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    • Humanizing Artificial Touch

      Skin, Sensing, and Structures
      • 1st Edition
      • John-John Cabibihan
      • English
      Humanizing Artificial Touch: Skin, Sensing, and Structures contains recent advances in artificial skin modelling and robotic tactile sensing technologies, integrating these in the structure of an artificial hand mimicking its important features. This book will give special treatment to the relationship between the artificial skin material and embedded tactile sensors, describing how artificial skin and embedded sensors can be designed and constructed using 3D printing technologies with case examples on how these were created for amputees achieve a more a natural and rich human-robot tactile interaction.This book is oriented towards students, researchers, and clinical practitioners who are working in the design and construction of artificial hands for prosthetics and social robotics.

    • Exploring Health Benefits of Phenolic Compounds in Food By-Products and Functional Foods

      • 1st Edition
      • Abdur Rauf + 1 more
      • English
      Exploring Health Benefits of Phenolic Compounds in Food By-Products and Functional Foods investigates the diverse sources of bioactive compounds found in various foods and their physiological effects on the human body. This comprehensive volume emphasizes the chemical structures that maximize nutritional benefits, offering insights into how different phenolic compounds can improve health and manage diseases. From fruits and vegetables to marine sources and microbial fermentation, this book highlights new developments in phenolic compounds and functional food research.The book also delves into the functional attributes of ingredients like mushrooms and pomegranates, exploring the potential of flavonoids and antibacterial agents in certain fruits and vegetables to promote healing and overall health. Chapter authors discuss the role of bioactive compounds in areas such as weight management, gut health, sports nutrition, cardiovascular health, and more.

    • 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.

    • Nanotechnological Innovations for Dairy Products

      Applications from Farm to Fork
      • 1st Edition
      • Ravi Pandiselvam + 2 more
      • English
      Nanotechnological Innovations for Dairy Products: Application from Farm to Fork offers an overview of the prominent, cutting-edge nanotechnology applications throughout the entire dairy supply chain, from farm-level production to consumer consumption. It will explore how nanotechnology can improve milk quality, extend shelf life, enhance nutritional value, and enable controlled release of bioactive compounds. It will also highlight the importance of ethical considerations, consumer acceptance, and transparency in the adoption of nanotechnology in the dairy industry. Written and edited by a team of international experts, Nanotechnological Innovations for Dairy Products: Application from Farm to Fork will guide researchers and industry stakeholders in implementing nanotechnology solutions in their practices and inspire future research and discoveries.

    • 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.

    • Advances in Noncoding RNA Diagnostics and Therapeutics in Immunity and Cancer

      • 1st Edition
      • Afsar Naqvi + 1 more
      • English
      Advances in Noncoding RNA Diagnostics and Therapeutics in Immunity and Cancer offers an in-depth exploration of the pivotal role noncoding RNAs play in immune-mediated diseases and various cancers. This essential volume provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of how noncoding RNAs influence immune responses, drive inflammation, and contribute to cancer progression. By presenting the latest research on noncoding RNA mechanisms, interactions, and functions, the book positions these molecules as promising biomarkers and therapeutic targets. Researchers and clinicians will find valuable insights into the diagnostic and therapeutic potential of noncoding RNAs within this rapidly evolving field.Beyond foundational concepts, the book discusses subjects such as the role of virus-encoded microRNAs in immune evasion, therapeutic applications in hepatocellular carcinoma, and the impact of microRNAs on periodontal inflammation. It further examines how miRNAs and lncRNAs regulate the tumor microenvironment, the functions of tumor-derived exosomes, and the panorama of noncoding RNA in prostate cancer.

    • Medicinal Plant Biotechnology for Ameliorated Secondary Metabolite Production

      • 1st Edition
      • Saikat Gantait + 3 more
      • English
      Medicinal Plant Biotechnology for Ameliorated Secondary Metabolite Production offers important insights into the latest approaches for enhancing and optimizing the beneficial aspects of these important plants. It encompasses micropropagation, cell-culture methodologies, genetic transformation, genome editing, analysis of secondary metabolites with chromatograph, and the preservation of plant genetic resources. Biological technologies encompass a broad range of techniques that can be used in different fields of environmental science, agriculture and the development of medicines.The potential benefits include enhanced plant protection, genetic engineering, tissue culture, bioprocessing, and genome editing for enhancing secondary metabolites. In addition to their use in treating conditions, medicinal plants contribute to biodiversity, conservation, and economic development. They are valued for their secondary metabolites and bioactive compounds. This book in the Medicinal and Industrial Plants and Products series presents the latest information across a broad spectrum of plant biotechnology, advancing understanding of approaches to ensure plant health improvement.

    • Targeting Intercellular Communication with Nanomedicine and Advanced Therapeutics

      • 1st Edition
      • Lara Scheherazade Milane + 1 more
      • English
      Targeting Intercellular Communication with Nanomedicine and Advanced Therapeutics provides a thorough exploration of intercellular communication and its impact on modern therapeutic approaches. The book addresses the complex interactions between cells, which play a critical role in the development and progression of diseases such as cancer, neurological disorders, metabolic diseases, and inflammatory or immune conditions. By offering a well-rounded perspective, it fills a crucial gap in our understanding of how various communication mechanisms intersect and influence both disease pathology and treatment strategies, making it a valuable reference for researchers and professionals in drug development and delivery.In addition to its comprehensive overview, the book is systematically organized into fourteen chapters covering key topics such as biological targets, overcoming biological barriers, and mechanisms of internalization. It offers detailed discussions on tunneling nanotubes, extracellular vesicles, and the interface between immune and non-immune systems across different diseases. The text also examines the significance of mitochondrial exchange and the crosstalk among different forms of intercellular communication.

    • Geriatric Neurosurgery in Clinical Practice

      • 1st Edition
      • Joe M. Das
      • English
      Geriatric Neurosurgery: An Evidence-Based Approach is an essential resource that provides a thorough and modern overview of geriatric neurosurgery. This volume compiles the latest research and clinical practice guidelines, offering practical advice for clinicians caring for elderly patients. It delves into a range of topics, including the management of common neurosurgical conditions in elderly patients, surgical techniques, postoperative care, and the integration of multidisciplinary approaches to enhance patient outcomes. Users will find this to be an invaluable reference for practicing neurosurgeons, neurosurgery residents, neurologists, geriatric physicians, and researchers seeking clear and concise information on current treatments and procedures for geriatric neurosurgery.

    • Glial Mechanisms in Sleep and Circadian Biology

      • 1st Edition
      • Marcos G. Frank
      • English
      Glial Mechanisms in Sleep and Circadian Biology presents a comprehensive and up-to-date discussion of the role of glial cells in numerous, often unexpected, aspects of sleep. It seamlessly links glial cell activity to the multi-system processes that affect sleep. Experts in the field discuss how glial cells influence the sleep-wake cycle, the accumulation and discharge of sleep drive, the timing of sleep and wake across the 24-hour day, and how glial cells may govern important sleep functions (e.g., brain plasticity and metabolism). This is a book that could well change scientists’ and practitioners’ traditional beliefs about the factors underlying sleep.Users will find the book's content at the forefront of one of the hottest topics in basic sleep research. Over the last decade, scientists have made breakthrough discoveries revealing that sleep is not only a product of neurons, but of neuronal-glial interactions.

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