Books in Life sciences

Methods for the Study of Microbial Biofilms

1st Edition
November 1, 2025
Abhishek Guldhe + 2 more
English

Methods for the study of microbial biofilms: Current Trends and Recent Advancements provides a detailed overview of the latest techniques for the study of biofilms. The book explores a wide range of methods for the characterization and study of cells within biofilms, including microscopy techniques, genomic approaches, transcriptomics, proteomic and proteogenomic tools. Computational and mathematical modelling are also covered.Chapters investigate the physiology of biofilm cells, gene expression pathways related to the formation, maturation and dispersion of biofilms, and molecular factors governing the biofilm formation and development, providing an overview of techniques that can be used at the cellular and molecular level. This book provides a broad overview of the biofilm field, along with the range of techniques that can be used to study and better understand them.

Obesity

1st Edition
November 1, 2025
Javier Gonzalez
English
Hardback
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eBook
9 7 8 0 4 4 3 2 1 9 7 0 2

Obesity: Integrating Physiological, Pathophysiological and Clinical Perspectives, a volume in Elsevier's Hot Topics in Physiology series, provides coverage across a wide range of physiological disciplines, covering obesity science at a sufficient level to be understood by physiologists who may not be an expert in all subdisciplines, and with an aim of unifying physiological perspectives on obesity. Divided into three sections, the book covers causes of obesity (e.g., regulation of energy balance), the consequences of obesity (e.g., metabolic, disease risk etc.), and strategies to prevent and/or manage obesity (e.g., bariatric surgery, pharmacotherapy, and lifestyle).This volume is published in association with the International Union of Physiological Sciences (IUPS). It will be of great interest for clinicians, dieticians, exercise physiologists, and molecular biologists.

Space Physiology

1st Edition
November 1, 2025
Alan Hargens
English
Hardback
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eBook
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Space Physiology: From Earth to Space and Back Again provides readers with new and authoritative information about current and important topics related to risks in space. The book covers translation of Earth-based physiology to astronaut health and Earth applications of space research. Topics include adaptations of various systems to space, including bone, microcirculation, microcirculation, skeletal and smooth muscles, headward fluid shifts as well as integrated countermeasures to maintain well-being and health in space.This is a volume in Elsevier’s new series Hot Topics in Physiology, published in association with the International Union of Physiological Sciences (IUPS). It is an ideal reference for academics and researchers (space physiology and medicine, rehabilitation medicine, biochemistry and cell biology, molecular biology) at Undergrad, Masters, PhD, and Post-Doc levels.

Operative Strategies in Pelvic Exenteration Surgery

1st Edition
November 1, 2025
Michael E Kelly + 1 more
English

Operative Strategies in Pelvic Exenteration Surgery is a reference for the surgical management of Pelvic Exenteration Surgery. It covers all aspects of surgery from the colorectal, urological, gynecological, and orthopedic point of view. Coverage consolidates the research of world-leaders and includes the history of exenterative study, outlining the current state and indicating future developments. The book also discusses the current surgical operative strategies for the management of locally advanced and recurrent pelvic neoplasms with illustrations, intra-op photos, and supplementary video material.Created from the experiences of an international collaboration of surgeons, this reference is the perfect reference for surgical oncologists, colorectal, gynecology, urology, and vascular surgeons as well as any group involved in complex pelvic surgery including complex open, laparoscopic, and robotic surgery.

Spider Systematics and Taxonomy

1st Edition
November 1, 2025
Dimitar Dimitrov + 1 more
English
Paperback
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eBook
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In the last decade or so, a large number of new spider species have been discovered and described, and many genera and families have been revised. Yet, a single comprehensive resource has been lacking to update spider taxonomy. Spider Systematics and Taxonomy aims to present these major developments in the field, as well as to show how technological advancements have driven these changes. Spider groups covered in most detail are those which have recently seen the most significant discoveries and changes. Later chapters highlight the impact of recent technological developments on our knowledge of spider taxonomy, with topics including phylogenomics, artificial intelligence, and novel imaging technologies. Finally, an outlook on future priorities for spider taxonomy research as well as expected developments will be explored.Spider Systematics and Taxonomy is a valuable reference with illustrations and vivid photographs included throughout to showcase spider diversity and relationships. This will serve as a key resource for arachnology researchers, graduate and postgraduate students wishing to come up to date on the latest advances in the field. Researchers in adjacent fields and those working in taxonomy generally will also benefit from this work.

Insights into Migraine Treatments

1st Edition
November 1, 2025
Massimo Filippi + 1 more
English
Paperback
9 7 8 0 4 4 3 2 3 6 4 9 5
eBook
9 7 8 0 4 4 3 2 3 6 5 0 1

Insights into Migraine Treatments: Towards Personalized Medicine provides knowledge to facilitate the choice of optimal treatment for each patient in the context of migraine care. It presents the numerous therapies to treat migraines, and the methods by which they function. Further, this book discusses the challenges of determining which option is best for a particular patient. It offers key information on efficacy, safety, and biomarkers of patient responses to currently available therapies, thereby providing a resource to help healthcare professionals choose treatments tailored to individual patients. Researchers and clinicians alike will benefit from its solution-driven perspective.Insights into Migraine Treatments: Towards Personalized Medicine discusses topics ranging from pathophysiology of migraines to acute treatments, pharmacological and non-pharmacological preventive treatments, neuroimaging and neurophysiology, all with a view toward meeting the unique needs of each migraine patient.

Lateral Flow Assays

1st Edition
November 1, 2025
Sibel Ayşıl Özkan + 1 more
English
Paperback
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eBook
9 7 8 0 4 4 3 2 3 8 8 4 0

Lateral Flow Assays: From Bench to Market provides a detailed understanding of lateral flow assays (LFAs), the technologies behind them, and their potential uses. Sections cover the key elements of LFAs before delving into a range of different LFA types, including aptamer-based and SERS-based LFAs. Applications across the biosciences and beyond are explored, such as virus detection, including Covid-19, bacteria detection, hormonal detection and cancer biomarkers. LFAs for the detection of narcotics, environmental pollutants, food additives, allergens, toxins and metabolites are also explored. The book then discusses the commercialization aspects of LFAs before looking at future developments.This book offers a complete overview of these biosensors and is an ideal reference for researchers and lab technicians across the biomedical sciences who work with these devices. It is also relevant to researchers and practitioners in food chemistry, the environmental industry, and pharmaceutical companies, in addition to those involved in the development of lateral flow devices.

Advances in Potato Chemistry and Technology

3rd Edition
November 1, 2025
Jaspreet Singh + 1 more
English

Advances in Potato Chemistry and Technology, Third Edition, is fully revised and updated to include the identification, analysis, and uses of chemical components in potatoes for food and non-food purposes.Beginning with a brief description of potato components to ensure the core foundational science is included, the book then delves into their structure, functional components, types of potatoes, their storage and optimal processing.With information on emerging areas of interest including genetic modification, role in human health, contribution toward food security, and waste reduction and utilization, Editors Singh and Kaur have gathered expert insights from around the globe.Ideal for academic and industry related food scientists, food chemists and nutritionists. It is also valuable for those working in food security and advanced level food science students.

BioMEMS Devices

1st Edition
November 1, 2025
Azrul Azlan Hamzah + 2 more
English
Paperback
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eBook
9 7 8 0 4 4 3 2 4 0 1 4 0

BioMEMS Devices covers the fundamentals of bioMEMS and discusses how MEMS are implemented into biomedical devices. The book discusses the most up-to-date technologies, including the various types of electrochemical, optical, and mechanical MEMS sensors. Other topics include bio cell and particle separation and filtration using microfluidic platform such as dielectrophoresis (DEP) and microfilters. MEMS devices for drug mixing, pumping and transdermal drug delivery using microneedles and micropumps are also discussed, along with recent advances in point-of-care diagnostics and MEMS in medical implantsThe book concludes with a discussion on integration of bioMEMS system with IoT, medical practitioners’ adaptation of the devices, market penetration, emerging technologies, and future outlooks.

The Rat Nervous System

5th Edition
November 1, 2025
George Paxinos + 1 more
English

The Rat Nervous System, Fifth Edition is an indispensable guide for researchers and students in neuroscience alike working on the rat and mouse as experimental models. The new edition will provide thorough updates throughout, including providing the latest information in an active field of research on the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nervous system as well as an introduction to their function.The fifth edition of The Rat Nervous System enables the reader to formulate sound hypotheses as well as carry out research more accurately.

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