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  • Deep Learning in Genetics and Genomics

    Volume 1: Foundations and Introductory Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Khalid Raza
    • English
    Deep Learning in Genetics and Genomics vol. 1, Foundations and Applications, the intersection of deep learning and genetics opens up new avenues for advancing our understanding of the genetic code, gene regulation, and the broader genomics landscape. The book not only covers the most up-to-date advancements in the field of deep learning in genetics and genomics, but also a wide spectrum of (sub) topics including medical and clinical genetics, predictive medicine, transcriptomic, and gene expression studies. In 21 chapters Deep Learning in Genetics and Genomics vol. 1, Foundations and Applications describes how AI and DL have become increasingly useful in genetics and genomics research where both play a crucial role by accelerating research, improving the understanding of the human genome, and enabling personalized healthcare. From the fundamentals concepts and practical applications of deep learning algorithms to a wide range of challenging problems from genetics and genomics, Deep Learning in Genetics and Genomics vol. 1, Foundations and Applications creates a better knowledge of the biological and genetics mechanisms behind disease illnesses and improves the forecasting abilities using the different methodologies described. This title offers a unique resource for wider, deeper, and in-depth coverage of recent advancement in deep learning-based approaches in genetics and genomics, helping researchers process and interpret vast amounts of genetic data, identify patterns, and make discoveries that would be challenging or impossible using traditional methods.

  • Electrocardiography of Channelopathies

    A Primer for the Clinical Cardiologist
    • 1st Edition
    • Manlio F. Márquez-Murillo
    • English
    Electrocardiography of Channelopathies: A Primer for the Clinical Cardiologist introduces readers to the inherited arrhythmia syndromes that are a leading cause of sudden cardiac death. As the ECG is the cornerstone of identifying inherited arrhythmia syndromes, this cutting-edge book is a critical resource to guide cardiologists in using the technology for optimum diagnosis and treatment of their patients. It clearly delineates the differences between each syndrome to improve accuracy and health outcomes. Its easy portability belies a vast knowledge base for use by clinicians in the moment as well as by researchers in the laboratory.This book illuminates diseases such as Short and Long QT Syndromes, Andersen-Tawil Syndrome, Brugada Syndrome, Polymorphic Ventricular Tachycardia, and Early Repolarization syndrome. Electrocardiography of Channelopathies: A Primer for the Clinical Cardiologist will no doubt become a go-to reference for experienced clinicians seeking confirmation of their diagnoses, as well as those newer to the field seeking guidance in ECG interpretation.

  • Digital Pathology

    Implementation in Clinical Practice with AI applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Meera Hameed + 1 more
    • English
    Digital Pathology: Implementation in Clinical Practice with AI Applications covers digital pathology applications in a clinical pathology laboratory setting, providing guidance and various tools for practical implementation. This comprehensive and detailed description of nuts and bolts of digital pathology implementation is unique and comes from the experience of high throughput scanning from a large surgical pathology laboratory. This is a valuable reference to prepare the end users not only about thoughtful launch of digital pathology but also to prepare for the future use of AI mediated decision support tools as the field advances.This book covers the entire range of this topic and can be used as a practical reference for individuals that wish to be part of the evolution of diagnostic pathology. Sections include pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic processes, encompassing hardware, software, space, staffing, quality control, laboratory information system applications, clinical validation, use cases and future applications, including computer assisted diagnosis and decision support tools.

  • Advancements in Nanotechnology for Food and Packaging

    • 1st Edition
    • Tabli Ghosh + 2 more
    • English
    Advancements in Nanotechnology for Food and Packaging explores current trends, advances and associated challenges of the applications of nanotechnology in the food sectors, such as the fabrication and characterization of functional food, developments and shelf-life extension. This book is organized into 16 chapters that cover the main concepts related to the use of nanotechnology in food processing, packaging and monitoring. Coverage includes food functionalization, quality management and control, food sensory, membrane filtration technology, nanotechnology-based sensors, sustainable packaging, regulatory aspects, and much more.This book an essential resource for materials and food scientists, technologists, researchers, academics and professionals working in nanotechnology and food science.

  • Health Literacy in Medicines Use and Pharmacy

    A Definitive Guide
    • 1st Edition
    • Ahmed Awaisu + 4 more
    • English
    Health Literacy in Medicines Use and Pharmacy: A Definitive Guide highlights issues related to medication literacy from the context of the pharmacist and other healthcare professionals. This definitive guide will undoubtedly serve as an invaluable resource for healthcare professionals in training and practice, fostering excellence in patient care globally. The book provides a clear explanation of medication literacy, presents different tools to assess health and medication literacy, readability, and comprehensibility of written medicine information (WMI), and elaborates on different approaches to develop customized and patient-friendly WMI. The book also covers health and medication literacy in special populations, including geriatrics, pediatrics, and pregnant/lactating patients. Written by experts in health communication, this book will help pharmacists, other health professionals, educators, students, and regulators, who need to develop customized educational materials that can be understood by a broad range of patients, especially those with low health literacy.

  • Bacterial Enzymes as Targets for Drug Discovery

    Meeting the Challenges of Antibiotic Resistance
    • 1st Edition
    • Punit Kaur + 1 more
    • English
    Bacterial Enzymes as Targets for Drug Discovery: Meeting the Challenges of Antibiotic Resistance addresses the gap between medical microbiology, structural biology, and genomic science in the development of new antibacterial drug development. This book consolidates detailed profiling of bacterial target enzyme families for the drug discovery process and methodologies for use and validation of the potential drug targets. The contents cover the foundations of the antibiotic drug discovery process and focus on bacterial enzymes as drug targets, building across these disciplines to provide a comprehensive resource in bacterial structural biology and genomics. This is the ideal reference for antibiotic drug discovery researchers in the pharma industry and academia. Biochemists, microbiologists, and medicinal chemists will also benefit from this books’ content.

  • Chemistry of Thermal and Non-Thermal Food Processing Technologies

    • 1st Edition
    • Brijesh K Tiwari + 1 more
    • English
    Chemistry of Thermal and Non-Thermal Food Processing Technologies provides the latest information to the food science community about the chemistry of emerging food processing technologies, including the fundamentals, recent trends, chemistry aspects in terms of quality parameters, and microbial inactivation for each technology. Divided in 4 sections, the book focus on a range of emerging technologies, such as microwave processing of food, radio frequency processing, infrared processing, ohmic heating, drying technologies, ionizing radiation processing, among others.All chapters include the following common features: principle, scope and mechanisms; effect on macromolecules (proteins, lipids, carbohydrates); effect on bioactives (Vitamins, minerals, bioactive agents); chemistry of microbial inactivation; and degradation mechanisms.

  • Time-Resolved Methods in Structural Biology

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 709
    • English
    Time-Resolved Methods in Structural Biology series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters. Each chapter is written by an international board of authors.

  • MicroRNA Advances and Application in Plant Biology

    • 1st Edition
    • Rahul Datta + 2 more
    • English
    MicroRNA Advances and Application in Plant Biology presents a broad range of tools and techniques used for microRNA identification and utilization for diversity analysis in plants, crop improvement, and gene regulation. With expert insights, this book addresses those concepts through curated chapters that are well-illustrated with informative data, tables, figures, and photographs. While biological microRNA database resources have been created for the better understanding of structural and functional properties of primary-microRNAs (pri-microRNAs) to mature microRNAs, there remains a need for foundation understanding of how microRNAs may play a very crucial role in a plant lifecycle as an regulatory and stress tolerance molecule.There are still many unanswered questions about the structural and functional properties of the microRNAs, like the role of microRNA in crop improvement, gene regulation, stress tolerance, disease resistance plant, plant communication, and environmental interaction.

  • T Cell Metabolism and Cancer Immunotherapy

    • 1st Edition
    • Jianxun Song
    • English
    T Cell Metabolism and Cancer Immunotherapy delves into the intricate regulation of T-cell immunity and tolerance. As research advances in cell-based therapies, the potential of engineered immune cells to treat cancers and other diseases is becoming increasingly evident due to their powerful capabilities. Additionally, the book offers valuable insights into developing and optimizing strategies for bacterium-based immunotherapies. Despite great advancement in immunotherapy such as adoptive T cell transfer-based regimen, the clinical outcomes remain less satisfactory due to a variety of factors that lessen its therapeutic efficacy. By determining the role and importance of T cell metabolism in the regulation of T lymphocytes that are related to the development and managements of aberrant immunity, T Cell Metabolism and Cancer Immunotherapy designs and develops novel and more effective strategies for improving regimens for patients with aberrant immunity. Within ten chapters the content not only reveals targets of T cell metabolism as critical determinants of immune regulation, but also uncovers unique therapeutic opportunities to improve immunotherapy through targeting T cell metabolism. This fills a significant gap in the knowledge of scientists working in the field of onco-immunology/immu... and students learning about T cells, metabolism, immunomodulation, and immunotherapy.

  • Advances in Biomembranes and Lipid Self-Assembly

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 40
    • English
    Advances in Biomembranes and Lipid Self-Assembly, Volume 40 highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters written by an international board of authors.

  • Immune Therapy for Pancreatic and Colon Cancers

    • 1st Edition
    • Ganji Purnachandra Nagaraju + 2 more
    • English
    Immune Therapy for Pancreatic and Colon Cancer expands the knowledge on pathways, immune modulators, immune check points, and monoclonal antibodies that can lead to appropriate cancer treatment. With a strong focus on the development of immune therapies to improve the survival rates of pancreatic and colon cancer, this book also shows the latest trends in immune targeted approaches for cancer treatment. Sections describe the role of and the immune response to pancreatic and colon cancer, gives insights to past and current immunotherapies, including metabolic reprogramming, immune blockade therapy and immune modulation.This book is a valuable resource for health professionals, scientists and researchers, students, and all those who wish to broaden their knowledge of the advances in immunotherapy in pancreatic and colon cancer, inspire them and guide their design of novel experimental projects and translational studies.

  • Capute and Accardo's Neurodevelopmental Disabilities in Infancy and Childhood

    • 4th Edition
    • Fatima Y Ismail + 2 more
    • English
    **Selected for 2026 Doody's Core Titles in Neurology**Capute and Accardo’s Neurodevelopmental Disabilities in Infancy and Childhood, Fourth Edition provides updated foundational, theoretical, and practical knowledge on the spectrum and continuum of neurodevelopmental disabilities shaped by ongoing advances in neuroscience and related disciplines. It reviews the over-arching principles of assessment, diagnosis, and management of patients with a wide range of neurodevelopmental disabilities. Streamlined or fully rewritten chapters, including developmental screening and surveillance, neuroimaging and genetic evaluation, early intervention, principles of pharmacological treatment, principles of successful management programs, aging and transition planning, telemedicine and care in low-resource settings are included.The book's practical, expert-led approach aims to prepare future clinicians to skillfully assess and manage children with neurodevelopmental disabilities with the aid of clinical approach flowcharts to common presentations, diagnostic algorithms and clinic notes templates.

  • Lanthanides in Enzymology and Microbiology

    • 1st Edition
    • Akio Tani + 2 more
    • English
    Lanthanides in Enzymology and Microbiology, a new volume in the Foundations and Frontiers in Enzymology Series, offers a detailed discussion of lanthanides and lanthanide-dependent enzyme biology. In this book, more than a dozen global experts consider lanthanide enzymology fundamentals, organismal utilization of lanthanides, distribution and diversity of lanthanide-dependent enzymes, regulation of intracellular levels of lanthanides, gene expression regulation via lanthanides, as well as likely applications of lanthanide binding proteins. Lanthanide-dependent methanol and alcohol dehydrogenase metabolism are considered in both methylotrophs and non-methylotrophs, alongside various application areas, from recovery of rare earth elements to developing lanthanide ion binding peptides and biosynthesis of terpolymers through reverse-oxidation pathways. In providing this deep context and pathways for future research, this book acts as an invaluable resource in this emerging field for researchers and students of biochemistry, biotechnology, and environmental microbiology alike.

  • Neuropsychiatric Complications of HIV

    A Challenging Health Concern
    • 1st Edition
    • Anchal Singh
    • English
    Neuropsychiatric Complications of HIV: A Challenging Health Concern examines these neuropsychiatric complications prevalent in those who are HIV positive, providing clinical correlation, translational significance, and details guides to neurocognitive assessment, brain imaging, and related neuropharmacology. Written for clinicians, researchers, and students working with HIV and AIDS, the book begins with the biology of HIV, a complete look at available ARTs and antibodies, as well as diagnostics tools for HIV.It continues on to the epidemiology of NeuroAIDs and the manifestations of it—cognitive deficits, dementia, depression, agitation, psychosis, and cognitive slowing.

  • Gait, Balance, and Mobility Analysis

    Theoretical, Technical, and Clinical Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Samuel Stuart + 1 more
    • English
    Gait, Balance, and Mobility Analysis: Theoretical, Technical, and Clinical Applications provides a comprehensive overview of gait and movement analysis techniques, from traditional motion capture to modern wearable technologies. The book contains both a technical element that focuses on biomechanics and engineering concepts for gait analysis and the application of gait analysis with clinical populations. Beginning with a comprehensive background on the underlying neural control of gait and mobility in humans and physiological control of balance, the book then covers analysis methods and techniques for laboratory, clinic or remote patient assessment.It then examines how gait, mobility and balance are impacted by musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardio-respiratory conditions. Lastly, it discusses future directions and provides recommendations for future studies. Combining the expertise of engineers and clinicians, this book takes a multidisciplinary approach to show how and why gait, balance and mobility can be used to tackle important clinical questions for various conditions.

  • Translational Models of Parkinson’s Disease and related Movement Disorders

    • 1st Edition
    • Wael Mohamed
    • English
    Translational Models of Parkinson’s Disease and Related Movement Disorders focuses on cutting-edge techniques for creating and validating current Parkinson’s Disease translational experimental models. Various characteristics of these models are examined, including the prion-like properties of -synuclein, mitochondrial functions connected to the PINK1-Parkin pathway/CHCHD2, the endolysosome pathway connected to LRRK2, VPS35, and ATP13A2 using cultured cells (including patient iPS cells). This book also highlights the future possibilities of introducing new models for Parkinson’s Disease and related movements disorders, underscoring current advancements, pre-clinical and clinical developments, and future scope related to numerous models.

  • On Oxygen

    From Air to Tissues
    • 1st Edition
    • Michael Joyner + 1 more
    • English
    On Oxygen: From Air to Tissues, the latest release in the Fundamentals of Physiology series, provides a fundamental overview of the entire oxygen pathway, sharing key mechanistic insights into the alternating conductive and diffusive steps of O2 transport. The book describes specific aspects along each stage of the oxygen route through the body, from the transfer of air to the alveoli, through the lungs, to the ultimate fate of O2 in the mitochondria. Additionally, the effect of specific disease states, aging, and developmental aspects are considered.This book, published in association with the International Union of Physiological Sciences, acts is a valuable introduction to the full biological journey of oxygen, and is a beneficial guide for students and researchers in physiology, sport science, pulmonology, and related fields.

  • Proteins

    A Structural Biology Perspective
    • 1st Edition
    • Jia-huai Wang
    • English
    Proteins: A Structural Biology Perspective explains how advances in modern physics fueled the birth of structural biology and modern molecular biology in the early to mid 20th century. Scientifically rigorous and deeply informed by the author’s own 60-year career as a structural biologist, the book provides historical and personal accounts of how two generations of renowned scientists doggedly pursued their research projects to arrive at milestone achievements, while also covering basic aspects of protein structures and their evolution with a special focus on molecules at the surface of cells and viruses. Since 1962, when only a single structure for myoglobin had been determined at atomic resolution, the rapidly evolving field has grown exponentially to fill protein structure databases (PDB) worldwide with hundred thousands of structures for basic research and medical advancement. From “What is a Wave?” to “What Is Life?”, Proteins: A Structural Biology Perspective takes readers on a uniquely intimate journey through the past 100 years of protein science, while providing an up-to-the-minute assessment of successful structure prediction by AI models like AlphaFold and RoseTTAFold and where it’s all likely to lead. Outfitted with detailed illustrations and authoritative citations, this is a valuable resource for graduate students and young research scientists in biology and the medical sciences.

  • Artificial Intelligence in Urologic Malignancies

    • 1st Edition
    • Himanshu Arora
    • English
    Artificial Intelligence in Urologic Malignancies describes current artificial intelligence technology, with an emphasis on prostate cancer applications. The book provides guidance on how artificial intelligence can improve therapeutics, how the power of artificial intelligence integrated with current standard therapy and research can enhance decision-making, and proposes future directions on how to integrate artificial intelligence within clinical applications. This is the perfect reference for scientists and researchers interested in the basic translational research opportunities such as drug discovery, pharmacogenetics, and experimental therapeutics, as well as clinicians interested in how AI applications are integrated with applications.

  • Trustworthy AI in Medical Imaging

    • 1st Edition
    • Marco Lorenzi + 1 more
    • English
    Trustworthy AI in Medical Imaging brings together scientific researchers, medical experts, and industry partners working in the field of trustworthiness, bridging the gap between AI research and concrete medical applications and making it a learning resource for undergraduates, masters students, and researchers in AI for medical imaging applications.The book will help readers acquire the basic notions of AI trustworthiness and understand its concrete application in medical imaging, identify pain points and solutions to enhance trustworthiness in medical imaging applications, understand current limitations and perspectives of trustworthy AI in medical imaging, and identify novel research directions.Although the problem of trustworthiness in AI is actively researched in different disciplines, the adoption and implementation of trustworthy AI principles in real-world scenarios is still at its infancy. This is particularly true in medical imaging where guidelines and standards for trustworthiness are critical for the successful deployment in clinical practice. After setting out the technical and clinical challenges of AI trustworthiness, the book gives a concise overview of the basic concepts before presenting state-of-the-art methods for solving these challenges.

  • Guide to Plant Single-Cell Technology

    Functional Genomics and Crop Improvement
    • 1st Edition
    • Jen-Tsung Chen
    • English
    Guide to Plant Single-Cell Technology: Functional Genomics and Crop Improvement summarizes the current status of single-cell technology in plants involving food and energy crops. Presenting methods and applications of emerging high-throughput technologies performed using the single-cell platform it includes an emphasis on single-cell RNA sequencing and eventually towards single-cell omics, which are highly complementary and effective for profiling the plant cell subject to either environmental factors or pathogenic threats. These technologies can advance the exploration of plant physiology as well as precision crop breeding for future anti-stress and high-yield plants and achieve sustainable agriculture.The book covers crop improvement and breeding strategies involving single-cell technology to produce future stress-tolerant and high-yield plants, which have better performances on growth, and development to achieve enhanced production of foods and biomass.Guide to Plant Single-Cell Technology: Functional Genomics and Crop Improvement will be a valuable reference resource for academics and researchers in plant and crop sciences.

  • Drug Delivery Systems for Wound Healing

    • 1st Edition
    • Pedro Fonte + 1 more
    • English
    Drug Delivery Systems for Wound Healing explores the different delivery systems and drugs used in wound healing, outlining the many pharmaceutical approaches in wound healing and management. Bringing together interdisciplinary research on wound healing and management, this book offers the theory behind wound healing, but also has a strong focus on the practical approach where scientists involved in medication development can find suggestions. Where appropriate, clinical outcomes are given so the book can be useful as a guide for the choice by medication prescription or use.Topics in the book include types of drugs used in wound healing; types of carriers used in wound healing; clinical outcomes; biocompatibility and toxicity problems, and pipeline products. Researchers working in the pharmaceutical sciences, biomedical sciences and engineering fields will find this a useful resource.

  • Essential Guide to Neurodegenerative Disorders

    Mechanistic, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Advances
    • 1st Edition
    • Wael Mohamed
    • English
    Handbook of Neurodegenerative Disorders: Mechanism, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Advances provides a comprehensive review on the current biomedical studies aimed at identifying the underlying causes of neurodegeneration. This book reviews the most recent developments in molecular and cellular processes altered during neurodegeneration. Divided into four parts, the first covers the mechanism of cell death in neurodegeneration. The second section reviews the recent progress in gene and gene products in neurodegeneration, including Huntington's disease, Parkinson's disease, Friedreich' s ataxia, and spinal muscular atrophy. The final sections cover the current and future diagnostic techniques of neurodegenerative disorders along with therapeutic approaches.

  • Improving Health and Nutrition through Functional Foods

    Benefits and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Maira Rubi Segura Campos
    • English
    Improving Health and Nutrition through Functional Foods: Benefits and Applications presents functional foods as a therapeutic approach to disease and overall health and well-being. The book covers various functional foods, such as oilseeds, endemic fruits, and vegetables as foods to consider as complementary treatments for disease management. Written for nutrition researchers, food scientists, graduate students and other food science and health professionals, this book will be a welcomed reference for those who wish to better understand the role of bioactive compounds and functional foods in the treatment and prevention of disease.

  • Microfluidics-Aided Technologies

    Platforms for Next Generation Biological Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Dhananjay Bodas + 1 more
    • English
    Microfluidics-Aided Technologies: Platforms for Next Generation Biological Applications aims to provide comprehensive information of microfluidic technologies, their development and biomedical applications. The book opens with an overview of the fundamentals of microfluidics. It is followed by discussions of methods and biomedical applications of microfluidics in diagnostics, prognostics, cell engineering, gene sequencing, cellular analysis, and bioimaging. The book also explores breakthroughs in microfluidics such as 3D bioprinting, organ-on-chip technologies, and regenerative medicine. This book offers researchers an interdisciplinary perspective towards biological problems. It is a resource for advanced undergraduate, graduate students, researchers and industry scientists interested in the emergence of advance techniques and next generation microfluidics-aided technologies for applications in the biomedical and medical research.

  • Truth Unveiled

    Navigating Science and Society in an Era of Doubt
    • 1st Edition
    • Faadiel Essop
    • English
    Faculty, students, researchers, and clinicians are struggling how to deal with the post-truth world as the broader public lacks an understanding of the complexity of the scientific research process. This has resulted in the dissemination of mis- and disinformation that is increasingly used to shape public opinion in medical-related matters, for example, the rise of anti-vaxxers and resistance to COVID-19 pandemic social isolation protocols. In addition, physiologists and scientists play relatively limited role when engaging the broader public in this regard. Truth Unveiled: Navigating Science and Society in an Era of Doubt provides valuable information to inform researchers and clinicians and better train students on the broader aspects of the scientific process and how to best counteract mis- and disinformation. This book is published as part of the Fundamentals of Physiology series in association with the International Union of Physiological Sciences and should be a useful resource for lecturers when training physiologists, biomedical scientists, and medical and allied health students.

  • Cancer of the Breast

    Epidemiology, Diagnostics and Treatment
    • 1st Edition
    • Dharambir Kashyap + 3 more
    • English
    Cancer of the Breast: Epidemiology, Diagnostics and Treatment comprehensively examines all aspects of breast cancer, including classification, risk factors involved, and prevention. While offering in-depth coverage of breast cancer biology and current therapies, the book also provides insights into the fields of cancer genetics and prevention, as well as surveillance strategies against breast cancer. Readers will find multidisciplinary approaches that promote the interaction between basic research and clinical research in the fields of oncology, genetics, and molecular biology.This book is a valuable resource for health professionals, researchers, health practitioners, graduate and medical students, and anyone who wishes to broaden their knowledge in the allied field.

  • Fundamentals of Biosensors in Healthcare

    Volume 1
    • 1st Edition
    • Md Saquib Hasnain + 2 more
    • English
    Fundamentals of Biosensors in Healthcare: Volume One provides comprehensive coverage on fundamentals while also delving into the diverse types of biosensors used in healthcare. This first of three volumes covers biosensors in healthcare and explains the history, classifications, and fundamentals of biosensing. It presents current research and the development of biosensors, while also exploring and detailing the distinct types of biosensors and their application in healthcare.Combined with Volume Two, Materials and Components of Biosensors in Healthcare and Volume Three, Applications of Biosensors in Healthcare, users will find a holistic set of reference sources that are suitable for researchers, graduate students, postgraduates, and industry professionals involved in biosensing, biosensors, and biomedical applications.

  • Neuropathic Pain

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 179
    • English
    Neuropathic Pain, Volume 179 of the latest release in the International Review of Neurobiology serial,, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters. Each chapter is written by an international board of authors.

  • Nutrition in the Control of Inflammation

    Emerging Roles for the Microbiome and Epigenome
    • 1st Edition
    • Bradley S. Ferguson + 1 more
    • English
    Nutrition in the Control of Inflammation: Emerging Roles for the Microbiome and Epigenome is a comprehensive guide that delves into the intricate relationship between diet and inflammation to regulate inflammatory diseases. Divided into five insightful sections, this book provides an introduction to the microbiome and epigenome in nutrition, exploring the impact of diet, lifestyle, and the microbiome on the development of inflammatory diseases. With a focus on nutrition and the epigenome in metabolic and cardiovascular diseases, the chapters tackle crucial topics such as histone modifications, DNA methylation, and non-coding RNAs in disease progression. Addressing health disparities in diet, epigenetics, and gut microbes, this book is a valuable resource for nutrition researchers, nutritionists, postgraduate students, and professionals in related fields. From the multifactorial microbial networks shaping aging to practical applications for diet and lifestyle improvements, this book offers practical insights for enhancing microbial and epigenetic health.

  • Implementation of Personalized Precision Medicine

    Expanding the Clinical Vision towards Prevention, Early Detection and Precision Treatment of Disease to Drive Extended Healthspan
    • 1st Edition
    • William P. Stanford + 1 more
    • English
    At the heart of precision medicine lies one concept missing from modern medicine – the unique genetic and biochemical make-up of each individual patient. Implementation of Personalized Precision Medicine: Expanding the Clinical Vision towards Prevention, Early Detection, and Precision Treatment of Disease to Drive Extended Healthspan establishes a landscape of precision medicine geared towards implementation of fully personalized approaches within precision medicine to facilitate prevention and early detection of age-related disease in each individual. This reference details how these lofty goals are now achievable with the science of today and tomorrow and provides the context, thought process and beginning blueprint to guide researchers and clinicians in more effectively considering the prevention and treatment of complex chronic disease. Uniquely organized, this reference provides insight into creating fully personalized precision medical treatments. Chapters include conventionally considered data such as genetic inherited risk, current epigenetic modifications, and current biochemical markers but also include less conventional food for thought such as microbiome, mitochondrial function, and dna repair. This provocative landscape makes this reference a valuable addition to the literature expanding precision medicine towards personalized chronic disease prevention and treatment.

  • Dietary Fiber, Gut Microbiota, and Health

    • 1st Edition
    • Shaoping Nie + 2 more
    • English
    Dietary Fiber, Gut Microbiota and Health covers the most recent advances in the functionalities of dietary fiber with a focus on the underlying mechanisms that influence gut microbiota. In four sections, this work begins with foundational information on the human gut microbiome and moves to more advanced knowledge on various types of dietary fiber and the impact of each on the gut microbiome before finally covering health outcomes and the potential for personalized applications of fiber for improved health. It will serve as an invaluable reference to dieticians, researchers, and graduate and post-graduate students in nutrition, food science, pharmaceutical science and beyond.

  • Hyperautomation in Precision Agriculture

    Advancements and Opportunities for Sustainable Farming
    • 1st Edition
    • Sartajvir Singh + 3 more
    • English
    Hyperautomation in Precision Agriculture: Advancements and Opportunities for Sustainable Farming is the first book to focus on the integration of multiple techniques and technologies to create an ecosystem sustaining approach that doesn’t compromise soil health or environmental safety as it increases crop yield. The book highlights the integration of state-of-the-art tools and working models to address the various challenges in the field of agriculture. It also identifies and discusses the potential and challenges of hyperautomation in sustainable agriculture with respect to efficiency improvement and human enhancement of automated operations.Hyperauto... is a true digital transformation in sustainable agriculture utilizing advanced techniques such as robotic process automation (RPA), digital process automation (DPA), unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), controlled-environme... agriculture (CEA), remote sensing, internet of things (IoT), crop modeling, precision farming, sustainable yield, image analysis, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and deep learning (DL).

  • Fundamental Neuroscience for Basic and Clinical Applications

    • 6th Edition
    • Duane E. Haines + 2 more
    • English
    Designed to help you comprehend and retain the challenging material you need to know, Fundamental Neuroscience for Basic and Clinical Applications, Sixth Edition, covers the essential neuroscience information needed for coursework, exams, and beyond. Using a rigorous yet clinically-focused approach, it integrates neuroanatomy, pharmacology, and physiology, with separate sections devoted to essential concepts, regional neurobiology, and systems neurobiology.

  • Innovative Food Packaging and Processing Technologies

    Present and Future
    • 1st Edition
    • Daniela Bermudez-Aguirre
    • English
    Innovative Food Processing and Packaging Technologies presents updates about some innovative technologies, such as pulsed electric fields, ultraviolet, and radio frequency, but also highlights the research needs for the newest technologies, such as cold plasma. This volume also provides insights about using nanotechnology for food safety and preservation. A special section of the book includes information about novel ingredients, product development, and product and package functionality. The book also includes some of the most recent information regarding packaging technologies and packaging materials and the challenges associated with future food packaging. This book covers the point of view of industry and equipment manufacturers related to novel interventions. The role of the consumer in accepting innovative technologies and products such as 3-D food printing is also presented, making it a unique resource for researchers, graduate students, and professionals in the food industry.

  • Innovation in Nephrology

    Technology Development and Commercialization Handbook
    • 1st Edition
    • Adam E.M. Eltorai + 3 more
    • English
    Innovation in Nephrology: Technology Development and Commercialization Handbook is a step-by-step guide to nephrology technology innovation reflects recent trends of industry globalization and value-conscious healthcare. Written by a team of medical, engineering, and business experts, the authors provide a comprehensive resource that leads clinicians, students, researchers, and entrepreneurs through a clear process for the identification, invention, and implementation of new solutions. Case studies on innovative products from around the world, successes and failures, practical advice, and end-of-chapter 'Getting Started' sections encourage readers to learn from real projects and apply important lessons to their own work. In short, this book will be of interest to every nephrologist who has ever had a good idea for an invention but does not know where and how to start bringing it to the bedside.

  • Acetaminophen Toxicity

    Experimental and Clinical Advances
    • 1st Edition
    • Barry Rumack + 2 more
    • English
    Acetaminophen Toxicity: Experimental and Clinical Advances provides detailed information on the risks of consuming the drug in various situations and effective treatments of toxicity.Divided into two parts, the foundational aspects of this book cover the mechanism of toxicity in a detailed manner beginning with the history of acetaminophen to newly explored areas of genetics, proteomics, and metabolomics. The second half goes on to discuss clinical practices and examine where further research and therapeutic approaches may be headed. This part answers key questions about whom to treat, what are the exceptions, how long do you treat, how much antidote do you need, when are other treatments necessary, and what are those other treatments.With contributions from experts in the field, this book is a thorough, well-researched, and valuable reference for scientists, researchers, and clinicians engaged in pursuing better and more accurate diagnosis and treatment of patients with acetaminophen toxicity.

  • Special Volume on Kogia Biology Part 2

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 99
    • English
    Special Volume on Kogia Biology, Part Two, Volume 99 presents reviews on all aspects of marine biology. Published since 1963, this serial updates on marine biology, fisheries science, ecology, zoology and biological oceanography. Topics include Stranding data of Kogia spp. from the seas around Japan, The biology of pygmy sperm whales (Kogia breviceps) from New Zealand waters, Age, growth and reproduction of pygmy (Kogia breviceps) and dwarf (K. sima) sperm whales stranded in South Africa, The fast lane revisited: life history strategy of Kogia spp, and Stomach content analysis of pygmy and dwarf sperm whales and its ecological implications: is there niche partitioning?

  • The Pathology and Imaging of Coronavirus Pneumonia

    • 1st Edition
    • Hongjun Li + 3 more
    • English
    The Pathology and Imaging of Coronavirus Pneumonia is a comprehensive study of the coronavirus family-related pulmonary diseases, specifically targeting the three subtypes of coronaviruses that have been confirmed to infect humans: SARS, MERS, and COVID-19. It is based on heterogeneous data from imaging and clinical sources, and particularly emphasizes the imaging-based staging diagnostic model rooted in the pathogenic and pathological aspects of clinical staging, thereby aiming to better align with the requirements of evidence-based medicine in clinical diagnosis and treatment.The book provides a comprehensive overview of the pathology and imaging manifestations of coronavirus pneumonia, covering the integrated theories and practical achievements of etiology, epidemiology, pathology, clinical diagnosis, treatment, radiology, cleaning, disinfection, and protection measures commonly used in the imaging department, as well as the prevention and prognosis of SARS, MERS and COVID-19.

  • Carboxylases

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 708
    • English
    carboxylases series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters. Each chapter is written by an international board of authors.

  • Utilizing Microfluidics in the Food Industry

    Applications and Techniques
    • 1st Edition
    • C. Anandharamakrishnan + 3 more
    • English
    Utilizing Microfluidics in the Food Industry: Applications and Techniques thoroughly covers state-of-the-art applications of microfluidic systems in the food sector. The book presents fundamental concepts of microfluidic devices, liquid conduction in microfluidics, fabrication techniques, computational approaches, scalability approaches, and emerging concepts in nanofluidics. The second section provides details on microfluidics for food structure (emulsion, foams, micro and nano carriers) formulation and aspects for food processing food safety and quality analysis. The last section is dedicated to providing a futuristic view of this rapidly advancing field, emphasizing the need for research and market potential.This comprehensive reference written by world renowned scientists provides both fundamentals and principles or other application sectors in the microfluidics on food processing.

  • Fundamentals and Future Trends of 3D Printing in Drug Delivery

    • 1st Edition
    • Dimitrios A. Lamprou + 1 more
    • English
    Fundamentals and Future Trends of 3D Printing in Drug Delivery provides readers with all needed information for their journey from ideation to approval of innovative drug delivery devices produced through additive manufacturing.This book provides an in-depth discussion on key factors affecting the printing process such as different printer technologies, materials selection, resolutions, temperatures and speeds. Dedicated chapters include specific drug delivery devices in the form of oral solid dosage, implants, catheters and vascular grafts, and microneedles. The prospects of 3D printing associated with personalized medicine are covered in a full chapter.Fundamentals and Future Trends of 3D Printing in Drug Delivery is the perfect reference for any researcher or professional embarking on a 3D printing process for drug delivery devices. The regulatory aspects included are of particular interest to companies entering this promising market.

  • Side Effects of Drugs Annual

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 46
    • English
    Side Effects of Drugs Annual: A Worldwide Yearly Survey of New Data in Adverse Drug Reactions, Volume 46, first published in 1977, presents clinicians and medical investigators with a critical survey of new data and trends in adverse drug reactions and interactions. Topics covered include ADRs, ADEs and SEDs: A Bird’s Eye View, Lithium, Drugs of abuse, Side effects of drugs used in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease, Sedatives and hypnotics, Antipsychotic agents, Anti-epileptic Medications, Side effects of opioid analgesics and narcotic antagonists, Anti-inflammatory and antipyretic analgesics and drugs used in gout, Side effects of local anesthetics and therapeutic gases, and more.Other sections covered include Antihistamines (H1 receptor antagonists), Drugs that act on the respiratory tract, Positive inotropic drugs and drugs used in dysrhythmias, Beta adrenergic antagonists and antianginal drugs, Drugs acting on the cerebral and peripheral circulations, Antihypertensive drugs, and much much more.

  • Rehabilitation Robotics and Healthcare Devices

    • 1st Edition
    • Manuel Cardona
    • English
    Rehabilitation Robotics and Healthcare Devices presents cutting-edge topics in rehabilitation robotics and healthcare devices, covering basic concepts and providing readers with enough information to solve various practical problems. The book proves to be an excellent source to study the different emerging paradigms in rehabilitation robotics and healthcare areas, including related technologies such as sensors, wearable devices, internet of medical things, big data, machine learning for eHealth, edible sensors, robots in medicine, and exoskeleton robots for rehabilitation.

  • Pharmacovigilance

    A Practical Approach
    • 2nd Edition
    • Thao Doan + 4 more
    • English
    **Selected for 2026 Doody's Core Titles in Pharmacy**Written by multidisciplinary experts in the fields of pharmaceutical and patient safety, Pharmacovigilance: A Practical Approach, Second Edition, provides a succinct, easy-to-digest overview of an increasingly critical area of medical safety. From cover to cover, this concise resource offers essential information for physicians and other health care professionals, clinical researchers, and regulators who need a comprehensive, up-to-date source of information on the principles and practice of pharmacovigilance.

  • Horse Pasture Management

    • 2nd Edition
    • Paul H. Sharpe
    • English
    Horse Pasture Management, Second Edition provides updated coverage on strategies for managing behavior, grouping, environments and feeding needs of grazing horses. Sections cover the structure, function and identification of forages, continuing into nutritional value of pasture plants. Management of soil, the function of a pasture ecosystem and management of plants in a pasture is covered next, followed by forage yield determination, horse grazing behavior, feed choices of horses, management of grazing horses, and how to calculate how many horses should be grazing relative to land size. Advantages of grazing more than one species of animal are described. Management of hay and silage are included since year-round grazing is not possible on many horse farms. Several chapters deal with interactions of a horse farm with the environment, including climate and weather and other living things. The book also covers strategies for managing manure, erosion, and water quality. It is ideal for researchers, scientists and students involved in animal science, specifically equine studies. Agriculturists, equine managers and veterinarians will also find this book useful.

  • The Neurodegeneration Revolution

    Emerging Therapies and Sustainable Solutions
    • 1st Edition
    • Trideva Sastri Koduru + 3 more
    • English
    The Neurodegeneration Revolution: Emerging Therapies and Sustainable Solutions provides insights into the mechanics, characteristics, behavior, application, and manufacturing of advanced materials such as nanowires, 2D materials, biomaterials, smart materials, and more. The first section discusses the mechanics and electronic and magnetic properties of nanomaterials, photonic, and photonic materials and devices, 2D magnetic materials, smart materials and coatings, metamaterials, and microdevices and sensors. The second section of the book covers manufacturing technologies and methods of previously discussed materials, outlining manufacturing techniques for additive manufacturing of metallic lattice structures, biomedical alloys, shape memory alloys, multifunctional polymer composites, nanocomposite structures, ceramics, and batteries.

  • Geriatric Surgery and Perioperative Care

    • 1st Edition
    • Gabriella Bettelli + 1 more
    • English
    Geriatric Surgery and Perioperative Care presents clear evidence to support regulatory and financial decisions in the light of the value-based care principles. The book outlines standards of care for elderly patients undergoing surgery as well as minimal requirements for modern management aimed at delivering cost-effective healthcare. It opens with the epidemiology and patho-physiological changes of aging and their impact on anesthesia and surgery. Subsequent chapters guide readers through the surgical process, addressing preoperative optimization, intraoperative procedures and management, and postoperative principles, including ICU care.The book concludes with ethical principles, care models, and hospital design to support a golden silver surgery using a team-based approach. This title is an important resource for healthcare professionals, practitioners, and others pursuing current strategies and methods for successful perioperative care of the elderly.

  • The Lung

    Development, Aging and the Environment
    • 3rd Edition
    • Kent Pinkerton + 2 more
    • English
    The Lung: Development, Aging and the Environment, Third Edition provides an understanding of the multifaceted nature of lung development, aging and the environment influences of these processes. As an essential resource to respiratory, pulmonary and thoracic scientists and physicians, this book provides an interface between the "normal" and "disease" cluster of chapters, allowing for a natural complement. The interface between different lung diseases affecting the pediatric lung also adds a useful source for comparing how different lung diseases share key pathophysiological features. This same complementarity comes across in the logical line up of chapters dealing with the "normal" pediatric lung.New research, including cell-based strategies for infant lung function, epigenetics and prenatal environmental exposure (including wildfires) on lung development and function are some of the important additions to this edition of this reference work.

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