. This comprehensive study underscores the importance of mitochondria in cellular processes and their role in disease development. Early chapters discuss the crucial role, regulation, and crosstalk of mitochondria, highlighting their significance in maintaining cellular health. The exploration of mitochondria mutations and mitochondria-related diseases follows, providing a detailed understanding of the genetic aspects involved.Final chapters focus on mitochondria's involvement in immune responses and allegro-inflammation... presenting the intricate connections between mitochondrial function and the immune system. The book also explores the use of biotechnology in developing new treatments and targeted therapies against mitochondrial dysfunction. This resource sets the foundation for new classifications, prevention methods, therapies, and treatments of mitochondria-related diseases, making it invaluable for scientists and researchers dedicated to this field.

    • Seafood 4.0

      Digital, Physical, and Biological Innovations from Sea to Table
      • 1st Edition
      • Abdo Hassoun + 1 more
      • English
      Seafood 4.0: Digital, Physical, and Biological Innovations From Sea to Table serves as a comprehensivesource of information about the fourth industrial revolution (Industry 4.0) innovations and relevanttechnologies used in fisheries, aquaculture, and the seafood industry. The book is divided into fivesections, each exploring recent groundbreaking innovations and technological advances that enhanceseafood quality, safety, and traceability. These advancements hold strong potential to reduce seafoodwaste and production costs while simultaneously improving marine sustainability, enabling effectivemanagement of this valuable food resource across the entire seafood value chain from sea to table.The chapters address the current challenges and future research directions needed to accelerate theadoption of Industry 4.0 technologies in the seafood sector. Additionally, the book sets the stage forthe next wave of innovation, paving the way for the future revolution of Seafood 5.0.Promoting multidisciplinary collaboration and accelerating the adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies,this book highlights how these innovations can lead to smart production, processing, supply chainmanagement, and consumer engagement, making it a valuable resource for anyone involved in theseafood supply chain, from production to consumption.

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