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EMS in Crime Scene: Role of Medical Emergency Teams in Forensic Cases addresses the different settings that occur in pre-hospital environments, along with the medical-forensic relevance surrounding evidence preservation. The book identifies the main difficulties in this subject to promote proper intervention. The main role of EMS will always be medical assistance, but it is also their job to ensure their safety, the safety of the victim and the protection of the local scene. This means of preserving evidence, even though it is an ancillary activity and is not meant to compromise care of the victim, is an important role of EMS. The objective of preserving where a crime has occurred is, from the outset, to keep the environment as unchanged as possible, that is, not to move and/or subtract objects from their original position (even if it is a firearm) and not to add elements that were not present at the scene, such as shoe trail marks, earth, hair strands, cigarette butts, etc. Presents how to identify and preserve a crime sceneCovers how to avoid contaminating the victim or crime scene evidenceReviews how to document the facts in a way that protects both the victim and the medical emergency team

Actin Cytoskeleton in Cancer Progression and Metastasis - Part C, Volume 358 in the International Review of Cell and Molecular Biology series, provides an overview of the roles of the actin cytoskeleton and some of its key structural regulators, including WASp, Paxillin, Myosin, Testin, L-Plastin and profilin, in central processes underlying cancer progression and metastasis, such as changes in cell morphology and gene expression, acquisition of migratory and invasive capabilities, and evasion from the immune response. New chapters cover Actin isoforms in cancer, Actin cytoskeleton regulators at invadopodia, Cytoskeletal Mechanics Drives Heterogeneity in Epithelial Ovarian Cancer, and more.Provides comprehensive and timely reviews on actin cytoskeleton and its regulators in cancer biologyOffers a wide range of perspectives for basic and translational researchDiscusses opportunities and challenges for translating knowledge of tumor cell actin cytoskeleton into clinical applications

Advances in Cancer Research, Volume 150, the latest release in this ongoing series, covers the relationship(s) between autophagy and senescence, how they are defined, and the influence of these cellular responses on tumor dormancy and disease recurrence. Specific sections in this new release include Autophagy and senescence, converging roles in pathophysiology, Cellular senescence and tumor promotion: role of the unfolded protein response, autophagy and senescence in cancer stem cells, Targeting the stress support network regulated by autophagy and senescence for cancer treatment, Autophagy and PTEN in DNA damage-induced senescence, mTOR as a senescence manipulation target: A forked road, and more.Addresses the relationship between autophagy and senescence in cancer therapyCovers autophagy and senescence in tumor dormancyExplores autophagy and senescence in disease recurrence

Applications of Multi-Criteria Decision-Making Theories in Healthcare and Biomedical Engineering contains several practical applications on how decision-making theory could be used in solving problems relating to the selection of best alternatives. The book focuses on assisting decision-makers (government, organizations, companies, general public, etc.) in making the best and most appropriate decision when confronted with multiple alternatives. The purpose of the analytical MCDM techniques is to support decision makers under uncertainty and conflicting criteria while making logical decisions. The knowledge of the alternatives of the real-life problems, properties of their parameters, and the priority given to the parameters have a great effect on consequences in decision-making. In this book, the application of MCDM has been provided for the real-life problems in health and biomedical engineering issues. Provides a comprehensive analysis and application multi-criteria decision-making methodsPresents detail information about MCDM and their usageCovers state-of-the-art MCDM methods and offers applications of MCDM for health and biomedical engineering purposes

The Natural Language for Artificial Intelligence presents the biological and logical structure typical of human language in its dynamic mediating process between reality and the human mind. The book explains linguistic functioning in the dynamic process of human cognition when forming meaning. After that, an approach to artificial intelligence (AI) is outlined, which works with a more restricted concept of natural language that leads to flaws and ambiguities. Subsequently, the characteristics of natural language and patterns of how it behaves in different branches of science are revealed to indicate ways to improve the development of AI in specific fields of science. A brief description of the universal structure of language is also presented as an algorithmic model to be followed in the development of AI. Since AI aims to imitate the process of the human mind, the book shows how the cross-fertilization between natural language and AI should be done using the logical-axiomatic structure of natural language adjusted to the logical-mathematical processes of the machine.Presents a comprehensive approach to natural language and its inherent and complex dynamicsDevelops language content as the next frontier, identifying the universal structure of language as a common structure that appears in both AI and cognitive computingExplains the standard structure present in cognition and AI, making them interchangeableOffers examples of the application of the universal language model in image analysis and conventional language

Stereochemistry and Organic Reactions: Conformation, Configuration, Stereoelectronic Effects and Asymmetric Synthesis provides coverage on the stereochemistry of reactions of all mechanistic types, ranging from ionic, pericyclic and transition metal-catalyzed to radical and photochemical. Chapters cover acyclic molecules, cyclic molecules, the stereochemistry of organic reactions, the perturbation molecular orbital theory for the origin of stereoelectronic effects, and an introduction to the principles of stereoselectivity and hierarchical levels of asymmetric synthesis. Each chapter includes problems that reinforce main themes, making it valuable to students, teachers and researchers working in organic, biological and medicinal chemistry, as well as biologists, pharmacologists, polymer chemists and chemists.Presents a holistic and unified approach to stereochemical understanding and predictions, covering reactions of all mechanistic classesIncludes two background chapters on perturbation theory and stereoselective principles, along with asymmetric designsFeatures novel rules and mnemonics to delineate product stereochemistryIncludes up-to-date coverage with over 1300 selective references

Taxus - a genus of coniferous trees or shrubs known as yews, in the family Taxaceae - is the source plant of anti-cancer drug Paclitaxel and its biosynthetic precursors, analogs and derivatives, and has been studied for decadesfor its pharmacological potential. There are many endemic Taxus species in China and internationally. Gaps are still present, however, in knowledge about the genomics, epigenomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, metabolomics and bioinformatics/cheminformatics of Taxaceae/Cephalotaxus and their associated microbes. In turn, systems biology and various omics technologies will take on a growing scientific role in the coming decades. Taxaceae and Cephalotaxaceae accounts for the biodiversity and chemodiversity of these medicinal plants, examining and synthesising existing research into their biology, chemistry and pharmacotherapy. The title examines how pharmacophylogeny allows sustainable conservation and exploitation, presents how these plants work from the chemical level upward, and examines associated microbe compounds, towards new chemical entity design and development for improved treatments. Six chapters present a summary of biological and biochemical research of Taxaceae plants; progress in mining their chemodiversity; mining pharmacotherapy utility from their chemodiversity and biodiversity; drug metabolism and pharmacokinetic diversity of their medicinal compounds; mining pharmacotherapy utility from associated microbes; the biodiversity, chemodiversity and pharmacotherapy of Cephalotaxus medicinal plants; and of Amentotaxus, Pseudotaxus and Torreya medicinal plants. The book envisages that multiple omics platforms and advanced systems biology will allow further exploration of Taxaceae and Cephalotaxaceae, streamlining the future drug supply chain. Pictures the biodiversity and chemodiversity of Taxaceae/Cephalotaxus medicinal plantsConsiders how a pharmacophylogeny framework can benefit conservation and sustainable exploitation of these plantsPresents how Taxaceae/Cephalotaxus work from the chemical level upwardDetails the polypharmacology of these plants and associated microbe compounds in relation to pharmaceutical design and developmentBrings the reader up to date on the biology, chemistry and pharmacotherapy of Taxaceae/Cephalotaxus?medicinal plants

Methods in Enzymology, Volume 650 continues the legacy of this premier serial with quality chapters authored by leaders in the field. Chapters in this new release include Biophysical methods to study lanthanide-protein interactions, Genetically encoded sensors to study lanthanide biology, Spectrophotometric methods to determine the stability constants of lanthanide-macromolecule complexes, Lanthanide-based probes for amino acid modifications, In vitro selection and application of lanthanide-dependent DNAzymes, LRET biosensors for imaging protein interactions in living cells, Synthetic Modeling of the Structure and Function of the Lanthanide-Dependent, MDH Cofactor, EPR spectroscopy of lanthanides, Macromolecular crystallography for f-element complex characterization, and much more.Provides the authority and expertise of leading contributors from an international board of authorsPresents the latest release in the Methods in Enzymology series

Advances in Modeling and Simulation in Textile Engineering: New Concepts, Methods, and Applications explains the advanced principles and techniques that can be used to solve textile engineering problems using numerical modeling and simulation. The book draws on innovative research and industry practice to explain methods for the modeling of all of these processes, helping readers apply computational power to more areas of textile engineering. Experimental results are presented and linked closely to processes and methods of implementation. Diverse concepts such as heat transfer, fluid dynamics, three-dimensional motion, and multi-phase flow are addressed. Finally, tools, theoretical principles, and numerical models are extensively covered. Textile engineering involves complex processes which are not easily expressed numerically or simulated, such as fiber motion simulation, yarn to fiber formation, melt spinning technology, optimization of yarn production, textile machinery design and optimization, and modeling of textile/fabric reinforcements. Provides new approaches and techniques to simulate a wide range of textile processes from geometry to manufacturingIncludes coverage of detailed mathematical methods for textiles, including neural networks, genetic algorithms, and the finite element methodAddresses modeling techniques for many different phenomena, including heat transfer, fluid dynamics and multi-phase flow

Hardware Accelerator Systems for Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Volume 122 delves into artificial Intelligence and the growth it has seen with the advent of Deep Neural Networks (DNNs) and Machine Learning. Updates in this release include chapters on Hardware accelerator systems for artificial intelligence and machine learning, Introduction to Hardware Accelerator Systems for Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Deep Learning with GPUs, Edge Computing Optimization of Deep Learning Models for Specialized Tensor Processing Architectures, Architecture of NPU for DNN, Hardware Architecture for Convolutional Neural Network for Image Processing, FPGA based Neural Network Accelerators, and much more.Updates on new information on the architecture of GPU, NPU and DNNDiscusses In-memory computing, Machine intelligence and Quantum computingIncludes sections on Hardware Accelerator Systems to improve processing efficiency and performance

Emerging Technologies and Biological Systems for Biogas Upgrading systematically summarizes the fundamental principles and the state-of-the-art of biogas cleaning and upgrading technologies, with special emphasis on biological processes for carbon dioxide (CO2), hydrogen sulfide (H2S), siloxane, and hydrocarbon removal. After analyzing the global scenario of biogas production, upgrading and utilization, this book discusses the integration of methanation processes to power-to-gas systems for methane (CH4) production and physiochemical upgrading technologies, such as chemical absorption, water scrubbing, pressure swing adsorption and the use of membranes. It then explores more recent and sustainable upgrading technologies, such as photosynthetic processes using algae, hydrogen-mediated microbial techniques, electrochemical, bioelectrochemical, and cryogenic approaches. H2S removal with biofilters is also covered, as well as removal of siloxanes through polymerization, peroxidation, biological degradation and gas-liquid absorption. The authors also thoroughly consider issues of mass transfer limitation in biomethanation from waste gas, biogas upgrading and life cycle assessment of upgrading technologies, techno-economic aspects, challenges for upscaling, and future trends. Providing specific information on biogas upgrading technology, and focusing on the most recent developments, Emerging Technologies and Biological Systems for Biogas Upgrading is a unique resource for researchers, engineers, and graduate students in the field of biogas production and utilization, including waste-to-energy and power-to-gas. It is also useful for entrepreneurs, consultants, and decision-makers in governmental agencies in the fields of sustainable energy, environmental protection, greenhouse gas emissions and climate change, and strategic planning. Explores all major technologies for biogas upgrading through physiochemical, biological, and electrochemical processes Discusses CO2, H2S, and siloxane removal techniques Provides a systematical approach to discuss technologies, including challenges to gas-liquid mass transfer, life cycle assessment, technoeconomic implications, upscaling and systems integration

Stress Tolerance in Horticultural Crops: Challenges and Mitigation Strategies explores concepts, strategies and recent advancements in the area of abiotic stress tolerance in horticultural crops, highlighting the latest advances in molecular breeding, genome sequencing and functional genomics approaches. Further sections present specific insights on different aspects of abiotic stress tolerance from classical breeding, hybrid breeding, speed breeding, epigenetics, gene/quantitative trait loci (QTL) mapping, transgenics, physiological and biochemical approaches to OMICS approaches, including functional genomics, proteomics and genomics assisted breeding. Due to constantly changing environmental conditions, abiotic stress such as high temperature, salinity and drought are being understood as an imminent threat to horticultural crops, including their detrimental effects on plant growth, development, reproduction, and ultimately, on yield. This book offers a comprehensive resource on new developments that is ideal for anyone working in the field of abiotic stress management in horticultural crops, including researchers, students and educators.Describes advances in whole genome and next generation sequencing approaches for breeding climate smart horticultural cropsDetails advanced germplasm tolerance to abiotic stresses screened in the recent past and their performanceIncludes advancements in OMICS approaches in horticultural crops

Carcinogen-Driven Mouse Models of Oncogenesis, Volume 163 contains a series of protocols written by world-leading experts in the field. Each manuscript provides a detailed methodological description to drive carcinogen-mediated oncogenesis in mice. Chapters in this new release include Chemical carcinogenesis in mice as a model of human cancer: Pros and cons, MPA/DMBA-driven mammary carcinomas, Dimethylbenz(a)anthracene-Induced Mammary Tumorigenesis in mice, Urethane-induced lung carcinogenesis, Methylcholanthrene-induced fibrosarcomas, BBN-driven bladder carcinomas, Oral squamous cell carcinomas driven by 4NQO, Analyzing skin tumor development in mice by the DMBA/TPA model, and much more. Other sections cover DSS/AOM-driven colorectal carcinomas, Diethylnitrosamine-induced liver tumorigenesis in mice, Two-stage 3-methylcholanthrene and butylated hydroxytoluene-induced lung carcinogenesis in mice, Lung carcinomas induced by NNK and LPS, Pristane-induced mammary carcinomas, The 4-NQO mouse model: an update on a well-established in vivo model of oral carcinogenesis, and more. Provides protocols provided by renowned experts in the fieldPresents detailed descriptions of protocols, hence allowing appropriate reproduction of the modelsIncludes author notes for each protocol, covering useful tips and troubleshooting

Bioenergy Resources and Technologies presents advanced approaches and applications of bioenergy resources, with a strong focus on environmental sustainability. Chapters on the applications of bioenergy, the implementation of bioenergy as an alternative fuel, and future energy security make this an invaluable and unique resource to further advance the field. This book provides new information and novel techniques across a variety of bioenergy applications, with the book''s authors addressing key uses for bioenergy resources as an alternative fuel. Various case studies and examples help demonstrate meaning and provide additional clarity. Social and economic aspects are included for each technology discussed, along with a number of research works and their findings in a diverse mix of areas including energy, environmental science, biotechnology, chemical engineering and mechanical engineering. Researchers and professionals in these disciplines will gain knowledge on the underlying concepts, technologies, fuel applications and solutions to global environmental issues using bioenergy resources.Presents technical and social issues surrounding the latest bioenergy technologiesExplores solutions to global sustainability goals through bioenergy applications and the future of energy securityIncludes experimental investigations of engine performance, emissions and combustion phenomena using different types of oxygenated fuel

Web Semantics strengthen the description of web resources to exploit them better and make them more meaningful for both humans and machines, thereby contributing to the development of a knowledgeintensive data web. The world is experiencing the movement of concept from data to knowledge and the movement of web from document model to data model. The underlying idea is making the data machine understandable and processable. In the light of these trends, conciliation of Semantic and the Web is of paramount importance for further progress in the area. Web Semantics: Cutting Edge and Future Directions in Healthcare describes the three major components of the study of Semantic Web, namely Representation, Reasoning, and Security with a special focus on the healthcare domain. This book summarizes the trends and current research advances in web semantics, emphasizing the existing tools and techniques, methodologies, and research solutions. It provides easily comprehensible information on Web Semantics including semantics for data and semantics for services.Presents a comprehensive examination of the emerging research in areas of the semantic web, including ontological engineering, semantic annotation, reasoning and intelligent processing, semantic search paradigms, semantic web mining, and semantic sentiment analysisHelps readers understand key concepts in semantic web applications for biomedical engineering and healthcare, including mapping disparate knowledge bases, security issues, multilingual semantic web, and integrating databases with knowledge basesIncludes coverage of key application areas of the semantic web, including clinical decision-making, biodiversity science, interactive healthcare, intelligent agent systems, decision support systems, and clinical natural language processing

Environmental Management of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment illustrates the socioeconomic, technical and environmental perspectives of WEEE, allowing for a better understanding on how to manage this rapidly growing waste stream. The book addresses discharge of WEEE into ecosystems, occupational exposure to hazardous components of WEEE, and loss of recoverable resources, bridging the gap between community and waste management. By providing in-depth analysis and step-by-step descriptions of environmental strategies and procedures for managing electrical and electronic waste, this book is a valuable resource for environmental scientists, environmental engineers, and waste management professionals to achieve sustainability in WEEE. Presents the latest knowledge on the origin, identification and adverse effects of WEEE on humans and ecosystemsOffers up-to-date analysis on environmental management tools, such as LCA, health risk, legalization, and policies for sustainable solutions for Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)Includes details and analysis of the novel approaches proposed in recent years for resource recovery from WEEE

Modern techniques to produce nanoparticles, nanomaterials, and nanocomposites are based on approaches that frequently involve high costs, inefficiencies, and negative environmental impacts. As such, there has been a real drive to develop and apply approaches that are more efficient and benign. The Handbook of Greener Synthesis of Nanomaterials and Compounds provides a comprehensive review of developments in this field, combining foundational green and nano-chemistry with the key information researchers need to assess, select and apply the most appropriate green synthesis approaches to their own work. Volume 2: Synthesis at the Macroscale and Nanoscale explores synthesis at different scales. Beginning with a selection of chapters discussing a range of macroscale topics, the book goes on to explore such important areas as metal nanoparticle synthesis, biogenic synthesis, and synthesis of enzymes. Further chapters explore the role of Metal Organic Frameworks in greener synthesis, synthesis from renewable sources, and impacts of nanomaterials synthesized by greener methods. Discusses the synthesis of widely different groups of chemical compounds and distinct materials Reviews synthesis at both the macro and nanoscales, including information on metal-organic frameworks, carbon dots and ionic liquids Provides examples of applications to support learning and guide implementation of theory in practice

Physics of Nuclear Reactors presents a comprehensive analysis of nuclear reactor physics. Editors P. Mohanakrishnan, Om Pal Singh, and Kannan Umasankari and a team of expert contributors combine their knowledge to guide the reader through a toolkit of methods for solving transport equations, understanding the physics of reactor design principles, and developing reactor safety strategies. The inclusion of experimental and operational reactor physics makes this a unique reference for those working and researching nuclear power and the fuel cycle in existing power generation sites and experimental facilities. The book also includes radiation physics, shielding techniques and an analysis of shield design, neutron monitoring and core operations. Those involved in the development and operation of nuclear reactors and the fuel cycle will gain a thorough understanding of all elements of nuclear reactor physics, thus enabling them to apply the analysis and solution methods provided to their own work and research. This book looks to future reactors in development and analyzes their status and challenges before providing possible worked-through solutions. Cover image: Kaiga Atomic Power Station Units 1 - 4, Karnataka, India. In 2018, Unit 1 of the Kaiga Station surpassed the world record of continuous operation, at 962 days. Image courtesy of DAE, India. Includes methods for solving neutron transport problems, nuclear cross-section data and solutions of transport theoryDedicates a chapter to reactor safety that covers mitigation, probabilistic safety assessment and uncertainty analysisCovers experimental and operational physics with details on noise analysis and failed fuel detection

Tinnitus - An Interdisciplinary Approach Towards Individualized Treatment: Towards Understanding the Complexity of Tinnitus, Volume 262, the latest release in the Progress in Brain Research series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters on current topics such as Cochlear implantation for patients with tinnitus - a systematic review, Event Related Potentials to Assess the Tinnitus complaint during drug treatment, The difference in post-stimulus suppression between residual inhibition and forward masking, Sleep, sleep apnea and tinnitus, A Bayesian brain in imbalance: medial, lateral and descending pathways in tinnitus and pain, Tinnitus features according to caffeine consumption, and much more.Provides the authority and expertise of leading contributors from an international board of authorsPresents the latest release in the Progress in Brain Research seriesIncludes the latest information on Tinnitus and its complexity

Principles of Dielectric Logging Theory covers the theory of dielectric logging - from first principles to development of new tools - for those involved in the design, development and interpretation of dielectric logging. Dielectric logging has recently experienced a revival in the oil and gas industry and is now considered a preferred method for estimating the saturation of reservoirs. Topics covered in this book include the use of dielectric tools in different types of fields, interpretation methods, the Maxwell phenomena, and how to develop new dielectric tools for future use. Users will find this book includes enough detail that newcomers, seasoned professionals and researchers find it useful.Covers both the theory and applications of dielectric loggingProvides comprehensive guidance on how to develop dielectric toolsExplains what physically takes place in the presence of a dielectric probe

Handbook of Computational Intelligence in Biomedical Engineering and Healthcare helps readers analyze and conduct advanced research in specialty healthcare applications surrounding oncology, genomics and genetic data, ontologies construction, bio-memetic systems, biomedical electronics, protein structure prediction, and biomedical data analysis. The book provides the reader with a comprehensive guide to advanced computational intelligence, spanning deep learning, fuzzy logic, connectionist systems, evolutionary computation, cellular automata, self-organizing systems, soft computing, and hybrid intelligent systems in biomedical and healthcare applications. Sections focus on important biomedical engineering applications, including biosensors, enzyme immobilization techniques, immuno-assays, and nanomaterials for biosensors and other biomedical techniques. Other sections cover gene-based solutions and applications through computational intelligence techniques and the impact of nonlinear/unstructured data on experimental analysis.Presents a comprehensive handbook that covers an Introduction to Computational Intelligence in Biomedical Engineering and Healthcare, Computational Intelligence Techniques, and Advanced and Emerging Techniques in Computational IntelligenceHelps readers analyze and do advanced research in specialty healthcare applicationsIncludes links to websites, videos, articles and other online content to expand and support primary learning objectives

Handbook of Decision Support Systems for Neurological Disorders provides readers with complete coverage of advanced computer-aided diagnosis systems for neurological disorders. While computer-aided decision support systems for different medical imaging modalities are available, this is the first book to solely concentrate on decision support systems for neurological disorders. Due to the increase in the prevalence of diseases such as Alzheimer, Parkinson''s and Dementia, this book will have significant importance in the medical field. Topics discussed include recent computational approaches, different types of neurological disorders, deep convolution neural networks, generative adversarial networks, auto encoders, recurrent neural networks, and modified/hybrid artificial neural networks.Includes applications of computer intelligence and decision support systems for the diagnosis and analysis of a variety of neurological disordersPresents in-depth, technical coverage of computer-aided systems for tumor image classification, Alzheimer''s disease detection, dementia detection using deep belief neural networks, and morphological approaches for stroke detectionCovers disease diagnosis for cerebral palsy using auto-encoder approaches, contrast enhancement for performance enhanced diagnosis systems, autism detection using fuzzy logic systems, and autism detection using generative adversarial networksWritten by engineers to help engineers, computer scientists, researchers and clinicians understand the technology and applications of decision support systems for neurological disorders

Microbiome Stimulants for Crops: Mechanisms and Applications provides the latest developments in the real-world development and application of these crop management alternatives in a cost-effective, yield protective way. Sections address questions of research, development and application, with insights into recent legislative efforts in Europe and the United States. The book includes valuable information regarding mechanisms and the practical information needed to support the growing microbial inoculant and biostimulant industry, thus helping focus scientific research in new directions.Provides methods for finding and testing endophytic and growth promotional microbesExplains the mechanisms of microbes and other biostimulant function in promoting plant growthEvaluates methods for treatments of plants with microbes and microbiome stimulantsIdentifies areas for new research

The series Advances in Stem Cell Biology is a timely and expansive collection of comprehensive information and new discoveries in the field of stem cell biology. Stem Cells in Organs, Volume 5 discusses the possible origins and consequences of stem cells differences between distinct organs. The volume teaches the reader about the organ specific stem cells and how these stem cells will interlace with the other mature cells present in the organs. This book will provide an overview on our knowledge of stem cell subtypes in different organs such as: the pancreas, lungs, bone marrow, skeletal muscle, the testis, stomach and more. The volume is written for researchers and scientists in stem cell therapy, cell biology, regenerative medicine and organ transplantation; and is contributed by world-renowned authors in the field. Provides overview of the fast-moving field of stem cell biology and function, regenerative medicine and therapeuticsCovers the following organs: pancreas, lungs, bone marrow, skeletal muscle, stomach and moreContributed by world-renown experts in the field

Nanofluids for Heat and Mass Transfer: Fundamentals, Sustainable Manufacturing and Applications presents the latest on the performance of nanofluids in heat transfer systems. Dr. Bharat Bhanvase investigates characterization techniques and the various properties of nanofluids to analyze their efficiency and abilities in a variety of settings. The book moves through a presentation of the fundamentals of synthesis and nanofluid characterization to various properties and applications. Aimed at academics and researchers focused on heat transfer in energy and engineering disciplines, this book considers sustainable manufacturing processes within newer energy harvesting technologies to serve as an authoritative and well-rounded reference. Highlights the major elements of nanofluids as an energy harvesting fluid, including their preparation methods, characterization techniques, properties and applications Includes valuable findings and insights from numerical and computational studies Provides nanofluid researchers with research inspiration to discover new applications and further develop technologies

Advanced Welding and Deforming explains the background theory, working principles, technical specifications, and latest developments on a wide range of advanced welding-joining and deforming techniques. The book''s subject matter covers manufacturing, with chapters specifically addressing remanufacturing and 3D printing applications. Drawing on experts in both academia and industry, coverage addresses theoretical developments as well as practical improvements from R&D. By presenting over 35 important processes, from plasma arc welding to nano-joining and hybrid friction stir welding, this is the most complete guide to this field available. This unique guide will allow readers to compare the characteristics of different processes, understand how they work, and create parameters for their effective implementation. As part of a 4 volume set entitled Handbooks in Advanced Manufacturing, this series also includes volumes on Advanced Machining and Finishing, Additive Manufacturing and Surface Treatment, and Sustainable Manufacturing Processes.Provides theory, operational parameters, and the latest developments in over 35 different processesAddresses new welding technologies such as additive manufacturing using wire and arc, as well as the latest developments in more traditional applicationsIntroduces basic concepts in welding, joining and deformation in three introductory chapters, thus helping readers with a range of backgrounds engage with the subject matter

Modern techniques to produce nanoparticles, nanomaterials, and nanocomposites are based on approaches that frequently involve high costs, inefficiencies, and negative environmental impacts. As such, there has been a real drive to develop and apply approaches that are more efficient and benign. The Handbook of Greener Synthesis of Nanomaterials and Compounds provides a comprehensive review of developments in this field, combining foundational green and nano-chemistry with the key information researchers need to assess, select and apply the most appropriate green synthesis approaches to their own work. Volume 1: Fundamental Principles and Methods provides a clear introduction to the fundamentals of green synthesis that places synthesis in the context of green chemistry. Beginning with a discussion of key greener physical and chemical methods for synthesis, including ultrasound, microwave and mechanochemistry methods, the book goes on to explore biological methods, including biosynthesis, green nanoformation, and virus-assisted methods. Discusses synthesis in the context of the principles of green chemistry Highlights both traditional and innovative technologies for the synthesis of nanomaterials and related composites under green chemistry conditions Reflects on the current and potential applications of natural products chemistry in synthesis

The Complex Interplay Between Gut-Brain, Gut-Liver, and Liver-Brain Axes provides current and wide-ranging knowledge on the field of gastrointestinal, liver and brain interactions. Sections introduce the pathophysiology of the gut-brain connection, including interactions in gastrointestinal and psychiatric/neurological disorders, the pathophysiology of the gut-liver connection, including the role of serotonin and its pathways in gastrointestinal disorders, the interactions between gut-microbiota and liver in chronic liver diseases, and the role of serotonin and its pathways in hepatic fibrogenesis. Finally, the pathophysiology of the liver-brain connection is described, including the role of gut-microbiota in hepatic encephalopathy and dietary and therapeutic interventions. Provides current and wide-ranging knowledge in the field of gastrointestinal, liver and brain interactionsResolves important clinical issues concerning gut, liver and brain interactionsDemonstrates advances in our understanding of the pathophysiology of gastrointestinal and liver diseases

Materials processing using explosion, shock-wave and high-strain-rate phenomena was developed after WWII, and these explosive forming and welding techniques have since been adopted as an accepted industrial technology. Such extremely high-rate phenomena historically used empirical experiences while the experimental conditions were not well documented due to the difficulties inherent in understanding the real response or behaviour of materials. Based upon the recent development of numerical techniques for analysis and the enriched data available on the behaviour of materials, it is now possible to predict such high-rate phenomena based upon numerical and experimental approaches including optical observation. Explosion, Shock-wave and High-strain-rate Phenomena of Advanced Materials demonstrates the deformation of various materials at high-rate based upon numerical analysis and supported by experimental evidence. The book is recommended for researchers and engineers who would like to learn more about the high-rate effect of materials and those who need to resolve multi-physics problems based on numerical approach. It is also ideal for researchers and engineers interested with explosive and other high-rate processing of materials.Presents numerical techniques on the analysis and enriched data on the behavior of materials based upon a numerical approachProvides case studies to illustrate the various methods discussedIncludes mechanical response at high-rates of porous materials

Cyclospora and Cyclosporiasis: Epidemiology, Diagnosis, Detection, and Control reviews 22 species of Cyclospora and discusses Cyclospora cayetanensis infection in humans. The book provides comprehensive coverage on their taxonomy and biology, molecular characteristics, and transmission of the parasite, providing researchers, clinicians, public health, and food safety officials with basic data on the epidemiology of the Cyclospora spp. or Cyclospora cayetanensis, along with strategies to monitor large-scale outbreaks. Sections also cover clinical symptoms, diagnostic methods, means of treatment and prevention, hazards, common means of transmission, and self-protection measures. Provides the taxonomy of 22 species of Cyclospora (including two newly identified Cyclospora species)Covers the scenarios and characteristics of recent epidemics in the world, susceptible populations, and risk factors in transmission Summarizes recent developments in detection methods of Cyclospora spp. or Cyclospora cayetanensis in humans, animals and the environment