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  • Geospatial Techniques in Climate Change Monitoring and Environmental Mapping

    An Interdisciplinary Approach to Risk Reduction
    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 11
    • Jung-Sup Um + 3 more
    • English
    Geospatial Techniques in Climate Change Monitoring and Environmental Mapping: An Interdisciplinary Approach to Risk Reduction presents a comprehensive examination of innovative geospatial methods utilized to address the challenges posed by climate change across various sectors. The book encompasses a wide array of topics, including the application of remote sensing in agriculture, urban climate change mitigation, and the evaluation of land use effects on surface temperatures. It highlights the integration of advanced technologies such as machine learning and satellite imagery to enhance drought risk mapping, deforestation detection, and flood prediction, providing valuable insights into environmental sustainability. Moreover, the text emphasizes participatory approaches and the role of local communities in climate resilience. By synthesizing interdisciplinary perspectives, the book underscores the importance of collaborative efforts in developing effective mitigation and adaptation strategies. Ultimately, this work serves as a vital resource for researchers and practitioners committed to leveraging geospatial techniques for effective climate change risk reduction and environmental management.Members of the Royal Meteorological Society are eligible for a 35% discount on all Developments in Weather and Climate Science series titles. See the RMetS member dashboard for the discount code.

  • Understanding Models Developed with AI

    Including Applications with Python and MATLAB Code
    • 1st Edition
    • Ömer Faruk Ertuğrul + 2 more
    • English
    Understanding Models Developed by AI: Including Applications with Python and MATLAB Code is a comprehensive guide on the intricacies of AI models and their real-world applications. The book demystifies complex AI methodologies by providing clear explanations and practical examples that are reinforced with Python and MATLAB program codes. Its content structure emphasizes a practical, applications-driven approach to understanding AI models, with hands-on coding examples throughout each chapter. Readers will find the tools they need to build AI models, along with the knowledge to make these models accessible and interpretable to stakeholders, thus fostering trust and reliability in AI systems.As the primary issues with the adoption of AI/ML models are reliability, transparency, interpretation of results, and bias (data and algorithm) management, this resource give researchers and developers what they need to be able to not only implement AI models, but also interpret and explain them. This is crucial in industries where decision-making processes must be transparent and understandable.

  • Intelligent Cyber-Physical Systems for Sustainable Healthcare

    • 1st Edition
    • Vandana Bajaj + 5 more
    • English
    Intelligent Cyber-Physical Systems for Sustainable Healthcare addresses the integration of emerging technologies like Virtual Reality, Smart Robotics, and Human-Computer Interaction, which are crucial for maximizing digital health's potential. The book includes case studies that highlight challenges faced by medical practitioners and industry professionals, providing valuable insights for designing sustainable iCPS solutions. Aimed at biomedical engineers, researchers, and industry professionals, it offers guidance for developing practical applications in sustainable healthcare. Additionally, shared, cross-disciplinary experiences assist engineers with less clinical expertise in enhancing healthcare applications in the intelligent digital health sector.Overall, case studies illustrate past challenges in the healthcare industry and present effective solutions to overcome them, making the book a comprehensive resource for advancing sustainable healthcare practices.

  • Advances in Biohydrogen and Bioenergy

    Sustainable Pathways, Waste Valorization, and Emerging Technologies
    • 1st Edition
    • T. M. Indra Mahlia + 1 more
    • English
    Advances in Biohydrogen and Bioenergy: Sustainable Pathways, Waste Valorisation, and Emerging Technologies delves into the transformative potential of biohydrogen production, microbial fuel cells, and various thermal processes, emphasizing their role in converting organic waste and wastewater into valuable energy sources. The book is structured into four sections, beginning with the fundamentals of bioenergy from waste and the principles of biohydrogen production. In addition, it explores key technologies for bioenergy production, including microbial fuel cells, microbial electrolysis cells, and thermal conversion processes such as hydrothermal treatment and gasification for biogas production.Other sections focus on feedstock and waste valorization, discussing the use of organic waste and algae in bioenergy systems. Finally, the book addresses the integration and practical applications of these technologies, examining system integration, economic viability, and policy considerations. This is a vital resource for a diverse audience, including researchers in chemical engineering, biotechnology, and environmental engineering, as well as industry professionals and policymakers.

  • Pioneering Approaches in Intelligence, Optimization, and Viability for Renewable Energy Development

    • 1st Edition
    • Karthickeyan Viswanathan + 3 more
    • English
    Pioneering Approaches in Intelligence, Optimization, and Viability for Renewable Energy Development brings together key advances that are driving growth and development across the renewable energy sector. Innovative areas covered include machine learning, cutting-edge optimization techniques, artificial intelligence, environmental protection, economic viability, integration of blockchain technology, forecasting and predictive analytics, resilience and reliability, and energy storage systems. This book will be of interest to all those looking to understand and implement advanced techniques for renewable energy development, including researchers, advanced students, faculty, engineers, R&D, other industry professionals, and policy makers.

  • 3D Printing of Polymer Composites

    Fibers, Particles and Matrix
    • 1st Edition
    • Vinod Ayyappan + 4 more
    • English
    3D Printing of Polymer Composites: Fibers, Particles and Matrix explores the complexities of the dynamic interplay between these three components and their interactions in the polymer-based 3D printing process. The book includes theoretical foundations as well as practical applications, providing insights into optimizing material compositions, overcoming challenges related to fiber and particle integration, and for enhancing the overall print quality of materials and final components. It will be a valuable reference for researchers on the intricacies of this technology, enabling them to make informed decisions, troubleshoot key challenges, and push future boundaries on what is possible.

  • Advanced Manufacturing and Joining Technologies for Composite Materials

    • 1st Edition
    • Pawan Kumar Rakesh + 1 more
    • English
    Advanced Manufacturing and Joining Technologies for Composite Materials delves into pivotal advancements that have enhanced performance and cost-effectiveness. The book covers topics not commonly addressed in other references, including automated composite manufacturing, out-of-autoclave curing, nanostructured composites, smart composites, recycling and sustainability, and hybrid composites. Additionally, it addresses the modeling and simulation of composite manufacturing processes and the joining of composite laminates for product development, offering an exciting exploration for readers and learners.Automation and robotics have transformed manufacturing processes, with techniques like automated fiber placement and automated tape laying ensuring precise and consistent reinforcement fiber placement. This minimizes human error, improves repeatability, and expedites production. Material science breakthroughs have given rise to smart composites capable of sensing, responding, and adapting to environmental changes. These smart composites find applications in structural health monitoring, shape-shifting structures, and adaptive aerodynamics.

  • Digital Twins

    Core Principles and AI Integration
    • 1st Edition
    • Bedir Tekinerdogan + 1 more
    • English
    Digital Twins: Core Principles and AI Integration offers a structured and up-to-date overview of digital twin technology, combining foundational principles with the rapidly growing role of artificial intelligence (AI). This book introduces the core concepts, modeling approaches, and software and systems engineering foundations needed to design and implement digital twins effectively. It then explores architectural methods, lifecycle management, interoperability, and the alignment between physical systems and their digital representations. A central part of this book focuses on data science and AI-enabled digital twins, demonstrating how machine learning, deep learning, generative AI, and autonomous agents enhance predictive analytics, optimization, anomaly detection, and automated decision-making. Integration with Internet of Things (IoT), cloud–edge infrastructures, big data analytics, and XR technologies further shows how intelligent digital twins evolve into adaptive and interactive systems. Real-world applications from manufacturing, agriculture, food systems, energy, mobility, healthcare, and urban environments illustrate the practical value of AI-driven digital twins. This book concludes with key challenges and future directions, including trustworthy AI, security, data governance, and the scaling of digital twin ecosystems.

  • Biochar Applications

    Advances in Environmental Remediation and Resource Recovery
    • 1st Edition
    • Ahmad Hussaini Jagaba + 4 more
    • English
    Biochar Applications: Advances in Environmental Remediation and Resource Recovery provides a combined approach between environmental science and environmental engineering that involves the improvement of the natural environment, or the remediation, of polluted sites. In addition, it discusses bioprocess engineering, including the synthesis, modification, characterization, and management of biochar from biomass waste materials. The book includes coverage on sources, impacts, and applications of biochar that could potentially be used as catalysts to enhance environmental remediation and resource recovery processes. Examples of applied research that demonstrate the relationship between wastewater, soil, contaminated environments, remediation, resource recovery, sustainability, and circular bioeconomy are also included.The book bridges the gap between biochar applications in wastewater treatment, soil improvement, gas mitigation, and resource recovery.

  • Advances in Biomaterials for Drug Delivery: Properties, Clinical Applications, and Challenges

    • 1st Edition
    • Teenu Sharma + 1 more
    • English
    Advances in Biomaterials for Drug Delivery: Properties, Clinical Applications and Challenges comprehensively reviews various biomaterials and biomaterial-derived carrier systems, with a specific focus on their application in drug delivery, and their clinical and regulatory challenges. A broad range of biomaterials for drug delivery are covered, including natural biomaterials, inorganic biomaterials, synthetic biomaterials, 3-D/4-D printed biomaterials, metal-based biomaterials, and polymeric and lipidic biomaterials. Various drug delivery approaches are detailed, from pulmonary and transdermal through to oral and systemic. Key to translational success of these novel platforms are the regulatory and clinical aspects of biomaterials development and application; these aspects are covered in each chapter, providing vital insight required to make informed decisions.Advances in Biomaterials for Drug Delivery: Properties, Clinical Applications and Challenges is an interesting resource for researchers and academics in the fields in biomaterials, materials science, polymer science, and pharmaceutical science, as well as clinicians and R&D groups with an interest in the development of novel biomaterials for drug delivery.

  • Emerging Trends in Manufacturing Technologies

    • 1st Edition
    • Ajay Kumar + 2 more
    • English
    Emerging Trends in Manufacturing Technologies covers various aspects of manufacturing technologies, including methods and strategies such as the Digital Era of Manufacturing Science, eco-mechatronics, and Human-Machine Interaction. Other sections explore advanced tracks like machining, joining, casting, and inspection techniques. Aimed at researchers, academics, students and professionals, the book compiles original research and applications, offering logical and analytical solutions to manufacturing challenges. The book will serve as a comprehensive update on the state-of-the-art in manufacturing, fostering further research and innovation.Advanceme... in manufacturing significantly shape industrial services and products, influencing societal improvement. The dynamic manufacturing process, involving resources, capital, people, machines, and information, rapidly evolves with technological progress, impacting industries. To meet market demands and enhance global competitiveness, industries focus on integrating resources efficiently. This involves adopting emerging trends and advanced strategies that optimize industrial systems, providing diverse options and improving global green production.

  • From Waste to Energy

    Case Studies of Green Technology Implementation
    • 1st Edition
    • Sergio Nogales Delgado + 1 more
    • English
    From Waste to Energy: Case Studies of Green Technology Implementation offers a detailed exploration of green energy implementation through real-world case studies from around the globe and across various sectors. Emphasizing the transformational impact of practical green technology applications, the book discusses dynamic solutions for converting waste into energy through waste-to-energy projects. In addition, it explores how different countries cooperate to utilize waste-to-energy processes, from waste management to developing international cooperation. Sections address both the economic and practical challenges associated with these technologies, providing a comprehensive assessment needed to evaluate the sustainability of such practices.The book begins with an introduction to waste valorization and explores the various processes and managements of converting waste materials produced by industrial activities into valuable products or energy. Notably, it explores the transformation of agrowaste into biochar, which not only provides a sustainable method of waste management but also acts as a negative carbon technology, significantly contributing to climate change mitigation. In addition to exploring different methods for energy conversion, the book also provides a global perspective through case studies from different countries and regions of the world.

  • Recent Advances in Functional Adhesives for Biomedical Applications

    • 1st Edition
    • Sougata Jana + 1 more
    • English
    Recent Advances in Functional Adhesives for Biomedical Applications explores the critical role of rapid tissue management in cases of trauma, accidents, and surgical procedures. Traditional suturing techniques, although widely used, can be time-consuming, uncomfortable, and damaging to delicate tissues, requiring skilled professionals. This book examines the emergence of tissue adhesives as viable alternatives, discussing their limitations and the ongoing research to create improved functional adhesives. These developments aim to offer safer, more effective solutions for tissue repair and wound management in healthcare settings.Beyond the advancements in adhesive technology, the book provides a comprehensive overview of historical developments and current market trends in tissue adhesive use. It delves into the underlying chemistry of tissue adhesion, offering readers a deeper understanding of how these materials interact with biological tissues. Additionally, the book reviews various types of functional tissue adhesives designed for multifunctional applications, detailing their specific biomedical uses.

  • An Introduction to the Finite Element Method with the Variational Approach

    • 1st Edition
    • Prakash Mahadeo Dixit + 1 more
    • English
    An Introduction to the Finite Element Method with the Variational Approach offers a comprehensive solution to the gaps often found in introductory texts on the Finite Element Method (FEM). The book provides a thorough introduction to the fundamental principles of linear and time-independent FEM within the variational framework. It meticulously covers the derivation of 1-D FEM equations based on variational functionals, encompassing both linear and higher-order elements, and shape functions driven by convergence criteria. Furthermore, it explores 1-D numerical integration, outlines coding procedures, and provides insights into handling material nonlinearity and time-dependent scenarios.Expanding into 2-D problems, the book offers derivations of 2-D FEM equations tailored to diverse engineering disciplines, including Steady-State Heat Conduction, Solid Mechanics (covering torsion, plane strain/axisymmetric cases, and the bending, stability, and vibrations of thin plates), as well as Fluid Mechanics (addressing incompressible inviscid and viscous fluids). It includes detailed discussions on element continuity, numerical integration techniques, and even includes 2-D codes for selected problems. The book concludes by delving into recent advancements in FEM, with a specific focus on applications in machine learning and isogeometric analysis.

  • Harnessing Fiber-Based Natural Biomaterials

    For Tissue Engineering and Regeneration
    • 1st Edition
    • Mohit Kumar + 4 more
    • English
    Harnessing Fiber-based Natural Biomaterials: For Tissue Engineering and Regeneration explores in detail the utilization of these materials in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. The chapters cover fabrication techniques, scaffold design, cell interactions, and regenerative therapies along with their mechanical aspects. The book begins with an introduction to fundamental concepts, key challenges, and future opportunities for utilizing these materials in biomedical applications. Emphasis is placed on their characteristics and properties, fabrication strategies such as electrospinning, and 3D printing, as well as the source of biomaterials such as plant, animal, marine or microbial-derived biomaterials. A range of applications in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine are detailed, including bone, cartilage, skin, and nervous tissue. This book is a valuable reference for academic and industrial researchers, materials scientists and engineers, manufacturers, chemists, biomedical engineers, and those working in the research and development of natural-based scaffolds for tissue engineering and regenerative medicine.

  • Eggshell for Biomedical Applications

    • 1st Edition
    • Mahesh K. Sah + 2 more
    • English
    Eggshell for Biomedical Applications is an authoritative exploration of eggshell's diverse biomedical uses. Offering a sustainable resource for biomaterials development, eggshell is an important natural alternative to traditional synthetic materials; this book reviews advances in this area and provides a holistic overview of the benefits and uses of eggshell for biomedical applications. This guide covers the unique properties of eggshell and eggshell membrane, such as high biocompatibility and antimicrobial activity, as well as a broad range of suitable biomedical applications, including drug delivery, tissue engineering, wound healing, and biosensors. The commercialization of eggshell products is explored, detailing new-to-market products as well as key patents. Eggshell for Biomedical Applications is of interest to researchers and academics in the fields of materials science, biomaterials, biomedical engineering, pharmaceutical sciences, and regenerative medicine.

  • Functional Nanotextiles

    Processing, Properties, and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Shakeel Ahmed + 2 more
    • English
    Functional Nanotextiles: Processing, Properties, and Applications targets the underlying principles, state-of-the-art processing techniques, unique properties, and myriad applications of nanotextiles. Beyond the technical and academic facets, the book highlights the broader implications of nanotextiles, such as their environmental impacts, ethical considerations, and potential to reshape industries. In an era where sustainability, technological advancements, and multifunctionality are paramount, understanding functionalized nanotextiles becomes crucial. This book not only charts the current landscape but also speculates on the future trajectory of the field, making it a timely and essential resource.For stakeholders ranging from academic researchers to industry leaders, the book offers both a deep dive into specifics and a panoramic view of the broader ecosystem, ensuring its relevance in shaping the future of textiles, wearable technologies, and beyond.

  • RISC-V System-on-Chip Design

    • 1st Edition
    • David Harris + 3 more
    • English
    RISC-V System-On-Chip Design fits at the nexus of computer architecture, microarchitecture, and chip design. It is written to be accessible to an advanced undergraduate audience with limited background. It explains concepts from operating systems, VLSI, and memory systems as necessary, and high school mathematics is sufficient preparation for most of the book, although the floating point and division chapters will be primarily of interest to those with a curiosity about computer arithmetic. Like Harris and Harris’s Digital Design and Computer Architecture textbooks, this book will appeal to students with easy-to-read and complete explanations, sidebars, and occasional humor and cartoons.It comes with an open-source implementation and will include end-of-chapter problems to extend the RISC-V processor in various ways. Ancillary materials include a GitHub repository with complete open-source SystemVerilog code, validation code in C and assembly language, and code for benchmarking and booting Linux.Ancillary materials include a GitHub repository with complete open-source SystemVerilog code for the fully-functional Wally RISC-V SoC, validation code in C and assembly language, code for benchmarking and booting Linux, labs, slides, exercises, and figures.Please note that chapters 20-23 and Appendices A-D and F are not included in the print book but are available on the Companion Site athttps://shop.elsev... These chapters and appendices are also in the electronic version of the book.Supplementary resources for the book are also available on a website hosted by the authors at: ddcabook.com.

  • Conducting Polymers and their Functionalization

    Synthesis, Characterization, and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Sapana Jadoun
    • English
    Conducting Polymers and their Functionalization: Synthesis, Characterization, and Applications offers a comprehensive guide on the synthesis techniques, characterization methods, functionalization approaches, and diverse applications of conducting polymers. The book begins with an overview of different types of conductive polymers, their electrical properties, and conductivity mechanisms. It then progresses to strategies for functionalization, including chemical, doping, hybridization, copolymerization, and post-polymerization modifications. Further sections explore various chemical synthesis approaches, detailing their resulting properties and discussing the advantages and disadvantages of each technique. Case studies on potential applications are also included to enhance the learning process.The book features a dedicated chapter on the applications of functionalized conducting polymers in several fields, from water treatment to bioelectronics, environmental sensing, imaging, and optoelectronics. As a valuable resource to researchers, polymers scientists, engineers, and advanced students working with conductive polymers, the book covers present challenges and future research directions, highlighting potential applications of functionalized conducting polymers.

  • Polymer, Metal, and Ceramic Composites Manufacturing

    Material Fundamentals and Conventional and Additive Manufacturing Techniques
    • 1st Edition
    • Kuldeep Agarwal
    • English
    Polymer, Metal, and Ceramic Composites Manufacturing: Material Fundamentals and Conventional and Additive Manufacturing Techniques offers a detailed, comparative analysis of the various techniques that can be used to create these materials, from conventional to cutting-edge. The book provides insights into the fundamentals of composite materials, covering their properties and applications, discussing options for their manufacture, and highlighting challenges, solutions, and best-use applications. Conventional techniques such as vacuum bagging, filament winding, powder metallurgy, solid state welding, and more are outlined. Additive manufacturing techniques covered include fused deposition modeling, stereolithography, selective laser sintering, digital light processing, and more.The book also provides a comparative analysis of these manufacturing techniques, discussing the material properties, manufacturing process efficiency, and environmental impact of both conventional and additive manufacturing of these materials. Case studies, quality control, testing methods, and future trends are also included.

  • Graph Theory

    Fundamentals and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Sovan Samanta + 1 more
    • English
    Graph theory is a rapidly evolving and expanding mathematical discipline, with new discoveries, challenges, and techniques emerging every year. Graph Theory: Fundamentals and Applications provides a fully up-to-date and accessible introduction to graph theory, covering both the classical and the modern topics, as well as algorithms and evolving challenges addressed by discipline. Based on the latest syllabi and research trends worldwide, this book includes practical, solved problems that are user friendly to undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD students, and acts as a key aid in learning the fundamentals and the frontiers of graph theory, as well as developing independent problem-solving and critical thinking skills. This book includes clear instruction in graph representation, basic graph operations, graph connectivity, trees and forests, matching theory, planar graphs and graph drawing, algebraic graph theory, graph traversals, network flows, topological graph theory, and cryptography, among other topics. Each chapter features key term definitions, proofs and algorithms, summary points, and unique exercises to reinforce learning, as well as open problems and research challenges that present unsolved or conjectural problems in graph theory for discussion. Supporting student and instructor sites offer additional exercises, solutions, examples, and case studies in graph theory applications.

  • AI and Computational Intelligence for Environmental Sustainability

    • 1st Edition
    • Rakesh Kumar + 2 more
    • English
    Climate change, biodiversity loss, resource depletion, and pollution are intensifying. Addressing these global issues requires fresh perspectives and cutting-edge solutions that integrate AI with environmental sustainability. AI and computational intelligence technologies are evolving at an unprecedented pace, offering new tools and methodologies for tackling environmental challenges. Yet existing resources often fail to capture the latest breakthroughs and interdisciplinary approaches needed to harness these innovations effectively.AI and Computational Intelligence for Environmental Sustainability showcases the potential of artificial intelligence and computational intelligence in tackling critical environmental challenges. As the urgency to combat climate change, optimize resource utilization, and promote sustainable practices grows, this book provides a comprehensive resource that bridges the gap between AI research and its practical applications in environmental sustainability, and offers insights into the latest developments and methodologies. It highlights real-world applications and case studies to inspire researchers, developers, and policymakers to create and implement AI-driven solutions for a more sustainable future, foster collaboration by bringing together experts from diverse fields to share knowledge and foster interdisciplinary collaboration in the pursuit of environmental sustainability. It also addresses the ethical and practical challenges of applying AI in sustainability, advocating for responsible AI development and low-energy computing practices.

  • Sustainable Production of Microalgae Biomass as a Biodiesel Feedstock

    • 1st Edition
    • Bestami Özkaya + 3 more
    • English
    Sustainable Production of Microalgae Biomass as a Biodiesel Feedstock brings together the latest methods in the production and utilization of microalgae as biodiesel, offering new insights into how this can be environmentally-frie... renewable-integrated... energy efficient, and in a way that supports the mitigation of the effects of climate change. The book begins by introducing the different feedstock options for biodiesel production and their selection, the various biodiesel production processes, and the role of microalgae biodiesel as an alternative fuel for diesel engines. Strategies for reducing energy consumption during production, and the connections between microalgae cultivation and CO2 capture are also examined.Other sections focus on renewable energy integration with specific case studies. This is followed by a section that addresses sustainability and related impacts, including techno-economic analysis that compares conventional and renewable energy sources, and life cycle assessment. Finally, emerging technologies and future research opportunities are discussed. This new volume in the Woodhead Series in Bioenergy is valuable to all those with an interest in biodiesel production from microalgae, bioenergy, biotechnology, and clean energy, including graduate students, researchers, faculty, engineers, R&D, industry professionals, and policy makers.

  • Biomolecular Kinetics

    • 4th Edition
    • Shijie Liu
    • English
    Biomolecular Kinetics bridges the gap between fundamental biochemistry and practical bioprocess applications. The book offers a clear and logical exploration of biomolecules, their relationships to cellular functions, and the formulation of fermentation media. With detailed derivations and visual aids, readers will swiftly grasp the essentials of cell chemistry, reaction rates, and the complexities of bioprocess engineering. The content is well-organized, beginning with an introduction to biological basics and progressing through key topics such as carbohydrates, nucleic acids, proteins, lipids, and metabolites. Readers will gain insights into cell feed formulation, chemical reaction principles, enzyme kinetics, and the design of experiments. Each chapter builds on the last, providing a thorough understanding of the mechanistic pathways of bioreactions and the quantitative analysis of bioprocess parameters.Biomolecu... Kinetics is an invaluable resource for students, researchers, and professionals in biochemistry, biotechnology, and bioprocess engineering.

  • Bioprocess Engineering of Reactions

    • 4th Edition
    • Shijie Liu
    • English
    Bioprocess Engineering of Reactions, Fourth Edition is a systematic and comprehensive resource that explores principles and analysis of reactions within the bioprocess and biotechnology industries. The book provides a step-by-step guide to understanding batch, continuous, and fed-batch reactor operations, reflecting the growth behavior of cells through various phases. It introduces innovative pinch methods for optimizing batch reactors without relying on complex mathematical models while also addressing the intricacies of enzymatic systems and the impact of phase separation on reaction dynamics. Topics covered include biomolecular reaction basics, ideal flow reactors, batch fermentation, continuous culture, and the engineering of cells. Other sections emphasize sustainability and stability in bioprocess operations while discussing critical factors such as reactivity hazards and biohazards. With a focus on mass and heat transfer, reactor design, and real reactor deviations, the book equips readers with the knowledge to navigate the complexities of bioprocess engineering. It will be an invaluable resource for bioprocess engineers, researchers, and students in in biotechnology, chemical engineering, and molecular biology. By linking reactor operations to specific cell growth patterns and providing insights into optimization strategies, the book also empowers professionals to enhance productivity and ensure safety in their bioprocess endeavors.

  • Automatic Control Of Dynamic Systems

    Applications in Ocean Wave Energy Conversion
    • 1st Edition
    • Shangyan Zou + 2 more
    • English
    Dynamics and Control of Ocean Wave Energy Converters: Theory and Applications outlines the fundamental theory and applications of wave energy production techniques, with detailed explanations of the dynamics and hydrodynamics of wave energy converters. Methods and models of control are described next, including essential techniques from systems response and PID control to state space realization. Next, advanced reactive control techniques, such as Latching Control, Bang-Bang Control, and advanced optimal control algorithms, will be outlined. The final chapters show how to calculate optimal estimation for wave energy conversion using techniques such as Kalman Filters and Extended Kalman filters.Providing a range of problems and case studies to enhance understanding, this book will take readers from the essentials of wave energy conversion to advanced control techniques for responsive energy production.

  • Progress in Optics

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 71
    • English
    Progress in Optics, Volume 71 in this ongoing series, presents the latest release in this renowned serial publication that provides comprehensive, authoritative reviews on significant developments in the field of optical science and engineering. Chapters in this new release include updates on Phased-array lidar, Holographic metasurfaces, The Talbot effect, Space-time optics, Structured Light in Space and Time: Enabling Applications Across Linear, Nonlinear, and Quantum Domains, RIKEN Center for Advanced Photonics, Metaphotonics Research Team, Weak quantum measurements, and Structured Light.Each volume in this series brings together contributions from leading experts, covering a wide range of topics, including classical optics, quantum optics, nonlinear optics, optical materials, photonics, laser technology, imaging systems, and emerging applications.

  • Introductory Statistics

    • 5th Edition
    • Sheldon M. Ross
    • English
    Introductory Statistics, Fifth Edition, reviews statistical concepts and techniques in a way that teaches students not only how and when to utilize the statistical procedures developed, but also how to understand why these procedures should be used. The text's main merits are the clarity of presentation, contemporary examples, applications from diverse areas, an explanation of intuition, and the ideas behind the statistical methods. Concepts are motivated, illustrated, and explained in a way that attempts to increase intuition. Applications and examples refer to real-world issues, such as gun control, stock price models, vaccines and other health issues, driving age limits, and many others.To quote from the preface, it is only when a student develops a feel or intuition for statistics that they are really on the path toward making sense of data. Ross achieves this goal through a coherent mix of mathematical analysis, intuitive discussions, and examples.

  • Biotemplated Catalysts

    Synthesis, Properties and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Mohammad Amin Makarem + 2 more
    • English
    The Advances in Biotechnology: Methods, Applications, and Case Studies series presents a comprehensive collection of volumes dedicated to the latest developments and interdisciplinary innovations across the vast landscape of biotechnology.Biotem... Catalysts: Synthesis, Properties and Applications is a comprehensive guide to the field of biotemplated catalysis, providing a systematic exploration of synthesis and characterization methods. The book compiles state-of-the-art research, methodologies, case studies, and practical insights, serving as a valuable resource for readers seeking a deeper understanding of biotemplated catalysts. It presents clear explanations of key concepts, detailed discussions of synthesis methods with real-world examples in action. Additionally, the book highlights the relevance and potential impact of biotemplated catalysis in various industries, bridging the gap between fundamental research and practical applications. It empowers readers to explore new avenues for research, innovation, and collaboration in this dynamic field.

  • Federated Learning

    Foundations and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Rajkumar Buyya + 2 more
    • English
    Federated Learning: Foundations and Applications provides a comprehensive guide to the foundations, architectures, systems, security, privacy, and applications of federated learning. Federated learning has become an increasingly important machine learning technique because it introduces local data analysis within clients and requires exchanging only model parameters between clients and servers. This book covers the fundamental concepts of federated learning, including machine learning, deep learning, centralized learning, and distributed learning processes. The book then progresses to cover the architectures, algorithms, and system models of federated learning, as well as security, privacy, and energy-efficiency techniques. Finally, the book presents various applications of federated learning through real-world case studies illustrating both centralized and decentralized federated learning.

  • Advances in Heterocyclic Chemistry

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 149
    • English
    Advances in Heterocyclic Chemistry series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters. Each chapter is written by an international board of authors.series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters. Each chapter is written by an international board of authors.

  • Green Technologies and Innovative Future for Waste Management

    Development in Wastewater Treatment Research and Processes
    • 1st Edition
    • Komal Agrawal + 2 more
    • English
    Green Technologies and Innovative Future for Waste Management: Development in Wastewater Treatment Research and Processes addresses the global interest in sustainable practices, along with challenges faced by modern society. The book explores the transformative potential of green technologies as sustainable alternatives to conventional methodologies and non-renewable resources, focusing on finding sustainable and renewable alternatives and addressing the increase in industrial activities and unregulated discharge of pollutants into the environment. It provides exhaustive information on the remediation of wastewater and agricultural waste, which are crucial for shaping the global economy. Researchers, scientists, academicians, and professionals in agriculture, environmental science, waste management, sustainability, and bio-energy will find this to be a very important resource. The book bridges the gap between the scientific community and policymakers, serving as a pivotal reference work for students, faculty members, environmentalists, and industrial practitioners in the field of green and bio-based technologies.

  • Digital Outcasts

    Moving Technology Forward without Leaving People Behind
    • 2nd Edition
    • Kel Smith
    • English
    Digital Outcasts: Moving Technology Forward without Leaving People Behind, Second Edition comprehensively explores inclusive design in human-computer interaction. The book examines the real-life experiences of people with disabilities as they navigate systemic barriers in employment, education, healthcare, and social connectivity. This new edition covers the intersectionality of disability with other forms of economic and political discrimination, uncovering how biases related to race, gender, and ability are reflected in language models and AI algorithms. With digital access a foundational element of human existence, the consequences of exclusion are far-reaching and increasingly urgent.Citing case studies in law, creative arts, and social science, this updated edition also examines the historical and emergent impact people with disabilities have on culture and industry. Digital Outcasts emphases that disability has long served as a powerful catalyst for design innovation, driving transformational benefit for consumers of all abilities and backgrounds. Taking into account new legal and technological perspectives, this revision stands as an update on the progress we have made—and how far we have yet to go.

  • Applied Nanoplasmonics

    Applications in Chemical Sensing and Radiation Detection
    • 1st Edition
    • Prasanta Mandal + 2 more
    • English
    Applied Nanoplasmonics: Applications in Chemical Sensing and Radiation Detection dives into the world of plasmonics and its various applications in modern technology. It covers fundamental concepts, detailed nanofabrication methods for creating plasmonic and photonic structures, computational modeling, and practical uses. Notable advancements like plasmonic SERS chemical sensing, absorbing metamaterials, and plasmonic tweezers are comprehensively discussed, bridging the gap between theoretical understanding and practical implementation. In addition to fundamentals, the book reviews surface plasmons and their dispersion, excitation techniques, nanofabrication, and applications in solar energy, radiation sensing, photodetection, and opto-electronic devices.The chapter on SPASER examines its core principles and limitations, making the book an essential reference for researchers in this multidisciplinary field.

  • Broadband Dielectric Spectroscopy

    Fundamentals and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Carlos M. Costa + 1 more
    • English
    Broadband Dielectric Spectroscopy: Fundamentals and Applications explores the current landscape of BDS in detail, with a focus on techniques, analytical tools, materials, and devices. It covers both the theory and fundamentals, as well as the most recent advances, with a specific focus on novel applications within advanced materials.Section I provides a strong theoretical background and foundational overview, while explaining how experimental tests can be conducted, discussing the methods of analyzing data via various formalisms. Detailed methods are provided together with example case studies. The book explores the ways in which BDS intersects with and can be used in conjunction with other analytical and spectroscopic techniques. Section II shows how BDS can be used in cutting-edge ways on some of the most important materials used in chemical and material science research, such as solution materials, polymers, hybrid polymers and nanocomposites, ionic liquids, and active dielectrics. Finally, Section III uses case studies and detailed methods and protocols to provide examples of how BDS can be used across various industries.This book will make an excellent resource for students (both upper undergraduate and postgraduate), researchers, and engineers looking to work with this technique, primarily materials chemists, analytical chemists, materials scientists, physicists, and physical chemists working with BDS or working on advanced materials, dielectric materials, materials for electronics, and in the area of dielectric relaxation processes for advanced applications.

  • Multidimensional Signal Processing

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 54
    • English
    Multidimensional Signal Processing, Volume 54 in the Handbook of Statistics series is dedicated to presenting the latest developments and methodologies in multidimensional signal processing. The book aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the theories, models, and methods that form the foundation of this field. Chapters in this new release include Robust Parameter Estimation of Two Dimensional Chirp Model, Computability Theory for Multidimensional Signal Processing, Tensor signal processing, Spectral compressed sensing by structured matrix optimization methods, Space-time imaging, Hypercomplex Widely Linear Processing, and much more. The book's chapters are meticulously curated to offer detailed, educational content rather than conventional journal-style articles.Other chapters cover Hypercomplex phase retrieval, Hypercomplex widely linear estimation, MIMO radar signal processing, Computational lidar, Signal processing applications of higher-dimensional graphs, Space-Time Radio Signal Processing by Photonic Upconversion, Computational imaging, and Topology identification and learning over graphs using multi-dimensional data.

  • Functional Analysis

    Theory and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Anita Tomar + 2 more
    • English
    An applied understanding of functional analysis is essential for students pursuing research or careers in pure mathematics, applied mathematics, mathematical physics, and engineering, among other disciplines.Function... Analysis: Theory and Applications offers a comprehensive exploration of functional analysis. Authored by esteemed mathematicians with extensive expertise in the field, this book thoroughly introduces fundamental concepts in functional analysis, including Banach spaces, Hilbert spaces, operator theory, nonlinear analysis, linear operators, and normed spaces, and implements these in real-world problems across various scientific and engineering disciplines.The book's rigorous mathematical treatment is combined with worked examples, exercises and solutions, visual aids, application case studies, and future directions across all chapters to reinforce learning, while appendices offer supplementary materials, proofs of theorems, and tables of important results, among other resources.

  • Net Zero Transition in Buildings

    Emerging Concepts and Technologies
    • 1st Edition
    • Xiaojun Luo + 1 more
    • English
    Energy efficiency is an integral part of making buildings greener, which has become a key issue for both developing and developed countries. Scholars, researchers, and practitioners from a number of interconnected disciplines have all shown increasing interest in the topic, and studies into buildings’ energy performance and cutting-edge measures to achieve government-steered commitments to reduce global greenhouse gas emissions over the coming decades have proliferated.Net Zero Transition in Buildings, Emerging Concepts and Technologies is a timely, up-to-date reference resource on design, operation, and management of technology-enhanced equipment and advanced strategies that put guidance and attention toward sustainably responsible energy use within and around buildings at their core. The volume’s contents have been subdivided into sections, additionally proffering a deliberately structured flow throughout all chapters which is aimed at quickly getting readers at all levels up to speed or providing them with answers to key questions. Part I discusses physical solutions, namely different types of devices that harness renewable energy resources, store energy, or combine cooling, heating, and power systems; part II covers digital tools (e.g., AI, blockchain, big data, IoT, and digital twins) that can aid with carbon emissions’ accounting, predicting and optimizing energy consumption patterns, and more; and part III investigates the very latest technical concepts and approaches for energy self-producing built environment assets and a variety of integrated best practices for the construction sector as a whole. Furthermore, as the net zero transition in this context is a concept that has multidimensional pillars, part IV concludes this sought-after knowledge compilation by making it more comprehensive, well-rounded, and useful for audiences in academia and industry alike.

  • Physical Metallurgy

    • 6th Edition
    • David E. Laughlin + 1 more
    • English
    Physical Metallurgy, Sixth Edition preserves the excellence of the previous editions of this popular work, keeping everything up-to-date and offering definitive, in-depth chapters with superb coverage and clarity of explanations. The book provides comprehensive and in-depth coverage of both ferrous and non-ferrous materials, written by leaders in the respective field, going from fundamental and foundational understanding to a higher level of knowledge. The book expertly integrates fundamental theory with advanced materials characterization techniques. It is an excellent resource for students and early-career metallurgists, while also offering great depth and insight for more experienced readers.The chapters have been revised and expanded, with new chapters on the physical metallurgy of light alloys and titanium alloys, as well as atom probe field ion microscopy, computational metallurgy, and orientational imaging microscopy. Emphasis on sustainability is encouraged throughout, and the volumes incorporate the latest experimental research results and theoretical insights.

  • Flexible DC Traction Power Supply System in Urban Rail Transit

    Design, Operation and Control
    • 1st Edition
    • Chao Lu + 4 more
    • English
    Flexible DC Traction Power Supply Systems in Urban Rail Transit: Design, Operation and Control is an essential guide on the cutting-edge of the field that clarifies the current standard for power converters, traction control, and energy systems for rail transport before introducing basic concepts, configurations, and opportunities for flexible DC traction power supply systems. Other sections provide a detailed guide to operating principles and core functions in comparison to traditional diode rectifier-based traction power supply systems. This is a critical resource for energy and electrical engineers, researchers, and students developing the sustainable infrastructure of the future.Key techniques are analyzed with attentive reference to rail application context and appropriate case studies. The book closes with two full chapters of novel case studies from China that support practical application and further development by readers. Working from foundational principles to real-world applications.

  • Electronics Use in Harsh Environments

    Challenges and Perspectives
    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 74
    • Rajan Ambat + 2 more
    • English
    Electronics Use in Harsh Environments: Challenges and Perspectives provides a state-of-the-art review on environmental reliability issues in electronics in different technological applications due to exposure in harsh environments. This is an important issue today in relation to both high (power electronics) and low voltage applications as well as in connection with their use in various industrial sectors such as wind energy, solar, automotive, transport, and consumer electronic sectors. The book takes an application-based approach and covers environmental reliability studies in power electronics systems and components. Chapters focus on current applications, environmental reliability issues, and remedial measures that are available.Relevant issues related to electronic processing/material use and corrosion issues, failure mechanisms due to high voltage, and thermal incidents caused by corrosion issues are also discussed in detail. The book will be a valuable reference source for academic and industrial researchers, materials scientists, and engineers, as well as corrosion specialists and all those involved in electronic reliability studies and electrification issues in transport, consumer goods and energy sectors.

  • Comprehensive Polymer Science

    • 2nd Edition
    • Ray Suprakas Sinha
    • English
    Comprehensive Polymer Science presents an authoritative and comprehensive treatment on the role of polymers in modern science and technology. Like the book's first edition, this update gives a broad, in-depth, and fundamental understanding of polymer synthesis, polymerization processes, properties, characterization methods, and techniques to develop polymer nanostructures and soft objects. Readers will find discussions on a myriad of applications of polymeric materials, with this fully revised and updated edition including a greater focus on issues surrounding sustainability, energy, and biomedical fields.As a complete overview of the flourishing role of polymers in modern science and technology, this new edition retains the critically acclaimed approach of the previous edition while introducing readers to the latest developments in the field.

  • Microalgal Biofuels

    Biotechnology and Biorefineries
    • 1st Edition
    • Krishna Kumar Jaiswal + 1 more
    • English
    Microalgal Biofuels: Biotechnology and Biorefineries advances reader understanding of microalgal biofuels as a sustainable energy solution and encourages the transition to cleaner energy by highlighting cutting-edge biotechnologies and innovative practices for reducing CO2 emissions in the biofuel production process. Broken into five sections, the first section, Microalgal Biofuels: Biotechnology and Biorefineries presents the scientific underpinnings of biofuel production and explores cutting-edge biotechnologies that are transforming microalgal biofuel production. Section two, "Advanced Microalgal Biofuels," focuses on the latest developments in biodiesel production from microalgae and discusses the novel production methods and standards in the industry. The third section, "Microalgal Biorefineries,” provides an in-depth examination of the design, technologies, and impacts of microalgal biorefineries with emphasis on the importance of optimal biomass utilization. Section four, "Environmental and Co-Product Perspectives," explores the environmental benefits of microalgal biofuels and the potential use of co-products such as nutraceuticals, animal feed, and bioplastics that reinforce the concept of a circular bioeconomy. Finally, section five, "Future Trends and Case Studies," considers the future of microalgal biofuels and discusses market trends, commercial production challenges, and innovative case studies from the field. Researchers and professionals in the fields of bioenergy, biotechnology, renewable energy, and environmental science, as well as students studying related fields will benefit from this timely reference.

  • Applications of Biopolymers and Biocomposites

    • 1st Edition
    • Mohammad Jawaid + 3 more
    • English
    Applications of Biopolymers and Biocomposites, part of a Two-Volume set, provides comprehensive information on the latest advances in this important research field. The book showcases how these materials are being used to address environmental challenges and create new and innovative solutions in fields such as packaging, where biopolymers offer biodegradability and reduced environmental impact; in the automotive industry, where lightweight and sustainable materials are much sought after; in construction, where biocomposites find use in structural components; and in biomedical fields, where biopolymers are being explored for drug delivery, tissue engineering, and medical devices.By highlighting these real-world applications, the volume facilitates the reader’s understanding on how these materials are contributing to sustainable development and new innovative emerging technologies. As an accompaniment to its sister volume, which focuses on the preparation, processing, and properties of these materials, the two volumes work together to create a comprehensive picture of new developments in biopolymers and biocomposites.

  • Renewable Energy and Process Plant's Piping and Equipment Estimating Manual

    • 1st Edition
    • Kenneth Storm
    • English
    Renewable Energy and Process Plant's Piping and Equipment Estimating Manual is a forward-thinking guide that blends hands-on construction estimating with robust, data-driven strategies. Storm introduces tested techniques for calculating man-hours, helping professionals minimize planning and execution costs while boosting accuracy. The manual thoroughly examines contemporary estimation practices, featuring statistical analysis, real-world data, and advanced Excel modeling to produce reliable, repeatable results. It’s especially relevant for renewable energy projects—including solar, geothermal, and green hydrogen—offering tailored estimating procedures and equipment scopes to handle design variability. This strategic approach empowers estimators to align estimates closely with actual field data.In addition to the foundational principles and labor productivity analysis, the manual is structured across seventeen chapters covering a wide range of plant types and specialties from combined cycle power stations to specialized facilities like pulp and paper, wastewater treatment, and industrial package boilers. Notably, dedicated chapters focus on estimating for renewable energy sectors, delivering practical strategies for equipment installation and construction. With sample estimates and statistical applications, the book serves as an essential reference for construction estimators, engineers, and project managers seeking efficient, error-reducing estimation techniques and comprehensive analytical tools for complex projects.

  • Seismic Response Analysis Methods for Site-Structure Systems

    • 1st Edition
    • Piguang Wang + 3 more
    • English
    In the quest to enhance the robustness and resilience of structures, especially when these are subjected to external stresses and strains, Seismic Response Analysis Methods for Site-Structure Systems serves as a vital reference for advanced students, researchers, and engineering professionals who seek to deepen their knowledge of soil dynamics theory and other earthquake engineering fundamentals underpinning building and infrastructure design and performance in both onshore and offshore environments.The group of experts who authored the volume guide readers through an in-depth, highly technical overview of a variety of systematically presented computational mechanics techniques and sophisticated formulation tools (e.g., 1D finite element artificial boundary method, the stiffness matrix method, methods for absorbing boundary condition when solving the near-field wave propagation problems, methods for seismic wave input, the internal substructure method, integral analysis models in time domain based on the FEM, and more) to model and assess structural behavior under seismic loads. Case studies and other applied examples extend the book’s interest to the practical realm to create new, or to refine existing, measures to mitigate damage or prevent catastrophic losses.

  • Smart Wearable IoT

    Principles and Implementation of Development Modules with Wireless Biomedical SOC
    • 1st Edition
    • Shuenn-Yuh Lee + 1 more
    • English
    Smart Wearable IoT: Principles and Implementation of Development Modules with Wireless Biomedical SOC focuses on the development of intelligent wearable technology integrated with the Internet and various platforms. The book provides detailed guidance on building a user-friendly development platform that features intelligent wearable systems, including bio-signal SoCs/modules, user-friendly websites/apps, and artificial intelligence (AI) systems on edge/cloud. By exploring specific case studies, such as the ECG-based fatigue analysis system, readers will gain fundamental knowledge in biosignal acquisition and processing.This hands-on approach enables users to understand the integration of digital signal processing and artificial intelligence in analyzing physiological data, ultimately enhancing their skills in developing innovative wearable solutions.

  • Pioneering Autonomous Technology: A Deep Dive into Hyper Automation

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 143
    • English
    Pioneering Autonomous Technology: A Deep Dive into Hyper Automation, Volume 143 in the Advances in Computers series, showcases the transformative role of artificial intelligence, deep learning, and machine learning in creating safer, more efficient, and socially inclusive environments. This volume explores how autonomous technologies are reshaping healthcare, transportation, agriculture, and urban living. Chapters cover important topics such as a Survey on Deep Learning Based Autonomous Medical Diagnosis Models for Chronic Disease Identification, Human-Robot Interaction: Ensuring Safe and Effective Coordination, Blazing Trails: Cutting-Edge Technologies Revolutionizing Forest Fire Screening, Connected Communities: Fostering Social Inclusion and Equity in Smart Cities through IoT Integration, and much more.Additional chapters cover a Preliminary Study of Retinal Biomarkers Detection on Fundus Images for the Diagnosis of Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Diseases, Deep Learning Driven Classification of Sweet Lime Leaves: A Superior CNN Approach for Agricultural Automation, Machine Learning in Healthcare: Advancements, Applications, and Challenges, Feature Extraction and Object Recognition in Autonomous Systems, The Future of Autonomous Vehicles: Industry Trends, Technologies, and Challenges, Autonomous Systems: Shaping the Future of Industries and Transportation, and many other topics that will be of interest to readers.

  • Preparation, Processing, and Properties of Biopolymers and Biocomposites

    • 1st Edition
    • Mohammad Jawaid + 3 more
    • English
    Preparation, Processing and Properties of Biopolymers and Biocomposites, part of a Two-Volume set, provides comprehensive information on the latest advances in this important research field. This volume focuses on the preparation, processing, and properties of these materials, providing fundamental principles of processing biopolymers and creating their associated biocomposites are covered in detail. It covers topics such as extraction and purification of biopolymers from natural sources, synthesis of biopolymers through fermentation and bioengineering, and the incorporation of fillers and reinforcements to create biocomposites with unique tailored properties.The volume also explores the characterization techniques used to assess the physical, mechanical, thermal, and chemical properties of these materials. By providing insights into their processing techniques and structure-property relationships, this volume will equip the reader with the knowledge needed to design and engineer these materials for a specific range of applications. As an accompaniment to its sister volume, which focuses on applications of these materials, the two volumes work together to create a comprehensive picture of new developments in biopolymers and biocomposites.

  • Green Microbial Nanotechnology for Food and Agriculture

    New and Future Developments in Microbial Biotechnology and Bioengineering
    • 1st Edition
    • Chaudhery Mustansar Hussain + 2 more
    • English
    Green Microbial Nanotechnology for Food and Agriculture: New and Future Developments in Microbial Biotechnology and Bioengineering explores the intersection between microbial sciences, nanotechnology, and sustainable practices in the food and agriculture sectors. The book delves into innovative solutions that harness the power of microorganisms and nanotechnology to tackle pressing challenges, emphasizing eco-friendly approaches that enhance food production and agricultural practices while minimizing environmental impact. Readers will discover valuable insights and practical strategies aimed at fostering a more sustainable and resilient future.The book is structured into five detailed parts, beginning with the fundamentals of green microbial nanotechnology, covering topics such as enhanced seed germination, precision agriculture, and climate-resilient practices. Subsequent sections address nano-enabled insecticides and biosensors, food processing innovations for improved safety and quality, and real-world case studies that illustrate successful applications. The final part discusses ethical considerations, regulatory landscapes, and the challenges and opportunities in scaling up these technologies. Green Microbial Nanotechnology for Food & Agriculture: New and Future Developments in Microbial Biotechnology and Bioengineering is an essential resource for researchers, professionals, scientists, and environmentalists, providing a wealth of knowledge on innovative applications that enhance food safety, promote sustainable agricultural practices, and reduce reliance on harmful chemicals.

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