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  • Nutritional Treatments for Liver Disease

    The Effects of Food and Plants
    • 1st Edition
    • Erika Ramos-Tovar + 1 more
    • English
    Nutritional Treatments for Liver Disease: The Effects of Food and Plants offers a comprehensive guide to leveraging nutritional science in the prevention and treatment of liver diseases. The book details the cellular and molecular mechanisms through which natural and synthetic nutritional compounds exert protective, anti-inflammatory, antifibrotic, and antiviral effects on the liver. Topics include the epidemiology of liver diseases, malnutrition complications, and the role of key bioactive compounds such as silymarin, curcumin, quercetin, coffee, and various vitamins. Designed for researchers, clinicians, nutritionists, and students, this authoritative resource combines scientific rigor with practical insights to foster advanced understanding and inspire novel therapeutic strategies.Authored by leading research experts in the fields of experimental liver disease, the effects of herbal compounds, and the pathophysiology and pharmacology of liver diseases, the book synthesizes cutting-edge research on the therapeutic efficacy of functional foods, medicinal plants, vitamins, and gut microbiota modulation for hepatic disorders.
  • Empowering Health through Lifestyle Medicine

    The Essential Guide for Preventing and Managing Chronic Disease
    • 1st Edition
    • John Anthony Stevens
    • English
    Empowering Health through Lifestyle Medicine: The Essential Guide for Preventing and Managing Chronic Disease is an evidenced-based health discipline for use by anyone in the healthcare profession including clinicians and public health and for those researching illness prevention and chronic disease management to improve health research practice and patient outcomes. Combining the best available research with personal insights and experience and using the Lifestyle Medicine 6 pillar framework, the book engages readers not only in the description and efficacy of LM but also in the knowledge, concepts and behaviours to better prevent and manage nutrition, physical activity, stress, mental health as well our interaction with the environment for a healthier, happier life.
  • Smart Approaches for Cancer Diagnosis, Therapy, and its Associated Challenges

    • 1st Edition
    • Paul A. Millner + 2 more
    • English
    Smart Approaches for Cancer Diagnosis, Therapy, and its Associated Challenges presents a comprehensive exploration of cutting-edge technologies transforming cancer care. This edited volume bridges foundational science with clinical relevance, offering insights into theranostics, nanomedicine, and molecular therapeutics. The book delves into advanced diagnostic tools such as biosensors and theranostic nanoparticles, and therapeutic innovations including peptide-drug conjugates, epigenetic modulation, and nucleic acid-based treatments. It addresses key challenges in glioblastoma, pediatric brain tumors, and drug-resistant cancers, while highlighting translational strategies that integrate diagnostics and therapy. Academics benefit from a multidisciplinary reference that supports research, fosters innovation, and enhances understanding of emerging cancer therapies. It equips researchers with the latest developments to advance precision medicine and improve patient outcomes.
  • Nature's Blueprint

    Biomimicry for Sustainable Innovation
    • 1st Edition
    • Fayaz A. Malla + 1 more
    • English
    Nature's Blueprint: Biomimicry for Sustainable Innovation explores how nature’s time-tested patterns, processes, and designs can inspire innovative solutions to today’s pressing environmental and technological challenges. This book examines the field of biomimicry and highlights the need for sustainable development and eco-friendly innovations that are aligned with ecological principles. The book is organized into three parts. The first part introduces core concepts such as learning from nature’s genius, principles and patterns of life, and the ethical dimensions of biomimicry. The second part examines structural ingenuity, energy efficiency, circular systems, water management, and biomimetic materials through detailed case studies. Finally, the third part explores resilience, sustainable agriculture, transportation, urban design, and methods for measuring success. Nature's Blueprint: Biomimicry for Sustainable Innovation is for readers seeking nature-inspired solutions to ecological challenges. It’s an essential resource for advancing sustainable development worldwide.
  • Nanomedicine for Neurological Disorders

    Design, Delivery, and Clinical Perspectives
    • 1st Edition
    • Malik Zainul Abdin + 4 more
    • English
    Nanomedicine for Neurological Disorders: Design, Delivery, and Clinical Perspectives addresses the urgent need for innovative solutions in treating complex neurological and neurodegenerative diseases. As the global burden of conditions such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, multiple sclerosis, and brain tumors continues to rise, the scientific community faces the critical challenge of safely and effectively delivering therapeutics across the blood-brain barrier. This reference meets the needs of neuroscientists, clinicians, pharmaceutical scientists, and biomedical engineers seeking advanced strategies and translational insights in neuro-nanomedicine. The contents are structured to provide a comprehensive, interdisciplinary exploration of the field. Chapters cover the anatomy and connectivity of the human brain, the global burden and mechanisms of neurological disorders, conventional and nanomedicine-based drug delivery systems, and the intricacies of the blood-brain barrier. Readers will benefit from detailed analyses of nanocarrier engineering, stability, analytical techniques, toxicological safety, regulatory challenges, and artificial intelligence-driven drug design. Real-world case studies, clinical trial data, and future outlooks are presented alongside ethical and patient-centric considerations, ensuring a holistic perspective on the evolving landscape of neuro-nanomedicine. Nanomedicine for Neurological Disorders delivers essential benefits by bridging the gap between laboratory innovation and clinical practice. It equips readers with practical knowledge, foundational advances, and visionary insights to inspire new research directions, inform better decision-making, and accelerate the development of safer, more precise treatments for brain-related disorders. This reference is an indispensable resource for researchers, clinicians, and innovators at the forefront of neurological therapeutics.
  • Protein Folding

    • 1st Edition
    • Timir Tripathi
    • English
    Protein Folding explores the fundamental and applied aspects of protein folding, misfolding, and stability in biological systems. Focusing on the biochemical principles and molecular dynamics that drive folding processes, the book provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of how proteins attain their native structures and what happens when this process goes awry. Covering diverse approaches from structural biology, biophysics, enzymology, and systems biology, the book highlights the molecular basis of folding pathways and the pathological consequences of misfolded proteins in diseases such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and cystic fibrosis. It integrates insights into chaperone function, folding kinetics, and the cellular quality control mechanisms that safeguard proteostasis. Across its chapters, the book addresses key themes including protein folding landscapes, folding intermediates, the role of cellular compartments, aggregation-prone sequences, and the impact of mutations. It also examines current methodologies for studying protein folding, including spectroscopy, calorimetry, and computational simulations, and considers emerging therapeutic strategies that target misfolding and aggregation. This book is a valuable resource for biochemists, molecular biologists, biotechnologists, enzymologists, and researchers in protein science. It supports academic researchers, postgraduate students, and pharmaceutical scientists working to understand protein behavior and develop interventions for protein misfolding diseases.
  • Oilseeds and Fats

    Trait Improvement, Processing, Properties and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Sanju Bala Dhull + 2 more
    • English
    Oilseeds and Fats: Trait Improvement, Processing, Properties and Applications covers recent developments in the areas of oilseeds production practices, breeding, and genetic improvement for sustainable production, with an emphasis on processing technologies and nutrition. The book explores eco-friendly extraction methods, waste reduction techniques, and the potential of using waste by-products for energy production or other applications. Specific sections deal with production, breeding, processing methods, composition, and consumption trends, and then delve into oilseeds and fats origin, composition, and characteristics, as well as the principles and methods involved in processing and refining these resources.Additional sections cover oilseed crops processing, properties, and application, offering insights into the utilization of oilseeds and fats to develop new products that meet consumers' evolving preferences, thus addressing environmental concerns. With increasing awareness of environmental issues and climate change, the book underscores the significance of sustainable practices in the oilseed and fats industry.
  • Marine Mammals of the World

    A Comprehensive Guide to Their Identification
    • 3rd Edition
    • Marc A. Webber + 2 more
    • English
    Marine Mammals of the World, Third Edition describes and illustrates newly discovered and rarely photographed species, making it the most comprehensive and up-to-date identification guide to all marine global mammal species. This latest edition meets the research-focused needs of marine biologists, conservation biologists, and students, as well as weekend whale-watchers and community scientists by providing an unmatched collection of new illustrations and photos brought about by related advances in digital and drone photography. This guide describes the identification features, global distribution, and basic biology of all the extant and recently extinct marine mammal species, including cetaceans, sirenians, pinnipeds, and other marine carnivores.This a vital resource for marine biologists and ecologists, as well as wildlife managers, conservation and comparative biologists, and physiologists.
  • PACAP

    From Discovery to Function
    • 1st Edition
    • David Vaudry + 1 more
    • English
    PACAP: From Discovery to Function in Health and Disease serves as a comprehensive review covering all aspects of PACAP and its receptors, from expression to function in healthy tissues and disease models. The book introduces the biochemical, pharmacological and signaling properties of PACAP before exploring the biological actions of PACAP in normal health and pathological conditions. It considers PACAP in relation to various aspects, including pain, stress, brain injury, tumor cells and neurodegenerative disease. Effect on peripheral organs is also covered, from the gastrointestinal tract and cardiovascular system to immune cells and bones, among others. Therapeutic potential is also explored. This is a volume in the Molecular Mediators in Health and Disease book series, and provides a complete analysis of PACAP and the latest research in the field. Thus it is an ideal guide for researchers interested in PACAP and its impact across health and disease.
  • Basic Principles of Drug Discovery and Development

    • 3rd Edition
    • Benjamin E. Blass
    • English
    **Selected for 2026 Doody's Core Titles in Pharmacy**Basic Principles of Drug Discovery and Development, Third Edition presents a unique overview of the drug discovery and development program not available elsewhere. Each chapter provides sufficient technical details on the topics covered so that non-experts will have the tools and information necessary to interact and exchange information with colleagues across the entire spectrum of the drug discovery and development process. The drug discovery and development process involves individuals and teams with a wide array of expertise ranging from basic sciences (medicinal chemistry, biology) to applied science (pharmacology, pharmacokinetics, clinical sciences) to business driven fields (regulatory affairs, intellectual property experts, marketing specialists).The success or failure of a program focused on bringing a new medication to market often depends on clear communication between individuals and teams with vastly different expertise. As a result, it is critical that experts in one aspect of drug discovery and development (e.g., medicinal chemists) have a working understanding of the wide range of disciplines that take part in the overall process.
  • Methods in Systems Bioinorganic Chemistry

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 741
    • English
    Methods in Systems Bioinorganic Chemistry, Volume 741 provides understanding of high-level properties involving metals in biology that are founded on molecular or mechanistic level interactions. Currently, there is no established “tool kit” for studying bioinorganic systems, so the methods included in the book span a diverse range of topics and approaches, from imaging to proteomics, from metals-in-mice to mathematical modeling. Specific chapters cover Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS)-based methods to quantify transition metals in cells and vertebrate models, ICP-MS elemental analysis in tissue samples, and much more.Additional chapters delve into An inductively-coupled-... triple quadrupole method with oxygen for the determination of essential elements and protein concentration, Calculating metal speciation of proteins inside cells, Probing biological copper in the subfemtomolar regime, Using LC-ICP-MS chromatography to detect and characterize Labile Metal Pools, Linking dynamic bioinorganic chemistry processes of toxic metals in the bloodstream to establish their exposure-response relationship in humans, Contextualizing X-ray fluorescent microscopy – high resolution X-rays meet subcellular morphology, Chemoproteomic profiling of transition metal binding sites in bacterial proteomes, Heme Labeling by Proximity (HeLP) to Identify Hemoproteins, and much more.
  • Arginase: Structure, Function, and Therapeutic Targeting

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 740
    • English
    Arginase: Structure, Function, and Therapeutic Targeting, Volume 740 in the Methods in Enzymology series, provides a comprehensive, methodology-driven perspective on arginase research spanning molecular, biochemical, and translational domains. Chapters in this new release include Expression, Purification, and Structural Characterization of Human and Leishmania Arginase with Comparative Analysis of Structures from the Protein Data Bank, Synthesis of First-Generation Arginase Inhibitors, Computational and Structure-Guided Design of Arginase Inhibitors, Metal Substitution in Arginase: Experimental Approaches to Study Metal-Dependent Catalysis, Therapeutic Arginase Formulations: PEGylation, Stability, and Advanced Delivery Systems, and much more.Additional chapters cover Dual ARG1/ARG2 Inhibition: Experimental and Structural Strategies for Inhibitor Design and Optimization, Synthesis of Second-Generation Arginase Inhibitors, Cryo-EM Workflow and Structural Characterization of Arginase–Antibody Complexes, Development and Validation of an Electrochemical Assay for Arginase Activity, Experimental and Structural Analysis of H. pylori Arginase in Gastric Immune Evasion, Agmatinase and Alternative Arginine Utilization Pathways in Bacteria: Biochemical and Functional Perspectives, Catalytic Diversification of the Arginase Fold: Structural and Mechanistic Insights from DcsB, Beyond Arginase: Structural Biology of the Extended Guanidinase Family, Plant Arginase: Structural and Functional Roles in Nitrogen Metabolism, and much more.
  • Blockchain-Enabled Innovations in Location-Based Services for Healthcare

    • 1st Edition
    • Ajay Kumar Gupta + 3 more
    • English
    Blockchain-Enabled Innovations in Location-Based Services for Healthcare addresses the growing need for secure, intelligent healthcare solutions integrating location-based services (LBS), Internet of Things (IoT), and blockchain technologies. This reference explores how these technologies transform healthcare delivery improving autonomy and real-time care while safeguarding sensitive data. It responds to the challenges posed by the proliferation of wearable sensors and smart medical devices by proposing decentralized, privacy-preserving frameworks.The book’s comprehensive chapters cover blockchain trust models, adaptive privacy for patient trajectories, wearable computing, deep learning for medical imaging, secure communication in healthcare IoT, and AI-powered diagnostics. Contributions from global experts provide case-driven analyses and technical depth, addressing current challenges in healthcare data security, interoperability, and predictive modeling. The interdisciplinary approach integrates computer science, data privacy, and healthcare informatics, making it a valuable resource for researchers and professionals.Blockc... Innovations in Location-Based Services for Healthcare benefits academic researchers, industry practitioners, graduate students, and policymakers by offering cutting-edge knowledge in secure, decentralized healthcare systems. It equips readers with advanced methodologies and practical solutions to design inclusive healthcare technologies, fostering innovation in smart health monitoring, medical image analysis, and data-driven diagnostics within privacy-compliant frameworks.
  • Engelking's Textbook of Veterinary Physiological Chemistry

    • 4th Edition
    • Kevin Connolly
    • English
    Bridging the gap between basic and clinical science concepts, Engelking's Textbook of Veterinary Physiological Chemistry, Fourth Edition offers broad coverage of biochemical principles for students and practitioners of veterinary medicine. The only recent biochemistry book written specifically for the veterinary field, this updated text covers cellular-level concepts related to whole-body physiologic processes in a reader-friendly, approachable manner. Each chapter is written in a succinct and concise style that includes an overview summary section, numerous illustrations for best comprehension of the subject matter, targeted learning objectives, and end of the chapter study questions to assess understanding.With numerous illustrations and both instructor and student companion websites with updated PowerPoint images, lecture slides, and Snapcasts, Engelking's Textbook of Veterinary Physiological Chemistry, Fourth Edition, proves useful to students and lecturers from diverse educational backgrounds. Sectional exams and updated case studies extend the breadth and depth of learning resources.
  • Technology-Assisted Physical Gait Rehabilitation

    How Robotics, Data Science, and Neuroscience are Changing Modern Physical Therapy
    • 1st Edition
    • Tomislav Baček + 3 more
    • English
    Technology-Assisted Physical Gait Rehabilitation: How Robotics, Data Science, and Neuroscience are Changing Modern Physical Therapy explores computational modeling techniques, robotic assistance, data science, and other technological tools and how they can be jointly used in driving and guiding physical gait therapy in impairments such as stroke, traumatic brain injury, and incomplete spinal cord injury. This book gathers experts in robotics, human biomechanics, physical therapy, neuroscience, engineering, and medicine, presenting their ongoing work and discussing their views on the future direction of technology-assisted gait therapy. It showcases the latest advancements in the interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary field of technology-assisted gait therapy and strives to outline the developments in the coming years that are needed/likely to make the next big breakthrough in the field.
  • An Authoritative Guide to Chronic Pediatric Abdominal Pain

    Pathophysiology, Diagnosis and Management
    • 1st Edition
    • Miguel Saps + 1 more
    • English
    An Authoritative Guide to Chronic Pediatric Abdominal Pain: Pathophysiology, Diagnosis and Management provides a comprehensive and extensive overview of all aspects relevant to the care of children with abdominal pain. It includes chapters tailored to each discipline, level of training, and primary interest (clinical or research), covering daily practice, diagnosis, testing, conventional and complementary treatments, interdisciplinary care, and the transition to adult gastroenterology treatment. The book critically updates the evidence behind these methods and prepares readers to understand more advanced techniques. Topics include early adverse life events, intestinal permeability, visceral hypersensitivity, sex differences, microbiome infections, use of antibiotics, and the microbiome.Informati... on clinical perspectives and management in the emergency department helps inform pediatricians, gastroenterologists, residents, fellows, and nurse practitioners about the scientific basis for prior workups, differential diagnoses, and the rationale behind them. In addition, this book helps clinicians understand the basic research behind these factors, how they influence pathophysiology, clinical presentation, progression, and outcomes.
  • Advanced Technologies for Disease Intervention

    Innovations Across Precision Medicine, Nutrition, and Holistic Therapies
    • 1st Edition
    • Ranbir Chander Sobti + 3 more
    • English
    Advanced Technologies for Disease Intervention: Innovations Across Precision Medicine, Nutrition and Holistic Therapies, Two Volume Set investigates current and emerging advances in disease detection, diagnosis, treatment and prevention, and how molecular medicine and biotechnology have contributed to this changing landscape. Volume One focuses on sustainable health practices through biotechnology, exploring traditional health systems, diagnostic innovations, and integrative therapies. Key topics include: the role of traditional medicine and practices in sustainable health; contemporary and emerging technologies such as aptamer diagnostics, telemedicine, nanomaterials and AI in healthcare, and much more.Volume Two then delves deeper into emerging technologies for disease intervention, focusing on drug development, delivery systems, nutrition, and natural products for health. Themes explored here include: developments and trends in drug discovery; drug repurposing; contemporary drug delivery systems; phototherapeutics; personalized drug delivery; innovations in vaccine development; the role of nutraceuticals in disease prevention; and the use of natural products and herbal interventions for sustainable health.
  • Insect Pathology

    • 3rd Edition
    • Nemat Keyhani + 2 more
    • English
    Insect Pathology, Third Edition offers the most comprehensive research on the topic of insect pathology, spanning the diversity of insects with a more diverse array of microbes. This book provides a full update on new approaches for studying the genetics, development, evolution, and ecology of insect pathogens. Written by leading researchers and experts, the book includes coverage of revolutionary genome editing tools, such as CRISPR-Cas9, which have been developed for multiple insect pathogen systems and provides insights into the molecular underpinnings of insect pathogens and their hosts. This book also updates modern molecular techniques, “omics” approaches, and newly applied findings. These new and revised topics are critical for understanding current perspectives in the field, making this book a needed reference for insect pathologists, entomologists, microbiologists, mycologists, nematologists, protistologists, ecologists, and practitioners of biological control of insect pests. New and long-time students of insect pathology will also find this new edition useful.
  • The Metabolon

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 739
    • English
    Methods in Enzymology series: The Metabolon, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters. Each chapter is written by an international board of authors.
  • Model Validation and Uncertainty Quantification in Biomechanics

    Sources and Methods of Uncertainty and Variability Analysis - Volume 2
    • 1st Edition
    • Gerhard A. Holzapfel + 2 more
    • English
    Model Validation and Uncertainty Quantification in Biomechanics: Sources and Methods of Uncertainty and Variability Analysis addresses the increasing need to incorporate uncertainty and variability into computational biomechanics. As biomechanical modeling becomes more central to clinical decision-making, deterministic approaches are no longer sufficient to describe biological complexity. This reference provides a systematic treatment of uncertainty quantification, enabling more reliable, patient-specific models in cardiovascular and soft tissue applications. The volume is structured into four main sections. It begins with probabilistic fundamentals and sensitivity analysis, establishing core principles for uncertainty-aware modeling. It then explores sources of uncertainty, including vascular modeling, imaging reconstruction, MRI, ultrasound elastography, and biological variability such as sex differences. The third section focuses on computational methods such as multi-fidelity modeling and Bayesian parameter identification. The final section presents practical applications in vascular systems, cardiac mechanics, and diagnostic techniques, emphasizing clinically relevant case studies.Model Validation and Uncertainty Quantification in Biomechanics: Sources and Methods of Uncertainty and Variability Analysis provides researchers and engineers with rigorous tools to assess model reliability and variability. By combining foundational theory with applied methodologies, it supports the development of robust, predictive biomechanical simulations, advancing translational research and precision medicine in healthcare engineering.
  • Personalized Cancer Medicine through Multiomics

    • 1st Edition
    • Mohammad Azhar Aziz + 1 more
    • English
    Personalized Cancer Medicine through Multiomics explores the integration of multiomics to transform cancer diagnosis and treatment. The book delves into how the convergence of genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, and metabolomics offers a comprehensive understanding of cancer biology, surpassing traditional single-omics approaches. Sections detail advancements in high-throughput technologies and computational methods, including machine learning, that enable the analysis of complex cancer datasets. Additional content discusses how multiomics identifies unique molecular signatures, novel therapeutic targets, and biomarkers, facilitating precise and individualized treatment strategies, particularly for a heterogeneous cancers.For academics, this book serves as an essential resource, compiling fragmented research into a single, coherent volume. It provides foundational knowledge, the latest advancements, and practical applications of multiomics in personalized medicine. Researchers will benefit from interdisciplinary approaches, real-world examples, and cutting-edge methodologies, making it an invaluable reference for advancing their work in oncology.
  • Structural and Functional Dynamics of Nontuberculous Mycobacterium Proteins

    Insights into Pathogenic Mechanisms
    • 1st Edition
    • Parissa Farnia + 3 more
    • English
    Structural and Functional Dynamics of Nontuberculous Mycobacterium Proteins: Insights into Pathogenic Mechanisms explores the structural and functional dynamics of nontuberculous mycobacterium (NTM) proteins, focusing on their roles in pathogenicity, the mechanisms underlying microbial infections, and the potential for developing targeted therapeutic strategies to combat these emerging pathogens. The book begins with a foundational overview of nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM), distinguishing them from Mycobacterium tuberculosis, their epidemiology, clinical significance, and structural biology. It discusses key structural features of NTM proteins and advanced techniques for protein structure determination, proteomic analyses, and bioinformatics approaches.Additiona... sections investigate the pathogenic mechanisms and the complexities of the host-pathogen interaction. Concluding with insights into emerging research, interdisciplinary collaboration, future treatment, and prevention strategies, this book is a helpful resource for researchers and healthcare professionals engaged in the study of infectious diseases.
  • Principles of Antiviral Drug Development

    Rapid Discovery Technologies and Practical Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Ailin Liu
    • English
    Principles of Antiviral Drug Development: Rapid Discovery Technologies and Practical Applications systematically integrates the major experimental techniques and virtual drug screening methods involved in the discovery of antiviral drugs, and provides a detailed discussion of their applications: among them, the combination of virtual drug screening technologies coupled with experimental methods offers strong potential for the rapid discovery of antiviral agents. The book also discusses activity-guided extraction, isolation, and activity evaluation of active components in order to reveal the material basis of antiviral activity and preliminary mechanisms of action. The book also discusses: drug repurposing of approved medicines; and an analysis of the discovery and mechanistic studies of a series of antiviral natural products which offer important information on the needs of future research, development, together with the clinical application of new antiviral drugs.
  • Lightweight, Real-time Deep Learning Models for Healthcare Applications

    • 1st Edition
    • Tina Babu + 2 more
    • English
    Lightweight, Real-time Deep Learning Models for Healthcare Applications addresses the pressing need for deploying efficient artificial intelligence models in clinical environments constrained by limited computational resources. As AI adoption accelerates in healthcare, this reference targets the gap between advanced deep learning research and practical real-time applications, emphasizing model optimization, privacy, and regulatory compliance. The content comprehensively covers model compression techniques such as pruning, quantization, knowledge distillation, and neural architecture search, alongside federated learning frameworks and real-time inference optimization. Detailed chapters present hardware-aware strategies, security considerations, continuous learning, and regulatory validation. The book also provides extensive case studies and implementation blueprints demonstrating practical deployment on devices like Raspberry Pi, NVIDIA Jetson, and mobile health platforms. This book benefits researchers, clinicians, and healthcare technology professionals by offering practical solutions to develop, validate, and implement AI models that maintain diagnostic accuracy while meeting clinical constraints. It equips students and educators with theoretical foundations and hands-on examples to foster innovation in biomedical AI, ultimately enhancing diagnostic capabilities and patient care in diverse healthcare settings.
  • Neurogynecology and Associated Neurological Disorders

    • 1st Edition
    • Vishal K. Chavda + 2 more
    • English
    Neurogynecology and Associated Neurological Disorders addresses the emerging interdisciplinary field linking neurology and gynecology, focusing on how neurological disorders impact female reproductive health throughout the lifespan. The book covers foundational neuroanatomy, hormonal influences on neurological function, and specific disorders including headaches, epilepsy, pelvic neuropathies, and mental health conditions related to reproductive stages. It includes clinical guidelines, case studies, diagnostic tools, and treatment protocols tailored to hormonal phases and life stages. The integration of neurobiological mechanisms with gynecological considerations offers readers a robust framework for interdisciplinary collaboration.Reader... will find this to be a great reference that responds to the growing clinical need for integrated understanding and management of conditions such as menstrual migraines, pregnancy-related neuropathies, and menopausal neurological changes.
  • Green Polymeric Materials in Drug Delivery

    Sustainable Solutions for Therapeutic Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Parteek Prasher + 5 more
    • English
    Green Polymeric Materials in Drug Delivery: Sustainable Solutions for Therapeutic Applications addresses the critical intersection of polymer science, pharmaceutical technology, and environmental sustainability. This reference responds to the urgent need for eco-friendly drug delivery systems that improve therapeutic outcomes while minimizing ecological impact. It offers researchers and professionals a detailed exploration of green polymers derived from renewable sources and their transformative potential in healthcare. The comprehensive contents cover fundamental principles, synthesis, biocompatibility, formulation strategies, and innovative applications including nanomaterials, hydrogels, vesicular systems, and vaccine delivery. Chapters authored by leading experts examine targeted delivery routes such as mucosal, ocular, transdermal, and neural pathways. Regulatory frameworks and clinical trial insights further support translation from research to practice. Emerging technologies like AI-assisted formulation and 3D printing of implants are also discussed. This reference benefits polymer chemists, pharmaceutical scientists, regulatory experts, and clinicians by providing authoritative knowledge on sustainable materials for drug delivery. It equips readers with the scientific foundation and practical case studies necessary to advance green polymeric technologies in therapeutic development, fostering a sustainable future in pharmaceutical innovation and patient care.
  • Cognitive Remediation In Psychiatric Disrorders Part A: Core Psychiatric Conditions

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 306
    • English
    Cognitive Remediation in Psychiatric Disorders is a two-volume work comprising Part A: Core Psychiatric Conditions (Volume 306) and Part B: Other Conditions, Contexts and Considerations (Volume 307). Together, the volumes provide a comprehensive, contemporary account of cognitive remediation and related cognition-oriented interventions across psychiatric, neurodevelopmental, lifespan, and other clinical contexts. Part A establishes the historical, conceptual, and practical foundations of cognitive remediation and examines its application across psychosis, serious mental illness, depression, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, substance use disorders, and trauma-related disorders. Part B extends the discussion to personality disorders, eating disorders, behavioral addictions, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, intellectual and developmental disabilities, cognitive concerns in older adults, HIV-associated neurocognitive disorders, multiple sclerosis, cognitive difficulties following electroconvulsive therapy, and emerging technology-enabled approaches. Across both volumes, contributors address intervention principles and mechanisms, clinical integration, adaptation and accessibility, metacognition and subjective cognition, memory, real-world skill acquisition, and functional and vocational outcomes. Together, the volumes provide a broad, integrated framework for understanding how cognition-oriented interventions can support recovery, participation, and everyday functioning across diverse clinical populations.
  • Advances in Biomembranes and Lipid Self-Assembly

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 44
    • English
    Advances in Biomembranes and Lipid Self-Assembly, Volume 43 highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters written by an international board of authors. Content in this new release covers Engineered probiotics for producing phosphoinositol-sn-l... as biosurfactant modulators: Their hydropathy, in potentiating surface tension and scaffold properties into model emulsions.
  • Advances in Insect Physiology

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 71
    • English
    Advances in Insect Physiology, Volume 71 in this ongoing series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters on a variety of timely topics, including Virus Infection and its Endocrinological Regulation in Infected Insects, Insect Orphan Genes: Drivers of Evolutionary Innovation and Emerging Tools for Pest Management, Molecular Siege and Surrender: Cuticle Degradation and Killing Tactics of Entomopathogenic Fungi against Insect Pests, Microbiome-disease dynamics in commercially mass reared insects, Physiological Impacts of Bee Viruses, and more.
  • Emerging Trends and Imminent Applications in Immunology and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology

    • 1st Edition
    • Swagat Kumar Das + 2 more
    • English
    Emerging Trends and Imminent Applications in Immunology and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology delves into historical perspectives, current trends, and future projections for research and development of immunological and biopharmaceutical products. Sections explore immunostimulants, natural and synthetic immunostimulants in aquaculture and animal husbandry, immunomodulators, immune boosters, pre- and probiotics in health promotion, cutting-edge immunological techniques for disease diagnosis, immunotherapy in cancer treatment, and transplantation immunology. Following chapters explore the impact on pharmaceutical biotechnology, with discussions on traditional and modern approaches in drug delivery, in silico drug delivery modeling, biocomposites and their pharmaceutical applications, recent advances in monoclonal antibodies production, vaccine development, and much more. Finally, the book covers the pivotal role of AI, machine learning, and data analytics in the clinical study of immunotherapy and pharmaceutical drugs, thus paving the way for enhanced research and development efficiency. Researchers in industry and academia alike will gain valuable insights into the novel principles behind designing and developing immunological and drug products, making this title an essential resource.
  • Cell Death Part F

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 211
    • English
    Cell Death: Part F, Volume 211 presents the latest advances and comprehensive reviews in the rapidly evolving field of cell death. This volume explores Methods to Assess BAX Conformation, Activation, Translocation, and Mitochondrial Outer Membrane Permeabilization, Proximity biotin labelling identification of Bcl-2 protein interactions in live cells, Bimolecular fluorescence complementation assays for investigating Bcl-2 family protein interactions, Assessing apoptotic sensitivity in primary mouse B cells by BH3 profiling, Liposome permeabilization assays to monitor pore formation by cell death proteins, Flow Cytometry Assessment of Mitochondrial Membrane Potential, Biomass, and ROS in OXPHOS-Dependent and Glycolytic Cancer Cells during Cell Death Induction, and much more.Additional chapters cover Assessment of Viability Versus Cell Death: What is What?, Flow cytometry-based drug response profiling of primary B-precursor ALL cells in co-culture with bone marrow-derived stromal cells, An in vitro model of efferocytosis in macrophage foam cells to probe lipid-driven dysregulation of dead cell clearance, Measuring tumor cell killing using in vivo bioluminescence imaging, and more.
  • Animal Models of Disease Part F

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 212
    • English
    Animal Models of Disease, Part F, Volume 212 in the Methods in Cell Biology series, presents significant advancements in understanding disease mechanisms through animal models. The book features chapters on timely topics such as characterizing tumor-infiltrating group 1 innate lymphoid cells in PyMT breast tumors and using zebrafish to unravel the molecular mechanisms of Alzheimer’s disease. The book also covers colitis mouse models and appropriate models for studying diabetes pathophysiology, demonstrating its comprehensive approach to current research.Additional sections cover evaluating polyglutamine protein aggregation in transgenic Caenorhabditis elegans models of Huntington's disease and studying tumor responses to radioimmunotherapy in ovarian cancer models. It also highlights the antimicrobial regime for gut microbiota depletion in mice and the biodistribution of metallic nanoparticles for lymphoma studies. This book is an essential resource for researchers seeking to explore disease mechanisms and therapeutic approaches through animal models.
  • Side Effects of Drugs Annual

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 48
    • English
    Side Effects of Drugs Annual: A Worldwide Yearly Survey of New Data in Adverse Drug Reactions, Volume 48, first published in 1977, presents clinicians and medical investigators with a critical survey of new data and trends in adverse drug reactions and interactions. Topics covered include ADRs, ADEs and SEDs: A Bird’s Eye View, Lithium, Drugs of abuse, Side effects of drugs used in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease, Sedatives and hypnotics, Antipsychotic agents, Anti-epileptic Medications, Side effects of opioid analgesics and narcotic antagonists, Anti-inflammatory and antipyretic analgesics and drugs used in gout, Side effects of local anesthetics and therapeutic gases, and more.Other sections covered include Antihistamines (H1 receptor antagonists), Drugs that act on the respiratory tract, Positive inotropic drugs and drugs used in dysrhythmias, Beta adrenergic antagonists and antianginal drugs, Drugs acting on the cerebral and peripheral circulations, Antihypertensive drugs, and much more.
  • Blood-Based Biomarkers for Alzheimer's and Parkinson's Disease – Part A

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 191
    • English
    Blood-Based Biomarkers for Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Disease, Volume 191 in the International Review of Neurobiology series, presents current advances and comprehensive reviews on the development and application of circulating biomarkers in neurodegenerative disorders. It brings together contributions from an international panel, highlighting emerging strategies for early detection, diagnosis, and monitoring of Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases. Chapters explore a wide range of topics, including the Diagnostic Potential of Exosomes in Neurodegenerative Diseases and Cancer, Blood Biomarkers of Oxidative Stress and Mitochondrial Dysfunction in Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Diseases, GFAP and the Genetic Code of Astrocyte Activation in Alzheimer’s Disease, and much more.Additional chapters cover Blood-Based Emerging Biomarkers in Early Detection and Diagnosis of Alzheimer’s Disease, Advances in Nanomaterial-Based Biomarker Detection for Neurodegenerative Diseases, Blood-Based Biomarkers in Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Disease: From Molecular Pathology to Therapeutic Potential, Blood-Based Biomarkers and Their Role in AD/PD Diagnosis, The Emerging Landscape of Circulatory Biomarkers in Alzheimer’s Disease, Biofluid-Based Biosensors, Biomarkers of Vascular Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease, Silent Clues in Blood: Proteomic Approach for Alzheimer’s Disease, and more.
  • Advances in Applied Microbiology

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 137
    • English
    Advances in Applied Microbiology presents the latest developments and innovative research in applied microbiology, covering topics such as microbial biotechnology, environmental applications, industrial processes, and medical advancements. It offers valuable insights into the practical uses of microorganisms in solving real-world challenges, making it an essential resource for researchers, professionals, and students in microbiology and related fields.
  • Glycobiology of the Immune System and Disease

    • 1st Edition
    • Shyamasree Ghosh + 1 more
    • English
    Glycobiology of the Immune System and Disease explores the integration of state-of-the-art glycobiology and immunology to raise awareness of the multifaceted roles of glycans and lectins in the immune system. Glycobiology is a rapidly growing field in biology, with relevance to biomedicine, biotechnology and basic research. Considering the central role that glycans play in immune interactions, glycoproteins and carbohydrates are becoming the targets of next-generation therapeutics, vaccines and diagnostics. Programmed remodeling of host glycans can modulate infection, autoimmunity, and cancer, while microbial glycoconjugates can serve as canonical innate receptor agonists that induce B cell and T cell activation. This important reference investigates microbial and mammalian glycans and their protein-binding partners (lectins) and shows the role they play in all innate and adaptive immune responses. With its comprehensive overview of the field, it is an important resource for academicians, graduate and post graduate students as well as professors and faculty in the field of research in glycobiology and immunology.
  • Mycorrhizal Fungi and Climate Resilience

    Enhancing Plant Health for a Sustainable Future
    • 1st Edition
    • Javid A. Parray + 3 more
    • English
    Mycorrhizal Fungi and Climate Resilience: Enhancing Plant Health for a Sustainable Future, the latest release in the Microbiome Research in Plants and Soil series, presents advancements in our understanding of Mycorrhizal associations with plants, along with their ecological attributes and the latest genomics and metagenome research into the potential for Mycorrhizal Fungi to help combat climate change impacts and improve plant growth. The book explores genomic and metagenomic approaches that enable researchers to decipher the complex interactions within the soil microbiome. By understanding these interactions, the use of mycorrhizal networks can be further utilized to promote sustainable agricultural practices.The book explains the intricate symbiotic relationships between mycorrhizal fungi and host plants and demonstrates the crucial role of those partnerships in nutrient acquisition, drought tolerance, and soil health. In addition, it provides a thorough overview of how advances in molecular techniques have illuminated the diversity and functionality of mycorrhizal communities, revealing their potential to enhance plant resilience in an era marked by environmental uncertainty.
  • Structural Biology of Ubiquitination

    From Mechanisms to Interventions
    • 1st Edition
    • Navaneet Chaturvedi + 1 more
    • English
    Structural Biology of Ubiquitination: From Mechanisms to Interventions provides an in-depth exploration of the structural and biophysical principles governing ubiquitination and their implications in diseases such as cancer and neurodegeneration. The book seamlessly integrates experimental insights with advanced computational methods, including AI-driven drug discovery, molecular modeling, and biophysical simulations, offering a comprehensive toolkit for researchers and clinicians. By bridging fundamental science with translational applications, the book empowers readers to design targeted therapeutics, understand disease mechanisms at the molecular level, and accelerate progress toward personalized medicine.
  • Titanium Dioxide Nanoparticles and Aquatic Organisms

    From Molecular Mechanisms to Ecological Risks
    • 1st Edition
    • Youji Wang
    • English
    Titanium Dioxide Nanoparticles and Aquatic Organisms: From Molecular Mechanisms to Ecological Risks provides a comprehensive examination of titanium dioxide nanoparticles in the aquatic environment. Despite the ubiquitous application of these nanoparticles in cosmetics, food, and industrial products, little is known about their potential long-term ecological impacts. Bioaccumulation of titanium dioxide has been widely observed, including the mechanisms and risks of biological uptake and dispersal through aquatic food webs. Written by a team of experts, this book systematically explores the industrial sources of titanium dioxide nanoparticles, their introduction into the aquatic environment, and the physiological impacts to aquatic taxa spanning multiple trophic levels.Individual physiological impacts to algae, aquatic mollusks, crustaceans, and fish are explored before chapters turn to the compounding effects of climate change and natural organic matter. The book ends with an assessment of knowledge gaps and prospects for future studies.
  • An Illustrated Guide to Cancer Biology

    • 1st Edition
    • Tomas Koltai + 1 more
    • English
    An Illustrated Guide to Cancer Biology offers a comprehensive exploration of the fundamentals of oncological molecular biology and provides valuable insights into topics such as cancer cell migration, chemotherapeutic drug mechanisms, and the roles of RNA in cancer. With 33 chapters covering a wide array of subjects, including the Hanahan and Weinberg hallmarks of cancer, tumor heterogeneity, and hormone-dependent cancer, this guide serves as an indispensable resource for researchers, students, and practicing oncologists in medicine, oncology, and biochemistry alike. This book stands out not only for its comprehensive coverage of diverse topics but also for its unique approach.With over 400 figures strategically interspersed throughout the text, this book offers readers a visually engaging journey through the intricacies of cancer biology. These illustrations, ranging from molecular pathways to cellular interactions, make navigating topics like chemotherapeutic drug mechanisms and tumor heterogeneity more accessible. Additionally, the inclusion of sections on repurposing drugs, tumor kinetics, and epigenetics further aids in a deep understanding of cancer biology.
  • Immunity and Immunotherapy in Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD)

    Mechanisms and Innovations
    • 1st Edition
    • Deepa S. Mandlik + 1 more
    • English
    Covers detailed disease mechanisms and the full spectrum of immune cell biology, through to advanced clinical applications The book highlights the latest advances in immunotherapy, including cell-based and next-generation treatments. Immunity and Immunotherapy in Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD): Mechanisms and Innovations bridges laboratory research with clinical practice, addressing diagnostics, biomarkers and real-world patient care. It tackles current challenges in IBD, such as therapy resistance, the integration of AI and multi-omic approaches. What sets this book apart is its extensive, up-to-date coverage of all immunotherapeutic strategies, such as monoclonal antibodies, cytokine inhibitors, JAK inhibitors, cell-based therapies, and novel targets such as CAR-T cells and immune checkpoint modulators. It also addresses emerging technologies, personalized medicine, resistance mechanisms, safety, and the gut microbiome, providing a holistic view of current and future directions in IBD immunotherapy.
  • The Potential of Extracellular Vesicles from Plant and Animal Sources for Improving Human Beauty and Health

    • 1st Edition
    • Khalid Rehman Hakeem + 2 more
    • English
    The Potential of Extracellular Vesicles from Plant and Animal Sources for Improving Human Beauty and Health is a comprehensive resource that consolidates the latest research on the mechanisms of extracellular vesicles (EVs) and their applications in the cosmetic industry. The book explores a range of topics, including the latest techniques in isolation and characterization of EVs, safety considerations, methods, and challenges associated with large-scale production, and recent advancements in biomedical applications. The therapeutic potential of EVs for age-related neurological conditions and autoimmune skin diseases is investigated, as well as the application of EVs for skincare, hair loss and anti-aging products.The book considers EVs from a variety of sources, including humans, plants, animals and bacteria, highlighting their major differences. It also includes a discussion of market trends and the global impact for EV products in cosmetic and anti-aging industries. With growing interest in the role of extracellular vesicles in enhancing health and beauty, this book provides invaluable insights to researchers working in this field, equipping them with the knowledge to leverage EVs for innovative cosmetic applications and natural solutions.
  • Nerve Growth Factor

    From Neuron Development to Neurology
    • 1st Edition
    • Antonino Cattaneo + 1 more
    • English
    Nerve growth factor: From Neuron Development to Neurology, the latest release in the Molecular Mediators in Health and Disease series, offers a complete guide to nerve growth factor (NGF) across health and disease. Sections cover key properties, the latest advances, and biomedical applications of this neuropeptide. The book begins with an introduction and historical overview of the discovery of NGF before exploring its molecular characteristics. It then covers NGF in organ function, with chapters discussing the brain, immune system, blood vessels, heart, reproductive organs, teeth, and lungs. NGF pharmacology is then considered, with a focus on NGF as a therapeutic agent.The final section of the book covers NGF across diseases, including Alzheimer’s disease, cancer, diseases of the eye, chronic pain, and visceral disfunctions. Throughout the book, NGF is considered in the context of both mammalian and non-mammalian biology, making it an ideal reference for researchers working across the fields of cell biology, molecular biology, pharmacology, and other biomedical areas.
  • Flavoproteins and Flavoenzymes

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 738
    • English
    Flavoproteins and Flavoenzymes, Volume 738 in the Methods in Enzymology series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters on a variety of timely topics, including Kirisu2 and KiPaD: global analysis of rapid flavoprotein redox kinetics from stopped-flow multi, ilagros Mendina, A Generic First Approach to Dissecting Flavoenzyme Catalytic Cycles, Removing Covalent Constraints of Protein Loops and Lids by a Split-Gene Strategy, Designing Oxygen Reaction Sites in Flavoprotein Dehydrogenases, Converting Noncovalent Flavoproteins into Covalently Flavinylated Proteins, Complexities of Riboflavin Biosynthesis, Reactions of Riboflavin Catabolism, and much more.Additional sections cover Ferredoxin-dependent thioredoxin reductase, Thermophilic Methylenetetrahydrof... Reductases, Ion-Pumping NADH:Quinone Oxidoreductase, Loading E. coli Dihydroorotate Dehydrogenase with Coenzyme Q, and Single-Component Halogenases.
  • Biotic Interactions across Gradients and Scales

    • 1st Edition
    • Wesley Dáttilo + 1 more
    • English
    Biotic Interactions across Gradients and Scales provides a valuable exploration of the intricate connections of the web of life, including foundational ecological principles to current macroecological perspectives. The book examines the various dimensions of biotic interactions across spatiotemporal gradients in terrestrial and aquatic environments. Its integrated approach is crucial to understanding the potential responses of ecological networks to unprecedented stressors, including climate change, anthropogenic impacts, and loss of connectivity and functional redundancy. Written by renowned subject matter experts from the global North and South, this book introduces the concept of biotic interactions before delving into the physical factors influencing ecological networks.Central chapters describe the tools, methods, and history of study of biotic interactions. Latter chapters explore such networks across aquatic and terrestrial domains, before concluding chapters discuss disruptive stressors and open science opportunities for future research endeavors. Case studies, boxed elements, and end chapter review questions ensure student mastery of content.
  • Diagnostic Application of Blood-based Biomarkers for Neurodegenerative Diseases

    • 1st Edition
    • Meenakshi Dhanawat + 4 more
    • English
    Diagnostic Application of Blood-based Biomarkers for Neurodegenerative Diseases is a comprehensive exploration of the pivotal role blood-based biomarkers play in diagnosing and managing neurological disorders. This comprehensive guide emphasizes the need for early detection and intervention in conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, and neuroinflammation. Each chapter delves into specific biomarkers, including glial fibrillary acidic protein and neurofilaments, elucidating their diagnostic potential. This book highlights recent advancements in the application of blood biomarkers across various neurodegenerative diseases, underscoring the integration of artificial intelligence in biomarker discovery. By bridging research and clinical practice, it serves as an essential resource for professionals in diagnostic sciences, pharmaceutical research, and clinical pharmacology. Ultimately, this volume aims to reshape the landscape of early diagnosis, offering insights that promise to enhance personalized treatment strategies and improve patient outcomes in the fight against debilitating neurological disorders.
  • Environmental Antimicrobial Resistance

    A Complete Handbook
    • 1st Edition
    • Dijendra Nath Roy + 1 more
    • English
    Environmental Antimicrobial Resistance: A Complete Handbook provides a comprehensive exploration of the challenges and solutions related to antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in the environment. This book addresses global scenarios, sources of antimicrobial drugs, and the fate and transport of these drugs in the environment and living organisms. It explains the approach, protocols, and experiments for detecting and mitigating antimicrobial resistance phenomena, making it an essential resource for understanding and combating AMR. Additional sections highlight the silent pandemic of AMR, emphasizing the mismanagement of antimicrobials in humans and animals as key contributors.Finally... the book discusses global impacts, including the economic burden on low- and middle-income countries and the efforts of the WHO Global Antimicrobial Resistance and Use Surveillance System (GLASS). With a systematic approach, it provides researchers and academicians with routine and advanced knowledge in the field of environmental antimicrobial resistance, including detection and mitigation strategies. This handbook is designed to meet the educational needs of students and professionals in the life sciences, environmental science, microbiology, and pharmacy. It offers comprehensive coverage of the current status, reasons for emerging drug-resistant microorganisms, and solutions for mitigating environmental antimicrobial resistance.
  • Applied Enzymology and Biocatalysis

    Mechanistic Principles for Industrial and Clinical Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Muhammad Sajid Hamid Akash + 2 more
    • English
    Applied Enzymology and Biocatalysis: Mechanistic Principles for Industrial and Clinical Applications examines the molecular mechanisms, kinetics, and engineering of enzymes that underpin their growing use across biotechnology, medicine, and industry. The book provides a comprehensive exploration of how enzymatic processes can be optimized and adapted to meet the evolving needs of biomanufacturing, sustainable chemistry, and therapeutic innovation. With a clear emphasis on mechanistic insight and translational relevance, the book covers enzyme structure–function relationships, catalytic mechanisms, protein engineering, directed evolution, and computational design. It further integrates applications in biocatalysis, nanobiotechnology, biosensor development, green chemistry, and synthetic biology. Special attention is given to the clinical and diagnostic uses of enzymes, including their role in drug discovery, metabolic engineering, and precision healthcare. This book serves as a detailed reference for understanding the principles and applied aspects of enzyme science in modern biotechnology. It is a valuable resource for biochemists, molecular biologists, biotechnologists, pharmaceutical researchers, process engineers, and graduate students seeking to expand their expertise in enzymology and biocatalytic innovation.
  • Super-Resolution Nanoscopy for Protein Imaging

    • 1st Edition
    • Varun Vyas
    • English
    Super-Resolution Nanoscopy for Protein Imaging decodes the intricate world of protein visualization using cutting-edge nanoscopic techniques. This comprehensive guide is crafted to equip master students, PhD candidates, and early-stage researchers with essential knowledge and practical insights into advanced protein imaging technologies. The book covers foundational principles, innovative methodologies, and real-world applications, providing a complete resource for mastering the complexities of protein imaging. This book offers a unique compilation of diverse nanoscopic methods, overcoming the limitation of technique-specific texts currently available.By collecting scattered information into a single volume, it delivers an in-depth exploration of imaging techniques, from Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) to Electron Microscopy (EM), and Single Molecule Fluorescence Imaging. Each section delves into instrumentation, sample preparation, data analysis, and the latest developments, making it an indispensable reference for understanding how to visualize proteins in their natural environments.
  • Enzymes for Seaweed Polysaccharide Degradation and Industrial Applications

    Unlocking Biocatalytic Potential for Sustainable Innovation
    • 1st Edition
    • Yasmin Khambhaty
    • English
    Enzymes for Seaweed Polysaccharide Degradation and Industrial Applications: Unlocking Biocatalytic Potential for Sustainable Innovation provides an in-depth exploration of the biochemistry and enzymology of marine polysaccharides and the enzymes responsible for their degradation. Focusing on compounds such as agar, carrageenan, alginate, fucoidan, and laminarin, the book investigates their structural properties, biological functions, and the enzymatic mechanisms involved in their breakdown. Chapters cover microbial sources of these enzymes, biochemical pathways, and the molecular basis of enzyme-substrate specificity. Particular attention is given to the potential biomedical and nutraceutical relevance of the resulting oligosaccharides, including their immunomodulatory, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory properties. Advances in enzyme engineering and synthetic biology approaches are discussed to illustrate how enzymatic systems can be optimized for targeted applications. This book is an essential reference for biochemists, enzymologists, and molecular bioscientists interested in marine biochemistry, carbohydrate-active enzymes, and bioactive compounds with therapeutic potential. By integrating fundamental enzymology with emerging applications relevant to human health, it supports the development of novel bio-based solutions in medicine and nutrition.