Skip to main content
View Cart

Academic Press

  • Nanophytomedicine

    Harnessing Phytochemicals for Advanced Therapeutics
    • 1st Edition
    • Ali Zarrabi + 2 more
    • English
    Nanophytomedicine: Harnessing Phytochemicals for Advanced Therapeutics explores the integration of phytochemicals and nanotechnology to develop advanced therapeutic solutions. The book offers an extensive overview of phytochemicals, explaining their sources, extraction methods, classifications, and applications in medicine. This emerging field aims to utilize the natural properties of phytochemicals to create innovative treatments for various diseases, with a particular focus on hard-to-treat conditions such as cancer. By combining plant-derived compounds with nanomaterials, researchers are unlocking new potential in precision medicine, seeking to enhance the efficacy of treatments while minimizing side effects and improving patient outcomes.In 18 comprehensive chapters, the book delves into the therapeutic properties of phytochemicals, such as their antioxidant, antifungal, and anti-inflammatory effects. It highlights the role of these compounds in combating diseases including cancer, neurological disorders, diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases. The use of nano drug delivery systems is emphasized, showcasing how these technologies can improve the delivery and effectiveness of phytochemicals.

  • Metabolic Memory

    Past, Present and Future Implications
    • 1st Edition
    • Jeena Gupta
    • English
    Metabolic Memory: Past, Present and Future Implications delves into the emerging concept of metabolic memory, exploring how our body's metabolic processes retain a 'memory' of past experiences and how this impacts our current and future health. Drawing on the latest scientific research this book aims to bridge the gap between complex scientific concepts and their practical implications for everyday health and wellness. Metabolic memory has profound implications for understanding chronic diseases, particularly diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and obesity. Despite its significance, there is a lack of comprehensive resource that make this information accessible to both professionals and the general public. This book fills that gap, providing a detailed yet understandable exploration of how past metabolic states influence present and future health outcomes.

  • Environmental Microbiology

    • 4th Edition
    • Ian Pepper + 3 more
    • English
    Environmental Microbiology, Fourth Edition is the revised edition of a key, foundational text for the field of environmental microbiology which hits all the pillars of the field and takes into account the tremendous advances in environmental microbiology over past decade. It provides comprehensive information on traditional methodologies utilized to study environmental microbes, as well as state-of-the-art technologies. Emphasis is placed on molecular and bio-informatic approaches to the study of environmental microbes, including nucleic acid and ‘omic methodologies. The book is divided into seven parts that stretch across microbiology concepts, microbial environments, microbial methods and technologies, microbial transport, biogeochemistry, and bioremediation, water and foodborne pathogens, wastewater treatment and distribution, and urban microbiology. 1) “Environmental Microbiology” is the study of microbes within all habitats, and their beneficial and detrimental impacts on human health and welfare. This book illustrates the significance of environmental microbes in our daily lives in terms of not only the overall health of the planet, but also: what infects us; what heals us; what we drink; what we eat; and what we breathe.

  • Navigating Tuberculosis

    Insights into Host-Pathogen Protein Interactions
    • 1st Edition
    • Mohammad Shariq + 2 more
    • English
    Navigating Tuberculosis: Insights into Host-Pathogen Protein Interactions, the latest release in the Foundations and Frontiers in Enzymology series, explores the interactions between host proteins and the tuberculosis pathogen, Mycobacterium tuberculosis (M. tb), emphasizing their roles in virulence and pathogenesis. The book delves into mechanistic insights, focusing on their roles in modulating innate and adaptive immunity and understanding TB pathomechanisms by elucidating the interplay between host defenses and M. tb infection. It provides a foundation for developing targeted mitigation strategies and discusses key regulatory pathways and protein factors involved in host-pathogen interactions, informing the design and implementation of innovative approaches to combat TB.This comprehensive volume aims to advance knowledge and strategies to combat tuberculosis, aligning with the World Health Organization's goal of eradicating TB by 2035 by addressing the need for up-to-date information on host-pathogen interactions in tuberculosis and incorporating the latest research findings and advancements. It highlights emerging therapeutic targets among host and TB pathogen proteins and integrates multidisciplinary approaches from microbiology, immunology, and molecular biology, offering a holistic perspective on TB pathophysiology. Researchers will find detailed discussions on key host proteins involved in tuberculosis pathogenesis, the molecular tactics employed by M. tb to subvert host defenses, and host-mediated inhibition strategies targeting M. tb.

  • Harnessing Plant-Stimulating Molecules

    Innovations in Stress Biology and Crop Resilience
    • 1st Edition
    • M. Iqbal R. Khan + 1 more
    • English
    Harnessing Plant-Stimulating Molecules serves as an authoritative reference on the multifaceted molecular regulators and biotechnological innovations underpinning plant resilience to environmental stressors. This volume delivers an exhaustive treatment of diverse classes of signaling entities—including phytohormones, secondary messengers, secondary messengers, reactive oxygen and nitrogen species, and heterotrimeric G proteinss—elucidatin... their roles in complex stress adaptation pathways.In addition to molecular and biochemical foundations, this book explores advanced methodologies such as nanoparticle-facilit... metabolic modulation, RNA interference, and gene-editing strategies aimed at optimizing nutrient utilization. It also highlights the emerging significance of biostimulants in modulating plant–microbe interactions and interplant signaling networks. Detailed discussions on systemic signaling mediated by mobile molecules and photoreceptor-mediat... photomorphogenic responses further enrich the scope.By integrating cutting-edge genetic engineering approaches, particularly CRISPR–Cas systems, with computational modeling for simulating metabolic networks, the volume facilitates accelerated crop improvement strategies essential for addressing contemporary challenges in food security and agroecosystem sustainability.Desig... as an indispensable resource for researchers, advanced graduate students, and industry professionals, Harnessing Plant-Stimulating Molecules bridges fundamental plant molecular biology with translational biotechnology, fostering the development of resilient, high-performance crops adapted to the challenges of a changing climate.

  • Surgical and Non-Surgical Advances in Stroke Management and Therapeutics

    • 1st Edition
    • Creed M. Stary + 2 more
    • English
    Surgical and Non-Surgical Advances in Stroke Management and Therapeutics offers a comprehensive exploration of contemporary stroke care. This essential resource synthesizes the latest research and clinical innovations, providing in-depth insights into advanced surgical techniques, emerging therapies, and interdisciplinary approaches to stroke treatment. Readers will gain a thorough understanding of both acute and chronic stroke management, enriched by expert commentary from leading clinicians and researchers. Covering everything from pioneering non-invasive interventions to state-of-the-art surgical strategies, this book delivers a critical framework for healthcare professionals dedicated to optimizing patient outcomes and rehabilitation.

  • Emotional Artificial Intelligence

    Practical Challenges and Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Rajesh Kumar Dhanaraj + 4 more
    • English
    Emotional Artificial Intelligence: Practical Challenges and Applications explores the intersection of artificial intelligence and human emotions, challenging the myth that AI will replace humans. Instead, it emphasizes how emotional AI can enhance collaboration, improving efficiency across fields like healthcare, transportation, and space exploration. The book explores foundational theories such as Goleman’s emotional model and Ekman’s emotion theory, discussing methodologies for understanding human emotions through natural language processing and the ethical implications of AI in decision-making. It showcases real-world applications, from virtual nurses to emotion-aware driving systems, illustrating how these technologies can improve daily interactions and outcomes.This essential resource equips researchers, practitioners, and policymakers with practical insights for integrating emotional AI into diverse domains. By addressing the complexities of human emotion recognition and ethical frameworks, it provides a forward-looking perspective on enhancing collaboration between humans and AI, ultimately driving improved productivity and efficiency.

  • Safety Analysis and Risk Control

    From Theory to Implementation
    • 1st Edition
    • Mohammad Yazdi
    • English
    Safety Analysis and Risk Control: From Theory to Implementation provides a comprehensive overview of the fundamental principles of risk analysis, emphasizing their relevance and application in making safety a top priority across industries, offering both depth and breadth in coverage. Following an introduction to core concepts and methodologies, the book considers hazard identification, risk assessment techniques, mitigation strategies, and the implementation of safety measures, supported by real-world, integrated case studies and applications throughout. Each chapter provides practical exercises, tools, and resources to enable readers to apply safety and risk control concepts directly to their work environments.Interac... data sets, hosted on a companion website, encourage active engagement with the material, while an instructor's manual and lecture slides support teaching. As industries face increasingly complex safety challenges and regulatory requirements, this book fulfills an urgent need for clear guidelines and tools to implement effective risk control measures of relevance to students and professionals across the fields of occupational health and safety, environmental science, engineering, business management, and public health, among others.

  • A Comprehensive Guide to the Surgical Oncology

    • 1st Edition
    • Aqeel Shakir Mahmood + 2 more
    • English
    A Comprehensive Guide to Surgical Oncology is an authoritative reference that meticulously covers the surgical management of various cancers. Each section delves into the latest surgical techniques, treatment protocols, and post-operative care strategies, supported by up-to-date research and clinical evidence. Enriched with detailed illustrations, case studies, and expert insights, this book is an indispensable resource for professionals and students alike. The primary purpose of this book is to provide a comprehensive, up-to-date resource that addresses the current challenges and advancements in surgical oncology. As cancer treatment evolves rapidly with continuous improvements in surgical techniques and multidisciplinary care, there is a pressing need for a new resource that synthesizes these developments into a coherent guide. This book aims to fill that gap by offering a thorough overview of the latest surgical oncology practices, thereby enhancing the knowledge and skills of its readers. This book solves several key problems for its readers by bridging the gap between rapidly advancing research and clinical practice, ensuring access to the latest information. It consolidates a vast amount of information into one comprehensive volume, saving readers the time and effort of consulting multiple sources. Providing practical guidance on the surgical management of a wide range of cancers, it helps practitioners make informed decisions in clinical settings. For students and trainees, it serves as a valuable educational tool that covers both foundational knowledge and advanced concepts in surgical oncology, offering multidisciplinary insights that foster a better understanding of the collaborative efforts required in cancer treatment.

  • Contemporary Research Methods in Pharmacy and Health Services - Volume 2

    • 1st Edition
    • Aleda M. H. Chen + 5 more
    • English
    Contemporary Research Methods in Pharmacy and Health Services, Volume Two is an essential resource for researchers and practitioners in the field of pharmaceutical science. Building on the groundbreaking work published in the esteemed journals Research in Social and Administrative Pharmacy (RSAP) and Exploratory Research in Clinical and Social Pharmacy (ERCSP), this volume addresses the critical need for comprehensive and structured methodologies in evaluating and implementing pharmacy services. By transforming selected articles into fully developed chapters, the book enriches the discourse surrounding contemporary research methods, making it an invaluable tool for advancing knowledge and practice.The volume features a diverse array of chapters that cover a wide range of topics, including the use of the Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research (CFIR) to evaluate telepharmacy services for outpatient cancer patients, the translation and validation of adherence measurement tools, and the application of network analysis in health code systems. Other notable contributions explore innovative strategies for improving clinical pharmacy services, conducting scoping reviews in pharmacy education, and employing mixed-methods approaches to enhance medication counseling.

Browse by Publisher