Advances in Molecular Biology Methods in Hepatology Research
Molecular Pharmacology and Interventions in Cardiovascular Disease
Genomic Characterization of Antimicrobial Resistance and Evolution Mechanism of Bacteria
The Long-Standing Problem of Parasitic Diseases in Zoo Animals
Advances in Biological Research into Shrimps, Crabs and Lobsters
The Life Machines
Improve your lifelong health and well-being by understanding what mitochondria really do for you, and how through small lifestyle changes, these awe-inspiring powerhouses can better your life. Have you ever wondered what makes every heartbeat, every thought, and every movement possible? Meet your mitochondria--tiny but mighty organelles that are the true engines of life. These organelles are popularly known as the "powerhouses of the cell," but new research shows that the mitochondria do more than just convert food into energy--they're orchestrators of critical functions that keep you healthy and alive. This groundbreaking book by a leading scientist from Stanford University School of Medicine and her husband, a bestselling author, is the first to provide a comprehensive yet easy-to-understand look at mitochondria and their vital role in human health. It is based on the premise that healthy mitochondria are the key to healthy cells and, thus, to healthy tissues, healthy organs, and a healthy body. The Life Machines provides practical and fundamental principles that you can use to unlock your body's full potential, answering questions like: -How does exercise help mitochondria improve your muscles and your brain? -What nutrients do mitochondria thrive on, and how is your gut microbiome involved? -How can developing better sleeping habits improve your mitochondrial health? -Why relaxing and managing stress will reduce damage to your mitochondria? -How can you protect your mitochondria from toxins in the environment? -Why mitochondria are the key to healthy aging We are only as healthy as our mitochondria. Dysfunction of these organelles has been linked to diseases and conditions such as Alzheimer's disease, type 2 diabetes, heart diseases, cancer, depression, autism spectrum disorder, chronic fatigue syndrome, and infertility. Now, the remarkable progress in understanding the mitochondrial role in these ailments will shape the future of medicine. Packed with surprising facts, you'll read about "mitochondrial Eve" who lived in Africa 200,000 years ago; tiny rotors that spin inside your body at fantastic speed; how cancer cells steal mitochondria from immune cells; how mitochondria help shape a baby's fingers and brain; how mitochondria in your thighs are linked to your cognitive capacity, and more. Skillfully weaving cutting-edge scientific discoveries, expert testimonies, personal stories, and practical insights, The Life Machines is inspiring and hopeful, empowering you to adopt lifestyle changes that will benefit the smallest--and yet most crucial--parts of the human body.
Interaction Between Intestinal Microorganisms and Hosts to Regulate Animal Growth
Estimation and Monitoring of Forest Biomass and Fuel Load Components
The aim of this Reprint is to immerse the reader in the latest cutting-edge approaches for quantifying forest biomass components. This Reprint presents 13 studies advancing forest biomass estimation through methodological innovations, technological integration, and management strategies. The research highlights multi-scale data fusion for precise carbon accounting and sustainable forestry practices. These contributions provide actionable insights for achieving UN Sustainable Development Goals 13 (Climate Action) and 15 (Life on Land) through precision forestry.
Gait and Balance Control in Typical and Special Individuals
Research on gait and balance control has significantly advanced in recent years due in part to the development of sophisticated biomechanical techniques, allowing us to move beyond simple observations to a deeper, more quantitative understanding of human movement. This knowledge is not just theoretical; it has significant implications for both healthy individuals and a wide range of special populations-from high-performance athletes to those grappling with neurological conditions or age-related decline. In this Special Issue, "Gait and Balance Control in Typical and Special Individuals", we present a collection of studies that showcase the breadth and depth of modern biomechanics, covering various topics. Readers can uncover new insights into the variability of developmental gait in children, the challenges of gait asymmetry following a stroke, and even how humans adapt to simulated hyper-gravity. The Special Issue also delves into specific clinical applications, exploring foot coupling in runners with plantar heel pain, key biomechanical parameters linked to falls in the elderly, and the intricate complexities of gait and balance in individuals with Parkinson's disease. The final article provides a comparative look at dynamic balance in gymnasts. We hope that these diverse contributions will not only serve as an important resource for researchers and clinicians but also foster new avenues of investigation, ultimately advancing our collective understanding and improving the lives of countless individuals.
Innovative Technologies for Food Preservation and Processing
The Special Issue entitled "Innovative Technologies for Food Preservation and Processing", published in the journal Applied Sciences, focuses on the latest advancements in food production and storage. We invite researchers to explore mechanisms of food spoilage prevention and the development of innovative methods for raw material processing. The aim of such measures is to provide products with enhanced preserved qualities and health benefits through evolving food industry technologies.
Big Data Analytics and Machine Learning for Smart Agriculture
Modern agriculture is undergoing a transformation through the integration of advanced technologies, such as big data analytics and machine learning. Since the first edition of "Big Data Analytics and Machine Learning for Smart Agriculture" in 2023, the agricultural sector has progressed from Industry 4.0 to 5.0, underscoring the rapid pace of innovation in this field.Big data analytics and machine learning are revolutionizing farm and agricultural system management by enabling more efficient resource use and increasing crop yields. Artificial intelligence is now used in fertilization recommendation systems, helping to optimize the application of agricultural inputs and support sustainable practices. AI technologies also assist in identifying plant diseases and pests-an essential aspect of Agriculture 5.0.The integration of drones and other devices with AI enables precise crop monitoring and rapid responses to potential threats. Beyond crop production, AI is also applied in animal husbandry, for example, in optimizing meat production. AI-powered prognostic systems help predict failures in smart farms, thereby improving operational reliability. One of the key ongoing challenges is the standardization of data, due to the wide variety of measurement devices and differing environmental conditions during data collection. The efficient processing and analysis of large datasets is crucial for generating actionable insights and driving innovation in digital agriculture.
The Genetic Book of the Dead
From a renowned biologist and best-selling author, a whole new way of looking at living organisms: reading them as documents describing ancient worlds A Financial Times Best Book of 2024: Science - Named Science Book of the Year by Times (UK) - A Guardian Best Ideas Book of 2024 "Intellectually sparkling and beautifully crafted."--Adrian Woolfson, Wall Street Journal "A glorious affair. . . . Arguably [Dawkins's] most joyous ode to the wonders that evolution has wrought in the animal world."--Philip Ball, Science An exquisitely camouflaged lizard has a desiccated landscape of sand and stones "painted" on its back. Its skin can be read as a description of an ancient desert, a world in which its ancestors survived. Such descriptions are more than skin deep, however. They penetrate the very warp and woof of the entire animal. In this groundbreaking exploration of the power of Darwinian evolution and what it can reveal about the past, Richard Dawkins shows how the body, behavior, and genes of every living creature can be read as a book--an archive of the worlds of its ancestors. In the future, a zoologist presented with a hitherto unknown animal will be able to decode its ancestral history, to read its unique "book of the dead." Such readings are already uncovering the remarkable ways animals overcome obstacles, adapt to their environments, and, again and again, develop remarkably similar ways of solving life's problems. From the author of The Selfish Gene comes a revolutionary, richly illustrated book that unlocks the door to a past more vivid, nuanced, and fascinating than anything we have seen.
Why Whales Sing
Reconceives whale songs as a sophisticated sonar system, revealing incredible insights into these creatures' intelligence and behavior.With breathtaking complexity and haunting beauty, the songs of whales have long fascinated scientists. Whales are the only mammals that can sing continuously for ten hours or more, changing the unique songs they sing every year. In Why Whales Sing, bioacoustician and cognitive scientist Eduardo Mercado transforms our understanding of these enigmatic sounds and proposes a groundbreaking theory that challenges decades of established science. Fifty years of field research have led most scientists to conclude that humpback whales sing for the same reason that birds do: to advertise their sexual fitness. But if whale songs are nothing more than tools of attraction, why do whales sing even when they're alone and there are no listeners nearby? In light of modern advances in neuroscience and ocean acoustics, Mercado reaches the surprising conclusion that whales may not actually be "singing," but rather engaging in an activity more commonly associated with dolphins and bats--echolocating--which enables them to see their world with sound. By incessantly streaming sounds while listening closely to the returning echoes, whales may be actively tuning their brains in ways that allow them to monitor the movements of silent whales located miles away.Sophisticated, long-range sonar can enable whales to perceive their vast underwater worlds in unimaginable ways. From the military origins of whale song recordings to the persistent mysteries of cetacean communication, this book displays the wonder of whales and reshapes how we view their intelligence, behavior, and acoustic mastery.
Theoretical and Computational Polymers Science
The study of polymers has been central to numerous scientific and technological advancements over the past several decades. The primary aim of this reprint is to present, in a concise format, recent developments in polymer theory and its applications, as contributed by experts actively engaged in the study of polymer phenomena across condensed matter physics, chemistry, biology, and engineering. The contributions emphasize theoretical and simulation-based approaches to polymers in complex environments, whether as individual chains or in multi-polymer systems such as melts. The applications span a wide range of materials, including block copolymers, polymer brushes, thermoplastic resins, carbon fiber-reinforced resins, gels, rubbers, cross-linked polyethylene, polyelectrolytes, and proteins.
Aspergillus flavus and Aflatoxins (3rd Edition)
Aspergillus flavus and its carcinogenic secondary metabolites, aflatoxins, not only cause serious economic losses but also threaten human and animal health. This Special Issue focuses on recent research progress related to Aspergillus flavus and aflatoxins. Of the included papers, three reviews cover the effects of AFB1 on intestinal microbiota and the intestinal health of monogastric animals, the decontamination of Aspergillus spp. and aflatoxin with atmospheric cold plasma, and aflatoxin residues in chicken products. Herein, it is reported that the chitin deacetylase homologous gene cda impacts development and aflatoxin synthesis in A. flavus. Two included papers highlight methods employed for aflatoxin determination. This Special Issue not only includes methods for the control of aflatoxins but also several aflatoxin detoxifying methods. A particular focus is placed on the mechanistic effects of aflatoxins on the host. Fundamental and applied research on A. flavus and aflatoxins is not only of particular interest but also crucial for reducing economic losses.
Human Brain Responses and Functional Brain Networks across the Lifespan
Diversity of Marine Fungi as a Source of Bioactive Natural Products, 2nd Edition
Life in Sync
Why we need to reconnect with nature's biological rhythms--and rediscover the benefits of a good night's sleep All of life is profoundly shaped by the daily, monthly, and yearly cycles of our planet, and all creatures have internal timekeeping systems that rely on cues from the surrounding environment. With modern technology, we are changing our environments--and by proxy, the ecosystems around us--to override these innate rhythms of life. But at what cost? Life in Sync reveals how Earth's rotations shape our biology, what human sleep cycles looked like before the advent of artificial light, and why technology can't free us from the constraints of our circadian clocks. Philippa Gander explores the science behind the biological rhythms that animate us and our world, blending captivating storytelling with illuminating examples ranging from migratory birds and hibernating squirrels to jet-lagged pilots and astronauts in space. She shows how genetic circadian clocks are an ancient evolutionary adaptation that we share with all life on the planet, and how our rapidly expanding use of artificial light at night disrupts the time cues for entire ecosystems. Gander explains why cutting back on sleep adversely affects our well-being, safety, and longevity, and how breakthroughs in sleep science offer solutions to bring our lives more in harmony with nature's rhythms. An astonishing journey of scientific discovery, Life in Sync unlocks the mysteries of biological time--and offers new perspectives for anyone who has ever given up a good night's sleep for the sake of their hectic waking hours.
Antibiotic Resistance in Acinetobacter and Associated Treatment Strategies
Development of New Optical Techniques and Methods for Basic Biology and Biomedical Applications
Dietary Strategies for Prevention of Geriatric Diseases and Exploring the Mechanism of Aging
