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Fatty Acids - From Biosynthesis to Human Health discusses how fatty acids are associated with various diseases and health conditions, such as cardiovascular disease, cancer, inflammation, autoimmune diseases, and metabolic disorders. Nutrition, fatty acid, and therapeutic recommendations are provided for individuals with certain diseases and health conditions and for those interested in decreasing the risk factors for chronic diseases. This book also covers biosynthesis and processing of fatty acids, which address human health and environmental concerns.

Type 1 diabetes is a complex and challenging health condition that affects up to 2% percent of the global population. This book provides a comprehensive overview of this chronic clinical entity, focusing on causes, development, and management. It includes nine chapters that address such topics as managing diabetes using insulin and medical devices such as pens and pumps, how lifestyle affects diabetes, biomarkers for the disease, and much more.

Animal genetics is a field of science with important theoretical and practical significance in finding the answers for the actual problems of mankind. We hope that the readers will discover some new facts regarding the relationship between plasma proteins and boar semen freezability, the importance of some behavioral factors that affect reproduction in horses, and also an important chapter regarding the use of genetically modified organisms for the repopulation of species of commercial importance in aquatic environments, their effect on the genetic pool, risks to protected areas, and policies for their proper management.

This book includes fourteen chapters on photocatalysis. It provides a thorough overview of the latest research on photocatalysts and examines recent trends in the field. Chapters address such topics as metal-organic frameworks, semiconductors, self¿cleaning coatings and surfaces, the use of ¿green¿ agents to fabricate materials, fabrication of advanced nanocomposites for the production of hydrogen, bifunctional catalysts for metal-air batteries, and much more.

Sustainability is an approach increasingly being used by more and more organizations in the pursuit of a circular economy. Sustainability cannot be achieved without risk management. As such, this book discusses the risk management process, which is integral to meeting organizational objectives. Chapters address such topics as risk analysis, risk management models, communication and leadership, managing risk in different countries and industries, and much more. The book examines innovative approaches that meet the needs of risk management, sustainability, and leadership.

Phytotherapy is attracting increased interest for several reasons. It differs from medical procedures in that it uses the whole herb, although there is often only one component of the plant that works effectively to manage the problem. Plants contain many natural chemicals or phytochemicals that interact with the active ingredient and help prevent any side effects. Medicinal herbs and spices are investigated for their suitability in daily diets for maintaining general wellness or preventing disease. In the past decade, natural health products, dietary supplements, foods with added value, or nutraceuticals have emerged due to the increasing demand for non-pharmaceutical healthcare products. Medical herbs and spices are potential sources for developing new, effective, and safe ingredients to capture a rapidly expanding opportunity in global marketplaces. This book presents up-to-date information on the chemical, pharmacological, and nutritional uses of medicinal herbs and spices in folk medicine, pharmaceuticals, the food industry, veterinary practice, and gastronomy.

This book offers a comprehensive overview of recent trends in viral outbreaks, covering general concepts of immunobiology of infections, viral outbreaks, pathology, virology, viral genomics, viromes, and antiviral pharmacology. It also discusses current clinical recommendations for managing various viral diseases, highlighting ongoing issues, recent advances, and future directions in diagnostic approaches and therapeutic strategies. The book focuses on various aspects and properties of viral outbreaks, whose in-depth understanding is crucial to protect humanity from further losses of resources and economies due to viral diseases. It provides an overview of recent developments in the detection, monitoring, treatment, and control of several viral diseases that have caused recent epidemics or pandemics.

Food processing, preservation, and packaging is a highly interdisciplinary science. Various techniques and technologies have been developed to extend food shelf life, minimize the risk of contamination, protect the environment, and improve foods¿ functional, sensory, and nutritional properties. Some of the many benefits of food processing, preservation, and packaging include increased food safety, improved nutrition, longer shelf life, and increased economic opportunities. In addition, food processing and preservation help to reduce post-harvest losses. Developing novel food processing, preservation, and packaging technologies is critical to preserving food quality, improving sensory characteristics, and reducing losses. At present, there is a great emphasis on developing novel biobased and intelligent packaging technologies that are safe for food and reduce environmental pollution. This book provides a comprehensive overview of food processing and preservation packaging to tackle the challenges of food safety, nutritional security, and sustainability. Chapters address such topics as edible packaging materials, intelligent packaging materials, nanotechnology for enhancing the shelf life of food products, advanced food packaging systems, green materials for food packaging, antimicrobial packaging materials, food drying technologies, methods of food processing, food analysis using acoustic and thermal methods, food formulations, and functional foods. This volume is a useful resource for students, researchers, and food processing preservation professionals. It highlights advances in food processing and packaging systems to increase food quality and preserve food longer without generating waste.

Malaria remains a leading cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Children in Africa and selected regions of Asia and Southern America are especially widely affected. Written by expert research teams, this book describes different aspects of the epidemiology, pathobiology, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of malaria. Chapters highlight current research as well as the gold standards for diagnosis and treatment of the disease, examining recent advances, remaining pitfalls, and novel ideas about prophylaxis and therapy.

The use of experimental animals is quite common in medical research, especially for pharmaceutical developments and molecular pathway studies. Considering the effects of therapeutic agents used in the treatment of tissues and systems, it becomes clear how important experimental animals and the models developed on them are in research. The benefits of using animals for disease models include accessibility, applicability, and affordability. Most importantly, they have proven to be successful in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of many diseases. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the use of animal models for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, hepatotoxicity, liver fibrosis/cirrhosis, visceral hyperalgesia, female reproduction, and more.

Cerebral palsy is a debilitating disease that affects the everyday life of patients and their caregivers. Understanding its pathophysiology, preventing avoidable factors, and effectively treating the disease with the most appropriate approach is paramount in the management of patients with cerebral palsy. This book presents up-to-date information about the etiology, pathophysiology, social aspects, and optimum care and treatment alternatives of this chronic condition.

A thin film is a layer of material ranging from fractions of a nanometer to several micrometers in thickness. Thin films have been employed in many applications to provide surfaces that possess specific optical, electronic, chemical, mechanical and thermal properties. Through ten chapters consisting of original research studies and literature reviews written by experts from the international scientific community, this book covers the deposition and application of thin films.

The Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) has probably been the most important disease to emerge in the 21st century. This viral zoonotic disease has been a significant cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide, but with a higher impact in low- and middle-income countries of Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Up to December 4, 2022, more than 645,195,564 cases had been reported globally, with 6,640,845 deaths, and more than 13,054,668,703 doses of a vaccine had been given. Research has been of the utmost importance in the COVID-19 crisis: a great deal of knowledge was gathered between December 2019 and December 2022. Appropriate evidence-based management and the development of safe and effective vaccines have been key to controlling the virus. This book presents a selection of the last two years¿ learning from research and clinical practice concerning SARS-CoV-2/COVID-19.

The complexities of consumer behavior call for comprehensive and detailed analytical studies. The need for both businesses and academics across the world to understand the behavior of consumers in crisis situations has been clearly illustrated by the Covid pandemic. A New Era of Consumer Behavior - In and Beyond the Pandemic presents research on both theoretical and practical aspects of this topic in three sections: ¿Digital Shifts in Consumer Behavior¿, ¿Digitalization of Consumer Behavior in the Tourism Sector¿ and ¿Consumer Protection and Sustainability¿.

Glioblastoma (GBM) is a common and aggressive brain cancer with features of necrosis and endothelial proliferation in the histopathologic examination. Its presentation and management depend on tumor location, size, grade, and underlying histopathological characteristics. GBM tumors have clinical features of increased intracranial pressure, focal neurological deficits, or seizures (generalized or partial) with rapid progression. This book discusses GBM and its diagnosis, treatment, and management.

Agriculture is vitally important to humanity. Climate change, environmental pollution, global warming, and the COVID-19 pandemic have highlighted the importance of food safety and food security. This book discusses sustainable agriculture and its importance in combatting the adverse effects of climate change and meeting the world¿s food demand. And essentially the technologies to be used for CE to prevent climate change should be ¿common property of humanity¿. This may be a new paradigm, but the real issue is the future of the earth and ensuring the continuity of sustainable life. It is a fact that the creation of such a culture of sharing will serve all the SDGs put forward by the UN.

The book contemplates different ways of approaching the conservation and development of tropical biomes. The chapters analyze biodiversity and highlight ecosystem services as a fundamental element for the conservation and eco-development of tropical forests. Chapter authors propose the involvement of country institutions in conservation efforts and present studies on the ecology, flora, and vegetation of tropical ecosystems.

Sewage management refers to the process of collecting, treating, and disposing of the millions of gallons of wastewater produced daily by households, industries, and commercial establishments. It is vital to treat and dispose of this wastewater appropriately to safeguard public health and the environment. The objective of sewage management is to decrease the number of pollutants in wastewater before it is discharged into water bodies or reused for other purposes. Sewage management is a crucial element of modern society, yet it is frequently disregarded or taken for granted. This book offers a comprehensive overview of the various aspects of sewage management, covering the basics of wastewater treatment and disposal, and the various technologies and processes involved in sewage treatment. Additionally, the book provides case studies of successful sewage management practices from around the world, highlighting best practices and innovative solutions. It is hoped that this e-book will serve as a valuable resource for anyone seeking to better understand this critical aspect of modern society.

Elasticity is the ability of a material body to return to its original shape and size after the removal of a deforming force. The performance of materials can be defined according to their physical characteristics: stiffness, strength, hardness, ductility, and toughness. The elasticity of materials can be predicted by computational simulations and/or measured in laboratory experiments. This book is divided into two sections: ¿Simulations and Modeling¿ and ¿Characterization¿. In particular, seven relevant topics and their applications are considered: theory, simulation, characterization, composites, single crystals, nanoindentation, and dielectric elastomers. Examples are provided of the elasticity of materials including composites, single crystals, auxetics, and dielectric elastomers. The book provides important practical skills and will be useful for postgraduate and higher-level science and engineering students.

A mycorrhizae is a symbiotic relationship between plants and fungi. Mycorrhizal fungi play important roles in plant root systems and soil biology and chemistry. Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi in Agriculture - New Insights provides a comprehensive overview of arbuscular mycorrhizae. It is divided into three sections: ¿The Role of Mycorrhizae Fungi in Plant Growth¿, ¿The Effect of Mycorrhizae on Plant Nutrition and Protection¿ and ¿Mycorrhizae Biology and Development¿. Chapters provide a better understanding of these fungi, their application and management, and their effects on different types of plants.

The development of science and technology in recent decades has enabled IVF methods to occupy a leading place in the treatment of infertility. This book introduces some modern infertility treatment methods that are part of IVF technologies, focusing on clinical practice. Topics discussed include semen analysis, ovarian stimulation, and basic methods applied in the IVF laboratory. The book also addresses diagnostics and treatment of the immunological factor of infertility as well as the relationship between infertility and reproductive age. This book will increase readers¿ knowledge and understanding of the treatment of infertility using in vitro technologies.

In mathematics and science, a nonlinear system is a system in which the change of the output is not proportional to the change of input. Nonlinear control systems, which are among the new technologies most widely used in many fields such as economic management, industrial production, technology research and development, ecological prevention and control, are at the core of worldwide automation control technology. In contrast to linear control systems, the nonlinear control system has the characteristics of a data model: stability, zero-input system response, self-excited oscillation or limit cycle, and a more complex structure, increasing the difficulty of its theoretical analysis and technical development. Nonlinear systems are common phenomena in real life and as such cannot be ignored. Analysis and research of nonlinear systems are therefore important, and researchers need to clarify their characteristics, explore scientific and effective application measures, and finally enhance their control quality. This book comprehensively investigates the main principles, core mechanisms, typical problems, and relevant solutions involved in nonlinear systems. In general, this book aims to provide advanced research on nonlinear systems and control schemes for researchers and engineers working in related fields, and thus promote future study in this research area.

This book is a collection of chapters on happiness and well-being. It includes contributions from scientists from all over the world, who present different, multifaceted, dialectically open perspectives and sensitivities regarding happiness. The authors discuss happiness and well-being from biological, biopsychosocial, anthropological, and philosophical points of view.

The book Human-Robot Interaction - Perspectives and Applications highlights the latest developments and obstacles in the field of human-machine interaction, including collaborative and humanoid robots, symbiosis between humans and robots, human-human collaboration, and robotics. Human-robot interaction has immense potential in areas like healthcare, education, manufacturing, military, and space exploration. This volume consists of several chapters that explore various topics such as the use of robotic wheelchairs, deep neural networks for robot grasp recognition, materials and sensors required for human-robot interaction, the use of drone technology in agriculture, healthcare robots in smart hospitals, and more.

This edited volume, Social Work ¿ Perspectives on Leadership and Organisation, presents a variety of perspectives and reflections from social work theories and practice on how to manage, lead and organize social work in different parts of the world. The authors share their experiences and knowledge from a variety of perspectives, focusing on education, practice, user participation, leading social work with responsibility for handling different ethical dilemmas, and organizing a sustainable and healthy work-life for both staff members and their clients. Global collaboration enables reflection on social work leadership and organization from different professional perspectives and organizational levels. The book addresses students, politicians, lecturers and researchers, practitioners, users, relatives and others who are interested in social work and want to improve their understanding of social work leadership and organization from an international perspective.

This book illuminates the various aspects of Escherichia coli, including its pathotypes, virulence factors, and antimicrobial resistance. It also presents new insights into the scientometric analysis of the E. coli knowledge landscape, novel molecular diagnostic platforms, novel antimicrobial agents, and E. coli-based DNA amplification-expression technology for the automatic assembly of concatemeric open reading frames and proteins.

Dengue Fever in a One Health Perspective - Latest Research and Recent Advances presents studies on dengue fever (DF) and dengue virus (DENV) that discuss eco-epidemiology, physiopathology, and new biotechnological tools to fight against this important disease in the context of the World Health Organization¿s One Health strategy. The book is organized into five sections: ¿Epidemiological Aspects¿, ¿Environmental Aspects¿, ¿Pathogenicity¿, ¿Diagnosis and Treatment¿ and ¿Management Strategies¿. The chapters address topics such as DF prevalence and management in a Chinese county, the risk of DF in American children younger than 15 years, the silent transmission of DENV by asymptomatic individuals, the use of X-ray and ultrasound to identify severe DF cases, gene-silencing techniques to investigate biological aspects of DF, viral genomic surveillance to promote early intervention in DF epidemics, and much more.

Advances in 3D Printing presents an overview of various types of advances in 3D printing. It discusses current research trends, problems, and applications of 3D printing processes and materials. The book also discusses advances in bioprinting, tissue generation, radiotherapy, and safety issues in health care. It showcases applications of 3D printing in digital design, body part surrogates, rheological models, airway stents, 3D-printed cermets, and more. It also discusses advances in biomimetic nanocomposite materials, intellectual property concerns, and safety issues in 3D printing technology.

Plants, fruits, and vegetables contain antioxidants that can be used as nutraceuticals or pharmaceuticals due to their perceived ability to reduce the risk of developing certain chronic diseases. This book includes thirteen chapters that discuss potential sources of new antioxidants from the fruits of South America and the flora of African countries, how to improve the production of antioxidants and methods to ensure the quality of antioxidants from fresh fruits and vegetables.

Contemporary leadership scholars have been challenged by the need to develop well-educated citizens capable of tackling climate change and social and environmental sustainability. Across the levels of education, leadership has been applied largely to strategic and governance contexts. That is, dominant models of leadership comprise position-based leadership (e.g., principal leadership) and strategic leadership (e.g., school leadership and distributed leadership). There is an opportunity to better understand how educational leaders emerge, the styles and approaches best suited to influencing in educational settings, and the contextual leadership factors that educational leaders ought to be aware of. This book unpacks these practical issues from a conceptual lens. Likewise, domains of sustainable leadership are also underdeveloped, with a need to better enumerate the ways in which individuals assume leadership roles, sense-make, and co-construct solutions to social and environmental sustainability issues. The focus of this book is on enabling space for scholars to apply leadership theory and theorize alternatives to 21st-century sustainability matters.