Books in Life sciences

Brain and Organ Communication

1st Edition
September 27, 2024
Charu Mahajan + 2 more
English
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Brain and Organ Communication: Effects of Crosstalk on Neurophysiology examines the intricate relationship between the brain and other organ systems within the body. With an emphasis on homeostasis of these systems, this book also explores how various systems are related and affected by the brain injury or organ damage from a neurophysiological standpoint.This book will be most useful to researchers in neuroscience and graduate students studying neurophysiology. Those with an interest in endocrinology and clinicians in various branches of neuroscience and physiology will also find this book of interest.

Bio Refinery of Wastewater Treatment

1st Edition
September 26, 2024
Maulin P. Shah + 1 more
English
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Bio Refinery of Wastewater Treatment: Way to Generate Waste to Value focuses on the exploitation of various wastewater treatment technologies and microbial, chemical, and physical processes as tools for simultaneous value generation during treatment, degradation, detoxification, and stabilization of toxic and hazardous contaminants and restoring contaminated sites. The book provides recents advancements in integrative and cost-effective wastewater treatment strategies and stipulates all pros and cons of each strategy.Bio Refinery of Wastewater Treatment: Way to Generate Waste to Value is valuable to researchers and scientists, who are working in the field of effluent treatment plants/biodegradation of environmental contaminants for environmental protection and sustainable development.

Predictive Analytics using MATLAB(R) for Biomedical Applications

1st Edition
September 26, 2024
L. Ashok Kumar
English
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Predictive Analytics using MATLAB(R) for Biomedical Applications is a comprehensive and practical guide for biomedical engineers, data scientists, and researchers on how to use predictive analytics techniques in MATLAB(R) for solving real-world biomedical problems. The book offers a technical overview of various predictive analytics methods and covers the utilization of MATLAB(R) for implementing these techniques. It includes several case studies that demonstrate how predictive analytics can be applied to real-world biomedical problems, such as predicting disease progression, analyzing medical imaging data, and optimizing treatment outcomes.With a plethora of examples and exercises, this book is the ultimate tool for reinforcing one’s knowledge and skills.

Stem Cells in Neurotoxicology

1st Edition
Volume 12
September 25, 2024
Lucio G. Costa + 2 more
English
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Stem Cells in Neurotoxicology, Volume Twelve in the Advances in Neurotoxicology series, presents interesting chapters written by an international board of authors. Chapters in this new release include Brain organoids as a translational model of human developmental neurotoxicity, Self-organizing human neuronal cultures in the modeling of environmental impacts on learning and intelligence, Utilization of human stem cell/neural progenitor tests to examine neurotoxic impacts on differentiation, Characterization of neuronal and other cellular sub-types in human stem cell cortical neuron differentiations, Utility of human stem cell models to study persistent neurotoxicity, and Utility of human stem cell models to study chronic neurotoxicity.

Medical Image and Signal Analysis in Brain Research

1st Edition
Volume 290
September 25, 2024
Chi-Wen Jao + 1 more
English
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Progress in Brain Research, Volume 290 highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters written by an international board of authors. Chapters in this release include Image Analysis for Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 3, Brain structural network modular and connectivity alterations in subtype of patients with migraine, Brain Functional Networks and Structures that Categorize Type 2 Bipolar Disorder and Major Depression, Reinforcement Learning Classification in fNIRS Signal of Olfactory Stimulated, The method of brain-computer interface using the forehead instead of the visual area to receive SSVEP signals and signal processing, and more.Additional chapters cover The relationship between flash-induced SSVEP in DELTA frequency band and sleep, Enhancing Facial Feature De-Identification in Multi-Frame Brain Images: A Generative Adversarial Network Approach, Comparative Analysis of MRI Markers in Heat and Mechanical Pain Sensitivity, and Analysis of the Difference Between Alzheimer’s Disease, Mild Cognitive Impairment and Normal People by Using Fractal Dimensions and Small-World Network.

Neuroscience Research in Short-Duration Human Spaceflight

1st Edition
September 25, 2024
Bader Shirah
English
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Neuroscience Research in Short-duration Human Spaceflight encapsulates a groundbreaking neuroscience portfolio conducted during the Axiom Mission 2 in May 2023, offering an examination of the effects of short-duration orbital spaceflight on aspects of the human brain. Addressing limitations in existing literature, the research includes astronauts of diverse ages, genders, and ethnic backgrounds, broadening the understanding of the impact of spaceflight on human physiology. A significant aspect of the suite of studies is the validation of two novel devices providing unprecedented information about the pupillary light reflex and neuroimaging in microgravity: automated pupillometry and functional near-infrared spectroscopy. The portfolio extends to explore spaceflight-associated neuro-ocular syndrome, offering valuable contributions to the evolving field of space medicine. Furthermore, the research delves into the utilization of electroencephalography to monitor brain activity, acknowledging its potential in assessing cognitive health, stress levels, and mental workload in real time. Despite promising prospects, challenges in electroencephalography system adaptability within the International Space Station environment are highlighted, emphasizing the need for specialized design considerations. In addition, analysis is extended into the molecular biomarkers through minimally invasive blood monitoring. This book represents a pivotal advancement in space neuroscience, laying the foundation for safer space travel and fostering the development of monitoring tools crucial to observing adverse changes and potentially developing countermeasures that can aid in the establishment of a permanent human presence beyond Earth.

Inherited White Matter Disorders and Their Mimics

1st Edition
Volume 204
September 23, 2024
David S. Lynch + 1 more
English
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Inherited White Matter Disorders and Their Mimics, Volume 204 discusses where imaging abnormalities and pathology lie predominantly in the CNS white matter. Many acquired causes, such as multiple sclerosis, are readily diagnosed and familiar to the majority of neurologists. However, less common acquired causes and genetic disorders (the leukodystrophies and genetic leukoencephalopathies) often present a diagnostic challenge. The evaluation of patients with White matter disorders (WMDs) has evolved enormously in recent decades, due to advances in genetics, radiology, and the development of treatments for specific disorders. This book brings together WMD research, spanning basic science, molecular genetics, and clinical and radiological phenotyping.This volume presents both common WMDs and rare disorders according to their presentations or pathophysiology. Chapters lay out the clinical and radiological presentation of the disorder, followed by genetics and diagnostics, and finally discussion of pathophysiology and treatment. Chapter contain imaging, clinical pearls to diagnosis, and reference tables for genotype-phenotype correlation. For diagnostic work-up, easy to read algorithms are presented as well as clear guidance on indications for treatment, where applicable.

The Physics of Protein Structure and Dynamics

1st Edition
September 23, 2024
Reinhard Schweitzer-Stenner
English
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The Physics of Protein Structure and Dynamics looks at various aspects of protein structure and dynamics from a physico-chemical point of view. It goes into some depth regarding the description of non-covalent forces that determine the relative stability of folded and unfolded proteins. Anharmonic protein dynamics involving motions between different minima of a rugged Gibbs energy landscape is described in great detail. The book combines various aspects of the protein folding/unfolding processes with an overview of intrinsically disordered proteins, which have attracted considerable interest of the protein community over the last 25 years but are thus far underrepresented in classroom-oriented textbooks. The book looks at protein folding and intrinsically disordered proteins as heavily interrelated topics that need to be viewed together. Furthermore, it presents some basic physico-chemical aspects of protein/peptide self-assembly into nanoscale fibrils. Intrinsically disordered peptides and proteins play a major role particularly in aggregation and self-assembly processes that lead to various diseases (Alzheimer, Parkinson, Huntington, Mad-Cow). Therefore, the relevance of protein disorder for protein self-assembly deserves a closer look. Protein self-assembly cannot be separated from protein folding since it is frequently the product of misfolding. With regard to modern theories, the folding processes are linked to insights on protein dynamics and the discovered relationship between proteins and spin glasses.

Autism Autonomy

1st Edition
September 21, 2024
Elizabeth B. Torres
English
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Autism Autonomy: In Search of Our Human Dignity provides a new and unifying methodological framework and discusses machine learning and biometrics techniques to diagnose, characterize, and treat patterns of sensory motor control underlying autism symptoms. With the hope of improving basic research in these areas, this volume will allow readers to design better interventions and provide awareness of a number of new technologies used in the autism field. Wearable bio-sensing technologies, machine learning, and AI methods are all discussed regarding their applications to provide better self-awareness, interaction, diagnosis, and prognosis.This volume is useful for researchers and clinicians interested in learning about these new technologies and how to enhance machine learning use in ASD for the betterment of patients.

Effective Approaches to Global Health Issues

1st Edition
September 20, 2024
Manoj Sharma + 1 more
English
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Effective Approaches to Global Health Issues is a comprehensive, interdisciplinary book that explores diverse topics in global health. It serves as a valuable resource for understanding the complexities and challenges associated with global health from various perspectives. The book delves into historical contexts, health indicators, cultural influences, behavioral factors, communicable and non-communicable diseases, malnutrition, nutritional deficiencies, obesity, environmental health, population issues, women's and children's health, mental well-being, global health systems, and emerging issues in the field. It goes beyond a mere recitation of topics and provides an engaging narrative that examines the interconnectedness of global health issues.This is an essential reference for students, researchers, and professionals involved in public health, international development, and related disciplines. By providing a comprehensive understanding of global health issues and potential solutions, this book equips readers with the knowledge and tools to address the complex challenges of global health in their respective fields.

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