Books in Life sciences

Safety and Sustainability Aspects of Food Packaging

1st Edition
July 1, 2025
Swarna Jaiswal + 2 more
English
Paperback
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Safety and Sustainability Aspects of Food Packaging is a volume of the Sustainable Food Packaging series and serves as a comprehensive guide to the multifaceted world of food packaging. Organized into three sections, this book covers the foundations of food packaging, sustainable food packaging, and legal and regulatory aspects of food packaging. Section 1 provides an overview of the historical background and current trends in food packaging, different types of food packaging materials, and their properties and applications. Section 2 explores innovative solutions for sustainable packaging materials, packaging optimization, logistics, and carbon footprint reduction, edible and biodegradable food packaging, the environmental impact of food packaging, life cycle analysis, and design for recycling and the circular economy. Section 3 delves into regulatory and legal considerations in food packaging, consumer perception, marketing claims, safety considerations, packaging labelling, compliance, and consumer education. With the growing importance of sustainability and increasing regulatory requirements, this series of books represents a comprehensive guide to navigating this rapidly evolving landscape.

Oilseeds and Fats

1st Edition
July 1, 2025
Sanju Bala Dhull + 2 more
English
Paperback
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Oilseeds and Fats: Trait Improvement, Processing, Properties and Applications covers recent developments in the areas of oilseeds production practices, breeding, and genetic improvement for sustainable production, with an emphasis on processing technologies and nutrition. The book explores eco-friendly extraction methods, waste reduction techniques, and the potential of using waste by-products for energy production or other applications. Specific sections deal with production, breeding, processing methods, composition, and consumption trends, and then delve into oilseeds and fats origin, composition, and characteristics, as well as the principles and methods involved in processing and refining these resources.Additional sections cover oilseed crops processing, properties, and application, offering insights into the utilization of oilseeds and fats to develop new products that meet consumers' evolving preferences, thus addressing environmental concerns. With increasing awareness of environmental issues and climate change, the book underscores the significance of sustainable practices in the oilseed and fats industry.

A Practical Handbook of Endocrine Imaging

1st Edition
July 1, 2025
Joseph M. Pappachan + 2 more
English
Hardback
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eBook
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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.

African Plant-Based Products as a Source of Potent Drugs to Overcome Cancers and their Chemoresistance

1st Edition
Volume 115
July 1, 2025
Victor Kuete + 1 more
English
Hardback
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eBook
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African Plant-Based Products as a Source of Potent Drugs to Overcome Cancers and their Chemoresistance: Part 3. Potential Pharmaceuticals to Overcome Cancers and their Chemoresistance offers detailed information on the best cytotoxic phytoconstituents of African medicinal plants that could be useful for the development of efficient pharmaceuticals that could be further explored to efficiently overcome cancers and their drug resistance. The book identifies and comments on the various classes of cytotoxic African secondary metabolites. The book also clearly identifies and comments on the best cytotoxic molecules identified in African medicinal plants. The book appears an amazing tool for Scientists to have state-of-the-art of the best cytotoxic phytoconstituents from the African flora, and to boost their clinical investigations.

Protein Structure Prediction and Analysis

1st Edition
Volume 146
July 1, 2025
Rossen Donev
English
Hardback
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eBook
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Protein Structure Prediction and Analysis, Volume 146 offers a comprehensive exploration of the methodologies, tools, and techniques utilized in the prediction and analysis of protein structures. The book delves into the fundamental principles of protein folding, modeling, and computational simulations, providing insights into the intricate process of predicting the three-dimensional structures of proteins. Sections in this new release include coverage of Current approaches for protein structure prediction and design, Protein Modelling, Prediction servers and applications in molecular modelling, Toward accurate in silico prediction of antigen binding affinities in antibody engineering, Molecular Blueprints: Guiding Drug Discovery through Protein Structure Analysis, and much more.Additional sections focus on Protein Structure Prediction Using Dynamic Speciation Evolutionary Algorithm with Problem Information Aggregation, Tau protein structure and dynamics, Tau interacts with G-protein coupled receptors (GPCRs), How to accurately predict nanobody structure: Classical physics-based simulations or deep learning approaches, Medicinal Chemistry-based Novel Therapeutics for Tauopathies in Alzheimer’s Disease, Mapping the Pathogenic Nexus: Gene Overlap and Protein Interaction Networks in Alzheimer's and Breast Cancer as a Precursor to Protein Structure Prediction and Analysis, and much more.

Bioinformatics Essentials

1st Edition
July 1, 2025
Syed Mudasir Ahmad + 2 more
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Encompassing the foundational principles to advanced methodologies, Bioinformatics Essentials: Core Principles and Techniques offers a panoramic view of bioinformatics. It embarks on a journey that spans genes and genomes, sequence analysis, comparative genomics, functional genomics, and the exciting domain of protein structures and drug design. Spread over 3 parts and 7 chapters, the book describes the basic concepts in bioinformatics, genomic analysis, and ligand-based and structure-based drug designs. Each chapter is imbued with real-world context, demonstrating the practical implications of bioinformatics. Case studies, examples, and hands-on guides bridge the gap between theory and application, enabling readers to translate knowledge into tangible results. It fosters a holistic understanding of bioinformatics as an interdisciplinary field, acknowledges the evolving nature of bioinformatics, and prepares the readers for the future. Discussions on emerging trends, cutting-edge tools, and potential directions in the field of bioinformatics equip readers to stay at the forefront of advancements. Insights from both biology and computational science converge to provide a well-rounded perspective on the complex biological systems. While designed as a comprehensive guide for learners, the book also serves as a valuable reference for professionals seeking to deepen their understanding, refine their skills, and explore new avenues within bioinformatics.

Sports Physician Handbook

4th Edition
July 1, 2025
Yannis P. Pitsiladis + 1 more
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Sports Physician Handbook, the fourth edition of Team Physician Manual: International Federation of Sports Medicine (FIMS), covers all key area of activity and intervention, from the preparticipation examination to rehabilitation, drug testing, young athlete, female athlete and even environmental issues. The book also surveys the most significant classifications of sports injury, offering clear advice on fieldside assessment, diagnosis and treatment, as well as examining best practice in general aspects of sports medicine, such as prevention and the psychology of injury. Sports Physician Handbook continues the high caliber of authorship from a team of world-leading physicians and scientists from around the world. In short, the fourth edition represents a ‘must have’ reference for any doctor, scientists, physical therapist, or medical professional working in sport.

Healthcare Frontiers in the Metaverse

1st Edition
June 30, 2025
Shalli Rani
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Healthcare Frontiers in the Metaverse: Innovations and Impacts provides a deeper comprehension of the metaverse's revolutionary effects on patient care, medical education, and operational procedures in the healthcare sector. The book Includes both the fundamentals of patient experience, provider practices, and the overall framework of the healthcare business as the democratisation of medical education through virtual simulations and the individualised care enabled by AI-driven diagnostics. In 14 chapters “Healthcare Frontiers in the Metaverse: Innovations and Impacts” leads the reader to an introduction to, definition, elements, treatment and diagnostic in healthcare in metaverse, the next evolution in social connection and the successor to the mobile internet. It describes the role of robots and give a view on the future scope and challenges. " Exploration of Healthcare in Metaverse: Innovations and Impacts” serves as a road map for technologists and policymakers influencing the direction of healthcare as well as a help book for medical practitioners integrating metaverse technologies into their practice.

Exploring Non-Invasive Disease Biomarkers with Urinary Omics Analysis

1st Edition
June 30, 2025
Arup Giri + 2 more
English
Paperback
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eBook
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Exploring Non-Invasive Disease Biomarkers with Urinary Omics Analysis provides a transformative journey through the intricate world of non-invasive diagnostics. This comprehensive volume covers the molecular foundations of urinary biomarkers, shedding light on the intricate signatures indicative of various pathological conditions and elucidating the mechanisms behind their release into urine. Readers will gain invaluable insights into cutting-edge analytical technologies, methodologies, and data integration techniques essential for biomarker discovery. From genomic approaches to transcriptomics, proteomics, and metabolomics, each chapter provides a thorough examination of the latest advancements, accompanied by practical guidance and case studies showcasing their clinical applications across diverse health conditions. Whether unraveling the mysteries of renal disorders, metabolic syndromes, or infectious diseases, this book equips professionals and students alike with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the complexities of urinary omics, revolutionize personalized medicine, and advance transformative healthcare solutions.

Regulated Cell Death in Neurodegenerative Disorders

1st Edition
June 29, 2025
Heba Mohamed Mansour + 1 more
English
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In the realm of neurodegeneration, the intricate balance between life and death within cells is a subject of profound importance and intrigue. Regulated Cell Death (RCD) has become a key focus of research, shedding light on its complex mechanisms and implications for various neurodegenerative disorders.Regulated Cell Death in Neurodegenerative Disorders explores the discovery, features, and implications of RCD in the context of neurodegenerative diseases. Each chapter delves into different RCD mechanisms, such as apoptosis, necroptosis, ferroptosis, pyroptosis, and autophagy-mediated cell death, providing unique insights into cellular demise in different neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, Multiple sclerosis, Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, and Huntington’s disease.Regulated Cell Death in Neurodegenerative Disorders features 14 chapters written by renowned experts in this field. Explore the complex world of RCD, covering its origins, mechanisms, and impact on neurodegenerative diseases, providing valuable insights into treatment options and therapeutic targets. Discover the diverse aspects of RCD modalities, the importance of chaperones, kinases, growth factors, inflammaging, mitochondrial dynamics, oxidative stress, and targeted strategies to prevent cell death in neurodegenerative disorders. This book covers molecular, cellular, and pharmacological mechanisms in all chapters from an applied science perspective.This book not only shares knowledge but also offers hope by presenting therapeutic strategies to modulate RCD for combating neurodegenerative diseases. It reflects the ongoing pursuit of understanding, innovative treatments, and unraveling the mysteries surrounding cellular death in neurodegenerative contexts.

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