Bentham Science Publishers

This textbook provides an overview of next-generation Field-Effect Transistor (FET) technologies at the intersection of nanoelectronics, device miniaturization, and advanced applications. With a special emphasis on the evolution of semiconductor engineering, the book examines the shift from conventional CMOS to emerging FET architectures aimed at extending Moore ' s Law.

Across 18 chapters, the book explores Tunnel FETs (TFETs), carbon-based FETs, and 2D-material transistors, with discussions on performance, scalability, and reliability. It features detailed analyses of advanced device structures such as HJ-DGV-TFETs, dual-pocket step-channel TFETs, and AlGaN/GaN HEMTs, as well as their roles in memory, photonics, and biomedical systems. The use of nanomaterials in biosensor integration and digital circuit design is also a key theme.

Key features:

-Traces technological transitions from CMOS to novel FETs

-Examines nanoengineered device architectures and materials

-Investigates applications in optoelectronics, memory, and biosensing

-Analyzes simulation approaches for performance optimization

-Highlights interdisciplinary innovations across electronics and healthcare.

Nanobiomedicine: Fundamentals and Implementation in Theranostic Applications explores how the fusion of nanotechnology, biotechnology, and medicine is transforming modern healthcare. Addressing the limitations of conventional diagnostics and therapies, the book explains how nanoparticles enable targeted drug delivery, improved imaging, and combined diagnostic-therapeutic (theranostic) applications, especially in cancer care.

Chapters cover the fundamentals of nanomaterials, their use in photodynamic therapy, immunotherapy, and gene therapy, and their role in protecting and transporting drugs, DNA, and RNA. The book also highlights the growing impact of Artificial Intelligence, with applications in Alzheimer’s detection, AI-driven drug discovery, and ML/DL-based nanomedicine design.

Key Features

Explain nanoparticle-based drug and gene delivery for targeted treatment

Demonstrate theranostic applications integrating diagnosis and therapy

Highlight nanomedicine in cancer treatment to reduce damage to healthy cells

Explore AI-assisted diagnostics and drug discovery for personalised healthcare

Present emerging nanomaterial strategies for imaging, formulation, and acute therapy

This Reference eBook deals with an existing classification of a nanosized structure and an analysis of its properties. It summarizes an information about how a grain size affects physical, mechanical, thermal, and other properties of a nanostructured material. A basic method, which is employed for a fabrication of an isolated nanoparticle, an ultradisperse powder, a compact nanocystalline, nanoporous, and amorphous material, a fullerene, a nanotube, and a nanostuctured coating, is considered. Investigation methods, which are applied to study the nanostructured material, are briefly described. A modern understanding of a formation of the nanostructured and nanocomposite coating, which are fabricated using a ion-plasma deposition method, is reposted. A potential application of the nanostructured material and coating in a field of engineering is demonstrated.

Readership: Graduate, Postgraduate, Ph.D. Students, Researchers and Industry Professionals.

The eBook contains 9 Chapters, 87 Figures, 14 Tables, 411 References-totally, 155 Pages. It was approved by two Scientific Boards from National Kharkov University and Sumy State University.

A main content of this eBook is a basis for lectures presented for students at Sumy State University (the Physical-Technical Faculty), Kharkov National University (the Physical Faculty), Omsk State University (the Physical Faculty, the Department of Material Science), East-Kazakhstan State Technical University (Ust-Kamenogorsk, Kazakhstan), and Moscow State University (the Physical Faculty, Moscow, Russia).

A source of this eBook is original papers of leading world-known scientists, who ware involved in a field of new nano composite material fabrication, nanotechnologies, and researches. This version had not been published elsewhere. It is interesting for a wide circle of specialists, Masters, aspirants, scientific researchers, and a technical staff of Higher Education System, Research Institutes and Laboratories. It covers recent data since 2008 to 2010 year.

Nanoelectronic Devices and Applications presents reviews on recent advances in nanoelectronic device design and new directions for their practical use. The volume includes 16 edited chapters that cover novel material systems, band engineering, modelling and simulations, fabrication and characterization techniques, and their emerging applications. The discussions presented in this book are based on current understandings on innovations and future trends, and references are provided for advanced scholars.

Chapter 1 presents an overview of recent innovations and future prospects in III-nitride semiconductor technologies for RF, power, digital and quantum applications. Chapter 2 reports new trends in GaN-based optical devices for sensing and micro-display applications. Chapter 3 shows current interests in nanophosphors and their utilizations in improving device performance of InGaN nanowire light-emitting diodes (LEDs). Recent studies on the effect of potential profile on the carrier transport in AlGaAs based double quantum well structures and their applications are presented in Chapter 4. The recent progress in high-electron-mobility transistors (HEMTs) is presented through Chapters 5, 6, and 7.

A comprehensive review on β-Ga2O3 emphasizing material properties, growth approaches, and its applications for next-generation high-power nanoelectronics; the effect of dielectric layers on the characteristics of AlN/β-Ga2O3 HEMTs are presented in Chapter 8 and 9 respectively. Chapters 10-14 summarize the recent studies in field-effect transistors (FETs) adopting different materials and structures. Chapter 15 presents current research in 2D Tungsten Diselenide (WSe2) with special focus on the material properties, device structures, applications, and challenges. Finally, Chapter 16 presents a systematic review of memristors, and memristive semiconductor devices.

The book is intended as a primary resource for elective subjects in advanced electronics and computer engineering courses at university level. Researchers and industry professionals will also learn about emerging trends and state-of-the-art research in nanoelectronics.

Nanoelectronics Devices: Design, Materials, and Applications provides information about the progress of nanomaterial and nanoelectronic devices and their applications in diverse fields (including semiconductor electronics, biomedical engineering, energy production and agriculture). The book is divided into two parts. The editors have included a blend of basic and advanced information with references to current research. The book is intended as an update for researchers and industry professionals in the field of electronics and nanotechnology. It can also serve as a reference book for students taking advanced courses in electronics and technology. The editors have included MCQs for evaluating the readers’ understanding of the topics covered in the book. Topics Covered in Part 2 include applications of nanoelectronics for different devices and materials. - Photonic crystal waveguide geometry - 8kW to 80kW power grids with simple energy storage systems - Two-dimensional material and based heterojunctions like MoS2 /graphene, MoS2 /CNT, and MoS2 /WS2, - 5G communication material - Wearable devices like electronic skin, intelligent wound bandages, tattoo-based electrochemical sensors - PEDOT: PSS-based EEG - New materials for medicine

Nanotechnology is a diverse science that has brought about new applications in fields such as colloidal science, device physics and supra molecular chemistry. This volume gives an overview of the development of nanomaterial applications in energy and power generation, medicine and healthcare, water purification, biotechnology, electronics, sporting goods, environmental issues, military defense, and textile/fabric industries. The text also explains the fundamentals of polymer nanocomposites and their industrial applications. Other chapters cover semiconductor applications of nanomaterials, nanomaterial synthesis, characterization of nanocomposites and uses of nanofillers. Readers will also find notes on the DFT study of II-VI semiconducting nano-clusters.

This volume is intended to be an introductory reference for students and researchers undertaking advanced courses in materials science and engineering, giving readers a glimpse into the fascinating world of nanotechnology.

Nanomaterials in Biological Milieu: Biomedical Applications and Environmental Sustainability offers a comprehensive exploration of the dynamic interactions between nanomaterials and biomolecules within biological systems. These interactions at the bio-nano interface critically influence the behavior, stability, and functionality of both nanomaterials and biological components, determining their ultimate fate and application potential.

This volume begins by detailing current state-of-the-art techniques for the synthesis and fabrication of nanomaterials, including advances in green synthesis approaches tailored for healthcare applications. Subsequent chapters examine the biomedical relevance of nanomaterials in disease diagnosis, therapeutics, and regenerative medicine, with focused discussions on tuberculosis treatment, cancer therapy, and the integration of nanotechnology with stem cell research. Further chapters review cutting-edge developments in epigenetic nanotechnology and the integration of artificial intelligence for early disease detection and targeted therapy.

In addition to biomedical applications, the volume addresses the role of nanomaterials in environmental sustainability. Topics such as heavy metal adsorption using plant-based lignin nanoparticles and bioremediation strategies employing nanomaterials are thoroughly reviewed.

Authored by experts across microbiology, cancer biology, pharmaceutical sciences, nanotechnology, plant biotechnology, and environmental sciences, this book presents an interdisciplinary perspective on emerging nanotechnological innovations. It serves as a valuable reference for readers engaged in biomedical research, nanoscience, and environmental management.

Nanomaterials, Metamaterials, and Smart Materials: Synthesis and Characterization explores the science and technology behind nanomaterials, metamaterials, and smart materials, focusing on their synthesis, characterization, and applications. It bridges fundamental concepts with cutting-edge research, covering material classification, size-dependent properties, fabrication challenges, and real-world applications in energy, healthcare, and electronics. Societal and ethical considerations are also discussed, providing a well-rounded perspective on material advancements.

Key Features:

- Comprehensive Coverage: Explores nanomaterials, metamaterials, and smart materials, from foundational principles to advanced applications.

- Practical Learning Tools: Includes prerequisite concepts, video resources, and end-of-chapter problems for self-assessment.

- Interdisciplinary Approach: Connects physics, chemistry, and engineering to real-world applications.

- Extensive References: Provides citations for further exploration and deeper learning.

The development of a vector for the delivery of therapeutic drugs in a controlled and targeted fashion is still a major challenge in the treatment of many diseases. The conventional application of drugs may lead to many limitations including poor distribution, limited effectiveness, lack of selectivity and dose dependent toxicity. An efficient drug delivery system can address these problems. Recent nanotechnology advancements in the biomedical field have the potential to meet these challenges in developing drug delivery systems. Nanomaterials are changing the biomedical platform in terms of disease diagnosis, treatment and prevention. Nanomaterials aided drug delivery provides an advantage by enhancing aqueous solubility that leads to improved bioavailability, increased resistance time in the body, decreased side effects by targeting drugs to the specific location, reduced dose dependent toxicity and protection of drugs from early release.

In this volume, the contributors have compiled reports of recent studies illustrating the promising nanomaterials that can work as drug carriers, that can navigate conventional physiological barriers. A detailed account of several types of nanomaterials including polymeric nanoparticles, liposomes, dendrimers, micelles, carbon nanomaterials, magnetic nanoparticles, solid lipid-based nanoparticles, silica nanomaterials and hydrogels for drug delivery is provided in separate chapters. The contributors also present a discussion on clinical aspects of ongoing research with insights towards future prospects of specific nanotechnologies. The book is an informative resource for scholars who seek updates in nanomedicine with reference to nanomaterials used in drug delivery systems.

Nanomedicinal Approaches Towards Cardiovascular Disease summarizes information about nanotechnology that is used in the diagnosis and regenerative treatment of heart diseases. Chapters in this reference introduce the reader to the basics of cardiac nanomedicine and cardiac regeneration before moving to advanced topics such as nanomedicine in cardiovascular diagnosis, imaging and therapeutics.

Key Features

- 13 chapters that cover nanotechnological aspects of cardiovascular diseases, contributed by expert scholars

- Simple, reader-friendly text suitable for readers of all academic levels

- Covers introductory topics of nanomedicine regenerative medicine in cardiovascular disease, cardiovascular diagnosis and therapeutics

- Covers advanced topics such as cardiovascular nanotheranositics, cardiac reprogramming, biomimetics, drug delivery systems and smart nanomaterials

- Includes a chapter on ethical implications in cardiovascular nanomedicine

- Includes bibliographic references for each chapter

Nanomedicinal Approaches Towards Cardiovascular Disease is a simple. informative reference on cardiovascular nanomedicine for scholars, healthcare professionals and nanotechnology enthusiasts, alike, which provides holistic knowledge on the subject in a single volume.

Nanomedicine is a rapidly expanding field because of its benefits over conventional drug delivery technology, as it offers site-specific and target-oriented delivery of therapeutic agents. Nanoparticles and Nanocarriers Based Pharmaceutical Preparation presents a structured summary of recent advances and discoveries in nanomedicine and nanocarrier-based drug delivery. The book covers several key topics in a very simple and easy to understand language. Readers will be familiarized with many types of nanocarriers that have been developed over the past decade, the pharmaceutical formulations composed of organic and inorganic materials as well as their clinical benefits. Chapters are written with the help of authoritative sources of knowledge with the goal of building a foundational understanding of novel drug delivery systems. Since the subject matter is interdisciplinary, it will be of interest to students, teachers and researchers in a broad range of fields, including pharmaceutical sciences, nanotechnology, biomedical engineering and material sciences.

Nanoscale Field Effect Transistors: Emerging Applications is a comprehensive guide to understanding, simulating, and applying nanotechnology for design and development of specialized transistors. This book provides in-depth information on the modeling, simulation, characterization, and fabrication of semiconductor FET transistors. The book contents are structured into chapters that explain concepts with simple language and scientific references.

The core of the book revolves around the fundamental physics that underlie the design of solid-state nanostructures and the optimization of these nanoscale devices for real-time applications. Readers will learn how to achieve superior performance in terms of reduced size and weight, enhanced subthreshold characteristics, improved switching efficiency, and minimal power consumption.

Key Features:

Quick summaries: Each chapter provides an introduction and summary to explain concepts in a concise manner.

In-Depth Analysis: This book provides an extensive exploration of the theory and practice of nanoscale materials and devices, offering a detailed understanding of the technical aspects of Nano electronic FET transistors.

Multidisciplinary Approach: It discusses various aspects of nanoscale materials and devices for applications such as quantum computation, biomedical applications, energy generation and storage, environmental protection, and more. It showcases how nanoscale FET devices are reshaping multiple industries.

References: Chapters include references that encourage advanced readers to further explore key topics.

Designed for a diverse audience, this book caters to students, academics and advanced readers interested in learning about Nano FET devices.

Nanotechnology has shown immense promise for advancing blood glucose control. This technology offers the potential to safeguard pancreatic cells from autoimmune destruction by driving the creation of innovative therapeutic agents that can be delivered to specific targets.

In this book, you will find a comprehensive exploration of diabetes and its approved medical treatments. The book delves into how nanotechnology can amplify the efficacy of current treatment modalities, potentially paving the way for a gene therapy solution to combat this disease. Starting with the history of diabetes treatment, the book explains treatment challenges for diabetes before getting into the three ways nanoscience is helping in diabetes treatment: insulin delivery, drug delivery and nucleotide delivery. Each chapter is contributed by accomplished experts in their respective fields, who strive to offer a thorough, yet accessible discussion of the subject.

Nanotechnology for Wastewater Treatment explores cutting-edge research on nanomaterials designed to effectively remove contaminants from water sources. From zero-valent metal nanoparticles to graphene-based compounds, each chapter covers specific nanomaterial applications, elucidating their roles in enhancing water purification processes. By leveraging nanotechnology, this resource aims to revolutionize wastewater treatment, offering sustainable solutions that minimize costs and energy consumption while maximizing efficiency.

Key Features:

- Detailed exploration of various nanomaterials' capabilities in pollutant removal.

- Practical insights into enhancing water treatment efficiency and sustainability.

- Focus on emerging nanotechnological trends and future directions.

Nanotechnology in Environmental Remediation: Perspectives and Prospects details the current and emerging roles of nanotechnology in restoring environmental quality across air, water, and soil systems. Integrating recent scientific advances with practical applications, the book explores the synthesis, characterization, and deployment of nanomaterials for environmental decontamination.

Divided into five parts and sixteen chapters, the book covers a wide array of topics including carbon-based and biogenic nanomaterials, biochar nanocomposites, photocatalytic technologies, and green nanotechnology. It examines applications such as wastewater treatment, air purification, soil restoration, and remediation of persistent organic pollutants. In addition to technical insights, the book addresses sustainability, safety, toxicology, and the socio-economic dimensions of nanotechnology use in environmental systems.

Key features

Introduces readers to green synthesis and functionalization of nanomaterials

Gives an understanding of how to evaluate nanotechnology applications in air, water, and soil remediation

Covers photocatalytic and sensor-based innovations

Covers toxicological and environmental safety concerns

Highlights future trends and sustainable practices in bioremediation

Advances in technology have enabled medicinal chemists to discover and formulate several highly specific, biocompatible, and non-toxic therapeutic agents for clinical applications. Nanotechnology has achieved significant progress in the last few decades and is crucial in every field of science and technology. Nanotechnology-based pharmaceuticals offer multifaceted and alternative methodologies in comparison to the limitations of many conventional clinical therapies. Expertise in designing and developing nanoformulations has helped in targeted drug delivery. Recently, the use of innovative therapeutic agents, particularly in nanomedicine, has accounted for a significant portion of the global pharmaceutical market and is predicted to continue to grow rapidly in the near future.

Nanotherapeutic Strategies and New Pharmaceuticals is an accessible multi-part reference which informs the reader about several new techniques based on nanotechnology. The chapters explain relevant topics in detail. The book is designed to encourage and help undergraduate, graduate and post-graduate students in the field of nanotherapeutics, pharmaceuticals and bio-organic chemistry through the use of didactic language and simple illustrations.

Part 1 of this book set explains general advances in nanomedicine, followed by chapters covering the role of nanotherapeutics in hematology and cancer treatment, as well as specific types of nanomaterials based on different components (such as boron, graphene, silver and other metals). The book also features a chapter that summarizes the processes for designing nanoparticles tailored for specific targets. The book serves as a textbook for students in pharmacology and medical biochemistry, as well as a quick reference for researchers on bio-organic chemistry, as well as general readers interested in nanomedicine.

Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is a leading cause of death globally. Conventional chemotherapeutic agents are unable to penetrate cancerous hepatocytes completely and are toxic to non cancerous cells and tissues. This toxicity significantly compromises the therapeutic outcome of conventional chemotherapeutic agents which is also reflected in the high mortality of the disease. Nanotherapeutics have shed new light onto HCC treatment by enabling site-specific in vivo delivery of chemotherapeutics specifically to neoplastic hepatocytes without affecting normal hepatocytes. Thus, nanotherapeutics have shown considerable potential and there is tremendous impetus for rapid translation from the pre-clinical to the clinical domain to significantly prolong the survival in HCC.

In Nanotherapeutics for the Treatment of Hepatocellular Carcinoma, authoritative experts of the field have explored the important aspects of nanotherapeutics against HCC. The book exhaustively, vividly and explicitly describes the molecular pathogenesis, diagnostic aspects and nanotherapy of HCC, while also highlighting the challenges of conventional therapy and the benefits of nanotherapeutics. Chapters of the book also cover recent investigations of nanotherapeutics against HCC, types of nanomedicines, recent patents, commercially available nanotherapeutics and a future perspective to give a comprehensive review of the topic to readers. In addition to these defining features, the book provides several references for further reading. The book is an ideal resource on HCC nanotherapeutics for medical and pharmacology postgraduate students, faculties, researchers, and biomedical scientists working on HCC and nanotherapy.

Plants have been widely used to treat diseases, owing to the presence of bioactive compounds (phytochemicals) which play important roles in health promotion and disease prevention. In recent years, advances in chemical extraction techniques, lifestyle and dietary choices for human health have increased the interest in the consumption and study of fruits, vegetables, and foods enriched with bioactive compounds and nutraceuticals. Thousands of dietary phytochemicals, such as flavonoids, phenolic acids, glucosinolates, terpenes and alkaloids, have been identified and categorized further according to a diverse array of biochemical properties. Many of these phytochemicals have been hypothesized to reduce the risk of several pathological conditions which include life threatening diseases such as heart disease and cancer, to name a few.

Natural Bioactive Compounds from Fruits and Vegetables as Health Promoters is a 2 book set which presents a summary of different classes of phytochemicals commonly found in common edible food sources. Each chapter details the general chemical structures of compounds, naturally present in specific fruits, vegetables and grains, their biological importance and mechanisms of action.

The book set is an essential handbook for anyone interested in the natural product chemistry of these common crops.

Part 1 of this set covers details about different fruits (banana, citrus fruits, pears, etc.). Part 2 covers legumes, nuts, seeds and cereals.

Natural Feed Additives Used in the Poultry Industry addresses recent information on the use of different natural feed additives in poultry nutrition. Chapters in the book focus on the growth, production, reproduction and health of poultry.

Key Features:

- 15 chapters contributed by more than 30 experts and scientists involved in animal and poultry nutrition, physiology, toxicology, pharmacology, and pathology

- Chapters highlight the significance of a variety of herbal plant extracts and derivatives, cold pressed and essential oils, fruits by-products, immunomodulators, organic acids, probiotics, nanoparticles and their role in poultry industry instead of the growth promoter antibiotics.

- Provides details about the use of antibiotic as growth promoters in poultry and the development of bacterial resistance.

- Provides a holistic approach on how natural feed additives can provide an efficient solution to animal health,

- Covers the main categories of poultry, including broiler chickens, laying hens, quails, geese, ducks, and turkey.

- References in each chapter for further reading

This handbook represents an up-to-date review of the existing knowledge on natural feed additives, both in vitro and in vivo and the basis for future research. The text is useful to students of poultry sciences, nutritionists, scientists, veterinarians, pharmacologists, poultry breeders, and animal husbandry extension workers.

The Natural Products Journal a peer-reviewed journal, aims to publish all the latest and outstanding developments in natural products.
The Natural Products Journal publishes original research articles, full-length/mini-reviews, letters, and guest-edited issues on all aspects of research and development in the field, including isolation, purification, structure elucidation, synthesis, and bioactivity of chemical compounds found in nature. Articles related to recent developments in medicinally important natural products, particularly concerning the structure-activity studies regarding certain diseases, such as inflammation, cancer, tropical diseases, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, etc., are also covered in this journal.
The Natural Products Journal is an international, peer-reviewed journal on all aspects of natural products, published monthly (print & online) by Bentham Science Publishers.

Natural Products for Treatment of Skin and Soft Tissue Disorders presents a simple and straightforward exploration of the role medicinal plants play in treating a diverse range of skin-related disorders. With contributions from researchers worldwide, this book delves into the pathology of skin conditions such as eczema, superficial mycoses, acne, vitiligo, and skin ulcers, providing effective treatment protocols using natural remedies. It also addresses prevalent disorders like atopic dermatitis and skin infections in developing countries. Finally, the book sheds light on the rising concern of skin cancer and potential natural therapeutic approaches. Readers will be equipped with the knowledge to harness the power of natural medicines in their dermatology practice.

This comprehensive resource serves as a handbook for medical residents, students and dermatologists, offering invaluable insights into the potential of medicinal plants for the treatment of skin and soft tissue disorders.

Natural products continue to play a key role in drug development. A recent analysis of the drug market in the developed world revealed that 40% of total clinically approved drugs were either unmodified natural products or their semi-synthetic derivatives. This book series focuses on reviews of exciting new bioactive natural products that have huge potential as drugs. It highlights the everlasting importance of natural products in our lives. Each volume brings reviews contributed by eminent scientists in the field.

The first volume covers the following topics:

- bioactive compounds from marine invertebrates

- natural product derived drugs for immunological and inflammatory diseases

- clinical trials of curcumin, camptothecin, astaxanthin, and biochanin

- antibacterial and antifungal drugs from natural sources

- natural products as anti-HIV medicines

This volume presents different aspects related to bioactive compounds, starting with their natural state in raw sources, physicochemical characterization and employment in pharmacy and medicine. The volume is divided into three parts. The first part describes the chemicals structure of bioactive compounds from different natural sources such as olive oils, wines, and medicinal plants. Special attention has been given to identifying the bioactive composition within variations of these natural sources (for example, extra virgin, ordinary or lampante olive oils). The second part of the volume presents the principal methods used for detecting, identifying and quantifying bioactive compounds. Emphasis is given to the use of different types of sensors or biosensors, and multisensor systems in combination with analytical techniques. The final part explains the principal methods for protection of bioactive compounds and the implication of bioactive compounds in pharmacy. This volume is a useful guide for novice researchers interested in learning research methods to study bioactive compounds.

Frontiers in Bioactive Compounds brings edited reviews on the analysis and characterization of natural compounds of medicinal interest. Each volume covers useful information on a variety of natural sources as well as analytical techniques. This series is essential reading for analytical and medicinal chemists as well as professionals involved in natural and pharmaceutical product research and development.

Navigating the Fintech Frontier Transformative Innovations and Risk Factors in Financial Services explores the transformative impact of financial technology on banking and financial services. It examines key opportunities and challenges in fintech adoption, including AI-driven banking, blockchain innovations, big data analytics, and the role of IoT in financial services. The book also addresses the risks associated with fintech adoption, addressing security, regulatory concerns, and customer trust.

Key Features:

- Explores fintech adoption, risks, and regulatory challenges.

- Analyzes AI, blockchain, big data, and IoT in banking.

- Examines the impact of machine learning on financial services.

- Offers insights into customer behavior and risk management.

- Provides a theoretical and practical perspective on fintech innovation.

In this handbook, the authors provide a practical, easily accessible guide of necropsy techniques for examining wildlife. Chapters introduce the reader to the value of necropsy in studying wildlife in general, sample collection methods, cadaveric phenomena and necropsy techniques for a variety of organisms ranging from invertebrates to mammals. The book addresses some of the peculiar characteristics of veterinary autopsy specific to different types of specimens. The goal of this book is to equip the reader with the information necessary to conduct a forensic examination in order to reach a conclusive diagnosis of an animal’s death, while also understanding it in an ecological context.

Necropsy Techniques for Examining Wildlife Samples is intended as an essential handbook for students and professionals of biology, zoology and veterinary medicine as well as professionals, who work in natural parks, wildlife rehabilitation centers and biological or zoological parks as conservationists, researchers or animal handlers.

Research on young individuals and childbearing adults being treated for neoplasia has revealed a rising number of requests for treatments aimed to maintain the possibility to conceive. To answer such requests, it is important for medical professionals to consider the necessity to cure the woman, to preserve her fertility, to give information both on the effect of neoplasia and treatments on pregnancy. Patients have to be informed on the possible treatment alternatives that are less aggressive towards the reproductive function, but at the same time, give desirable results in terms of survival.

Neoplasia and Fertility describes the state-of-the-art on fertility preservation in women affected by neoplasia. The 11 book chapters inform the reader with the goal of equipping them with the required information needed to present the condition and to discuss the possibility of conceiving, and how to manage patients after oncologic treatments at different stages of pregnancy.

Key Features

- Informs the reader about the relationship between gynecological cancer and fertility in women through 11 chapters

- Describes a broad range of cancers and relevant treatment options for maintaining fertility

- Explains the role of a 'Fertility Sparing Team' in clinics

- Familiarizes the reader with the ethics behind oncology treatments with reference to female fertility

- Describes fertility issues related to hereditary cancers in women

- Includes references for further reading

The book serves as an informative reference on the subject to medical doctors in the gynecology, obstetrics and midwife specialties, and nurses training the gynecological oncology. It will also be of interest to healthcare administrators involved in fertility and oncology clinics, as well as general practitioners in family medicine.

This book covers novel approaches using networks and oscillations and it will serve as a catalyst for translating these exciting advancements into the clinical arena. This collection of articles aims to accelerate the widespread clinical translation of network approaches by providing practical information accessible to clinicians in neurology and psychiatry - fields that are uniquely poised to implement these developments in clinical treatment of brain diseases. It should be a useful resource for researchers and working professionals in neurological and psychiatric academic centers.

Remarkable advances have been made in embolization of cerebral aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations and stroke treatment during the past decades. Endovascular techniques are less invasive than other forms of neurosurgery. However, endovascular neurosurgery is becoming more complicated as the technology is becoming more sophisticated. Frontiers in Neurosurgery is an ebook series which triggers principle issues that still fuel debate in neurosurgery. The series is intended as a reference for practicing endovascular neurosurgeons, vascular neurosurgeons, interventional neurologists and neuroradiologists who have a solid knowledge of neuroangiography.

The first volume of this series brings reviews on a variety of challenges that neuroendovascular surgeons can face such as:

- Devices for Neuroendovascular Treatment

- Dual Antiplatelet Therapy in Neuroendovascular Procedures

- Endovascular Reperfusion Management for Acute Ischemic Stroke

- Spinal Vascular Pathology

- Anesthesia Options for Endovascular Neurosurgery … and much more.

This reference is the definitive guide to common neurodegenerative diseases that affect humans. The book covers mechanisms of some of the most well-known neurodegenerative diseases, their biomarkers, neuropharmacology, and emerging treatment strategies.

The book introduces the subject of neurodegeneration by outlining the biochemistry, pathophysiology and multifactorial neurological mechanisms (the role of genetics, environmental factors and mitochondrial damage, for example). Next, it explains some of the most studied diseases, namely, Parkinson's Disease, Alzheimer's Disease, Huntington's Disease, and Multiple Sclerosis. Subsequent chapters delve into current knowledge about diagnostic and immunological biomarkers, followed by a summary of novel therapeutic strategies.

Special attention has been given to the role of medicinal plants in attempting to treat neurodegenerative diseases, as well as the public health burden posed by these conditions.

Key Features - give readers an overview of multifactorial disease mechanisms in neurodegeneration

- covers some major neurodegenerative diseases in detail

- covers diagnostic and immunological biomarkers

- explores current therapeutic strategies and drug targets in common neurodegenerative diseases

- offers a simple presentation with references for advanced readers

The book is a suitable reference for all readers, including students, research scholars, and physicians who are interested in the mechanisms and treatment of neurodegenerative diseases.

NBE is the official journal of the Institute of Complex Medical Engineering (ICME). The journal promotes the best interdisciplinary research in neuroscience and biomedical engineering. NBE welcomes contributions in any domain of neural and biomedical engineering ranging in content from practical/clinical applications through experimental science, technological developments to quantitative and/or statistical methodology discussions. NBE publishes the following article types: original articles, research reviews, and book reviews.

The goal of this journal is to establish a new forum for this interdisciplinary field so neuroscientists and biomedical engineers can publish their research works in one periodical. NBE is devoted to bridge the gap between Neuroscience and Biomedical Engineering , and to foster the mutual understanding in both fields.

Typical topics include, but certainly are not limited, to the following:
Neural Technology and Neural Rehabilitation
Neurology and Signal Processing
Biomedical Informatics
Biomechanics and Neural Control
Theoretical and Computational Neuroscience
Imaging Neuroscience

Key Features:

- Original research papers and special issues for topics
- Basic neurosciences, and biomedical engineering technologies
- Existing and potential clinical applications
- Periodic ‘Review Papers’ from world-recognized experts
- International scope
- No page charges
- Rapid publication times
- Free color in electronic version

Increasingly global and online social interactions and financial transactions involve digital data, computing devices and the internet. With cloud computing, remote computing, enterprise mobility and e-commerce on the rise, network security has become a priority. Selecting an appropriate algorithm and policy is a challenge for computer security engineers, as new technologies provide malicious users with opportunities to intrude into computer networks.

New Age Cyber Threat Mitigation for Cloud Computing Networks provides cloud and network engineers answers to cybersecurity challenges. It highlights new options, methodologies and feasible solutions that can be implemented in cloud architecture and IT Infrastructure, thereby securing end users. Chapters cover many topics related to cyber threats in the modern era.

These topics include:

Ransomware and DDoS attacks

Security algorithms

Design and implementation solutions for resilient and fault-tolerant cloud and network services

Security policy

End user data security The book is an essential resource for anyone involved in cloud computing and network security, including learners, professionals and enthusiasts.

New Avenues in Drug Discovery and Bioactive Natural Products is the second volume of the Natural Medicine book series. It is devoted to current research in drug discovery from natural sources. The volume features 13 chapters that cover modern analytical and scientific approaches. The book starts with chapters on advanced analytical and research techniques, such as genomic mining, quality control of herbal drugs, DNA fingerprinting, high-throughput screening, molecular docking and extraction techniques. The contributors provide a summary of challenges for researchers and commercial applications where possible. The book also features chapters dedicated to specific medicinal agents that target a disease (glycosides, SARS-CoV2 spike protein inhibitors, and andrographolides. The collection of important research topics in natural product chemistry aims to help the scholars and researchers in the scientific community that are involved in the extraction and development of new medicines.

This book is recommended for readers who are interested in or work with current theoretical and experimental research in medicinal chemistry, with an emphasis on computer aided-drug design and organic synthesis for therapeutic purposes. This book encompasses the multidisciplinary field of medicinal chemistry which overlaps the knowledge of chemistry, physics, biochemistry, biology and pharmacology.

New Drugs Targeting Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria: Recent Advances examines the molecular, pharmacological, and clinical dimensions of resistance development and highlights innovative therapeutic approaches aimed at overcoming multidrug-resistant organisms (MDROs), providing an in-depth exploration of emerging strategies to combat one of the most urgent public health challenges of our time—antimicrobial resistance (AMR).

Beginning with the mechanisms underlying bacterial resistance such as β-lactamase production, efflux pump activity, and membrane protein modification, the text underscores the growing threat posed by ESKAPE pathogens and CDC-classified priority infections. Chapters also explore cutting-edge interventions including bacteriophage therapy, discovery of novel antibacterial compounds from natural sources, and the use of nanoparticles and quorum-sensing inhibitors to suppress bacterial virulence.

Further sections discuss carbapenemase-mediated resistance, emphasizing enzyme classification, detection strategies, and the importance of clinical microbiology in guiding antibiotic stewardship. By integrating one-health perspectives that consider human, animal, and environmental dimensions, this book presents a holistic roadmap for addressing resistance evolution through innovation and responsible antibiotic use.

Key Features

Examines the molecular mechanisms driving antibiotic resistance in key bacterial species

Explores bacteriophage therapy as a promising alternative to conventional antimicrobials

Discovers natural-source compounds and novel drug leads for future antibiotic development

Analyses carbapenemase-mediated resistance and clinical detection techniques

Evaluates new therapeutic approaches including nanoparticle-based treatments and quorum-sensing inhibition

Promotes the one-health approach to tackling multidrug-resistant organisms globally

Congenital heart diseases are the most common neonatal malformations, ranging from 8 to 15/1000 live births in various communities. Improvement of knowledge in the genetic and etio-pathogenic aspects of these malformations as well as the technical advances of diagnostic and therapeutic tools have brought about a significant improvement in overall long-term patient outcome over the last few decades. This e-book is an update on the most recent genetic, diagnostic and therapeutic aspects of this pediatric cardiology. Specifically, the book explains, in detail, recent acquisitions in the field of interaction between the genome and heart development, advances in diagnostic non-invasive techniques and novel therapeutic applications of the percutaneous and "hybrid" cardiologic/surgical procedures. These developments in diagnostics and therapeutics will be extremely valuable for both pediatric and adult cardiologists treating patients with congenital heart defects.

The monograph is a summary of methods used to study pain receptors and the results obtained in some experiments designed to study the effect of non-opioid analgesics. The molecular mechanisms of nociceptive information control in primary sensory nociceptive neurons are described based on investigations of the membrane signaling cascade (opioid-like receptor → Na+,K+-ATPase → NaV1.8 channel) observed by the authors. Based on this data, the authors conclude that the modulation of NaV1.8 channels responsible for the coding of noxious signals can be carried out due to two novel targeting mechanisms. The first of these is the activation of opioid-like receptors; the second is the activation of Na+/K+-ATPase as a signal transducer. The development of a novel class of analgesics that trigger these mechanisms should lead to a successful solution to the problem of chronic pain relief.

Chapters of the monograph cover the general methods used in studying nociceptive pain (including the patch-clamp method), and the mechanism behind the binding of different ligands to these receptors such gamma-pyrones, gamma-pyridines and cardiotonic steroids.

This monograph is a valuable reference for neuroscientists, pharmacologists and allied researchers studying pain receptors for the development of safe and effective analgesics.

Terraforming is the process of modifying a planet, moon, or other body to a more habitable atmosphere, temperature, or ecology. The idea of terraforming or colonizing other planets has recently become a topic of intense scientific interest and public debate. Geoengineering and terraforming, at their core, have the same goal: to enhance or revive the ability of a specific environment to support human life, society, and industry. New Worlds: Colonizing Planets, Moons and Beyond examines extra-terrestrial colonization plans with a critical eye. The ten chapters of the book provide a detailed review of the demographic and economic reasons behind this space imperative, technical and ecological solutions to improve the settlement of our own planet, enhancements of our current space industry. The book also covers interesting topics such as the terraformation of Mars, the moon, and other planets like Venus, colonizing the outer solar system (and beyond), and the ethical considerations in favor of space expansion. This simple, yet informative treatise is an essential read for anyone interested in the subject of space colonization

Nitrogen containing compounds produced by industrial processes are pollutants which pose a significant environmental and health hazard. There are a number of processes that have been devised for removing nitrogen compounds from wastewater.

This reference book summarizes different denitrification methods for wastewater processing. The book introduces readers to toxic nitrogen compounds responsible for water pollution. This introduction is followed by chapters which explain different nitrogen removal methods including conventional methods, biological methods, food industry wastewater treatment and new approaches towards environmental pollution remediation: Bio Electrochemical Systems (BESs). This book is a handy reference guide for industrial and environmental engineers and students learning about wastewater management and industrial denitrification.

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a common cause of elevated liver enzymes and chronic liver disease in Western countries. NAFLD is characterized by elevated liver enzymes in the absence of alcohol consumption and secondary causes of liver disease. It is an independent predictor of future risk of cardiovascular diseases, type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome (hypertension, abdominal obesity, dyslipidemia, glucose intolerance).

This book is a quick reference guide for medical students and professionals about NAFLD. Readers will find a summary of epidemiology, clinical features, diagnosis, imaging techniques, histopathology, and disease management. The book also presents information about NAFLD linked with hepatocellular carcinoma and guidelines for treating NAFLD in pediatric patients. Each chapter presents information in a simple, structured manner making this text an ideal handbook for supplementing hepatology modules in medical curricula.

Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory skin disease with a complex disease pathway and frequent treatment limitations.Novel Carriers for Psoriasis Management and Pharmacotherapy explores next-generation drug delivery systems that solve the challenges of conventional psoriasis treatments, it also focuses on innovative carrier technologies such as nanostructured lipid carriers, liposomes, ethosomes, and solid lipid nanoparticles that enhance drug penetration, stability, and targeted delivery. It also covers mechanisms of action, clinical trials, patents, and regulatory insights, offering practical direction for future dermatological formulation research.

Key Features:

· Showcases advanced carrier systems for psoriasis drug delivery.

· Demonstrates improved skin penetration and drug stability strategies.

· Analyzes clinical and preclinical evidence for novel formulations.

· Explains mechanisms behind nanocarrier performance on the skin barrier.

· Reviews formulation hurdles like bioavailability and penetration limits.

· Summarizes regulatory and patent trends in dermatology drug delivery.

Novel Drug Delivery Systems - Part 1 provides a comprehensive exploration of controlled drug delivery systems (NDDS) and their impact on patient outcomes and therapeutic effectiveness. Covering key topics like the principles of controlled-release dosage forms, the role of polymers, and innovative techniques like microencapsulation and mucoadhesive systems, this book bridges foundational concepts with cutting-edge advancements. It also addresses specialized systems like gastroretentive, transdermal, and ocular drug delivery methods. Ideal for pharmaceutical professionals, students, and researchers, this book serves as a critical resource for understanding and developing advanced drug delivery technologies.

Key Features:

- Comprehensive introduction to controlled drug delivery concepts

- In-depth analysis of pharmacokinetics and polymers in NDDS

- Exploration of microencapsulation and mucoadhesive systems

- Insights into gastroretentive and transdermal drug delivery

- Overview of nanotechnology and implantable devices in drug delivery

- Coverage of the latest developments in injectables and ocular systems

INTRODUCTION:

Hypertension has become a major public health problem in the last few decades. High blood pressure is a serious risk factor for premature cardiovascular disease and end-organ damage including left-ventricular hypertrophy and congestive heart failure, which in turn increases the risk of cardiovascular morbidity and mortality.

While studies of hypertension have been performed worldwide in a variety of epidemiological settings such as diabetes, renal function, obesity and thyroid disorders, there is a need to identify appropriate treatment strategies

Novel Strategies and Approaches in Hypertension introduces the reader to different aspects of hypertension treatment (environmental and occupational factors and different clinical settings that can trigger the disease). The book also covers special topics related to the use of new diagnostic biomarkers for hypertension patients, as well as endocrine and nutrition-focused approaches to treat the condition.

This reference book will be useful for medical professionals involved in the management and care of patients affected with hypertension.

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Frontiers in Hypertension presents reference works, textbooks and monographs on both fundamental and advanced topics related to the pathophysiology, diagnosis and treatment of hypertension. The series is essential reading for medical students and professionals involved in hypertension and allied subspecialty treatment programs.

Numberama: Recreational Number Theory in the School System presents number patterns and mathematical formulas that can be taught to children in schools. The number theories and problems are reinforced by enjoyable games that children can play to enhance their learning in a fun-loving way. Key features of the book include:

• information about a number of well-known number theory problems such as Fibonaccci numbers, triangular numbers, perfect numbers, sums of squares, and Diophantine equations

• organized presentation based on skill level for easy understanding

• all basic mathematical operations for elementary school children

• a range of algebraic formulae for middle school students

• descriptions of positive feedback and testimonials where recreational number theory has been effective in schools and education programs

This book is a useful handbook for elementary and middle-school teachers, students, and parents who will be able to experience the inherent joys brought by teaching number theory to children in a recreational way.

Numerical Machine Learning is a simple textbook on machine learning that bridges the gap between mathematics theory and practice. The book uses numerical examples with small datasets and simple Python codes to provide a complete walkthrough of the underlying mathematical steps of seven commonly used machine learning algorithms and techniques, including linear regression, regularization, logistic regression, decision trees, gradient boosting, Support Vector Machine, and K-means Clustering.

Through a step-by-step exploration of concrete numerical examples, the students (primarily undergraduate and graduate students studying machine learning) can develop a well-rounded understanding of these algorithms, gain an in-depth knowledge of how the mathematics relates to the implementation and performance of the algorithms, and be better equipped to apply them to practical problems.

Key features

- Provides a concise introduction to numerical concepts in machine learning in simple terms

- Explains the 7 basic mathematical techniques used in machine learning problems, with over 60 illustrations and tables

- Focuses on numerical examples while using small datasets for easy learning

- Includes simple Python codes

- Includes bibliographic references for advanced reading The text is essential for college and university-level students who are required to understand the fundamentals of machine learning in their courses.

Numerical Methods and Implementation in Geotechnical Engineering explains several numerical methods that are used in geotechnical engineering. The second part of this reference set includes more information on the distinct element method, geotechnical optimization analysis and reliability analysis. Information about relevant additional numerical methods is also provided in each chapter with problems where applicable. The authors have also presented different computer programs associated with the materials in this book set which will be useful to students learning how to apply the models explained in the text into practical situations when designing structures in locations with specific soil and rock settings.

This reference book set is a suitable textbook primer for civil engineering students as it provides a basic introduction to different numerical methods (classical and modern) in comprehensive readable volumes.

This book summarizes key information required for planning and implementing a healthy diet for patients based on sound nutritional concepts. Readers will find information on the background of nutrition in disease management and nutritional regulations in the USA. The book also describes macro- and micronutrients (including minerals and vitamins) and the applications of relevant nutritional concepts to real-life situations, using well-designed simulated clinical scenarios. Additionally, factors contributing to disease as well as the link between socio-economic status, culture and nutrition are discussed. This book should serve as useful handbook for nutritionists and health care providers and medical or pharmacology students taking courses in nutritional sciences.

Globalization and economic progress has been accompanied with an increase in the incidence of obesity, cardiovascular disease and other non-communicable illnesses worldwide among populations in some countries. Obesity and Disease examines how these rising epidemics of obesity and other lifestyle problems are changing health guidelines globally - from directing health care professionals on how to care for individuals to encouraging them to embrace the interconnected systems involved in chronic disease risk management, prevention and treatment. With a focus on systems, this reference serves as an excellent resource on how to develop a more comprehensive approach to population health. Starting with a systematic approach to health risk assessment in section one, followed by a targeted approach to risk reduction and prevention in section two, the eBook moves along seamlessly into section three calling for a shared responsibility toward strengthening health systems globally that can help determine and improve upon the health of individuals, and societies across the world.

Obesity and Disease gives applicable concepts to readers in a multidisciplinary and collaborative approach to alter health systems and implement changes that promote health and wellness in the communities they serve and live in. The information and resources in this eBook also serve as a guideline for collaborations across professional associations with a goal of developing strategic plans to combat obesity and diabetes.

In recent years, we have witnessed significant advances in obstetric anesthesia, providing greater safety for the mother and the fetus, as well as an improvement in pain management procedures during labor.

This volume presents updates in obstetrics and gynecology that are reflective of the changes in the demographics and associated clinical presentations of gynecological pathologies. It compiles state of the art information on the subject in 20 chapters contributed by more than 50 experts in obstetric anesthesia. The main objective of this volume is to inform and update readers about the different aspects essential to the practice of anesthesia and analgesia during pregnancy, labor, cesarean section and puerperium. The contents also include information about the management of pregnant women with different pathologies and high-risk pregnancies.

The authors believe that it is essential for all anesthesiologists to be aware of the latest advances and well-contrasted scientific evidence that will allow them to carry out their usual clinical activity.

The volume approaches the subject in a clear and didactic way for the benefit of all professionals involved in this field, including anesthesiologists, gynecologists, obstetricians, surgeons, clinicians and allied healthcare service providers.

Occupant behaviour in buildings is a point of interest for building designers around the world. Functional buildings have a significant energy demand; therefore, improving the thermal and energy performance of such buildings requires knowledge about the variables that influence them. However, to increase the potential for improving thermal and energy performance of buildings, studies must also consider the occupant's interactions with the built environment. The occupant behaviour influences the conditions of the internal environment through the occupation of indoor building spaces and through the interaction with building elements, such as air-conditioning, lighting, blinds and windows. Occupant Behaviour in Buildings: Advances and Challenges brings together reviews of these influential aspects, presenting updates on advances and questions that pose challenges in our current understanding of behavioural modeling and its application to building design. Special topics covered in the book include methods to survey occupant behavior, building design choices, occupant behaviour impact on a building's thermal and energy efficiency, and,finally, a simulation of occupants in a building.

Key Features

- Presents up-to-date information on occupant behaviour in buildings

- Eight chapters, written by renowned researchers, provide readers with useful insights on the subject

- Includes a case study of buildings in Brazil

- Structured reader-friendly content

- References for further reading

This reference is an informative resource for students and professionals in architecture, civil engineering, building information design, and urban planning. Readers interested in social and behavioural sciences will also gain insights on research methods that are helpful in investigating human behavior in urban dwellings.

Structured across four sections, the book begins with foundational models of practice, including MOHO, CMOP-E, PEO, and the Kawa model, before examining common and often underrepresented mental health conditions such as eating disorders and personality disorders.

Building on this foundation, the book highlights occupational therapy–specific interventions, from psycho-education and CBT to sensory approaches and group work, offering practical tools and resources for clinicians. The final section critically discusses recovery, social determinants of mental health, participatory citizenship, and the role of technology in shaping future practice. Designed for flexible use, each chapter functions as a standalone resource, enabling readers to dip into specific topics as needed.

Key Features

Explains core occupational therapy models used in mental health practice.

Addresses diverse conditions, including underrepresented diagnoses like eating and personality disorders.

Demonstrates occupational therapy–specific interventions within interdisciplinary teams.

Provides practice tools, instruments, and case-based examples for learners and professionals.

Critiques recovery-oriented practice and explores emerging roles for technology and citizenship.