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Green economics refers to the discipline in which economists and businesses pursue policies that are conducive to minimizing environmental and ecological damage and therefore sustainable development.

Progress in Green Economics primarily focuses on developments in the transition of different industries and sectors to a sustainable, environment-friendly economic model. The book presents 7 chapters that cover different topics that reflect these developments in the field from a number of academic and practical angles.

The topics covered in the book include a review of the Food Energy Water Waste (FEWW) paradigm in Asian countries, an analysis of green economic forces in the Arctic region, green economics for protected area tourism, a conceptual analysis of green economics strategy, sustainable development and green banking in South Africa, and six sigma methodology for implementing green economic policies in different industries. Each chapter is organized into reader-friendly sections and is supplemented with references for the benefit of more involved scholars.

The multi-regional perspectives, along with the theoretical and practical information on the topic make this reference a timely and handy resource on green economics and sustainable development for academics, scholars, industrialists, policymakers and economics enthusiasts alike.

Promising Cancer Therapeutic Drug Targets: Recent Advancements offers a comprehensive overview of novel and emerging strategies in cancer therapy. The book explores cutting-edge approaches such as exosomal delivery systems, CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing, and immunotoxins, alongside targeting mechanisms like cancer stem cells, apoptosis pathways, and key signaling processes. A strong emphasis is placed on the therapeutic potential of natural compounds in disrupting cancer progression and enhancing treatment response. Chapters are organized around molecular targets, therapeutic pathways, and bioactive agents to provide a clear, thematic structure.

Key Features

- In-depth exploration of CRISPR/Cas9, exosomes, and stem cell-targeted therapy

- Focus on natural compounds in cancer treatment

- Insights into key signaling pathways (Hippo, Hedgehog, STAT3)

- Discussion on apoptosis and drug resistance mechanisms.

Neurodegenerative disorders such as Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), Alzheimer's disease (AD), Parkinson's disease (PD), Prion-related disorders (PrD) and Huntington's disease (HD) share a common neuropathology, primarily featuring the presence of abnormal protein inclusions containing specific misfolded proteins. These groups of diseases are now classified as Protein Misfolding Disorders. This Ebook gives a comprehensive overview of the possible mechanisms involved in Protein Misfolding Disorders and possible therapeutic strategies to treat these diseases. The Ebook provides the most recent evidence addressing the role of cellular stress responses to neurological diseases, along with therapeutic strategies to alleviate ER stress in a disease context.

Protocols used in Molecular Biology is a compilation of several examples of molecular biology protocols. Each example is presented with a concise introduction, materials and chemicals required, a step-by-step procedure and troubleshooting tips. Information about the application of the protocol is also provided. The techniques included in this book are essential to research in the fields of proteomics, genomics, cell culture, epigenetic modification and structural biology. The protocols can also be used by clinical researchers (neuroscientists and oncologists, for example) for medical applications (diagnostics, therapeutics and multidisciplinary projects).

In recent times, the phenomenon of lone wolf terrorism has been observed with the social assumption that a radicalized individual is only guided by personal, social, and ethnic reasons to commit an extremist act. Nevertheless, there is still much to understand about this phenomenon and improve the methods of investigation or psychiatric interventions. This handbook attempts to cover gaps in understanding the psychiatric aspects of radicalization and the phenomenon of lone-wolf terrorism. Edited by expert clinical psychologists, the contributors have taken both a qualitative and theoretical route to analyze the phenomenon, prompted by their clinical experience with mental health professionals, being in contact with radicalized people living in local towns and prisons.

Key Features

- Addresses the topic of lone wolf terrorism from multiple angles including psychological aspects, social aspects, philosophical aspects and prevention

- Provides insights into forensic psychiatric methods used to study terrorism

- Includes contributions from several mental health experts

- Explains information in a concise, easy to comprehend manner

- Includes references for further research

Psychological Assessment and Interventions for Individuals Linked to Radicalization and Lone Wolf Terrorism serves as a practical handbook for psychologists, psychiatrists, criminologists, social workers, allied professionals (such as law enforcement officers) and students (in criminology, social science or psychology programs for example) who want to learn about the causes and prevention of terrorism, with a focus on radicalization processes and lone wolf agents.

Demographic changes due to improved life expectancy and access to medical care has increased the number of people aged 65 years and beyond. This raises an important new challenge for healthcare professionals. Changes in organ functions, homeostatic mechanisms and receptor responsiveness impair drug distribution, metabolism and excretion, and reduce the effectiveness of medicines among geriatric patients. As a consequence, management of medical regimens is much more challenging in the elderly than in younger adult patients. Elderly patients are also more susceptible than other age groups to certain drug-drug interactions, drug-disease interactions and adverse drug reactions owing to the number of drugs administered.

Polypharmacy and potentially inappropriate medication is a common finding in the elderly healthcare and it is considered a public health issue related to morbidity, mortality and health care resource use.

Psychopharmacological Issues in Geriatrics can be regarded as a ‘pharmacovigilance’ manual for elderly patients as it presents recommendations for geriatric prescription with specific considerations.

The book also provides a comprehensive review of specific classes of psychopharmacological agents used to treat geriatric patients, including antipsychotics, anxiolytics, hypnotics and mood stabilizers. The book is intended as a handbook for general medical and nursing practitioners.

Quality Assurance of Ethno-Herbals: Cultivating Confidence in Alternative Medicine offers a comprehensive and scholarly examination of the essential methodologies, cultural considerations, and regulatory frameworks surrounding the quality assurance of ethno-herbal remedies. This volume bridges the rich legacy of traditional herbal practices with contemporary scientific inquiry, highlighting the critical need for rigorous validation, standardization, and ethical stewardship in the preservation and advancement of indigenous medicinal knowledge.

The book opens with an exploration of culinary heritage and the cultural significance of indigenous herbs, followed by a thoughtful analysis of the challenges inherent in preserving these valuable resources. It provides an in-depth discussion on the evolving role of Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) in the culinary and herbal domains, underscoring the importance of protecting traditional knowledge while promoting equitable access.

Through contributions from experts in ethnobotany, pharmacognosy, law, and cultural studies, the text examines collaborative models, policy frameworks, and future directions that aim to integrate ethno-herbal practices responsibly within modern healthcare systems. Emphasizing the ethical imperative of valuing and respecting indigenous wisdom, this volume serves as an authoritative resource for researchers, healthcare practitioners, policymakers, and academicians engaged in the fields of alternative medicine, herbal pharmacology, and cultural heritage preservation.

Queer and Subjugated Knowledges: Generating Subversive Imaginaries makes an invaluable contribution to gender and sexuality studies, engaging with queer theory to reconceptualize everyday interactions. The scholars in this book respond to J. Halberstam’s call to engage in alternative imaginings to reconceptualize forms of being, the production of knowledge, and envisage a world with different sites for justice and injustice. The recent work of cultural theorist, Judith Halberstam, makes new investments in the notion of the counter-hegemonic, the subversive and the alternative. For Halberstam, the alternative resides in a creative engagement with subjugated histories, an ecstatic investment in the subcultural and a defiant refusal of a dominant model of theory. Working across Rhetoric and Cultural Studies, Gender Studies, Performance Studies, Television and Media Studies, Animation, Sociology, History, Social Policy, Childhood Studies, Education, and Cultural Geography, this unique interdisciplinary text aimed at academics, undergraduate and postgraduate students provides challenging new frameworks for generating knowledge.

Bioinformatics allows researchers to answer biological questions with advanced computational methods which involves the application of statistics and mathematical modeling. Structural bioinformatics enables the prediction and analysis of 3D structures of macromolecules while Computer Aided Drug Designing (CADD) assists scientists to design effective active molecules against diseases. However, the concepts in structural bioinformatics and CADD can be complex to understand for students and educated laymen.

This quick guideline is intended as a basic manual for beginner students and instructors involved in bioinformatics and computational chemistry courses. Readers will learn the basics of structural bioinformatics, primary and secondary analysis and prediction, structural visualization, structural analysis and molecular docking. Therefore, the book is a useful handbook for aspiring scholars who wish to learn the basic concepts in computational analysis of biomolecules.

A multidisciplinary exploration of quinones as a vital structural class in medicinal chemistry Drawing from both natural and synthetic sources, the book explores the structural diversity, reactivity, and therapeutic potential of quinone compounds, positioning them as privileged moieties in the development of pharmacologically active agents.

The text covers essential themes such as synthesis strategies, identification techniques, biochemical relevance, and pharmacodynamics of quinones and their derivatives. It delves into their traditional use in medicine, contemporary roles in treating diseases like cancer and infections, and their capacity to interact with multiple biological targets. Specific chapters discuss glyco hybrids, ROS generation, enzymatic pathways, and toxicity profiles, offering a comprehensive overview of their medicinal versatility.

Key features:

Explores synthesis and structural modification techniques

Analyzes biochemical and pharmacodynamic mechanisms

Reviews traditional and modern therapeutic uses

Examines toxicity concerns and safety profiles

Highlights marketed drugs and emerging candidates

Presents recent studies and future trends.

This book details the development of techniques and ideas from the radial basis function. It begins with a mathematical description of the basic concept of radial function method with chapters progressively delving into the derivation and construction of radial basis functions for large-scale wave propagation problems including singularity problems, high-frequency wave problems and large-scale computation problems. This reference, written by experts in numerical analysis, demonstrates how the functions arise naturally in mathematical analyses of structures responding to external loads. Readers are also equipped with mathematical knowledge about the radial basis function for understanding key algorithms required for practical solutions.

Key features:

- Introduces basic concepts of radial basis function methods

- Provides detailed derivations of several radial basis functions

- Explains complex problems using simple language

- Contains a wide range of numerical examples to demonstrate applications of relevant functions

- Combines the radial basis function with other known numerical methods (boundary element methods and differential equations).

- Includes references and appropriate chapter appendices

- Includes MATLAB codes for origin intensity factors and nearly singular factors for radial basis calculations

The book is designed to make information about radial basis function methods more accessible to research scientists, professional engineers and postgraduate students, with a specific focus on large-scale wave propagation problems.

Rare Animals of India is a unique book that presents the biological and ecological accounts of the least known animal species of India in one comprehensive volume. The book gives comprehensive ecological accounts supported with data tables on rare and specific animal species of India and discusses the basis for their rarity for their conservation. It includes information about the Indian Gharial (Gavialis gangeticus) the endangered Forest Owlet (Heteroglaux blewitti), the Bengal Marsh Mongoose, Snow Leopards and many more. Readers are guided through several chapters each detailing a specific kind of animal, some of them being on the list of endangered species. With over 150 color illustrations, this intriguing reference will be of immense interest to zoologists, ecologists, naturalists and conservation biologists as well as general readers across the world interested in studying such rare or least known animals found in the length and breadth of the Indian region.

Recent Advancements in Computational Intelligence: Concepts, Methodologies and Applications (Part 1) is an in-depth exploration of computational intelligence (CI), a rapidly evolving field blending artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data-driven problem-solving. The book focuses on biologically inspired methods such as neural networks, fuzzy logic, swarm intelligence, and evolutionary algorithms; it showcases how CI addresses complex real-world problems marked by uncertainty and incomplete data. Integrating theory with Industry 4.0 applications, the book spans diverse domains including healthcare, autonomous systems, cybersecurity, and smart computing.

Structured across thematic sections like Social Computing, High-Performance Computing, Network Science, Smart Computing, and Intelligent Communications, it covers topics like deep learning for autonomous vehicles, AI-driven healthcare diagnostics, graph theory in cybersecurity, and reinforcement learning for generative AI. With contributions from international experts, it bridges foundational principles with applied research and case studies. Key Features:

• Integrates emerging trends such as generative AI, edge computing, and reinforcement learning.

• Demonstrates practical relevance through real-world case studies and industrial applications.

• Promotes interdisciplinary understanding across computer science, engineering, and healthcare.

• Provides actionable methodologies for researchers and practitioners advancing CI innovation.

• Highlights the fusion of theory and practice in intelligent, adaptive systems.

Heavy metal pollution represents a global challenge to both public health and environmental sustainability. Any means to reduce heavy metal pollution in the environment is of considerable economic significance. The use of green plants to clean up heavy metal pollution is an environmentally friendly as well as a low-cost approach to the problem. This plant-based biotechnology is commonly known as 'phytoremediation'. Presently, there is limited application of this technology because useful plants with enhanced heavy metal resistance/tolerance are still needed to assist remediation of environments polluted with heavy metals. A key to improved phytoremediation of heavy metal pollution lies in research seeking for a better understanding of the mechanism(s) of heavy metal resistance/tolerance in plants. This E-book presents a unique treatment of the topics that have never been comprehensively brought together before in a single advanced reference. The volume explores aspects of plant biology that are critical for employing phytoremedation techniques to combat heavy metal contamination such as the specific plant biology, seed biology, plant tissue culture and enzymology. This E-book will be a useful reference to plant biologists, biotechnologists and environmental engineers seeking information about phytoremediation of heavy metals from the environment.

Recent Advances in Analytical Techniques is a collection of updates in techniques used in chemical analysis. This volume presents information about a selection of analytical techniques. Readers will find information about:

- New methods of sample preparation in biological and environmental analysis

- Developments in electrochemical sensors

- In vivo cytometry for detection of tumor cells

- Flow discharge spectroscopy for depth profile analysis

- Advances in photodynamic therapy

- New methods to analyze volatility in alcoholic beverages

Recent Advances in Analytical Techniques is a series of updates in techniques used in chemical analysis. Each volume presents a selection of chapters that explain different analytical techniques and their use in applied research. Readers will find updated information about developments in analytical methods such as chromatography, electrochemistry, optical sensor arrays for pharmaceutical and biomedical analysis.

The fourth volume of the series features six reviews on a variety of techniques with three reviews focusing on applications in food science:

Laser Ablation ICP-MS: New Instrumental Developments, Applications and Trends

Voltammetric Electronic Tongues

Recovery and Purification of Pharmaceuticals Using Nanomaterials

Recent Advances in Determination of Pesticides Residues in Food Commodities derived from Fruit and Vegetable Crops.

Recent Advances in Analytical Techniques for the Determination of Honey Content and its Products

Liquid-based Coordination Polymers in Cashew Nut Shells: an overview on analytical techniques

Recent Advances in Analytical Techniques is a series of updates in techniques used in chemical analysis. Each volume presents a selection of chapters that explain different analytical techniques and their use in applied research. Readers will find updated information about developments in analytical methods such as chromatography, electrochemistry, optical sensor arrays for pharmaceutical and biomedical analysis.

The sixth volume of the series features five reviews which demonstrate chemical analysis techniques of different materials.

- Analytical Techniques for Analysis of Metals and Minerals in Water

- Lipidomics Techniques and their Application for Food Nutrition and Health

- Recent Advances in the Analysis of Herbicides and their Transformation Products in Environmental Samples

- Nanoporous Anodic Aluminum Oxide: An Overview on its Fabrication and Potential Applications

- PIXE/PIGE Measurements of Archaeological Glass, its Conceptualization and Interpretation: A Case Study

Recent Advances in Biosensor Technology: Volume 1 is a comprehensive guide to the latest developments in biosensor technology, written by experts in the bioengineering and biosensor development.

The book is an essential resource for researchers and biomedical engineers interested in the latest developments in biosensor technology. It covers a wide range of topics, including nanomaterials for biosensing applications, carbon-based nanomaterials for sensing applications, graphene-based nanomaterials, SPR-based biosensors in diagnostics and therapeutics, biosensors for cancer diagnosis and therapeutics, tissue engineering and more.

One of the key features of this book is its detailed discussion of the novel research findings in biosensor technology, providing readers with the most up-to-date information in the field. Each chapter includes a comprehensive review of relevant literature, as well as practical examples to demonstrate the potential applications of biosensors in various fields. Furthermore, this book includes detailed references for further reading, making it an excellent resource for readers looking to deepen their understanding of biosensor technology.

Recent Trends in Livestock Innovative Technologies explores the most recent developments and developing trends in the livestock farming industry. The book delves into the application of innovative technologies in various aspects of livestock production, management, and health through edited chapters. The book starts with an outline of the difficulties the livestock sector faces and the necessity for technological solutions to these difficulties. Subsequent chapters cover innovations in this area. Key topics include: Advances in genetics and breeding methods: Contributing authors stress the possible impact of issues like marker-assisted selection, genomic selection, and gene editing on the future of animal breeding. Precision livestock farming: The use of sensor technologies, data analytics, and automation to monitor and control livestock production systems more effectively. The authors examine how these technologies enable real-time monitoring of environmental variables, animal activity, and health, which enhances production, animal welfare, and resource use. The management of feed and nutrition in livestock production: The book explores cutting-edge feed formulations, precise feeding systems, and alternative feed sources that can increase feed efficiency, lessen negative effects on the environment, and improve animal health. Fresh methods for illness prevention and management, such as the use of vaccines, diagnostics, and biosecurity measures. Social and ethical issues related to the adoption of cutting-edge livestock technologies. The authors attempt to give a fair assessment of the advantages and drawbacks of these technologies, and address concerns about animal welfare, environmental sustainability, and public perception of current farming practices. Recent Trends in Livestock Innovative Technologies is an informative resource for researchers, professionals, and policymakers interested in staying up-to-date with the advancements and future directions of the livestock industry.

Recent molecular studies have revealed an overwhelming role of hemolymph proteins and functional peptides in invertebrate physiology. This is mainly due to the large assortment of biomolecular factors each with a different structure and function. In addition there is a multitude of genes encoding for hemolymph proteins and functional peptides. Hemolymph proteins and functional peptides: Recent Advances in Insects and other Arthropods elucidates the physiological role, both at biochemical and molecular levels, of hemolymph proteins and functional peptides in reproduction, development, homeostasis, hibernation, migration, immune system, and in abiotic stress tolerance of insects and other arthropods. Readers gain an opportunity to find out how insects or other arthropods benefit from these biomolecular instruments for physiological processes, and how they endure and respond to the environmental stress. Recent research developments from a wider range of recognized authors and laboratories actively pursuing research in the field have been gathered and presented in a single volume. This e-book is a unique compilation of research on the biological role of numerous and diversified hemolymph protein molecules and peptides. This e-book will be equally interesting to students and researchers working in universities and other research stations in fields of entomology, zoology and physiology.

Introduction:

Mathematicians and statisticians have made significant academic progress on the subject of distribution theory in the last two decades, and this area of study is becoming one of the main statistical tools for the analysis of lifetime (survival) data. In many ways, lifetime distributions are the common language of survival dialogue because the framework subsumes many statistical properties of interest, such as reliability, entropy and maximum likelihood.

Recent Advances in Lifetime and Reliability Models provides a comprehensive account of models and methods for lifetime models. Building from primary definitions such as density and hazard rate functions, this book presents readers a broad framework on distribution theory in survival analysis. This framework covers classical methods - such as the exponentiated distribution method – as well as recent models explaining lifetime distributions, such as the beta family and compounding models. Additionally, a detailed discussion of mathematical and statistical properties of each family, such as mixture representations, asymptotes, types of moments, order statistics, quantile functions, generating functions and estimation is presented in the book.

Key Features:

- presents information about classical and modern lifetime methods

- covers key properties of different models in detail

- explores regression models for the beta generalized family of distributions

- focuses information on both theoretical fundamentals and practical aspects of implementing different models

- features examples relevant to business engineering and biomedical sciences

Recent Advances in Lifetime and Reliability Models will equip students, researchers and working professionals with the information to make extensive use of observational data in a variety of fields to create inferential models that make sense of lifetime data.