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  • Value-Based Healthcare in the Digital Age

    Economic Efficiency and Transformation
    • 1st Edition
    • Miltiadis Lytras + 2 more
    • English
    Value-Based Healthcare in the Digital Age: Economic Efficiency and Transformation addresses the transformation in global healthcare that has been driven by digital innovation, economic efficiency, and value-based care. The book provides comprehensive frameworks that integrate health economics, digital transformation, and patient-centered value delivery. Facing rising costs, aging populations, and chronic diseases, the healthcare sector also sees opportunities in AI, machine learning, blockchain, and IoT for smarter, more efficient delivery. Users will find an exploration of the economic implications of these technologies, offering strategies to align them with value-based care principles, optimize resources, and improve patient outcomes.For academics, policymakers, and healthcare professionals, this book bridges theory and practice with cutting-edge research and real-world case studies. It equips readers with the knowledge and frameworks to navigate the evolving healthcare landscape, emphasizing global perspectives and diverse technological applications, ultimately driving innovation and economic sustainability in healthcare delivery.

  • Interstitial Lung Diseases

    New Frontiers in Research and Clinical Applications
    • 1st Edition
    • Carlo Vancheri + 1 more
    • English
    Interstitial Lung Diseases: New Frontiers in Research and Clinical Applications is the book professionals working with Interstitial Lung Diseases (ILDs) have been waiting for. This comprehensive, invaluable resource integrates the pathogenic, functional, clinical, and radiological aspects of ILDs, providing clinicians with a practical tool for patient care. It elucidates on the distinguishing features of different ILDs, empowering readers to confidently navigate the diagnostic and therapeutic landscape. Sections offer a practical, step-by-step approach to diagnosing ILDs and understanding their nuances that is structured around the latest scientific evidence.Further, the book covers etiology, epidemiology, pathogenesis, diagnostic processes, and therapeutic options, incorporating diagnostic and treatment algorithms to serve as both a reference and a practical guide for clinical decision-making. By filling gaps in the literature, it equips respiratory professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to enhance diagnostic accuracy, improve patient management, and foster ongoing innovation in the study of ILDs.

  • Precision Oncology in Liver Cancer

    Genomics, Infection, and the Exposome in African and Global Contexts
    • 1st Edition
    • Zodwa Dlamini
    • English
    Precision Oncology in Liver Cancer: Genomics, Infection, and the Exposome in African and Global Contexts explores liver cancer through the lens of precision medicine, integrating molecular profiling, environmental exposures, and targeted therapies. The book presents a multidisciplinary approach, covering infectious drivers like HBV/HCV, environmental carcinogens such as aflatoxins, and emerging tools including genomics, AI, and liquid biopsies. It emphasizes African-specific challenges and innovations, with case studies and comparative global insights. This volume equips researchers, clinicians, and policymakers with evidence-based strategies to address liver cancer disparities, offering a forward-looking framework for equitable cancer care and research in Africa and globally.

  • Primer on Cerebrovascular Research

    • 1st Edition
    • Dong-Eog Kim + 3 more
    • English
    Primer on Cerebrovascular Research provides both clinical and basic cerebrovascular knowledge that is required for physicians, vascular researchers, biomedical students, and trainees to understand or conduct evidence-based clinical practice and cutting-edge experimental research. This book outlines how to a design experimental cerebrovascular research in the context of clinical relevance, conduct the study using proper methods, analyze the data accurately, and make conclusions in an unbiased and statistically correct way. Chapters will include representative examples and experimental protocols.

  • Wind Turbine Wakes

    Physics, Modelling and Mitigation Strategies
    • 1st Edition
    • Xiaolei Yang
    • English
    Wind Turbine Wakes: Physics, Modelling and Mitigation Strategies offers a detailed introduction to wind turbine wake dynamics, computational models, and wake mitigation strategies, bridging the gap between research and industry by showcasing the latest developments in the field with insights and case studies. This book is structured in four parts, offering in-depth coverage of the science of wind turbine wakes, mid-fidelity and high-fidelity numerical models, engineering models, and wake mitigation strategies. While the book delves into theoretical aspects, it also emphasizes the practical applications of various computational models for wind turbine wakes. Step-by-step tutorials for setting up the case, selection of model parameters, and result analysis will be included in the book to enable readers to employ and test various models in their work. A volume in the Elsevier Wind Energy Engineering Series, this is a valuable resource for all those with an interest in wind turbine design and layout, wind farm development and optimization, wind resource assessment, and wind power plant operation, including researchers, students, faculty, engineers, R&D, and industry practitioners.

  • Artificial Intelligence Based Primary Care

    Artificial Intelligence and Human Cognition in General Practice and Family Medicine
    • 1st Edition
    • Anthony C. Chang + 5 more
    • English
    Artificial Intelligence Based Primary Care: Artificial Intelligence and Human Cognition in General Practice and Family Medicine provides a comprehensive look into the integration of artificial intelligence within primary care. This book aims to bridge the gap between data scientists and primary care clinicians by presenting potential AI applications, implementation challenges, and real-world clinical scenarios in an accessible manner. Comprised of 5 sections and 20 chapters, it offers both theoretical insights and practical guidance for family medicine practitioners.Additi... the book includes a chapter dedicated to a day in the life of a General Practitioner, showcasing the practical impact of AI. It also features an extra compendium listing the Top 100 articles and best books on Artificial Intelligence. This resource is invaluable for academics, researchers, and clinicians eager to expand their knowledge in this emerging field.

  • Blue Biotechnology

    Expanding Horizons with Marine Resources
    • 1st Edition
    • Marco F.L. Lemos + 1 more
    • English
    Blue Biotechnology showcases the latest findings and technological advancements in the areas of marine biology, genomics, bioengineering, and bioinformatics. The field of marine biotechnology, which involves the use of marine organisms and resources for biotechnological applications, encompasses a wide range of disciplines and has important implications for sustainable development, marine conservation, and economic growth. By presenting the most up-to-date and groundbreaking work, this book helps audiences stay abreast of this rapidly evolving field and inspires researchers to push the boundaries of biotechnological advancements. Written by leading experts in the field, this book brings together diverse perspectives, identifies research gaps, and generates new ideas. Early chapters introduce the field of marine biotechnology, illustrate the breadth of marine diversity and resources, and discuss methods and techniques for marine bioprospecting. Central chapters systematically discuss biotechnological applications in aquaculture and agriculture, food and nutrition, industry, medicine, and environmental remediation. Final chapters turn to the future and discuss the field’s applications to marine conservation, climate change adaptation, energy transition, as well as trends in industry scale-up, policy, challenges, and opportunities. Blue Biotechnology highlights the potential of marine biotechnology to help policymakers, government agencies, and industry leaders make informed decisions and contribute to the development of policies that support responsible and sustainable use of marine resources, while also fostering economic growth and environmental stewardship. It is an indispensable resource for researchers, industry scientists, stakeholders, policymakers, government employees, and students alike.

  • Pharmaceutical QbD with Design of Experiments

    Statistical Tools and Applications in Drug Delivery Systems
    • 1st Edition
    • Khushwant Yadav
    • English
    Pharmaceutical QbD with Design of Experiments: Statistical Tools and Applications in Drug Delivery Systems offers comprehensive coverage of best practices in pharmaceutical manufacturing. The first section discusses the principles and basics of Quality by Design (QbD). Part two covers the foundational statistical principles and tools for the Design of Experiments (DoE). Section three is dedicated to the applications of QbD for conventional formulations. The next section provides ample coverage of applications to Novel Drug Delivery Systems (NDDS), including micro and nano-particles. The final section discusses the application of QbD for the optimization of pharmaceutical processes and equipment.Researcher... in pharmaceutical manufacturing will benefit from this thorough statistical review, while students in this field will gain practical insights the experienced chapter authors provide in case studies. Industry professionals can find solutions to their particular problems within the insights and strategies shared in this book.

  • Super-Resolution Nanoscopy for Protein Imaging

    • 1st Edition
    • Varun Vyas
    • English
    Super-Resolution Nanoscopy for Protein Imaging decodes the intricate world of protein visualization using cutting-edge nanoscopic techniques. This comprehensive guide is crafted to equip master students, PhD candidates, and early-stage researchers with essential knowledge and practical insights into advanced protein imaging technologies. The book covers foundational principles, innovative methodologies, and real-world applications, providing a complete resource for mastering the complexities of protein imaging. This book offers a unique compilation of diverse nanoscopic methods, overcoming the limitation of technique-specific texts currently available.By collecting scattered information into a single volume, it delivers an in-depth exploration of imaging techniques, from Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) to Electron Microscopy (EM), and Single Molecule Fluorescence Imaging. Each section delves into instrumentation, sample preparation, data analysis, and the latest developments, making it an indispensable reference for understanding how to visualize proteins in their natural environments.

  • Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals of Fungal Origin

    Current Developments and Concepts
    • 1st Edition
    • Pragya Tiwari + 1 more
    • English
    Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals of Fungal Origin: Current Developments and Concepts discusses recent topics and relevant developments in the production of functional foods and nutraceuticals of fungal origin, along with their production technologies, nutritional components, health benefits, socioeconomic relevance, and potential for translational commercialization. The book's chapters include novel products, processes, and techniques such as microbial enzyme technologies, the use of native microbes, and renewable source of substrates and microbial engineering in the development of nutraceuticals. Omics technologies and their applications in edible fungi research and artificial intelligence-based prediction of bioactive compounds are also discussed. The book provides strategies and tools for the identification and analysis of fungi-based products while also exploring fungal pigments and colorants as food ingredients. Safety and regulatory aspects of fungal-derived food products and research innovation across the globe are also thoroughly explored. This book serves as a reference for food microbiologists, food scientists, and pharmaceutical professionals on the development of new functional foods and nutraceuticals.

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