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Seaweed in Health and Disease Prevention

2nd Edition
December 1, 2025
Joël Fleurence + 1 more
English
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Seaweed in Health and Disease Prevention, Second Edition updates knowledge on the therapeutic and functional activities related to algae and their compounds. The book includes a new chapter on the use of seaweed and seaweed products in the current war against viral-based exposures, a result of the massive research effort stemming from the global Covid Pandemic, along with the improvement of the nutritional value of algae via enzymatic or fermentation treatments. These treatments are at the origin of the production of oligosaccharides, presenting interesting biological activities for the human microbiota.Chapter updates on seaweed’s biochemical characteristics such as proteins, lipids, and polysaccharides are also addressed.

Endotoxin in Critical Illness

1st Edition
December 1, 2025
John Kellum + 1 more
English
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Endotoxin in Critical Illness intricately explores the theme of endotoxin and sepsis through the lenses of basic, clinical, and translational science. This work consolidates and synthesizes novel clinical insights and groundbreaking scientific discoveries into one comprehensive resource on endotoxic septic shock and sheds light on cutting-edge approaches in treatment. Beginning with a historical journey, the book traces the evolution of understanding from ancient concepts to modern molecular insights. It covers the physiological aspects of endotoxin sensitivity, tolerance, and human response variation. The crucial role of the gut microbiome in critical illness serves as a translational link between foundational science and clinical implications, and the complex language of bacterial communication is introduced, merging basic science with potential translational applications. In the clinical arena, chapters cover the critical role of endotoxin in septic shock, trauma, and its relevance in COVID-19, providing a translational bridge between laboratory findings and real-world clinical scenarios. The historical context of anti-endotoxin drug development is revisited, emphasizing the translational challenges faced in bridging basic science discoveries to clinical applications. The discussion on quantifying endotoxin concentration as well as the exploration of therapeutic rationale and clinical experiences with endotoxin removal therapy serve as a culmination of basic understanding translated into practical applications. The book concludes by contemplating the complexity of sepsis and acknowledging the challenges in achieving personalized medicine and underscoring the dynamic nature of the translational journey. In essence, this comprehensive exploration provides clinicians, researchers, and scientists with a holistic understanding of endotoxin and sepsis and potential advancements in patient care.

Food and Agro-Industrial Wastes

1st Edition
September 26, 2025
Mika Sillanpää + 2 more
English
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Food and Agro-Industrial Wastes: Sustainable Impacts, Transformation and Added Value of By-Products offers an in-depth look at the potential of recycling food and agro-industrial waste into valuable products. This book presents the concept of sustainable development through responsible consumption and production, and introduces practical methods to transform waste into new, value-added products. It delves into various industries, such as meat, dairy, and crop processing, highlighting the ways in which residues like leaves, stems, and husks can be repurposed. Moreover, the book explores the valorization and safety of fruit and vegetable waste, including peels and skins, to enhance food products.Real-life case studies showcase how bioactive compounds, nutraceuticals, and other bio-based enzymes can be derived from waste, providing insights into innovative food product development. This comprehensive guide is an essential resource for anyone interested in sustainable waste management and the creation of functional, eco-friendly products. Globally, it is estimated 1.3 billion tons of food, valued at $1 trillion is wasted a year, according to the United Nations and the Food and Agriculture Organization. (FAO) In addition, billions of tons of agro-industrial waste from agriculture and food processing activities are generated yearly, putting a strain on natural resources, and negatively effecting the environment.

Biosensing the Future

1st Edition
Volume 215
July 19, 2025
English
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Biosensing the Future: Wearable, Ingestible and Implantable Technologies for Health and Wellness Monitoring, Part A, Volume 215 offers a comprehensive exploration of biosensing technologies and their transformative impact on modern healthcare. Chapters in this new release include Technologies and emerging trends in wearable biosensing, Implantable biosensors: advancements and applications, Neural implants: restoring function and enhancing quality of life, Ingestible biosensors: monitoring health from within, Ingestible biosensors for monitoring digestive health and nutritional monitoring, and much more.Other chapters cover Ingestible biosensors for drug delivery monitoring, Artificial intelligence in wearable biosensing: enhancing data analysis and decision-making, Wearable Privacy, Ethical and regulatory landscape of wearable, ingestible, and implantable technologies, Characterization of skeletal muscle contraction using a flexible and wearable ultrasonic sensor, and more.

A Practical Handbook of Endocrine Imaging

1st Edition
October 22, 2025
Joseph M. Pappachan + 2 more
English
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A Practical Handbook of Endocrine Imaging is to help professionals who are not familiar with the exact role and ability of imaging in endocrine diseases. In particular, the strengths and weaknesses of different imaging modalities, their order of selection and application in endocrine diseases. Imaging is not conventionally included in medical school training and during specialist training. Understanding which imaging test to use, exactly what clinical question is addressed is key to timely diagnosis of disease. This book is a quick reference to select the order and type of imaging, to be guided through clinical scenarios with relevant imaging pathways.

Immunological Aspects of Preterm Birth

1st Edition
November 1, 2025
Irina Burd MD
English
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Immunological Aspects of Preterm Birth: Phenotypes of Preterm Birth, Immune Mechanisms, and Pathway Forward bridges reproductive immunology of preterm birth to subtypes, phenotypes, and bedside prevention and treatment. The book reviews the role of the different immune mechanisms during pregnancy that lead to preterm birth, along with the fetal programming effects that are connected to maternal immune activation. In addition, it discusses immune cells and their products and cytokines and chemokines as central for the success of the pregnancy.While our knowledge on the role of immune cells and the inflammatory process in preterm birth has grown exponentially in the last 10 years, connecting basic science to clinical science and the development of new therapeutics has not progressed as rapidly. This book assists researchers in understanding the basic immunologic mechanisms and inflammatory processes associated with preterm birth and fills an urgent need for the development of therapeutics in this space.

Advances in Biomembranes and Lipid Self-Assembly

1st Edition
Volume 41
July 8, 2025
English
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Advances in Biomembranes and Lipid Self-Assembly, Volume 41 highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters written by an international board of authors.

The Science of Tequila

1st Edition
July 1, 2025
Anne Gschaedler Mathis + 3 more
English
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The Science of Tequila is the first English language book published on Tequila production. The book contextualizes tequila with historical, social, and cultural information, covering the cultivation of the Agave tequilana plant, the stages of the tequila production process, and the characterization of the final product. Finally, the management of tequila by-products are covered, including their sustainable uses and potential as biofuels. This book will be of interest to beverage scientists interested in the distillation and fermentation of alcoholic beverages, plant scientists interested in the agave plant, and engineers in the alcoholic beverages, biorefinery, vinasses, and waste treatment industries.R&D departments at beverage companies interested in producing tequila or mezcal will also benefit from this reference.

Human-Centric Integration of 6G-Enabled Technologies for Modern Society

1st Edition
April 29, 2025
Amit Kumar Tyagi + 1 more
English
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Human-Centric Integration of 6G-Enabled Technologies for Modern Society: Fundamentals, Applications, Analysis and Challenges serves as a comprehensive reference, addressing the information needs of professionals by providing deep information about the fundamentals and applications of 6G, enabling them to make informed decisions in the dynamic landscape of advanced communication technologies. In the 23 chapters, this book introduces the reader to the 6G technology, the evolution of wireless communication, and the integration of artificial intelligence; provides the use cases and applications of 6G technology and the insights into the challenges, future trends, and emerging technologies; and includes the applications of 6G technology in remote healthcare services, patient monitoring, and medical diagnostics.Human-Ce... Integration of 6G-Enabled Technologies for Modern Society: Fundamentals, Applications, Analysis and Challenges redefines the way we connect, communicate, and collaborate with emerging technologies in this smart era of 6G technology. The title benefits from a collective wealth of knowledge and perspectives. This diversity enriches the content, providing readers with insights from various angles, setting it apart from publications authored or edited by a limited number of individuals.

Natural Biopolymers for Drug Delivery

1st Edition
March 11, 2025
Amit Kumar Nayak + 2 more
English
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Natural Biopolymers for Drug Delivery thoroughly details the properties, benefits and challenges of using these biomaterials in drug delivery, with a strong focus on biocompatibility and reduction of unwanted interactions. An extensive range of natural biopolymers are explored, such as cellulose, chitosan, casein, gelatin, cashew gum, and many more. Biocompatibility, toxicity and regulatory considerations are also thoroughly discussed, ensuring the reader is fully equipped for efficient biomaterials selection and utilization in drug delivery applications. This is a must-have reference for those working in the fields of materials science, biomedical engineering, pharmaceutical science and pharmacology, chemical engineering and clinical science.

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