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  • Building a Space-Faring Civilization

    Advancing the Renaissance of Science, Medicine and Human Performance in Civilian Spaceflight
    • 1st Edition
    • Michael Schmidt A + 1 more
    • English
    Building a Space-Faring Civilization: Advancing the Renaissance of Science, Medicine, and Human Performance in Civilian Spaceflight explores an expanding, unique new trajectory for humankind—the settlement of space by civilians. For the first time in history, average humans can contemplate journeys to Earth orbit, the Moon, and Mars with the idea of space settlement as a plausible reality. As the numbers of spacefaring civilians grow, medical personnel will be asked to meet their complex needs through an ever-expanding discipline—space medicine. But this will require a rapidly advancing science to address what some are calling the next great age in space.This book gathers some of the most accomplished thought leaders in the field of human spaceflight today. Collectively, they helped build the international space station (ISS), develop the field of orbital medicine, guide the development of commercial orbital platforms, plan missions to the Moon and Mars, and forge the innovation necessary for the commercial spaceflight industry to thrive today. The result is an exceptional source of wisdom, experience, and insight surrounding the current biomedical, technical, industrial, legal, and social implications of what is emerging as a true renaissance period in human history.

  • Retinoids in Development and Disease

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 161
    • English
    Retinoids in Development and Disease, Volume 161 in the Current Topics in Developmental Biology series focuses on the role of retinoids during development and disease. Topics covered include Retinoids, Retinol-Binding Protein 2 (RBP2), Retinol-Binding Protein 4 (RBP4): Obesity and Metabolic Disease, Early Retinoic Acid Signaling Organizes the Body Axis and Defines Domains for the Forelimb and Eye, Rethinking Retinoic Acid Self-Regulation: A Signaling Robustness Network Approach, Meiotic initiation in the fetal ovary without retinoic acid receptors: an unforeseen twist, Action of retinoic acid on progenitor cells in the testis, amongst many other topics.Additional sections cover Retinoic acid homeostasis and disease, Redefining the roles of endogenously produced retinoic acid in heart development and regeneration: lessons from genetic models, The Multifaceted Roles of Retinoids in Vision, Eye Development, and Retinal Degenerative Diseases, Essential roles for retinoid signaling in craniofacial development, and much more.

  • Materials and Components of Biosensors in Healthcare

    Volume 2
    • 1st Edition
    • Md Saquib Hasnain + 2 more
    • English
    Materials and Components of Biosensors in Healthcare: Volume Two provides comprehensive coverage and a detailed examination of the various materials and components used in the development of biosensors. The book begins with an introduction and then discusses the biochemical, inorganic, and biopolymeric components used in biosensor assembly. It goes on to detail a range of materials such as nanoparticles, biological cellular structures, electrochemical, and electromagnetic materials and how they are used in biosensors.Combined with Fundamentals of Biosensors in Healthcare, Volume One, and Applications of Biosensors in Healthcare, Volume Three, this trio provides holistic reference sources suitable for researchers, graduate students, postgraduates, and industry professionals involved in biosensing, biosensors, and biomedical applications.

  • Epigenetic Regulation of Cancer - Part D

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 390
    • English
    Epigenetic Regulation of Cancer, Part D, Volume 390 in the International Review of Cell and Molecular Biology series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters on a variety of hot topics, including Revisiting Epigenetic Regulation in Cancer: Evolving Trends and Translational Implications, Epigenetic Alteration in Cervical Cancer Induced by Human Papillomavirus, Integrative analysis of transcriptome, chromatin accessibility, cell surface antigen in single cell level for AML, Role of miRNAs as epigenetic regulators of immune checkpoints in lung cancer immunity, and much more.Other chapters cover The translational potential of epigenetic modulatory bioactive phytochemicals as adjuvant therapy against cancer, Strategies for improving chemotherapeutic sensitivity and the epigenetic regulation of doxorubicin resistance, and more.

  • Cinnamon

    Production, Processing, and Functional Properties
    • 1st Edition
    • Mohamed Fawzy Ramadan + 1 more
    • English
    Cinnamon: Production, Processing, and Functional Properties is the first book to cover the composition, production, and applications of cinnamon for food, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and industrial uses. Cinnamon and cinnamon extracts are common ingredients in food and cosmetics, and various studies have demonstrated cinnamon's promise in the treatment of diseases, including diabetes, Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s Leukemia, and Lymphoma, as well as its antimicrobial and antiinflammatory properties. This reference will covers all of the latest knowledge and serve as an ideal starting point for those looking to conduct novel research investigating the unknown potential of cinnamon.Food scientists, agronomists and horticulturists, nutritionists, pharmacists, food technologists, and food chemists will particularly benefit from this comprehensive source. Including literature reviews, recent developments, and applications, this work will serve researchers of all levels, from post-graduate students to established scientists.

  • Unleashing the Power of Functional Foods and Novel Bioactives

    • 1st Edition
    • Tanmay Sarkar + 2 more
    • English
    Unleashing the Power of Functional Foods and Novel Bioactives guides readers to understand how the physiological effects of functional foods can optimize health and aid in specific disease outcomes and prevention. The book examines the impact of functional foods on various aspects of health including, but not limited to, cardiovascular, digestive, cognitive, metabolic, bone and joint and ocular. Other sections examine functional foods can boost sports performance and manage inflammation. Finally, the book explores lesser-known bioactives derived from natural compounds and explores their potential health benefits while providing education on sustainable production methods and the safety and toxicity.

  • ADARs

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 710
    • English
    ADARs, Volume 710 in this ongoing series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters written by an international board of authors. Updates in this new release include Yeast as a discovery tool for hyperactive ADARs, X-ray crystallography of ADAR-RNA complexes, Enrichment capture enhances the ability to detect A-to-I editing, Editing specificity of ADAR isoforms, Novel chemical tools for detection methods of A to I sites, En Masse Evaluation of RNA Guides (EMERGe) for ADARs, Mouse models for defining physiological functions of ADARs, Nanopore sequencing to detect A-to-I editing sites, CellREADR: An ADAR-based RNA sensor, and more.Additional sections cover Site-directed RNA editing with MS2-ADAR systems, Sequencing and Bioinformatic Tools for Accurate Assessment of A to I editing in Complete Transcriptomes, Aptazyme-directed A to I RNA editing, and Obstacles in quantifying A-to-I editing by Sanger Sequencing.

  • Inorganic Chemistry

    • 4th Edition
    • James E. House
    • English
    Inorganic Chemistry Fourth Edition provides essential information for students of inorganic chemistry and is updated throughout. The presentation of topics is made with an effort to be clear and concise so that the book is portable and user friendly. The text emphasizes fundamental principles—including molecular structure, acid-base chemistry, coordination chemistry, ligand field theory, and solid state chemistry. It is organized into five major themes (structure, condensed phases, solution chemistry, main group and coordination compounds) with several chapters in each. There is a logical progression from atomic structure to molecular structure to properties of substances based on molecular structures, to behavior of solids, etc.The textbook contains a balance of topics in theoretical and descriptive chemistry. For example, the hard-soft interaction principle is used to explain hydrogen bond strengths, strengths of acids and bases, stability of coordination compounds, etc. Discussion of elements begins with survey chapters focused on the main groups, while later chapters cover the elements in greater detail. Each chapter opens with narrative introductions and includes figures, tables, and end-of-chapter problem sets.This new edition features updates throughout, with an emphasis on bioinorganic chemistry and a new chapter on nanostructures and graphene. More in-text worked-out examples encourage active learning and prepare students for their exams.This text is ideal for advanced undergraduate and graduate-level students enrolled in the Inorganic Chemistry course. This core course serves Chemistry and other science majors. The book may also be suitable for biochemistry, medicinal chemistry, and other professionals who wish to learn more about this subject area.

  • Advances in Agronomy

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 189
    • English
    Advances in Agronomy, Volume 187, the latest release in this leading reference on agronomy, contains a variety of updates and highlights new advances in the field, with each written by an international board of authors.

  • Towards Future Smart Power Systems with High Penetration of Renewables

    Emerging Technologies, New Tools, and Case Studies
    • 1st Edition
    • Marcos Tostado-Véliz + 4 more
    • English
    Towards Future Smart Power Systems with High Penetration of Renewables: Emerging Technologies, New Tools, and Case Studies explores the latest tools and approaches for smart power systems with high-scale integration of renewable energy, covering technology, optimization, control, forecasting, and market structures. The first section of the book on emerging technologies and energy vectors identifies some of the most prominent energy carriers in future power systems, and discusses the implications of different energy technologies as well as their advantages and disadvantages. This is followed by a section focusing on new markets, businesses and structures, discussing how such energy carriers should be managed within existing or future market structures, and discussing the different opportunities and challenges bought by renewable technologies. The third part of the book analyzes real projects and case studies, offering steps forward in the large-scale integration of renewable energy in existing power systems. Finally, the fourth section examines optimization and control for power systems with renewables. covering the needs of future power systems regarding their optimization and control and describing some of the new tools required, with an emphasis on planning, management and forecasting in future power systems. Drawing on real examples, case studies, computational tools, and analysis, this book is a valuable resource for all those with an interest in renewable energy integration and smart power systems, including students, researchers, faculty, engineers, R&D, industry personnel, and policy makers.

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