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  • Le Métabolisme humain et sa régulation
    • 1st Edition
    • Rhys D. Evans + 2 more
    • French
    La collection « Elsevier Monographies » permet aux praticiens d’approfondir et d’actualiser leurs connaissances, en exposant les données fondamentales actuelles et leurs applications dans la pratique clinique. Traduit de la 4e édition anglaise, cet ouvrage offre un exposé complet et actualisé du métabolisme humain et de sa régulation. Les auteurs explicitent des concepts difficiles avec des termes clairs et concis afin de fournir un guide accessible et utile sur ce sujet. Cet ouvrage complet couvre un large éventail de thèmes, tels que la balance énergétique, la régulation du poids corporel, l’exercice et la façon dont l’organisme fait face à des situations extrêmes, et montre comment les mécanismes de régulation du métabolisme permettent à l’organisme de s’adapter à de nombreuses situations différentes.Incluant les connaissances les plus récentes, l’ouvrage est largement illustré pour faciliter la compréhension des mécanismes de régulation par lesquels toutes les cellules contrôlent les processus métaboliques nécessaires à la vie, avec la mise en regard des voies du métabolisme et des principales maladies métaboliques. L’ouvrage comprend des résumés des chapitres et des informations complémentaires pour approfondir les notions ainsi que des questions interactives en ligne.Ce guide indispensable est donc un outil précieux pour les scientifiques, les praticiens et les étudiants des sciences de la santé, notamment en médecine, en pharmacie, en biochimie, en nutrition, en diététique… POINTS CLÉSRégulation et intégration du métabolismeSpécialis... métabolique des organes et des tissusPhysiopatholog... du métabolisme Keith N. Frayn est professeur émérite, spécialiste en médecine métabolique dans le département de médecine Radcliffe, à l’Université d’Oxford (Royaume-Uni).Rhys D. Evans est maître de conférences en biochimie métabolique dans le département de Physiologie, anatomie et génétique de l’Université d’Oxford (Royaume-Uni) et médecin consultant en anesthésie et soins intensifs au NHS Trust – Hôpitaux Universitaires d’Oxford, hôpital John Radcliffe à Oxford (Royaume-Uni).Éric Raynaud de Mauverger est biologiste médical et Professeur des Universités-Praticie... Hospitalier à l’Université et au CHU de Montpellier (France).

  • Primer Design

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 57
    • English
    Primer Design, Volume 57 in the Methods in Microbiology series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters on topics such as Methods on discriminating between bacterial strains, Primers to PCR and qPCR techniques, and more.

  • Rehabilitation Engineering, Assistive Technologies and the Future of Healthcare Using Robotics

    • 1st Edition
    • D. Jude Hemanth + 1 more
    • English
    Rehabilitation Engineering, Assistive Technologies and the Future of Healthcare Using Robotics​​​ presents the most recent developments in assistive technologies, rehabilitative engineering, and robotics, offering in-depth analysis of cutting-edge instruments and frameworks that have the power to transform rehabilitation and general well-being. The book provides insights into how the integration of assistive technology and robots can enhance healthcare delivery while also addressing global challenges related to healthcare accessibility, rehabilitation, the integration of advanced technologies, opportunities, and problems in assistive technologies. Sections are complemented by case studies from different countries.

  • Innovations in Cardio-Oncology

    Artificial Intelligence, Digital Health, and Precision Medicine
    • 1st Edition
    • Sherry-Ann Brown
    • English
    Innovations in Cardio-Oncology: Artificial Intelligence, Digital Health, and Precision Medicine reviews the benefits of biomedical technologies and advancements in individualized medicine, with applications in cardio-oncology.Illu... of work involving machine learning and natural language processing help readers understand and maximize the benefits of artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms, with integration of AI and digital health technologies into the clinical workflow for personalized patient care, research, and provider and patient education.In 31 chapters, Innovations in Cardio-Oncology: Artificial Intelligence, Digital Health, and Precision Medicine introduces the emergent medical field at the interface of cardiology and oncology, “cardio-oncology”, and describes prevention, screening and surveillance, followed by several chapters on the role of the applications of digital health, telemedicine, and AI in cardio-oncology precision care. The book also highlights many medical society guidelines and evidence-based recommended pathways for equitable digital health deployment and utilization in cardio-oncology care. This book anticipates that AI algorithms and innovative health tools have the potential to address, and does not have to widen, the already existing healthcare disparities, including inequalities related to race, ethnicity, gender, socioeconomic level, health insurance status, linguistic and cultural barriers, systemic discrimination, and healthcare access.This book provides valuable practical guidance for healthcare professionals, scientists, learners, and patients to integrate digital health platforms into their clinical practice, research, and patient engagement models, fit for individual use and also for multi-stakeholder groups from academia, technology, and industry, with shared interests in applying Innovation (Digital Health, mHealth, Telemedicine, Telehealth, Informatics, Precision Health, Computational Medicine, Social Media, Artificial Intelligence including Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Natural Language Processing, and Neural Networks, & more) to Cardiology and Oncology clinical practice, research, and education.

  • Translational Pulmonology

    • 1st Edition
    • English
    Translational research is essential to the advancement of medicine. Translational Pulmonology is an instructional guide to translational medical research serves as a practical, step-by-step roadmap for taking a biomedical device, potential therapeutic agent, or research question from idea through demonstrated clinical benefit. Fundamentally, the volume aims to help bridge the gap between current research and practice. Written by a team of expert medical, biomedical engineering, and clinical research experts in pulmonary diseases, this volume provides a clear process for understanding, designing, executing, and analyzing clinical and translational research within the field.

  • Advances in DNA and mRNA-Based Strategies for Cancer Immunotherapy: Part A

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 165
    • English
    Advances in DNA and mRNA-Based Strategies for Cancer Immunotherapy, Volume 165 in the Advances in Immunology series, presents current developments and comprehensive reviews in DNA and mRNA vaccines: Significant therapeutic approach against cancer management, Nanoparticles for mRNA-based cancer immunotherapy, Nucleic acid Delivery as a therapeutic approach in cancer immunotherapy, Plasmid DNA and mRNA: Delivery approaches and challenges, Viral & Non-viral Delivery of mRNA against Cancer Cell, Progress in Modifying and Delivering mRNA therapies for Cancer Immunotherapy, and more.Other chapters cover mRNA-Based Cancer Vaccines: A Novel Approach to Melanoma Treatment, Therapeutic mRNAs for cancer immunotherapy: from structure to delivery, Harnessing the immune system: Insights into cancer vaccines, Lipid Nanoparticle-Mediate... mRNA Delivery in Cancer Immunotherapy, Immunotherapy Perspectives in the Era of B-Cell Editing in Cancer Treatment, Personalized Precision: Revolutionizing Cancer Treatment with mRNA-Based Vaccines in Melanoma Therapy, Revolutionizing Cancer Treatment: Exploring Novel Immunotherapeutics, Checkpoints, bispecifics, and Vaccines in Development, and more.

  • Point-of-Care Technology for Portable Testing Devices

    Nanomaterials-Based Optical Biosensors for Cardiovascular Disease Biomarkers
    • 1st Edition
    • Tharmaraj Vairaperumal + 2 more
    • English
    Point-of-Care Technology for Portable Testing Devices: Nanomaterials-Based Optical Biosensors for Cardiovascular Disease Biomarkers presents the latest advances in nanomaterials-based optical biosensor-enabled point-of-care testing (PoCT) devices for the rapid and accurate detection of cardiovascular disease (CVD) biomarkers. This book begins with the introduction of novel cardiovascular biomarkers and advances in point-of-care diagnostics. Subsequent chapters focus on the selection of bioreceptors and the overview of optical nanomaterials for nanobiosensors applications.A major focus is targeted on colorimetric detection, fluorescence, chemiluminescence, Localized Surface Plasmon Resonance, and Surface-Enhanced Raman Scattering-based optical nanobiosensor signaling readout techniques, which enable the detection of CVD biomarkers. Furthermore, this book explores emerging healthcare technologies for next-generation portable PoCT devices and recent advances in nanobiosensor techniques for the rapid detection of CVD biomarkers. One dedicated chapter explores the role of artificial intelligence in enhancing point-of-care diagnostics for CVDs, while another addresses critical regulatory challenges and safety considerations in translating nanomaterial-based biosensors into clinical practice.

  • Application of Adult Stem Cells in Regenerative Medicine

    • 1st Edition
    • Farshid Sefat + 1 more
    • English
    Application of Adult Stem Cells in Regenerative Medicine offers a comprehensive overview of tissue engineering using adult stem cells to treat various disorders throughout the human body. The book introduces readers to adult stem cells, tissue engineering, and their application in regenerative medicine. It covers many new and up-to-date techniques, providing a solid foundation for understanding the field. Written by global leaders, this resource is invaluable for anyone studying, researching, or working in the areas of adult stem cells, tissue engineering, or regenerative medicine.The book is divided into three parts. Part One provides an introduction to adult stem cells and their application in regenerative medicine. Part Two focuses on different body organ systems, including the nervous, respiratory, digestive, urinary, circulatory, endocrine, skeletal, reproductive, muscular, and ocular systems. Part Three concludes with a review of the future of adult stem cells in regenerative medicine. This structure ensures that readers gain a thorough understanding of the current state and future potential of adult stem cells in treating various disorders.

  • Sustainable Applications of Pomegranate Peels

    • 1st Edition
    • Mejdi Jeguirim + 1 more
    • English
    Sustainable Applications of Pomegranate Peels serves as an invaluable resource to enhance pomegranate farming and fruit processing industries while minimizing environmental impacts. The book delves into multiple sustainable applications, spanning biotechnological, agricultural, environmental, and energy sectors. It provides in-depth identification, quantification, and characterization of pomegranate wastes along with their potential in livestock breeding. Notably, it explores the use of bioactive compounds from by-products in food products, and details pomegranate's health benefits, including antioxidant and antimicrobial properties. This comprehensive guide is essential for researchers, decision-makers, and industry professionals.

  • Additive Manufacturing Solutions for Advanced Veterinary Practice

    Clinical Dentistry, Orthopedic, and Drug Delivery Methods
    • 1st Edition
    • Rupinder Singh + 2 more
    • English
    Additive Manufacturing Solutions for Advanced Veterinary Practices: Clinical Dentistry, Orthopedic, and Drug Delivery Methods highlights cost- and time-saving 3D printing methods and materials for application on a broad array of veterinary patients and procedures. Additive manufacturing of sensors, biodegradable dental implants, smart dental implants, joint implants, and drug-delivery materials are each covered, as are biomimetic, augmented reality, and virtual reality approaches. Varied additive manufacturing processes and techniques are covered, with each chapter including at least one case study that shows the material covered being put into practical use.

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