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  • Recent Advances on Hydrogen Storage in Micro- and Mesoporous Materials

    Green Sustainable Process for Chemical and Environmental Engineering and Science
    • 1st Edition
    • Amir Al-Ahmed + 2 more
    • English
    Recent Advances on Hydrogen Storage in Micro- and Mesoporous Materials: Green Sustainable Process for Chemical and Environmental Engineering and Science provides the latest and important findings of physisorption-based hydrogen storage in a single source. The book investigates microporous and mesoporous materials, such as zeolites and microporous other solids, polymers having intrinsic micro-porosity (PIMs), metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), active carbons (including carbon nanostructures), and polymers for hydrogen storage by physisorption. This indispensable resource helps researchers in academia and hydrogen industries learn about the present status, progress, and future directions related to important findings of physisorption-based hydrogen storage, enabling them to stay current.

  • Digital Twins in Manufacturing

    Applications and Case Studies
    • 1st Edition
    • Masoud Soroush + 1 more
    • English
    Digital Twins in Manufacturing: Applications and Case Studies explores digital twin technologies, demonstrating how digital twins enhance manufacturing processes, optimize efficiency, and facilitate informed decision-making. By bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical implementation, the book equips professionals with the tools needed to leverage digital twins for improved product quality and operational effectiveness. It covers a wide array of topics, including digital twins for biomanufacturing, polymerization processes, additive manufacturing, and energy industries. Readers will find detailed discussions on predictive maintenance, process optimization, and the integration of AI and IoT strategies.Each chapter presents actionable insights and step-by-step implementation guides, addressing real-world challenges and showcasing successful applications in smart factories and high-risk environments. By bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical implementation, the book equips professionals with the tools needed to leverage digital twins for improved product quality and operational effectiveness.

  • Green Microbial Nanotechnology for Biomedical Applications

    New and Future Developments in Microbial Biotechnology and Bioengineering
    • 1st Edition
    • Chaudhery Mustansar Hussain + 2 more
    • English
    Green Microbial Nanotechnology for Biomedical Applications: New and Future Developments in Microbial Biotechnology and Bioengineering delves into innovative, sustainable practices for biomedical applications. The book presents a comprehensive exploration of the latest scientific advancements in environmentally conscious nanomaterial synthesis and their implications for cutting-edge biomedical technologies. Readers will discover how these eco-friendly solutions can revolutionize drug delivery systems, gene therapy, and tissue engineering, all while adhering to the principles of sustainability and green science. Structured into five insightful parts, this volume begins with the fundamentals of green microbial (nano)biotechnology, covering essential topics such as nano-enabled drug delivery, nanoparticle-mediate... therapies, and applications in neurological disorders. Subsequent sections dive into advanced biomedical imaging techniques using microbial nanoprobes and nanosensors, the application of (nano)biotechnology in various engineering domains, and compelling case studies that illustrate real-world applications. Finally, the book addresses future perspectives, regulatory frameworks, and ethical considerations, ensuring a holistic understanding of the field. Green Microbial Nanotechnology for Biomedical Applications: New and Future Developments in Microbial Biotechnology and Bioengineering is an invaluable resource for researchers, chemical engineers, and professionals in microbiology, nanotechnology, biomedical engineering, and environmental science, providing the knowledge and insights needed to explore the promising advancements and challenges of green microbial (nano)biotechnology, paving the way for sustainable innovations.

  • Learning-based Soft Sensing and Predictions for Process Industries

    Theory, Methodology and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Hamid Reza Karimi + 1 more
    • English
    Learning-Based Predictions and Soft Sensing for Process Industries: Theory, Methodology and Applications covers prediction and soft sensing in industrial processes that are subject to specific challenges with AI-empowered learning algorithms. With the aid of a data-driven modeling strategy, the book explores the problems of industrial prediction and soft sensing and formulates a series of learning-based theory, methodologies, and applications. The book introduces the basics of prediction and soft sensing backgrounds, including different categories of prediction theory. Secondly, covers the foundations of machine learning methodologies, including supervised learning prediction, semi-supervised, and self-supervised prediction. Finally, the book examines novel learning-based models/architectures...

  • Animals and Human Society

    Impacts of Animals on People and People on Animals
    • 2nd Edition
    • Colin G. Scanes + 1 more
    • English
    Animals and Human Society: Impacts of Animals on People and People on Animals, Second editon provides a solid, scientific, research-based background to advance our understanding of how animals and humans interact and impact each other. Animals and humans have had profound effects on each other throughout human history, spanning all aspects of human society from agriculture, disease, culture, religion, companionship, entertainment, environment, and more. Developed by renowned experts Colin Scanes and Samia Toukhsati, this second edition features a new introductory chapter covering the biological concepts necessary for technical and non-technical audiences of this book. All first edition chapters have been revised to bring readers up to date on research advancements from the last decade, and novel chapters cover animal ethics, welfare, the basis of anthrozoology, zooarchaeology, and more. Guest essays further supplement updated chapter content by providing broad interdisciplinary and geographically diverse perspectives in the field. Animals and Human Society, Second Edition is an excellent resource for academics and industry professionals requiring fundamental information on the history and biology behind human-animal interactions, as well as interested laypersons looking to augment their knowledge on the many impacts of animals in human society.

  • Circular Economy Through Waste Management and Resource Utilization

    • 1st Edition
    • Rahul Baidya + 4 more
    • English
    Circular Economy Through Waste Management and Resource Utilization delves into the intricacies of waste management and resource circulation, exploring specific aspects of the circular economy framework, including innovative technologies for waste treatment and recycling, case studies on successful circular economy initiatives across industries, and policy recommendations to foster the adoption of circularity principles on a global scale. By synthesizing cutting-edge research and practical insights, this edited book serves as a valuable resource for academics, policymakers, and industry professionals seeking to understand and contribute to the advancement of circular economy practices through effective waste managements and waste utilization.With a focus on practical solutions and actionable strategies, the book provides a roadmap for navigating the complexities of modern waste management systems and harnessing the potential of resource circulation to achieve sustainable development goals. Each chapter offers a unique perspective on key challenges and opportunities in the transition towards a circular economy and resource circulation, from the integration of circular principles through sustainable waste management to the optimization of waste-to-energy technologies and the development of circular supply chains.

  • AI Below the Surface

    Navigating the Deep Ocean with Intelligence
    • 1st Edition
    • Palanichamy Naveen + 2 more
    • English
    AI Below the Surface: Navigating the Deep Ocean with Intelligence provides a comprehensive overview of how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is utilized in marine science, marine biology, and oceanography. Through its exploration of advanced AI technologies and their interaction with complex underwater ecosystems, this edited volume offers valuable insights into future applications and trends as well as to ethical considerations and challenges. Comprised of twelve chapters authored by global experts in AI, marine biology, and oceanography, the book caters to students, researchers, and practitioners seeking a deep understanding of AI's impact in these fields.This resource serves as an accessible and indispensable guide, shedding light on the transformative role of AI in marine exploration.

  • Advances in Medical Imaging

    From Behavioral Analysis to Disease Prevention and Rehabilitation
    • 1st Edition
    • Dilber Uzun Ozsahin + 4 more
    • English
    Advances in Medical Imaging: From Behavioral Analysis to Disease Prevention and Rehabilitation presents a comprehensive exploration of the rapidly evolving field of medical imaging at the crossroads of clinical science, behavioral research, and public health. This book addresses the growing need to understand how advanced imaging technologies—such as MRI, PET, and ultrasound—are transforming healthcare beyond traditional diagnosis. By capturing structural, functional, metabolic, and molecular processes, these innovations provide new insights into brain function, lifestyle impacts, chronic disease, and rehabilitation, supporting the shift toward personalized and preventive medicine.The book is organized into five thematic sections covering a wide range of topics. Early chapters focus on the integration of neuroimaging with behavioral science, highlighting brain–behavior relationships through cutting-edge imaging modalities and cognitive software. Subsequent sections examine the effects of sedentary lifestyles on brain health, vascular function assessed by ultrasound, and musculoskeletal aging through imaging biomarkers. Additional chapters explore chronic disease management, yoga and cognitive well-being, stroke recovery, traumatic brain injury rehabilitation, and the expanding role of imaging in oncology and systemic diseases. Throughout, the book emphasizes the use of artificial intelligence, radiomics, and multimodal imaging to enhance precision medicine and population health research.Advances in Medical Imaging: From Behavioral Analysis to Disease Prevention and Rehabilitation offers valuable insights for researchers, clinicians, and healthcare professionals interested in the applications of medical imaging across multiple disciplines. It highlights imaging’s critical role in advancing personalized care, supporting preventive strategies, and fostering innovation in modern healthcare.

  • Functionalized Metal Nanoparticles

    Current Research Trends and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Bibhuti Bhusan Sahu + 3 more
    • English
    Functionalized Metal Nanoparticles: Current Research Trends and Applications provides a comprehensive overview of synthesis techniques, characterization methods, and potential for functionalization of metal nanoparticles and their hybrid materials. It offers guidance on selecting metal nanoparticles for optimal material properties and practical utilization across various fields. Additionally, the book explores a wide range of applications for metal nanoparticles, including catalysis, sensors, optics, and electronics, with a focus on emerging topics such as bio-hydrogen production, energy technologies, and drug delivery systems.This book serves as a valuable resource for researchers, engineers, and academics interested in the fundamentals, latest research advances, and emerging technological applications of metal nanoparticles and their functionalization.

  • Structural Biology of Amyloid Fibrils

    • 1st Edition
    • Vijay Kumar + 1 more
    • English
    Structural Biology of Amyloid Fibrils provides a comprehensive reference on the structure of protein aggregates in different neurodegenerative diseases, along with their molecular bases. Chapters describe these structures in detail, highlighting their similarities and differences across different disease states along with an unprecedented overview of current developments and new hypotheses emerging in amyloid fibril structure, stability and mechanisms of formation. The book also discusses how amyloid structure may affect the ability of fibrils to spread to different sites in a prion-like manner, as well as their role in disease. Featuring chapters on NMR, X-ray crystallography, and Cryo-EM methods, and discussing the structure of amyloid fibrils obtained directly from patients, the book allows readers to understand how polymorphism is associated with disease phenotype and how fibril structure affects and influences the cellular environment. Understanding the molecular architecture of amyloid fibrils and oligomers will be an important step towards developing therapeutic interventions based on targeting the fibrils and oligomers themselves and the processes that generate them.

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