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  • Nanocellulose from Agricultural Biomass

    Fundamentals, Performance, and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • N. M. Nurazzi + 1 more
    • English
    Nanocellulose from Agricultural Biomass: Fundamentals, Performance, and Applications provides an extensive exploration of advances in deriving nanocellulose from renewable agricultural resources. The book covers the entire spectrum, from the origins and significance of agricultural biomass to traditional and modern isolation methods, including chemical, mechanical, chemomechanical and enzymatic routes. It examines the morphology, structure and properties of nanocellulose and the sustainable, cost-effective production techniques that make agricultural feedstocks an attractive alternative to chemically produced material, before addressing surface modification, functionalization and composite fabrication with thermoplastic and thermosetting matrices.Organised into fundamentals, fabrication and applications, the book explores cutting-edge uses in biomedical materials, electronics, environmental remediation, structural applications, packaging, 3D printing and propellants, supported by detailed case studies, performance evaluations and cost analysis. It is designed for researchers, industry professionals and postgraduate students working with natural fibres, nanocellulose and polymer composites and interested in sustainable product development.

  • Elementary Kinetic Modelling in Catalytic Reaction Engineering

    • 1st Edition
    • Joris W. Thybaut + 5 more
    • English
    Elementary Kinetic Modelling in Catalytic Reaction Engineering is a practical focused text that brings together the relevant basics for reaction engineering and shows their applications to a wide variety of examples, whilst looking at the intrinsic kinetics data acquisition, reaction mechanism elucidation, elementary step-based modelling and model-based design and optimization involved.The book aims at spanning the entire process from acquisition of the relevant data in dedicated experimental set-ups, over the proper treatment of the data and the corresponding interpretation up to the quantification of the gained understanding in a model. The latter aspect allows the reader to challenge the interpretation made of the data and design subsequent experiments or improve the interpretation/model formulation. The coverage is not just limited to the generic (theoretical) principles but will also carefully consider and explain their application to a variety of real-life applications including gas- and liquid-phase reactions, heterogeneously catalyzed reactions involving adsorption either in the Henry regime or at full saturation of the catalyst or combined homogeneous-heteroge... reactions.Elementary Kinetic Modelling in Catalytic Reaction Engineering is written primarily for graduate students and postdoc researchers in chemical engineering or applied industrial chemistry studying chemical reaction engineering and catalysis, as well as physical chemists studying kinetics.

  • Tailoring Light Emission with Nanostructured Materials

    • 1st Edition
    • Rehana P. Ummer + 2 more
    • English
    Tailoring Light Emission with Nanostructured Materials provides a comprehensive overview of the latest advances and emerging technologies in the field of nanostructured light emitters, offering insights into potential research directions. The book explores the theoretical foundations, experimental techniques, and characterization methods used in the development of novel light emitters in various industries, including electronics, lighting, displays, and medical devices, providing up-to-date information on the latest innovations in nanostructured materials for light emitting applications, along with valuable insights on the latest materials, fabrication techniques, and applications driving innovation in the sector. The book covers a range of applications, from medical devices and environmental sensors to consumer electronics and communication systems, providing practical examples in all cases. Identifying and applying the right light-emitting materials for specific applications across various industries can be challenging, and finding efficient yet cost-effective materials for light emitters is a common concern for researchers and industry professionals. This book addresses both of these challenges in addition to considering the environmental impact of various materials, discussing sustainable alternatives and practices in the development and application of light emitters.

  • Water Scarcity

    Disciplinary Perspectives and International Experiences Revisited
    • 1st Edition
    • Antonio A. R. Ioris
    • English
    Water Scarcity: Disciplinary Perspectives and International Experiences Revisited revisited delves into water scarcity and abundance by examining their evolution and the diverse responses they have provoked across the Global North and South. Through a multidimensional lens and edited by experts in the fields of water science, this comprehensive book explores trends in both inland and coastal regions, the complex interplay between urban and rural areas, and the pivotal roles of technology, community, and gender in shaping responses to scarcity. Drawing from scientific, academic, and grassroots perspectives, the book exposes how exclusionary policies, and technocratic solutions often perpetuate scarcity, while fleeting abundances are manufactured to serve political or operational interests. By critically assessing the moral, legal, and economic bases of water allocation, and highlighting both obstacles and innovative pathways to development, this is a necessary guide to students and researchers of Environmental Science offering and nuanced understanding of water scarcity.

  • Models and Methods for Synthetic Aperture Radar Remote Sensing

    From Physics to Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Pasquale Imperatore + 2 more
    • English
    Models and Methods for Synthetic Aperture Radar Remote Sensing: From Physics to Applications expansively outlines the use of SAR remote sensing in Earth Observation, offering state-of-the-art methodologies, broad applications and use cases, and a multidisciplinary approach. It explores basic and advanced methods, accompanied by practical applications and case studies, fostering a deep understanding and facilitating real-world problem solving in Earth Observation. Models and Methods for Synthetic Aperture Radar Remote Sensing provides invaluable insights into SAR technologies, enhancing research quality and relevance through reproducible methodology for Earth Observation and remote sensing researchers and academics, or Earth and Environmental scientists employing remote sensing techniques.

  • Advanced Composites and Nanocomposites for Innovative Wastewater Treatment and Water Management

    • 1st Edition
    • Abou el Kacem Qaiss + 2 more
    • English
    Advanced Composites and Nanocomposites for Innovative Wastewater Treatment and Water Management explores how cutting-edge materials can revolutionize wastewater management. The book aims to merge the latest research and technological advancements in composites and nanocomposites, offering practical applications that enhance the efficiency, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness of water treatment processes. It is timely due to increasing global water resource pressures from pollution, population growth, and climate change. The book covers new developments in materials science, including: the properties and types of composites and nanocomposites and their applications in wastewater treatment and water management. The content is structured to include foundational knowledge, detailed analyses, practical applications, sustainability discussions, and future trends. The book will be a valuable reference resource for materials scientists, environmental engineers, policymakers, and industry practitioners.

  • Supercritical Fluids in Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Technologies

    From Controlled Drug Release Formulation to Tissue Engineering
    • 1st Edition
    • Giovanna Della Porta
    • English
    Supercritical Fluids in Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Technologies: From Controlled Drug Release Formulation to Tissue Engineering describes the well-studied, but previously not well summarised supercritical fluid technologies useful for pharmaceutical and biomedical applications. Supercritical technologies have been described over the last 20 years as innovative and capable of solving many problems relating to conventional chemical processes such as extraction, crystallization, foaming, drying precipitation, aerogels fabrications. This is generally true but there remain exceptions and limitations. Featuring extensive case studies and examples presenting from lab-scale to industrial scale, the author highlights the innovations of the described processes, but also their drawbacks, such as the difficulties to generalize the process application to several drugs and biomolecules. The book provides a critical overview on the necessity of process optimization case-by case that have limited the use of these dense gases in larger scale pharmaceutical or biomedical industrial production.Supercrit... Fluids in Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Technologies: From Controlled Drug Release Formulation to Tissue Engineering will appeal to graduate and postdoc level students and researchers primarily in chemistry, pharmaceutical chemistry, and chemical engineering. R&D scientists at pharma and biotech companies and postdoc students studying advanced pharmaceutical technologies for drug delivery and tissue engineering, medical biomedical technology and bioengineering will also find the book useful for reference.

  • Energy Risk and Energy Justice in Energy Markets

    Economic, Financial and Environmental Consequences
    • 1st Edition
    • Muhammad Shahbaz + 1 more
    • English
    Energy Risk and Energy Justice in Energy Markets: Economic, Financial and Environmental Consequences addresses the intersection of energy risk, justice, and their economic, financial, and environmental consequences. The book presents a systematic exploration of energy risk and justice, drawing on advanced econometric methods and empirical studies. Chapters cover critical topics such as energy risk and environmental quality, financial development, economic impacts, and the role of justice in shaping outcomes. Dedicated sections address methods and models for assessment, climate finance case studies, and the integration of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors.The book equips its audience with actionable insights and state-of-the-art research to address the challenges of energy transition, climate change mitigation, and sustainable development. By bridging gaps in the current literature, it empowers users to design and implement evidence-based policies, advance research, and contribute to the global discourse on energy equity and sustainability.

  • Industrial Process Scale-up

    A Practical Innovation Guide from Idea to Commercial Implementation
    • 3rd Edition
    • Jan Harmsen
    • English
    Industrial Product and Process Scale-up: A Practical Innovation Guide from Idea to Commercial Implementation, Third Edition serves as a comprehensive guide for all aspects of process and product scale-up from idea generation, through R&D, engineering, procurement, construction to implementation, providing insights on identifying and mitigating risks associated with commercial scale implementation - providing insights on identifying and mitigating risks associated with commercial scale implementation. The Third Edition introduces new strategies for product scale-up and integrating product and process scale-up across six innovation stages, offering methods for pilot plant decision-making, scale-down processes, and evaluation criteria for demo-plant versus commercial scale plant selection. Special emphasis is placed on unit operation scale-up methods and intensified process steps to aid decision-making during the feasibility stage, benefiting industries like pharma and active pharma ingredients. This book will be a valuable guide to researchers in industry, working to scale-up products and processes across commercial sectors. This book will also be a very useful guide to late-stage students and academics working in industrial chemical process engineering.

  • Remote Sensing and AI for Climate-Driven Hazard Assessment

    Geospatial Approaches to Risk, Monitoring, and Mitigation
    • 1st Edition
    • Aqil Tariq + 1 more
    • English
    Remote Sensing and AI for Climate-Driven Hazard Assessment: Geospatial Approaches to Risk, Monitoring, and Mitigation addresses the urgent need for advanced geospatial tools to manage increasing climate-related hazards. This volume combines satellite data, GIS technologies, and artificial intelligence to improve hazard detection, risk assessment, and mitigation strategies. It is designed for researchers, environmental scientists, GIS specialists, and policymakers working on climate vulnerability and disaster risk reduction. The book offers a structured approach across chapters, covering theory, data sources, analytical methods, and practical case studies from regions like the UAE, China, and Southeast Asia, emphasizing real-world applications. Its regional focus and integration of cutting-edge analytics enable professionals to develop innovative solutions for urban resilience and climate adaptation. By bridging foundational knowledge with advanced geospatial analysis, this reference empowers users to make data-driven decisions, enhance disaster preparedness, and support sustainable development in a changing climate.

  • Atomic Layer Deposition: Chemistry, Processing, and Applications

    • 1st Edition
    • Xiangbo Meng + 1 more
    • English
    Atomic Layer Deposition: Chemistry, Processing, and Applications offers a systematic overview of ALD, highlighting its scientific foundations, surface chemistry, and processing techniques. The book explores the origin and evolution of ALD, along with its key applications across various fields, making it an essential reference for understanding this versatile technology. The book is organized into four main parts: Fundamentals of ALD, ALD in Semiconductors, Heterogeneous Catalysis, and Emerging Applications. It covers topics such as precursors, characterization methods, and advanced processing strategies. Readers will find detailed insights into ALD’s role in memory devices, interconnects, catalysts, energy storage, photovoltaics, water treatment, and innovative fields like additive manufacturing and pharmaceuticals.Atom... Layer Deposition: Chemistry, Processing, and Applications is an invaluable resource for researchers, engineers, and students in chemistry, physics, materials science, nanotechnology, and related disciplines.

  • Emerging Technologies in Industrial Waste Clarification

    Pollutant Mitigation and Resource Recovery
    • 1st Edition
    • Jayato Nayak + 4 more
    • English
    Industrial wastewater is one of the biggest challenges for sustainability, as traditional treatment methods often fall short in dealing with today’s complex pollutants. Emerging Technologies in Industrial Waste Clarification: Pollutant Mitigation and Resource Recovery brings together new Physico-chemical and biological approaches that aim to make treatment more effective and sustainable. The book covers a wide range of industries, including pharmaceuticals, textiles, petrochemicals, food, energy, metallurgy and e-waste. It highlights not just the types of wastes and their impact, but also the new solutions being developed such as microbial remediation, nanotechnology, advanced oxidation, membrane processes, and resource recovery techniques. Several chapters also show how case studies and pilot-scale work are moving these technologies from research to practice. In addition, the book considers global policies, regulatory frameworks, and the 3R principles (reduce, reuse, recycle), which are essential for large-scale adoption. Written for researchers, engineers, policymakers, and industry professionals, this book connects current research with practical applications and policy needs. It offers both technical insights and real-world relevance, helping readers understand how innovative waste treatment can support a circular economy and reduce environmental impact.

  • Methanol Synthesis from CO2

    Towards Achieving Carbon Neutrality
    • 1st Edition
    • Lebohang Macheli + 3 more
    • English
    Methanol Synthesis from CO2: Towards Achieving Carbon Neutrality explores the conversion of CO2 into methanol, a vital step towards carbon neutrality, and delves into the intricate chemical reactions, catalytic mechanisms, and engineering strategies that underpin this transformative process. By addressing the global carbon challenge, the book emphasizes the urgent need to repurpose CO2 from a harmful pollutant into a valuable feedstock, paving the way for a sustainable future powered by methanol. The book covers a wide array of topics, including the historical evolution of methanol synthesis, sustainable feedstocks, and advanced catalytic methods. Readers will gain insights into reaction mechanisms, process technologies, and the role of artificial intelligence in optimizing production. Additionally, the book examines the environmental and economic implications of methanol synthesis, providing a holistic view of its potential applications across various industries, from fuel blending to chemical manufacturing. This is an essential resource for researchers, engineers, policymakers, and industry professionals in fields such as chemical engineering, environmental science, and renewable energy.

  • PEGylated Nanocarriers

    Applications in Drug Delivery
    • 1st Edition
    • Prashant Kesharwani
    • English
    PEGylated Nanocarriers: Applications in Drug Delivery explores the essential properties of PEG that contribute to the creation of long circulating nanocarriers while also examining the significant biological and pharmacological impacts of PEGylation and extended circulation. The book provides a detailed review of the preparation, properties, and applications of various long-circulating PEGylated nanocarriers, such as liposomes, nanoparticles, dendrimers, carbon nanotubes, and more. Key chapters also include analysis of the challenges, biological toxicity, and safety issues associated with PEGylated nanocarriers, enabling better clinical translation.This book will be of interest to researchers and academics in the fields of biomaterials, pharmaceutical science, and polymer science who have an interest in developing PEGylated drug delivery systems for therapeutics.

  • Metal Oxides in Batteries

    • 1st Edition
    • Feng Liang + 1 more
    • English
    Metal Oxides in Batteries addresses the development of high-performance electrode and electrolyte materials essential for next-generation energy storage devices. With increasing demand for efficient, stable, and sustainable batteries, this reference fills the need for a comprehensive analysis of metal oxides-based materials and their roles in various battery chemistries. The book covers fundamental and applied aspects of metal oxides, including insertion and conversion type anodes, cathodes, catalysts for metal–air batteries, and electrolytes for solid-state batteries. It also discusses doping, coating, three-dimensional structuring, and nanocrystallization strategies to optimize performance. This book will be of interest to materials scientists, inorganic chemists, electrochemists, and industry researchers working with the synthesis, design, and application of metal oxide materials for batteries.

  • Intelligent Cockpit Design in the Automotive Industry

    Architecture, Principles, and Automotive-Grade Chips
    • 1st Edition
    • Huimin Zhang
    • English
    Intelligent Cockpit Design in the Automotive Industry: Architecture, Principles, and Automotive-Grade Chips provides a comprehensive analysis of the principles and architecture of multiple subsystems, basic software, and applications/service... of the intelligent cockpit. It also reviews the principles and practices of the underlying technology of SoC or System on a Chip (SoCs integrate multiple components onto a single chip, offering advantages like reduced power consumption, smaller form factors, and enhanced performance). Sections focus on the origins, background, and system architecture of the intelligent cockpit and the architecture, principles, and core technologies of the software and hardware technologies required for the intelligent cockpit.Content covers vehicle buses, high-speed video transmission technology, data connection technology, display subsystems, visual subsystems, audio subsystems, basic software, applications, and services. The final part mainly focuses on the technical principles, design examples, and development trends of intelligent cockpit SoCs, covering cockpit SoC computing power evaluation standards, SoC design principles, automotive-grade chip evaluation standards, functional safety design principles, and future evolution paths

  • Mechanical Joining by Material Flow

    • 1st Edition
    • Mohammad Mehdi Kasaei + 4 more
    • English
    Mechanical Joining by Material Flow provides sought-after experimental information on process design, process modeling, and joint characterization techniques for students, researchers, and engineering professionals who want to learn about advanced joining systems for lightweight materials. Chapters cover mechanical joining by plastic deformation, including clinching and self-piercing riveting, and friction-based processes, such as friction stir welding to form a mechanical joint. Though these processes are mainly used to establish metallurgical bonding, their unique characteristics and the material flow they generate has led to an increased use of these techniques for joining difficult-to-weld materials.Other sections introduce innovative technologies developed based on material flow to meet existing industry needs to join materials with different structural properties in different scales or shapes. To furnish readers with a more usefully comprehensive coverage, the team of experts behind the book has included methodological principles as well as discussions on advantages, drawbacks, and future directions of each technique, alongside application examples and case studies.

  • Accounting for the Generation and Discharge of Pollutants from Industrial Sources for Precise Environmental Management

    • 1st Edition
    • Qi Qiao + 2 more
    • English
    Accounting for the Generation and Discharge of Pollutants from Industrial Sources for Precise Environmental Management advances scientific understanding by systematically analyzing the laws governing pollutant production and release in China's industrial sectors. The book introduces innovative core technologies, including the modular Pollution Generation and Discharge Modular Accounting (PGDMA) model, parameter quantification methods, and data quality control systems, all supported by practical case studies from the sugar manufacturing, thermal power, iron and steel, and photovoltaic industries.Balancing theoretical depth with practical application, the content is organized into detailed chapters covering industry classification standards, pollution coefficients, industrial production characteristics, the PGDMA model, parameter quantification techniques, dynamic coefficient management, and future prospects. It offers a step-by-step guide from workshop division to emission accounting, including stratified sampling methods and coding systems for pollution sources.This book is an indispensable resource for environmental engineering technicians, industrial environmental managers, ecological supervision staff, and researchers. It serves as a practical tool for pollution prevention, discharge permit management, and environmental statistics, supporting sustainable industrial development and environmental protection.

  • Computational Response Control in Structures

    Theory, Optimization, and Artificial Intelligence Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Salar Farahmand-Tabar
    • English
    Computational Response Control in Structures: Theory, Optimization, and Artificial Intelligence Application integrates theory, optimization techniques, and artificial intelligence (AI) applications to provide a thorough understanding of various control methods, including passive, semi-active, active, and hybrid, as well as other specific structural types such as low-rise and high-rise buildings, bridges, and other structures. The role of AI in structural control, optimization techniques for enhancing control performance, and the emergence of smart structures are each discussed as well, with a focus on combining theoretical foundations with practical applications, showcasing case studies and real-world examples to illustrate the implementation of control systems.How machine learning models can be leveraged to improve the performance of metaheuristic techniques is outlined, and the integration of AI and optimization techniques into structural control is highlighted, equipping readers with the knowledge and tools needed to develop efficient control strategies for a wide range of structures and enabling them to address the complexities and uncertainties encountered in structural control applications.

  • Marine Biodiversity Valuation Assessments

    Ecological, Economic and Socio-Cultural Valuation Methods
    • 1st Edition
    • Daryl Burdon + 2 more
    • English
    Marine Biodiversity Valuation Assessments: Ecological, Economic and Socio-Cultural Valuation Methods explores the principles and practice of valuing marine biodiversity through a multidisciplinary lens, beginning with the conceptual framework that link biodiversity to natural capital, ecosystem services, and societal benefits. It provides practical methodologies for assessing ecological, physical, economic, and socio-cultural values, including step-by-step guides for ecological value assessment, natural capital accounting, and environmental valuation, alongside innovative approaches like the Complementary Accounting Network which captures the multifaceted benefits of biodiversity beyond monetary terms. Featuring a diverse range of international case studies spanning coastal, insular, and marine ecosystems in tropical and temperate waters across multiple continents, oceans, and hemispheres, the book demonstrates how these valuation methods can be applied and integrated across different marine contexts, offering vital insights for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers striving for more holistic and effective marine environmental management.

  • Progress in Optics

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 72
    • English
    Optics series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters. Each chapter is written by an international board of authors.

  • Doing Bayesian Data Analysis

    A Tutorial With R, Stan, brms, and the tidyverse
    • 3rd Edition
    • John K. Kruschke + 1 more
    • English
    Doing Bayesian Data Analysis: A Tutorial with R, Stan, brms, and the tidyverse, Third Edition, provides a carefully scaffolded tutorial from beginning concepts to advanced, realistic data analyses. The book uses a proven sequence of topics unique to Doing Bayesian Data Analysis. The first part covers foundational concepts of statistical models, probability, Bayesian reasoning, and computer programming in R and the tidyverse. The second part introduces all the concepts and methods of Bayesian data analysis, including the Stan modeling language, by using the simplest possible data structures and statistical models. The third part covers the generalized linear model, including multilevel (a.k.a. hierarchical) versions of regression and analysis of variance, for a variety of data types (metric, ordinal, nominal, dichotomous, count), using the convenient computer package called brms. Every concept and case is illustrated with detailed examples, and all computer code is available at the book’s website. This book is intended for self-learners or classroom learning, for first-year graduate students, advanced undergraduates, and professionals. The methods apply to any field, including social sciences, biological sciences, and physical sciences, for any setting, including academia, government, business, and industry.

  • Trophic Rewilding

    Research, Policy and Practice
    • 1st Edition
    • Iain Gordon + 1 more
    • English
    Trophic Rewilding: Research, Policy and Practice provides a unique, up-to-date resource for environmental professionals seeking the latest guidance on ecosystem restoration and rewilding. Written and edited by a global team of experts, the book highlights the evidence for trophic interactions that form the basis of rewilding efforts. It demonstrates the importance of such evidence in the development of policy and ground management. Early chapters discuss the scientific, regulatory, economic, and ethical background of trophic rewilding, while latter chapters describe approaches to trophic rewilding in diverse settings and delve into successes and lessons learned from global case studies. With the biodiversity crisis continuing unabated, there are growing calls for new approaches to species and ecosystem recovery in landscapes that have been impacted by human activities. Trophic rewilding is one such approach whereby species reintroductions are used to engender top-down ecological processes and trophic cascades to promote self-regulating biodiverse ecosystems. This book provides the latest updates on the topics presented and is an indispensable resource for researchers, policymakers, and practitioners in rewilding projects and programs, as well as undergraduate and postgraduate students interested in environmental restoration and management.

  • Machine Learning and AI for Advanced Experimental Mechanics and Materials Design

    • 1st Edition
    • Alok Behera + 2 more
    • English
    Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence in Experimental Mechanics and Materials Design is a comprehensive resource on machine learning and artificial intelligence tailored to experimental mechanics and materials design. The book demonstrates how to apply ML and AI in experimental settings through real-world case studies, effectively accelerating materials discovery and design processes. The ethical complexities associated with ML and AI in experimental research are explored, equipping readers with the knowledge to address biases and ethical dilemmas responsibly. Using a problem-solving approach, the book describes how to overcome daily challenges encountered in experimental mechanics and materials design with practical solutions and methodologies.Finall... the book provides insights into adopting best practice for the implementation of research outcomes by setting out current trends and future opportunities in this rapidly developing field.

  • Smart Thin Films and Nanomaterials for the Fourth Industrial Revolution and Beyond

    • 1st Edition
    • Velumani Subramaniam + 4 more
    • English
    Smart Thin Films and Nanomaterials for the Fourth Industrial Revolution and Beyond overviews various smart thin films and nanomaterials, offering information on their synthesis, properties, and applications that utilize their electrical, magnetic, and optical properties. By providing insights into these functional materials, the book presents potential pathways for exploring novel phases, optimizing their properties, and tailoring them to suitable forms prior to prototype testing for a range of applications. It focuses on different classes of smart nanomaterials targeting a broad spectrum of disciplines and applications – including engineering, medicine, biotechnology and materials science – that are all aligned with the evolution of Industry 4.0.Smart nanomaterials are notable for their advantages over other materials in the areas of cost, ease of processing, and tunable magnetic, electrical, and optical properties, and they show great promise for the development of the Fourth Industrial Revolution and beyond.

  • Marine Operations of Offshore Wind Turbines

    Autonomous Systems and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Zhengru Ren
    • English
    Marine Operations of Offshore Wind Turbines: Autonomous Systems and Applications, a new release in Elsevier's Wind Energy Engineering series, draws on the latest advances in marine operations to offer practical information on dynamics and automatic control. The book begins by introducing marine operations and offshore wind turbines, the fundamentals of dynamics and automatic control, and the definition of operability for marine operations before in-depth chapters cover numerical modeling and simulation tools, lifting operations for components, active control of offshore single-blade installation, modeling and control of full assembly installation and use of low-height mechanisms, and further technological developments.This is a valuable resource for all those looking to understand dynamics and automatic control techniques for offshore wind turbine operations, including researchers, students, engineers, R&D, policymakers, and industry professionals.

  • Visual Guide to Natural Product Synthesis

    Marine Natural Products, Volume 3
    • 1st Edition
    • Abdul Hameed + 3 more
    • English
    Marine natural products represent one of the most chemically diverse and biologically promising classes of compounds known to science. Visual Guides to Natural Product Synthesis: Marine Natural Products (Vol‑3) offers a clear and accessible roadmap to their synthesis, presenting complex strategies in a schematic, easy‑to‑follow format. By focusing on distinct structural scaffolds and highlighting the most significant compounds in each category, this volume provides researchers and students with a quick yet comprehensive understanding of key synthetic pathways. Designed for chemists, biologists, and environmental scientists alike, this book bridges disciplines by combining cutting‑edge synthetic methodologies with sustainability considerations and global perspectives. It serves as an invaluable resource for academic researchers seeking the latest advances, industry professionals exploring new biologically active agents, and educators looking for structured teaching material. With its emphasis on clarity, inclusiveness, and real‑world application, this volume is set to become a definitive reference in the field of marine natural product synthesis.

  • Analytical and Computational Modeling of Complex Systems

    A Systematic Approach to Understanding Real-World Complexity
    • 1st Edition
    • Florentin Paladi + 3 more
    • English
    Analytical and Computational Modeling of Complex Systems: A Systematic Approach to Understanding Real-World Complexity presents modern studies of complex systems by methods of statistical physics, numerical calculation, and computer modeling. Using general methods of investigating the branching (bifurcations) of solutions for nonlinear equations, the authors present an exhaustive analysis of the order parameter dependences on the control parameter in a small vicinity of the equilibrium values of parameters, including the stability analysis of the equilibrium states, and the asymptotic behavior of the order parameter dependences on the control parameter (bifurcation diagrams). The authors also present concepts and techniques used to model heterogeneous multi-agent interactions, complex neural networks, biochemical reaction networks in cells, and the dynamic behavior of economic systems over time. The book serves as both a learning resource and a practical reference for those engaged in the study of complex systems and their diverse real-world implementations. The book also offers a systematic learning path from theory to applications. It provides case studies that bridge the gap between mathematical formalism and complex systems modeling and simulation. Emphasizing hybrid and probabilistic modeling techniques, the book ensures greater flexibility for real-world applications. Covering a broad range of topics, it supports interdisciplinary use across departments such as physics, computer science, engineering, economics, and more.

  • Advances in Imaging and Electron Physics

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 241
    • English
    Advances in Imaging and Electron Physics, Volume 241 continues this long-running serial's tradition of surveying the latest developments in imaging science and electron physics, presenting contributions from an international board of authors on current advances across the field.

  • Data-Efficient Intelligent Fault Detection and Diagnosis for Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

    • 1st Edition
    • Chuanjiang Li
    • English
    Data-Efficient Intelligent Fault Detection and Diagnosis for Unmanned Aerial Vehicles presents a comprehensive approach to intelligent fault detection and diagnosis in UAV systems under data-scarce and complex flying conditions. Focusing on the flight control system - the core of UAV autonomy - the book addresses key challenges such as limited fault samples, class imbalance, distribution shifts, and data privacy. Other sections explore data-efficient learning techniques, including generative adversarial models, meta-learning, and federated learning to enable accurate and robust diagnosis of sensor, actuator, and control surface faults.Additionally, it introduces a data-knowledge hybrid driven framework that maps quantitative results to a structured fault ontology, enhancing interpretability and maintenance efficiency. By combining theory with real-world cases, this book provides researchers, engineers, and graduate students with practical tools and insights for developing reliable and intelligent UAV health monitoring systems to ensure the safety of low-altitude economy.

  • Theory of Probability and Statistics

    Solved Problems and Exercises
    • 1st Edition
    • Humbat Aliyev + 2 more
    • English
    Theory of Probability and Statistics: Solved Problems and Exercises is a comprehensive and practice-oriented textbook designed for undergraduate and graduate students seeking a clear, rigorous, and intuitive understanding of probability and statistical inference. Unlike many existing titles that either lean too heavily on theory or focus mostly on computations, this book bridges the gap by integrating conceptual foundations with problem-solving techniques and real-world applications. Each chapter progresses from essential theory to fully-worked examples, followed by a rich set of exercises that reinforce learning and promote mastery.Theory of Probability and Statistics: Solved Problems and Exercises offers significant benefits to its readers: streamlined explanations of fundamental concepts, step-by-step derivations, visual interpretations where helpful, and numerous solved problems that demonstrate how abstract principles translate into practical statistical tools. Topics span classical probability, random variables, distributions, limit theorems, estimation, hypothesis testing, regression, non-parametric methods, and modern extensions relevant to data science. This book provides a fresh, accessible approach that maintains mathematical rigor while remaining student-friendly, making it ideal for university courses, self-study, and exam preparation. By blending theory with extensive solved exercises, it fills a growing demand for a unified, application-driven text tailored to contemporary learners.

  • The Blood–Brain Barrier and Nanomedicine

    • 1st Edition
    • Prashant Kesharwani
    • English
    The Blood–Brain Barrier and Nanomedicine reviews the development of nanomedicine approaches aimed at crossing the blood–brain barrier (BBB), a significant obstacle in delivering therapeutic agents to the brain and in treating neurological disorders. Key topics such as the physiology of the BBB, alternative protective strategies, and the blood–tumor barrier are covered, providing a thorough overview of key concepts and challenges. Various nanocarriers - including liposomes, niosomes, dendrimers, and metal-based nanoparticles – are detailed, along with different delivery methods, such as nanoemulsions, nanocrystals, and nose-to-brain delivery. Finally, considerations for toxicity, regulatory approval, and clinical trial design, as well as associated challenges are assessed, providing insights into technological developments and translational hurdles.The Blood–Brain Barrier and Nanomedicine is of interest to researchers and academics in the fields of materials science, nanotechnology, pharmaceutical science and pharmacology, as well as clinicians with an interest in nanomedicine.

  • Nanoparticles for Catalysis, Sensing and Environmental Remediation

    Sustainable synthesis and applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Pranjal K. Baruah + 1 more
    • English
    Nanoparticles for Catalysis, Sensing and Environmental Remediation: Sustainable synthesis and applications presents cutting-edge approaches in green nanotechnology, focusing on the sustainable synthesis and versatile applications of nanoparticles in catalysis, sensing, and environmental remediation. It introduces eco-friendly methods using plants, microbes, and bio-based materials to replace toxic and energy-intensive processes with cost-effective, scalable, and safe alternatives. Combining scientific fundamentals with real-world insights, the book bridges the gap between green chemistry and applied nanoscience. It also explores AI-assisted design, waste-to-nano conversion, and circular economy integration, highlighting the emerging trends shaping sustainable materials research. With contributions from leading global experts, this volume serves as both a reference and a guide for researchers, engineers, and professionals seeking to advance sustainable nanotechnology. It inspires practical innovation toward a greener, safer, and more resource-efficient future through responsible nanomaterial development.

  • Multi-Scale Sustainable Energy Systems Engineering

    • 1st Edition
    • Efstratios Pistikopoulos + 1 more
    • English
    Multi-Scale Sustainable Energy Systems Engineering introduces a unified framework for modeling, analyzing, and optimizing complex energy systems, emphasizing interconnections across materials, processes, and sectors to accelerate future energy pathways and the energy transition. The book covers advanced mathematical algorithms, uncertainty management, machine learning, and life cycle assessment, supported by real-world case studies like renewable hydrogen production. Readers will find detailed methods for designing large-scale energy solutions such as power-chemical polygeneration, renewable integration, and supply chain planning, along with considerations for dynamic, environment-aware operations. The final sections explore the food-energy-water nexus and provide practical tutorials using the ENERGIA software platform. This self-contained resource empowers researchers, engineers, policymakers, and graduate students to develop innovative solutions for sustainable energy challenges and contribute meaningfully to the transition towards cleaner, more resilient energy systems.

  • Advances in Condition Monitoring and Fault Diagnosis of Power Plant Machinery

    • 1st Edition
    • Khadim Moin Siddiqui + 3 more
    • English
    Advances in Condition Monitoring and Fault Diagnosis of Power Plant Machinery examines the latest techniques for diagnosing and monitoring electrical machines in power plants. Power plant electrical machinery requires proactive maintenance to prevent failures, reduce downtime, and ensure safety. Emerging advanced and artificial intelligence technologies can help improve performance, reliability, and cost-efficiency in this regard.Chapters review fault detection, vibration analysis, thermal imaging, oil analysis, acoustic emission, electrical signature analysis, and monitoring of boilers, turbines, and generators. Additionally, the application of new and innovative technologies such as data acquisition, signal processing, AI diagnostics, digital twins, and machine learning to fault detection and boosting plant efficiency are examined. Case studies are included to demonstrate the effectiveness of these technologies in a variety of power plants, including thermal and hydro plants.This book is valuable to professionals, researchers, students, and educators interested in developing skills for maintaining optimal performance and safety in power plants.

  • Closed and Open Photobioreactor Systems for Wastewater Treatment

    Design Principles and Operational Mechanisms
    • 1st Edition
    • Imran Ahmad + 1 more
    • English
    Closed and Open Photobioreactor Systems for Wastewater Treatment: Design Principles and Operational Mechanisms offers a comprehensive examination of the scientific foundations, engineering mechanisms, and practical designs that drive modern algal-based wastewater treatment technologies. Bridging fundamental bioprocess principles with real-world reactor configurations, the book presents a unified resource that addresses both closed and open photobioreactor systems, including light distribution, hydrodynamics, nutrient kinetics, and scale-up strategies. Through mechanistic modeling and performance evaluation frameworks, it consolidates scattered knowledge and emerging innovations into a single, authoritative reference. The book unfolds in three parts: Part I explores closed photobioreactor systems, detailing the design and optimization of horizontal, vertical, and flat-panel reactors. Part II deals with open systems, covering circular ponds, raceway ponds, and hybrid configurations, with a focus on natural flow, modeling, and integration. Part III investigates innovative designs, the role of artificial intelligence and digital twins, and the future of sustainable, circular wastewater management.Closed and Open Photobioreactor Systems for Wastewater Treatment: Design Principles and Operational Mechanisms is an essential guide for researchers, engineers, environmental scientists, graduate students, and industry professionals in biotechnology, wastewater management, environmental engineering, and sustainable process development. It provides critical insights for advancing resource recovery, carbon capture, and sustainable development in both academic and applied settings.

  • Observation and AI Techniques for Digital Earth

    • 1st Edition
    • Zhihua Zhang + 3 more
    • English
    Observation and AI Techniques for Digital Earth examines observation and artificial intelligence techniques being incorporating into Digital Earth, including data mining, deep learning, cloud computing, and the internet of things. The book provides a comprehensive understanding and leveraging of the Digital Earth concept by exploring artificial intelligence and environmental observation. It aims to encourage sustainable development and enhance our understanding of Earth's dynamic systems by covering key topics such as integrated observation systems, geospatial AI applications, and commercialization strategies. This is an essential resource for those seeking to harness AI technologies for practical applications in environmental monitoring and management.

  • Emerging Stressors to Soil Health

    Climate Change and Beyond
    • 1st Edition
    • Naseer Hussain + 2 more
    • English
    Emerging Stressors to Soil Health: Climate Change and Beyond reviews the complex and evolving threats to soil health, including climate change, microplastics, pharmaceuticals, and antimicrobial resistance. This vital resource offers a comprehensive examination of how these stressors interact with traditional soil degradation issues, reshaping soil structure, microbial communities, and biogeochemical cycles. Through interdisciplinary analyses and case studies, the book presents innovative solutions for sustainable soil management and resilience in a changing environment. Readers will find evidence-based insights and practical methodologies that not only enhance their knowledge but also inform their research and professional practice.Targeting researchers, academics, and graduate students in soil science, environmental science, and related fields, this book serves as an essential guide for understanding and addressing current challenges in soil health.

  • Smart Materials in Medicine and Biomedical Engineering

    Foundations, Applications, and Technologies
    • 1st Edition
    • Sedigheh Farzaneh + 3 more
    • English
    Smart Materials in Medicine and Biomedical Engineering: Foundations, Applications, and Technologies systematically details the principles, methods, and practical applications in healthcare of biomaterials and smart materials. Divided into five sections, readers are guided through each core topic, building understanding as the book progresses.This book begins with an introduction to essential concepts and historical development of biomaterials, with an emphasis on the key role of smart materials and their stimulus-responsive behavior, providing a foundation for understanding material selection and underlying principles. Practical methodologies follow, including synthesis techniques, surface modification, bioprinting protocols, advanced fabrication technologies, and AI modelling, training readers to design, fabricate, and evaluate relevant materials. Detailed biomedical and clinical case studies demonstrate real-world applications and problem-solving approaches, while discussion of limitations, societal and regulatory considerations supports critical assessment for translation to medical settings.Smart Materials in Medicine and Biomedical Engineering: Foundations, Applications, and Technologies is a key resource for researchers, academics, and postgraduate students in materials science, biomedicine, and biomedical engineering who seek a practical and comprehensive introduction to smart materials and their biomedical applications. It is also valuable for clinicians and industry professionals interested in exploring smart biomaterials for patient care and medical device development.

  • AI Challenges for a Sustainable Future

    • 1st Edition
    • Kuldeep Kaswan + 2 more
    • English
    Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a fundamental transformative force which can create revolutionary solutions to protect the environment while encouraging economic development and improving social progress. AI also brings potential threats for the planet and for future generations. AI Challenges for a Sustainable Future analyzes the role of AI in promoting sustainability while also addressing the significant challenges it introduces which threaten long-term ecological and social equilibrium. It examines the impact of AI biases, along with energy use optimization challenges and social economic problems that result from AI applications. The book presents analysis of natural resource governance and sustainable computing development, and offers solutions to aid in the achievement of worldwide Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and questions how we can control AI technology before it undermines future developments. Each chapter explores a key issue, highlights obstacles, and suggests technological, ethical, and policy-oriented strategies to lessen AI's adverse effects while enhancing its advantages for a sustainable future. The book advocates for energy-efficient AI algorithms, green computing, and the development of sustainable hardware. It also recommends decentralized AI models to decrease dependence on energy-intensive cloud computing. Additionally, it discusses policy frameworks aimed at fostering responsible AI development and achieving carbon-neutral AI systems.

  • Rare Earths

    Science, Technology, Production, Use, and Recycling
    • 2nd Edition
    • Jacques Lucas + 4 more
    • English
    Rare Earths: Science, Technology, Production, Use, and Recycling, Second Edition explores and examines the extraction and critical uses of the REE in the 21st Century as determined by their occurrence, chemistry, physics, and atomic structure. High-technology and environmental applications of the rare-earth elements (REE) have grown dramatically in diversity and importance over the past five decades. This book provides a scientific understanding of rare earth properties and uses, present and future. It also points the way to efficient recycle of the rare earths in end-of-use products and efficient use of rare earths in new products. This new edition examines the geology, mineralogy, discovery, ore, concentration, mining, mineral processing, rare earth extraction and production of pure rare earth metals and compounds (e.g., rare earth oxides, chlorides), atomic structures, properties, applications including military, economics, and future. High-end environmental applications of the earth elements have grown dramatically in diversity over the past decade, for example the scientific understanding of the way to efficiently recycle rare earths in end-of-use products and efficient use of rare earths in new products such as lasers. Scientists and students will appreciate the book’s approach to the availability, structure, and properties of rare earths, and how they have led to a myriad of critical uses, present and future. Experts will also get an integrated picture of production and use (present and future) of rare earths and the science behind this picture. The book will be directed to senior undergraduate science and engineering students and postgraduate students in chemistry, chemical engineering, physics, materials science and engineering, and optical engineering. Also, employees in the rare earth and associated industries, or government and industrial libraries. This book will continue prove valuable as a resource to obtain a clear picture of production and use of rare earths in the 21st Century, and the science behind this picture.

  • Vegetable Oils

    Advanced Technologies in Wastewater Treatment
    • 1st Edition
    • Angelo Basile + 3 more
    • English
    Vegetable Oils examines vegetable oils' intricate chemical composition and unique properties, elucidating their profound impact on wastewater treatment processes. Through rigorous analysis supported by empirical evidence, the book reveals the complicated mechanisms underlying the effectiveness of vegetable oils in removing contaminants and highlights their versatility in various treatment scenarios. In addition, it addresses state-of-the-art developments and explores new methods and innovative strategies that utilize the potential of plant oils to enhance treatment efficacy and sustainability. This book equips researchers with the tools necessary to optimize wastewater treatment systems and address pressing environmental challenges by synthesizing the latest research findings and practical expertise.

  • Measuring the User Experience

    Collecting, Analyzing, and Presenting UX Metrics
    • 4th Edition
    • Bill Albert + 1 more
    • English
    Measuring the User Experience: Collecting, Analyzing, and Presenting UX Metrics provides the quantitative analysis training that students and professionals need. This book presents an update on the first resource that focused on how to quantify user experience. Now in its fourth edition, the authors have continued to expand on the area of behavioral and physiological metrics. The book also contains new research and updated examples, several new case studies, and new examples using the most recent version of Excel.

  • Modeling of Electrochemical Machines and Systems

    A Mechanical and Multiphysics Approach
    • 1st Edition
    • Alessandro d’Adamo
    • English
    As the energy transition accelerates, Modeling of Electrochemical Machines and Systems: A Mechanical and Multiphysics Approach addresses a critical educational gap through an interdisciplinary perspective at the intersection of mechanical, electrochemical, materials, and electronic engineering. It introduces fuel cells, electrolyzers, batteries, and hydrogen compressors as analogues to traditional thermal/combustion and fluid-based machinery, enriching their conceptualization by drawing parallels in operating behavior and design logic.The text moves beyond core theorical principles to deliver step-by-step, multi-dimensional modeling of the coupled phenomena—such as transport processes, reaction kinetics, and thermal management—that govern these complex devices as well as their system-level interactions, presenting a cohesive framework for digital prototyping. Uniquely bridging the divide between highly specialized scientific knowledge and applied engineering practice, the book supports its readers’ in-depth understanding of how electrochemical machines function within larger, integrated architectures that demand a nuanced balance of performance, efficiency, and sustainability.Desig... to serve as an authoritative reference resource, this book demonstrates both conceptual rigor and immediate, real-world relevance, with an enduring impact for researchers, professionals, and advanced students committed to catalyzing a critical shift toward clean energy technologies.

  • Discrete Choices

    A Comprehensive Guide to Distributions and Inference for Categorical Data
    • 1st Edition
    • Jiju Gillariose + 2 more
    • English
    Discrete Choices: A Comprehensive Guide to Distributions and Inference for Categorical Data provides a unified and modern treatment of probability, inference, and modeling for categorical and discrete data. Although categorical outcomes are ubiquitous across statistics, data science, economics, epidemiology, and the social sciences, existing resources often treat these topics in fragmented ways, separating probability theory, inference, diagnostics, and applications into distinct texts. This book addresses that gap by presenting a coherent framework that begins with probability foundations and sampling theory, develops classical and hierarchical discrete distributions, and advances to modern likelihood-based and Bayesian inference. Core topics include Bernoulli, Binomial, Multinomial, and Poisson models; compound distributions such as the Beta–Binomial and Dirichlet–Multinomia... resampling methods; model diagnostics; and principled model selection. Advanced chapters extend this framework to high-dimensional categorical data, compositional data, network and relational structures, causal inference with multi-valued treatments, and fairness and bias diagnostics in categorical prediction. Extensive case studies and interactive hands-on data labs illustrate real-world applications in health, the social sciences, marketing, and text analytics, emphasizing reproducible and applied workflows.Balancing theoretical rigor with practical relevance, Discrete Choices: A Comprehensive Guide to Distributions and Inference for Categorical Data is suitable both as a graduate-level textbook and as a professional reference for researchers and practitioners working with discrete data.

  • Waste to Wealth

    Sustainable Metal Recovery from Wastewater Streams
    • 1st Edition
    • Surajbhan Sevda + 1 more
    • English
    Waste to Wealth: Sustainable Metal Recovery from Wastewater Streams provides a comprehensive resource on the latest research, technologies, process optimization, sustainable practices, and case studies related to the recovery of metals from wastewater. It highlights approaches that can be used in different disciplines, or in a collaborative team, making it useful for people having expertise in a variety of fields who want an interdisciplinary bioremediation and bio-electroremediati... approach for metal recovery and wastewater treatment. The book serves as a guide and reference for professionals, academics, students, and policymakers invested in advancing the field of metal recovery and wastewater treatment.By catering to this diverse readership, the book aims to facilitate the dissemination of knowledge, foster collaborative efforts, and drive positive change in the field of metal recovery and wastewater management.

  • Sustainability in Waste Management

    An Engineering Perspective
    • 1st Edition
    • Shailendra Kumar Shukla + 2 more
    • English
    Sustainability in Waste Management: An Engineering Perspective presents a comprehensive framework for integrating environmental engineering, renewable energy, digital innovation, and circular economy principles into modern waste management. The book blends theory with real-world applications, drawing insights from diverse regions, including both developed and developing countries. Sections covers core concepts such as waste classification, characterization, landfilling, and decentralized wastewater treatment, resource recovery from organic, biomedical, and food waste, renewable-powered systems such as solar dryers and PV-based waste handling, and emerging technologies like hydrogen production, energy storage, carbon capture, and AI-enabled waste monitoring.The book aligns with key global targets such as the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) particularly SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation), SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy), and SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities). Intended for engineers, researchers, urban planners, and policymakers, this book offers scalable, adaptable, and technically sound solutions to modern waste challenges.

  • Life Cycle Engineering for Absolute Environmental Sustainability

    Fundamentals and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Sami Kara + 2 more
    • English
    Environmental sustainability is one of the greatest challenges of our society. Organisations around world have already committed to achieving absolute environmental sustainability targets (e.g., net-zero) by 2050. However, the majority of the initiatives are top-down hence there is an urgent bottom-up requirement for practitioners to operationalise high level environmental targets while developing technology solutions. Life Cycle Engineering for Absolute Environmental Sustainability: Fundamentals and Applications bridges the top-down policy and bottom-up engineering efforts by providing a structured approach for senior university students and industry practitioners to develop environmentally sustainable technology solutions with a life cycle and absolute sustainability perspectives. Users of the book will be able to utilise the content to operationalise life cycle engineering. Provided case studies from different industries will further enhance the usability of the book.

  • Diagnostic Imaging Systems

    • 1st Edition
    • Ayman S. El-Baz + 1 more
    • English
    Neural engineering is an emerging and fast-moving interdisciplinary research area that combines engineering with (a) electronic and photonic technologies, (b) computer science, (c) physics, (d) chemistry, (e) mathematics, and (f) cellular, molecular, cognitive, and behavioral neuroscience. This helps us understand the organizational principles and underlying mechanisms of the biology of neural systems and to further to study the behavioral dynamics and complexity of neural systems in nature.The field of neural engineering deals with many aspects of basic and clinical problems associated with neural dysfunction, including (i) the representation of sensory and motor information, (ii) electrical stimulation of the neuromuscular system to control muscle activation and movement, (iii) the analysis and visualization of complex neural systems at multiscale from the single cell to system levels to understand the underlying mechanisms, (iv) development of novel electronic and photonic devices and techniques for experimental probing, the neural simulation studies, (v) the design and development of human–machine interface systems and artificial vision sensors, and (vi) neural prosthesis to restore and enhance the impaired sensory and motor systems and functions.To highlight this emerging discipline, Dr. Ayman El-Baz and Dr. Jasjit Suri have developed Advances in Neural Engineering, covering the broad spectrum of neural engineering subfields and applications. This Series includes 7 volumes in the following order: Volume 1: Signal Processing Strategies, Volume 2: Brain-Computer Interfaces, Volume 3: Diagnostic Imaging Systems, Volume 4: Brain Pathologies and Disorders, Volume 5: Computing and Data Technologies, Volume 6: Advanced Brain Imaging Techniques and Volume 7: Neural Science Ethics.Volume 3 provides a comprehensive review of diagnostic imaging systems and technologies, including brain tumor characterization and classification techniques, tumor segmentation using AI and deep neural networks, dynamic brain imaging analysis, and functional brain imaging. The authors discuss existing challenges in the domain of diagnostic imaging systems and suggest possible research directions.

  • Brain Pathologies and Disorders

    • 1st Edition
    • Ayman S. El-Baz + 1 more
    • English
    Neural engineering is an emerging and fast-moving interdisciplinary research area that combines engineering with (a) electronic and photonic technologies, (b) computer science, (c) physics, (d) chemistry, (e) mathematics, and (f) cellular, molecular, cognitive, and behavioral neuroscience. This helps us understand the organizational principles and underlying mechanisms of the biology of neural systems and to further to study the behavioral dynamics and complexity of neural systems in nature.The field of neural engineering deals with many aspects of basic and clinical problems associated with neural dysfunction, including (i) the representation of sensory and motor information, (ii) electrical stimulation of the neuromuscular system to control muscle activation and movement, (iii) the analysis and visualization of complex neural systems at multiscale from the single cell to system levels to understand the underlying mechanisms, (iv) development of novel electronic and photonic devices and techniques for experimental probing, the neural simulation studies, (v) the design and development of human–machine interface systems and artificial vision sensors, and (vi) neural prosthesis to restore and enhance the impaired sensory and motor systems and functions.To highlight this emerging discipline, Dr. Ayman El-Baz and Dr. Jasjit Suri have developed Advances in Neural Engineering, covering the broad spectrum of neural engineering subfields and applications. This Series includes 7 volumes in the following order: Volume 1: Signal Processing Strategies, Volume 2: Brain-Computer Interfaces, Volume 3: Diagnostic Imaging Systems, Volume 4: Brain Pathologies and Disorders, Volume 5: Computing and Data Technologies, Volume 6: Advanced Brain Imaging Techniques and Volume 7: Neural Science Ethics.Volume 4 provides a comprehensive review of brain pathologies and disorders, including Parkinson’s Disease, Alzheimer’s Disease, Attention-Deficit/Hy... Disorder, and Tourette’s Syndrome. The authors discuss existing challenges in the domain of diagnosis, detection, analysis, treatment modalities, as well as possible research directions.

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