Advanced Topics in Biomaterials – serie

Nanotechnology in Medicine and Biology brings together a multidisciplinary team of experts from the fields of materials science, nanotechnology, medicine and biomedical engineering to introduce new nanoscale biomaterials and their applications, diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the human body. The book presents the fundamentals for understanding the design, properties and selection of nanobiomaterials as well as their real-world applications in medicine. Each chapter addresses current regulations, manufacturing processes, and translation issues of nanobiomaterials for key applications. A discussion of current protocols and their benefits and disadvantages is also included.

This book provides comprehensive background and knowledge in the field of nanobiomaterials that is suitable for academics, scientists and clinicians.

Provides fundamental understanding on the design, properties and selection of biomaterials for applications in medicine and biology Reviews current regulations, protocols, manufacturing processes and translation issues of nanobiomaterials for medical applications Discusses tissue repair, wound healing, regenerative medicine, drug delivery, imaging and medical device applications

Musculoskeletal Tissue Engineering introduces the fundamental concepts and translational applications of musculoskeletal tissue engineering, in combination with emerging technologies and materials. Sections discuss Tissues and Technologies, covering a range of musculoskeletal tissues, including bone, cartilage, ligament and more. Each chapter in this section details core tissue engineering principles specific to each tissue type. Next, a Technologies section looks at the range of biomaterials used in musculoskeletal tissue engineering, focusing on biocompatibility of materials and interactions at the material-tissue interface. Other chapters cover nanotechnology, 3D printing, gene therapy, tissue chips, and more.

This book offers an advanced reference text for researchers in biomedical engineering, materials science and regenerative medicine.

Details various materials and cutting-edge technologies for musculoskeletal tissue engineering Covers a range of musculoskeletal tissues, including bone, cartilage, ligament, tendon, meniscus, and more Provides a balance between basic concepts and translational applications for a broad audience

An applied understanding of functional analysis is essential for students pursuing research or careers in pure mathematics, applied mathematics, mathematical physics, and engineering, among other disciplines.Functional Analysis: Theory and Applications offers a comprehensive exploration of functional analysis. Authored by esteemed mathematicians with extensive expertise in the field, this book thoroughly introduces fundamental concepts in functional analysis, including Banach spaces, Hilbert spaces, operator theory, nonlinear analysis, linear operators, and normed spaces, and implements these in real-world problems across various scientific and engineering disciplines.The book's rigorous mathematical treatment is combined with worked examples, exercises and solutions, visual aids, application case studies, and future directions across all chapters to reinforce learning, while appendices offer supplementary materials, proofs of theorems, and tables of important results, among other resources.Offers a comprehensive introduction to functional analysis, essential for students pursuing research or careers in pure mathematics, applied mathematics, mathematical physics, and engineering, among other disciplinesFeatures worked examples, exercises and solutions, visual aids, application case studies, and future directions across all chapters to reinforce learningIntroduces and applies core frameworks in functional analysis, from Banach spaces to Hilbert spaces, operator theory, nonlinear analysis, linear operators, and normed spacesIncludes a solutions manual, PowerPoint lecture slides, a test bank, and supplementary reading list on supporting instructor and companion websites to aid learning and teaching

System-Based Solutions for Environmental Health Risk Analyses: Contaminant Exposure Assessment and Metric Calculation focuses on the critical aspects of exposure assessment and metric calculation in environmental health risk analyses. With a systematic and interdisciplinary approach, this book provides valuable insights and practical guidance for integrating earth, environmental, and engineering science data into exposure metrics. This book offers a blueprint for standardizing the design and critical review of risk assessment studies, ensuring consistency and reliability in assessing and quantifying risks associated with contaminants. Drawing on real-world applications and the expertise of various disciplines, this resource equips readers with the tools and knowledge necessary to navigate the complexities of exposure assessment and metric calculation, ultimately contributing to improved risk management and decision-making in environmental health contexts.Provides a ready reference for matching reader’s risk assessment project(s) by scenario and contaminant to stepwise instructions on design and implementation of a system-based exposure metricServes as a guiding principle in epidemiological risk analysis in replication of assessment methods across different study populations in order to validate estimates of riskEmphasizes a system-based approach to environmental health risk analysis to ensure a holistic understanding of the complexities involved in exposure assessment and metric calculation

"The Neurobiology of Psychiatric Disorders" provides a conceptually innovative framework to understand psychiatric disorders including autism spectrum disorders, schizophrenia, intellectual disability, bipolar disorder, and ADHD. This book will allow readers to learn diverse mechanistic bases of psychiatric disorders causally associated with genetic variants. Because rare genetic variants have unprecedentedly high levels of penetrance for psychiatric disorders, this book provides reliable genetic links and their mechanistic substrates, thereby providing the starting points of precision medicine.. Explores diverse mechanistic bases of psychiatric disorders causally associated with genetic variants . Offers a multidisciplinary approach, allowing the reader to incorporate precision medicine . Introduces innovative framework to understand psychiatric disorders including autism spectrum disorders, schizophrenia and more

Bioremediation as a Greener Solution for Marine Plastic Pollutants provides a comprehensive understanding of marine microplastic pollution while also exploring bioremediation as a sustainable solution. The book covers essential knowledge about marine microplastics, examines various bioremediation techniques, and highlights successful case studies. Authored by various experts from around the world, this book discusses the benefits, challenges, and future prospects of integrating bioremediation into sustainable practices. It emphasizes the collaborative efforts required for widespread adoption, including policy development, public awareness, and continuous research.Designed to be accessible to researchers and students interested in addressing the increasing threat of marine microplastic pollution, this guide is a valuable resource for those committed to environmental sustainability.Includes over 20 global case studies that highlight the innovative use of bioremediation strategiesContains up-to-date information on bioremediation technologies, from design to recycling and resource recoveryOffers a user-friendly guidebook, providing clear instructions and guidance for early career researchers and students