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  • 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.

  • The Journey from Cocoa to Chocolate

    Preserving Flavor and Bioactive Compounds
    • 1st Edition
    • Ravi Pandiselvam + 1 more
    • English
    The Journey from Cocoa to Chocolate: Preserving Flavor and Bioactive Compounds provides an end-to-end review of different pre-processing and processing methods and their effects on the nutritional, physiochemical, sensorial properties, and health benefits of cocoa. Readers will explore the journey from cocoa beans to chocolate, including recent advances in processing techniques and the utilization of cocoa by-products for improved sustainability and waste reduction. The book emphasizes cocoa's beneficial components, also including retention processing techniques that do not sacrifice sensorial properties. Readers from academia, research, food science, and the chocolate industry will benefit from this new resource.Cocoa beans contain huge sources of phytochemicals that act as both flavor agents and bioactive compounds. Care must be taken in the processing of cocoa into chocolate in order to maintain cocoa's natural health benefits while enhancing flavor to create the sweet treat we know and love.

  • Nanotechnology in Brain Tumor Treatment

    Unveiling Molecular Mechanisms and Pioneering Therapies
    • 1st Edition
    • Arun Kumar Singh + 4 more
    • English
    Nanobiotechnology in Brain Tumor Treatment: Unveiling Molecular Mechanisms and Pioneering Therapies is a groundbreaking resource that addresses the formidable challenges posed by brain tumors in oncology. This comprehensive book explores the etiology, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options for brain tumors, with a particular focus on the revolutionary impact of nanobiotechnology. By integrating cutting-edge research on nanotechnology with practical applications in neuro-oncology, this book offers a unique perspective on enhancing patient outcomes and advancing brain cancer treatment strategies.By offering a comprehensive overview of nanobiotechnology in brain tumor treatment, this resource serves as a vital tool for those involved in the research, diagnosis, and treatment of brain cancers, paving the way for innovative and personalized therapeutic approaches.

  • Human Histology

    A Text and Atlas for Physicians and Scientists
    • 2nd Edition
    • Bertalan Dudas
    • English
    Human Histology: A Text and Atlas for Physicians and Scientists, Second Edition offers full-page, low-magnification photomicrographs for organs and tissues surrounded by high-power images of the same sample. Each specimen is followed by a compact and simple-to-read description of the structures identified on the micrographs, offering a clear, visual understanding. In addition to 300 outstanding images, this new edition includes schematics of each organ for a more detailed representation, making it easier to learn. This is an invaluable resource for every clinical researcher and pathologist in need of accessible, relatively simple, but detailed information on normal histology in different organs systems.

  • Motor Control Methods and Clinical Applications

    • 1st Edition
    • Robert Chen + 1 more
    • English
    Motor Control Methods and Clinical Applications provides a detailed review on the use of non-invasive brain stimulation to study motor control. Split into two distinct parts, this new volume covers the latest research in motor control, including real examples of these methods in a clinical setting. The first part covers advanced methods such as transcranial magnetic, electrical and ultrasound stimulation, long latency, spinal reflexes, multichannel EMG, and EEG-EMG analyses that can be used to examine and modulate the motor system. The second part of the book addresses the clinical applications of these methods.

  • Metabolic Memory

    Past, Present and Future Implications
    • 1st Edition
    • Jeena Gupta
    • English
    Metabolic Memory: Past, Present and Future Implications delves into the emerging concept of metabolic memory, exploring how our body's metabolic processes retain a 'memory' of past experiences and how this impacts our current and future health. Drawing on the latest scientific research this book aims to bridge the gap between complex scientific concepts and their practical implications for everyday health and wellness. Metabolic memory has profound implications for understanding chronic diseases, particularly diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and obesity. Despite its significance, there is a lack of comprehensive resource that make this information accessible to both professionals and the general public. This book fills that gap, providing a detailed yet understandable exploration of how past metabolic states influence present and future health outcomes.

  • Brain Point-of-Care Ultrasound

    Practical Guide and Protocols
    • 1st Edition
    • Camilo N. Rodríguez + 6 more
    • English
    Brain Point-of-Care Ultrasound: Practical Guide and Protocols explores brain hemodynamics and parenchyma examination, providing an orderly and protocolized approach that facilitates individualized clinical decisions with ease. Covering ultrasound configuration, in-depth anatomical knowledge, and advanced parameters, this guide aims to integrate brain ultrasound seamlessly into the Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) modality, addressing the critical need for comprehensive patient assessment. From basic principles to specialized clinical situations, each section of this guide is meticulously crafted to empower practitioners with practical insights. Chapters explore Doppler spectral wave interpretation, angle correction nuances, autoregulation dynamics, and non-invasive pressure estimations, among others, thus enabling precise monitoring and targeted decision-making. With a focus on integration across disciplines and specialties, this book bridges the gap between classical pathology and contemporary practice, positioning brain ultrasound as a pivotal tool in the armamentarium of modern critical care.

  • Biomechanics of the Heart

    From Model to Patient
    • 1st Edition
    • Peter Bovendeerd + 3 more
    • English
    Biomechanics of the Heart: From Model to Patient provides readers with a comprehensive overview of the modeling and assessment of the heart’s biomechanics. The book addresses topics such as the physiology of normal and diseased hearts, cardiovascular imaging, modeling of myocardial tissue in the passive and active states, as well as state-of-the-art approaches for patient specific modeling of the heart’s mechanical function. This is all augmented by case studies and examples of exploitation of models for computer-aided diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of heart diseases. Readers are introduced to modeling of the heart’s anatomical and muscular structure, a review of imaging techniques to analyze the geometry, content and dynamics of the heart, as well as an in-depth look at the biomechanical properties of normal and diseased hearts. Finally, chapters cover modeling cardiac passive and contractile mechanics, biomechanical finite element simulations of the heart, patient-specific modeling of the heart and circulatory system, as well as the exploitation of models for computer-aided diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of heart diseases.

  • Artificial Intelligence Based Primary Care

    Artificial Intelligence and Human Cognition in General Practice and Family Medicine
    • 1st Edition
    • Anthony C. Chang + 5 more
    • English
    Artificial Intelligence Based Primary Care: Artificial Intelligence and Human Cognition in General Practice and Family Medicine provides a comprehensive look into the integration of artificial intelligence within primary care. This book aims to bridge the gap between data scientists and primary care clinicians by presenting potential AI applications, implementation challenges, and real-world clinical scenarios in an accessible manner. Comprised of 5 sections and 20 chapters, it offers both theoretical insights and practical guidance for family medicine practitioners.Additi... the book includes a chapter dedicated to a day in the life of a General Practitioner, showcasing the practical impact of AI. It also features an extra compendium listing the Top 100 articles and best books on Artificial Intelligence. This resource is invaluable for academics, researchers, and clinicians eager to expand their knowledge in this emerging field.

  • Fundamentals of Translational Tissue Engineering

    • 1st Edition
    • Yogesh Kumar Verma + 3 more
    • English
    Fundamentals of Translational Tissue Engineering explores the practical dimensions of tissue engineering (TE), outlining the intricate path of development of tissue engineered products. The book navigates the reader through the fundamental aspects and challenges in TE, equipping the reader with insights crucial to comprehending the journey a tissue engineered product traverses on its way to clinical translation. The first section, Material Sciences, provides the reader with a general overview covering the basics of scaffolds, biomaterials and techniques, while the larger, second section, Biological and Clinical Aspects, discussing the biological perspectives relating to tissue engineering.This is a multi-disciplinary work that will be ideal for audiences of varying levels of expertise, from the novice exploring fundamental concepts or the seasoned professionals seeking comprehensive information, readers of all backgrounds will be able to access and benefit from this tailored approach.

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