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    Agricultural Research for Sustainable Food Systems in Sri Lanka : Volume 1: A Historical Perspective (2020)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Agriculture Economic aspects. ; Power resources. ; Food science. ; Sustainability. ; Agriculture. ; Agricultural Economics. ; Natural Resource and Energy Economics. ; Food Science. ; Sustainability.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Food systems in Sri Lanka: components, evolution, challenges and opportunities -- Chapter 2. Nutrition transition in Sri Lanka: a meta-analysis of the nutrition profile -- Chapter 3. Cascaded tank-village system: present status and prospects -- Chapter 4. Soil survey, classification and mapping in Sri Lanka – past, present and future -- Chapter 5. Milestones in the history of rice improvement in Sri Lanka -- Chapter 6. Vegetable breeding in Sri Lanka in retrospect -- Chapter 7. Genetic improvement for sustainability of coconut production: the Sri Lankan experience -- Chapter 8. Breaking the mould: pave the way for future cereals -- Chapter 9. Recent developments in vegetable production technologies in Sri Lanka -- Chapter 10. Input intensification in food crops production and food security -- Chapter 11. A cross section of century-long experiences in entomological research in crop sectors: directions for future research -- Chapter 12. Animal feed production in Sri Lanka: past present and future -- Chapter 13. Livestock and poultry to assure sustainability in the food system -- Chapter 14. Fisheries sector contribution for sustainable food system: past, present and future -- Chapter 15. Evolution of agricultural extension system in Sri Lanka -- Chapter 16. Performance and potential of agricultural insurance: global and Sri Lankan perspectives -- Chapter 17. Agricultural research for sustainable food systems – recommendations with special reference to Sri Lanka.
    Abstract: A food system comprises the entire range of actors and interlinked activities related to food production, processing, distribution, marketing and trade, preparation, consumption, and disposal. When a food system operates without compromising the needs of future generations, it is considered to be a “Sustainable Food System.” The present-day food systems in Sri Lanka are diverse, and the natural and physical environment, infrastructure, institutions, society and culture, and policies and regulations within which the food systems operate, as well as the technologies employed, have shaped their outcomes. Agricultural research is a key factor in terms of innovation and technological advances. Innovation has been the main driver of food systems’ transformation over the past few decades and will be critical to addressing the needs of a rapidly growing population in a context of climate change and scarcity of natural resources. In addition, agricultural research must help meet the rising demand for food at affordable prices. Comprising 17 chapters written by specialist(s) in their respective subject-areas, this Contributed Volume on “Agricultural Research for Sustainable Food Systems in Sri Lanka: A Historical Perspective” shares the scientific knowledge accumulated by the National Agricultural Research System of Sri Lanka, including universities, and offers recommendations on how to make food systems more sustainable in order to address the current needs of Sri Lankan society. It presents perspectives on four key thematic areas, namely: (i) Crop and animal production, management, and improvement, (ii) Agro-product processing technologies, (iii) Natural resource management, and (iv) Socio-economic development and agri-business management.
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    Pages: XIX, 394 p. 63 illus., 60 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9789811521522
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-2152-2
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-15-2152-2
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    Genetic Methods and Tools for Managing Crop Pests (2022)
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    Keywords: Plant diseases. ; Agriculture. ; Agricultural genome mapping. ; Agricultural biotechnology. ; Genetics. ; Plant Pathology. ; Agriculture. ; Agricultural Genetics. ; Agricultural Biotechnology. ; Genetics and Genomics.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Newer Genetic Tools, Techniques, Vectors, Promoters and Molecular Markers for Genetic Engineering of Herbivorous Insects -- Chapter 2.Innovative Molecular Approaches for Pest Management -- Chapter 3. Modern Molecular Tools for Insect Diagnostics -- Chapter 4. Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and IOT in Pest Management -- Chapter 5. Genetic Tools for Integrated Management of Pests on Honey Bees in the Tropics -- Chapter 6. Genetics and Genomics of Bombyx mori L -- Chapter 7. Enhancing Genetic Efficiency of natural Enemies of Crop Pests -- Chapter 8. Application of Genetic Engineering Technologies to Manage Crop Pests and Diseases in Vietnam -- Chapter 9. Advances, Prospects and Limitations of Genetic Tools for Pest Management Strategies in Sri Lanka -- Chapter 10. Management of Pests Using Genetic Tools in Africa -- Chapter 11. Genetic Tools for the Management of Phytophagous Mites -- Chapter 12. Management of Potato Cyst Nematode (Globodera sp.) Using Biotechnological Approaches -- Chapter 13.Genetic and Molecular Approaches for Management of Potato Viral Diseases and their Vectors. Chapter 14. Genetic variation and Molecular ools for the Management of Brinjal Shoot and Fruit Borer Leucinodes orbonalis Guenée (Lepidoptera: Crambidae) -- Chapter 15. Management of Noctuid Pests using Genetic Tools -- Chapter 16. Genetics and Management of Pest Fruit Flies -- Chapter 17. Molecular Insights into Wing Polymorphism and Migration Patterns of Planthoppers -- Chapter 18. Genetic Engineering Technologies for Management of Crambid Pests -- Chapter 19.Intervention of Modern Genetic Tools for Managing Insect Pests of Fruit Crops -- Chapter 20.Advanced Molecular Diagnostic Tools for Longhorn Beetles -- Chapter 21.Molecular Characterization and Genetic Interventions in an Invasive Spiralling Whitefly Aleurodicus dispersus Russell -- Chapter 22.Recent Genetic Tools for the Management of Stored Product Pests -- Chapter 23.Genetic Tools for Insecticide Resistance Management -- Chapter 24.Genetic improvement of pigeon-pea(Cajanus cajan(L.) Millsp.) and Insect Resistance: strategies and achievements -- Chapter 25.Bruchid Resistance Studies in Blackgram Using Molecular Tools -- Chapter 26.Inducing Insect Resistance in Sesame by Innovative Genetic Manipulation using Mutagens -- Chapter 27.Advances in Insect Resistance Breeding Against Brown Planthopper and Gallmidge in Rice -- Chapter 28.Adoption of Molecular Tools for Combatting the Arthropod Pests.
    Abstract: This contributed volume aims at bringing together all the genetic engineering tools for managing various types of crop pests. The main focus of this book is to explore the application of these tools in pest management. Major pest groups covered in this book are insects, mites and nematodes. The first section covers all major genetic tools and molecular approaches. The second section deals with genetic tools for of beneficial containing three chapters involving honey bees, silkworms and natural enemies. Next section deals with genetic interactions against pests in diverse geographical regions with special focus on Africa, Vietnam and Sri Lanka. Sections four and five addresses diverse aspects as management of pests, genetic behavior, gene expression, plasticity, pathways and interactions and options for mitigation of pests. It serves as a useful resource for professionals in the fields of entomology, agronomy, horticulture, ecology, and environmental sciences, as well as to agricultural producers and plant biotechnologists. .
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    Pages: XXI, 669 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811902642
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-0264-2
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-0264-2
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    Advances in Agricultural and Industrial Microbiology : Volume-2: Applications of Microbes for Sustainable Agriculture and in-silico Strategies (2022)
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    Keywords: Microbiology. ; Agriculture. ; Industrial microbiology. ; Microbiology. ; Agriculture. ; Industrial Microbiology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria for Sustainable Agriculture -- Chapter 2. Plant Microbes Interactions and Its Effect on Crop Productivity -- Chapter 3. Rhizobacterial biostimulants: efficacy in enhanced productivity and sustainable agriculture -- Chapter 4. The Role of Arbuscular Mycorrhiza in Sustainable Agriculture -- Chapter 5. Biocontrol Efficacy of Biomass and Secondary Metabolites of P. fluorescens Against Predominant Pest Affecting Agricultural Fields -- Chapter 6. Exopolysaccharide-producing Azotobacter for bioremediation of heavy metal-contaminated soil -- Chapter 7. Utilization of Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi to boom the Efficiency and Product nature of Horticultural Crops -- Chapter 8. Microbial Remediation of Persistent Agrochemicals -- Chapter 9. Microbes Based Pesticides for Insect Pest Control and Their Management -- Chapter 10. In-silico Tools and Approach of CRISPR Application in Agriculture -- Chapter 11. Application of Bioinformatics in the Plant Pathology Research -- Chapter 12. New Age Genomic Measures for Uncovering Plant-Microbiome Interactions: Tools, Pipelines and Guidance Map for Genomic Data Mining -- Chapter 13. Bioinformatics: A Tool for Sustainable Agriculture -- Chapter 14. Recent Advances in Deep Learning CNN Models for Plant Disease Detection.
    Abstract: This book, the second volume of Advances in Agricultural and Industrial Microbiology is the compilation of modern technologies with scientific advancement in promoting plant growth by rhizobacterial biostimulants, endophytic microbes, and arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi. The volume also highlights the critical roles of soil microbes in the biocontrol of plant pathogens/diseases, bioremediation of toxic agrochemicals, and nitrogen fixation. Agricultural sustainability and environmental management strongly depend on microbial communities. Management of soil fertility is the key aspect that is facilitated by soil microbes and their interactions.The book also has a section focuses on the in-silico approaches and techniques involved in agriculture which enhances the readers’ understandings of plant-pathogen interactions, prediction of pathogenicity, improving variety through CRISPER, and its role in the agroindustry. Additionally, the interventions of ICTs (Information and Communication Technologies) have benefited agricultural stakeholders, i.e., farmers to policymakers, in predicting and combating them. The covered topics of the microbial domain and computational tools have high implications for the researchers, students, faculty, and scientists working on these areas.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: IX, 263 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811696824
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-9682-4
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-16-9682-4
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    Lymphocyte Immunization Therapy (LIT) in Reproductive Failures : New Horizons (2022)
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    Keywords: Immunology. ; Medicine Research. ; Biology Research. ; Gynecology . ; Human physiology. ; Immunology. ; Biomedical Research. ; Gynecology. ; Human Physiology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Part I -- Chapter 1: Introduction -- Chapter 2: Recurrent Pregnancy Loss and Recurrent Implantation Failure -- Chapter 3: Immune System -- Chapter 4: Immunology of Pregnancy (Reproductive Immunology) -- Chapter 5: Diagnosis of Alloimmune factor -- Part II -- Chapter 6: Introduction -- Chapter 7: History of LIT -- Chapter 8: Mechanism of Action of LIT -- Chapter 9: Procedure of LIT -- Chapter 10: Safety of LIT -- Chapter 11: Controversies about LIT – REMIS Study -- Chapter 12: Cochrane Reviews & LIT -- Chapter 13: Recent Meta-analyses & LIT -- Chapter 14: Review of International studies of LIT -- Chapter 15: Case Studies -- Chapter 16: Future of LIT.
    Abstract: Recurrent Miscarriages (RM) & Implantation Failure (IF) have remained an enigma to clinicians and researchers. Even after ruling out all possible causative factors, 50-60% cases still remain “Unexplained’. A majority of these so called “Unexplained” cases are now found to have immunological basis. This book is going into the Immunological aspects of these clinical dilemmas, demystifying the role of Immunology and Immunotherapy in RM and IF. The authors have been working in the field of Reproductive Immunology and Immunotherapy for the last 25 years and they have come out with this book combining the international studies with their own experience. The purpose of writing this book is to provide a comprehensive treatise about Immunotherapy, so that it can become an acceptable modality of treatment in cases where it is needed and is effective. The book discusses the basics in Reproductive Immunology. The immunological changes occurring during pregnancy, the role of Cell mediated Immunity (T cells), Humoral Immunity including cytokines is explained. The normal immunological mechanisms protecting the embryo are highlighted and how these mechanisms are disturbed leading to RM and IF, is also explained. The first and the most discussed method of Immunotherapy is Lymphocyte Immunization Therapy (LIT). The book has given a complete overview of LIT, describing how it created euphoria when it was first introduced, how it gradually went into disrepute and how it is now making a comeback. As the authors have personal experience of LIT, the book gives a detailed and complete information about this active form of immunotherapy. The book has a special section on case studies where the authors have given some clinical case reports (including some of their own), who were treated for immunological factor in RM/IF and were treated with Immunotherapy. These cases can be a useful guide to the readers. The book will be useful not only for undergraduate and postgraduate students but also for clinicians in their practice and for researchers for review of developments in the field.
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    Pages: XVIII, 147 p. 33 illus., 30 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811929601
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-2960-1
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-2960-1
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    Advances in Agri-Food Biotechnology (2020)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Food Microbiology. ; Plant physiology. ; Plant biotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Food Microbiology. ; Plant Physiology. ; Plant Biotechnology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Global Perspective on Agriculture-Food Security and Nutrition -- Chapter 2. Advanced Approaches for Biofortification -- Chapter 3. Biofortification for Nutrient Content and Aroma Enrichment in Rice (Oryza sativa L.) -- Chapter 4. Biofortification in Pulses -- Chapter 5. Biofortification in Vegetables -- Chapter 6. Biofortification in Fruits -- Chapter 7. Transgenic Bio-fortified Crops: Applicability and Challenges -- Chapter 8. Biofortification in Fodder crops -- Chapter 9. Global Scenario of Vitamin Deficiency and Human Health -- Chapter 10. Plant Polyphenols and Gut Bacteria: Role in Obesity-induced Metabolic Endotoxaemia and Inflammation. Chapter 11. Designer Microbes for Nutraceutical Application -- Chapter 12. Nutrigenomics Approaches to Control Metabolic Diseases and Challenges to Personalized Nutritional Intervention -- Chapter 13. Biotechnological Advances for Phytoremediation -- Chapter 14. Diagnostic Tools for Food Safety -- Chapter 15. Nanotechnology for Food: Regulatory Issues and Challenges.Chapter 16. Advances in Edible Fruits Coating Materials -- Chapter 17. Systems Biology Approaches for Food and Health -- Chapter 18. Advances of Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) technologies to enhanced the Biofortifications in crops.
    Abstract: This book presents biotechnological advances and approaches to improving the nutritional value of agri-foods. The respective chapters explore how biotechnology is being used to enhance food production, nutritional quality, food safety and food packaging, and to address postharvest issues. Written and prepared by eminent scientists working in the field of food biotechnology, the book offers authentic, reliable and detailed information on technological advances, fundamental principles, and the applications of recent innovations. Accordingly, it offers a valuable guide for researchers, as well as undergraduate and graduate students in the fields of biotechnology, agriculture and food technology. .
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: IX, 450 p. 64 illus., 63 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9789811528743
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-2874-3
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-15-2874-3
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    Commercial Status of Plant Breeding in India (2020)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Plant biotechnology. ; Plants Development. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Biotechnology. ; Plant Development.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Plant Breeding & Indian Agriculture -- Chapter 2. Plant Breeding & Seed Industry in India -- Chapter 3. Role of Education to Strengthen Plant breeding Capacity -- Chapter 4. Strategies to Strengthen Plant Breeding Status in India.
    Abstract: Plant breeding has the potential to improve quality of life for millions of people, and to harmoniously link agriculture, societies and ecosystems. Global efforts have been made to improve awareness and create a better and brighter future for plant breeding worldwide. Though substantial international research funding is available, and tremendous efforts have been made to achieve food security and sustainability in agriculture, their success can only be ensured when they are complemented by counterparts at the national level. India is ideally poised to reap the benefits of plant breeding by integrating various parameters like adaptation, uncertainty, vulnerability and resilience into agriculture research strategies. Priorities include making agriculture more appealing to young talents, formulating farmer-friendly policies, combining advanced technologies with conventional plant breeding practices, and building the competencies needed to address emerging challenges in agriculture. This book provides an essential overview of modern plant breeding, and demonstrates how education, entrepreneurship training and professional approaches can help transform the image of agriculture from a poor and unattractive domain into a lucrative and business-oriented one. In addition, it presents strategies to help achieve sustainable, accessible and affordable outcomes with breeding programs. The book’s primary goal is to encourage policymakers, academics, private institutions and non-profit organizations to combine their efforts in order to achieve a major transition in plant breeding activities in Asia. Accordingly, it highlights the importance of partnerships and collaborations for making breeding programs more comprehensive and meaningful.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XIII, 127 p. 24 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9789811519062
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-1906-2
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-15-1906-2
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    Temperate Nuts (2023)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Food science. ; Plant biotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Food Science. ; Plant Biotechnology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Global scenario of temperate nuts -- Chapter 2. Nutritional composition of temperate nuts -- Chapter 3. Development and selection of rootstocks -- Chapter 4. Cultivars and genetic improvement -- Chapter 5. Improved propagation techniques in temperate nuts -- Chapter 6. Pollination management -- Chapter 7. Mineral nutrition -- Chapter 8. Plant water relations and Irrigation -- Chapter 9. Canopy architecture -- Chapter 10. Biotechnological interventions for improvement of temperate nuts -- Chapter 11. Organic approaches in temperate nuts -- Chapter 12. Shelf life enhancement -- Chapter 13. Package and storage of temperate nuts -- Chapter 14. Physiological disorders -- Chapter 15. Diseases of temperate nuts -- Chapter 16. Integrated pest management of temperate nuts.
    Abstract: This book focuses on the production technology of temperate nuts. It explores cultivar and plant improvement, development and selection of rootstocks, plant–water relations and irrigation, canopy architecture, and postharvest packaging of nut fruits. It also deals with organic approaches, biotechnological interventions, diseases, and pest management. Contributing authors address nut fruits such as walnut, pecan nut, chestnut, and hazel nut on different recent aspects. The development achieved in the fruit sector is indicative of the fact that there is growing demand of fruit produce. Temperate nuts with health benefits and market acceptability have best sources of fat, fiber, protein, and mineral. They provide dietary fiber, potassium, and a variety of health-protective bioactive compounds. Apart from the health benefits, production of temperate nuts improves the economy of the country as these are very good source of income and employment. In addition, there is wide diversification in the production pattern of nuts globally. Increased production technology such as hybrids, high-yielding selections/ varieties, improved propagation techniques, and increased use of fertilizers and manures have brought spectacular increase in the production of nut fruits. This book is of interest to teachers, scientists, researchers, and scholars. Also, the book serves as additional reading material for undergraduate and postgraduate students of agriculture and horticulture. Horticulture nurseries and orchard industries also find this to be a useful read.
    Type of Medium: Online Resource
    Pages: XIII, 385 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811994975
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-9497-5
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-9497-5
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    Microbial Symbionts and Plant Health: Trends and Applications for Changing Climate (2023)
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    Keywords: Agricultural biotechnology. ; Botany. ; Agriculture. ; Agricultural Biotechnology. ; Plant Science. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1: Global climate perturbations: sustainable microbial mitigation strategies -- Chapter 2: Soil microflora and their interaction with plants under changing climatic scenarios -- Chapter 3: Beneficial microbial consortia and their role in sustainable agriculture under climate change conditions -- Chapter 4: Unfolding the role of beneficial microbes and microbial techniques on improvement of sustainable agriculture under climatic challenges -- Chapter 5: Microbes and their role in alleviation of abiotic and biotic stress tolerance in crop plants -- Chapterb 6: Plant-microbe interaction and their role in mitigation of heat stress -- Chapter 7: Role of soil microbes against abiotic stresses induced oxidative stresses in plants -- Chapter 8: An overview of the multifaceted role of plant growth promoting microorganisms and endophytes in sustainable agriculture: Developments and prospects -- Chapter 9: Plant growth promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR): an indispensable tool for climate resilient crop production -- Chapter 10: Plant endophyte interactions- a driving phenomenon for boosting plant health in the face of climate change -- Chapter 11: Deciphering the role of growth promoting bacterial endophytes in harmonizing plant health -- Chapter 12: Endophytic microbes and their role in plant health -- Chapter 13: Multitrophic Reciprocity of AMF with Plants and Other Soil Microbes in Relation to Biotic Stress -- Chapter 14: Effect of temperature and defence response on the severity of dry root rot disease in chickpea caused by Macrophomina phaseolina -- Chapter 15: Emerging roles of plant growth promoting rhizobacteria in salt stress alleviation: applications in sustainable agriculture -- Chapter 16: Studies on orchidoid mycorrhizae and mycobionts. associated with orchid plants as plant growth promoters and stimulator in seed germination -- Chapter 17: Current status of mycorrhizal biofertilizer in crop improvement and its future prospects -- Chapter 18: New developments in techniques like metagenomics. metaproteomics for isolation. identification. and characterization of microbes from varied environment -- Chapter 19: Mushroom metagenome: tool to unravel interaction network of plant. mycorrhiza and bacteria -- Chapter 20: Extremophile bacterial and archaebacterial population: metagenomics and novel enzyme reserve -- Chapter 21: Microbial nanotechnology: a biocompatible technology for sustainable and green agriculture practice -- Chapter 22: Bacteriophage Assisted Diagnostics and Management of Plant Diseases.
    Abstract: This book provides a comprehensive understanding of the complex relationship between microbial symbionts and plants in the era of climate change. It focuses on the plant microbiome associated with different plant organs like roots, leaves, stems, fruit, and seeds, and showcases their significant role in the enhancement of crop yield and protection in a sustainable manner. Concomitantly, acumens to the most emerging trends in plant microbial research that includes rhizosphere engineering and metagenomics are also covered in this title. The association of microbial symbionts with the host offers a wide advantage in terms of acclimatization to varied environmental conditions. A large number of microbes such as cyanobacteria, PGPR, endophytes, and AMF have been shown to improve plant growth and production under the effect of various abiotic and biotic stresses. These microbial symbionts secrete several secondary metabolites, signaling molecules, and hydrolytic enzymes that play a multifarious role in improving plant growth and yield. Moreover, the symbionts have been known to regulate the host responses at the molecular level. Bioprospecting these microbial symbionts will provide an alternative to the chemical-based fertilizers and pave the path for the development of biofertilizers. The book is a suitable reading material for undergraduate and postgraduate students, researchers, and scientists working in the field of agricultural biotechnology, microbiology, mycology and plant pathology, and allied fields of plant and microbial sciences. The book in this context attempts to provide an integrative and exhaustive study as well as research material that would help the scientific community in wide respect. .
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    Pages: XVIII, 582 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819900305
    Series Statement: Rhizosphere Biology,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-0030-5
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-99-0030-5
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    Microbiological Advancements for Higher Altitude Agro-Ecosystems & Sustainability (2020)
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    Keywords: Medicine Research. ; Biology Research. ; Microbial ecology. ; Biotic communities. ; Agriculture. ; Industrial microbiology. ; Biomedical Research. ; Microbial Ecology. ; Ecosystems. ; Agriculture. ; Industrial Microbiology.
    Abstract: The book explores the challenges and opportunities associated with high-altitude agro-ecosystems and the factors that influence them. It discusses the various indigenous agricultural practices and approaches, as well as the microbiology of mountain & hill agro-ecosystems, providing a comprehensive overview of the various factors that control the microbiome at high altitudes. The contributions examine microbiological advances, such as use of “omics” technologies for hill agriculture and environmental sustainability, and explore the use of nanotechnology for agricultural and environmental sustainability at higher altitudes. The book also describes various aspects of low-temperature microbiology in the context of high-altitude farming and environmental sustainability.
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    Pages: XIII, 491 p. 62 illus., 49 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9789811519024
    Series Statement: Rhizosphere Biology,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-1902-4
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    Reproductive Ecology of Flowering Plants: Patterns and Processes (2020)
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    Keywords: Plant physiology. ; Botanical chemistry. ; Plants Development. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Physiology. ; Plant Biochemistry. ; Plant Development. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1: Reproductive Ecology of Flowering Plants: An Introduction -- Chapter 2: Climate Change and Vegetation Phenology -- Chapter 3: The Pistil: Structure in Relation to its Function -- Chapter 4: Pollen-Pistil Interaction and Fertilization -- Chapter 5: Olfactory Cues as Functional Traits in Plant Reproduction -- Chapter 6: A Snapshot of Evolutionary History of Floral Nectaries across Angiosperm Lineages -- Chapter 7: Floral Symmetry – What it is, How it Forms, and Why it Varies -- Chapter 8: Resource Allocation in Flowering Plants: Concept and Implications -- Chapter 9: Dynamics of Eco-evolutionary Forces in Shaping Dioecy -- Chapter 10: Secondary Pollen Presentation in Flowering Plants -- Chapter 11: Outbreeding in Angiosperms: Floral Architecture and Sexuality -- Chapter 12: Sexual Selection in Angiosperms: Paradox Re-visited -- Chapter 13: Role of Apomixis in Perpetuation of Flowering Plants: Ecological Perspective -- Chapter 14: Biotic Seed Dispersal Mechanisms Of Tropical Rain Forests – Bats, Fishes And Migratory Birds -- Chapter 15: (Trans)gene Flow: Mechanisms, Biosafety Concerns and Mitigation for Containment -- Chapter 16: ‘Global Pollinator Crisis’ and its Impact on Crop Productivity and Sustenance of Plant Diversity.
    Abstract: Sexual reproduction is the predominant mode of perpetuation for flowering plant species. Investigating the reproductive strategies of plants has grown to become a vast area of research and, in crop plants, covers events from flowering to fruit and seed development; in wild species, it extends up to seed dispersal and seedling recruitment. Thus, reproduction determines the extent of yield in crop plants and, in wild plants, also determines the efficacy of recruiting new adults to the population, making this field important both from fundamental and applied plant biology perspectives. Moreover, in light of the growing concerns regarding food and nutritional security for the growing population and preserving biological diversity, reproductive biology of flowering plants has acquired special significance. Extensive studies on various facets of reproduction are being carried out around the world. However, these studies are scattered across research journals and reviews from diverse areas of biology. The present volume covers the whole spectrum of reproductive ecology, from phenology and floral biology, to sexuality and pollination biology/ecology including floral rewards, breeding systems, apomixis and seed dispersal. In turn, transgene flow, its biosafety and mitigation approaches, and the ‘global pollinator crisis’, which has become a major international concern in light of the urgent need to sustain crop yield and biodiversity, are discussed in detail. Given its scope, the book offers a valuable resource for students, teachers and researchers of botany, zoology, ecology, agriculture and forestry, as well as conservation biologists.
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    Pages: XVII, 413 p. 38 illus., 24 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9789811542107
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-4210-7
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    Rice Research for Quality Improvement: Genomics and Genetic Engineering : Volume 1: Breeding Techniques and Abiotic Stress Tolerance (2020)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Cytology. ; Stress (Physiology). ; Genetics. ; Plant biotechnology. ; Plant physiology. ; Agriculture. ; Cellular Stress. ; Genetics and Genomics. ; Plant Biotechnology. ; Plant Physiology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Origin and Evolution of Rice as Domesticated Food Crop -- Chapter 2. Major constraints for global rice production: Changing climate, abiotic and biotic stresses -- Chapter 3. Germplasm and genetic diversity studies in rice for stress response and quality traits -- Chapter 4. Potentiality of wild rice in quality improvement of cultivated rice varieties -- Chapter 5. Improvement of Rice Quality: The New Revolution -- Chapter 6. Sequencing the Rice Genome: Gateway to Agricultural Development -- Chapter 7. Genomics approaches to understand varietal differences in rice species and genotypes with respect to stress response and quality traits -- Chapter 8. Selection and hybridization techniques for stress management and quality improvement in rice -- Chapter 9. Transformation techniques and molecular analysis of transgenic rice -- Chapter 10. New approaches for improving salt stress tolerance in rice -- Chapter 11. Genomics and biotechnological approaches in generating salinity and drought tolerance in rice -- Chapter 12. An integrated approach for drought tolerance improvement in rice -- Chapter 13. Genomics and genetic engineering to develop metal/metalloid stress tolerant rice -- Chapter 14. Potential biotechnological strategies to improve quality and productivity of rice under arsenic stress -- Chapter 15. Genetic engineering: A powerful tool to abrogate the effect of metal/metalloid toxicity in rice -- Chapter 16. Genomics and genetic engineering of rice for tolerance to ozone and anoxia -- Chapter 17. Physiological and genetic basis of submergence tolerance in rice -- Chapter 18. Transgenic rice for survival in nutrient-deficient soil -- Chapter 19. Genetic engineering in rice to survive in nutrient-deficient soil -- Chapter 20. Developing C4 rice for higher photosynthetic efficiency and environmental stress tolerance -- Chapter 21. Rice tolerance to high light intensity and UV radiation: Genomics, breeding and genetic engineering -- Chapter 22. Improving rice tolerance to low and high temperature stress through biotechnological approaches -- Chapter 23. Biotechnological approaches to develop rice tolerance to low and high temperature stress -- Chapter 24. Influence of night temperature on rice yield and quality -- Chapter 25. Rice tolerance to multiple abiotic stress: Genomics and genetic engineering -- Chapter 26. Targeting metabolic pathways for genetic engineering abiotic stress tolerance in rice -- Chapter 27. Targeting phytohormone levels for genetic engineering abiotic stress tolerance in rice -- Chapter 28. The effect of exposure to a combination of stressors on rice productivity and grain yields -- Chapter 29. Rice Grain Quality Traits: Neglected or Less Addressed? -- Chapter 30. Rice grain quality and abiotic stress: Genomics and biotechnological perspectives -- Chapter 31. Increasing rice grain yield under abiotic stresses: mutagenesis, genomics and transgenic approaches.-.
    Abstract: This book focuses on the conventional breeding approach, and on the latest high-throughput genomics tools and genetic engineering / biotechnological interventions used to improve rice quality. It is the first book to exclusively focus on rice as a major food crop and the application of genomics and genetic engineering approaches to achieve enhanced rice quality in terms of tolerance to various abiotic stresses, resistance to biotic stresses, herbicide resistance, nutritional value, photosynthetic performance, nitrogen use efficiency, and grain yield. The range of topics is quite broad and exhaustive, making the book an essential reference guide for researchers and scientists around the globe who are working in the field of rice genomics and biotechnology. In addition, it provides a road map for rice quality improvement that plant breeders and agriculturists can actively consult to achieve better crop production.
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    Pages: XVII, 777 p. 75 illus., 48 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9789811541209
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-4120-9
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-15-4120-9
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    Plant Metal and Metalloid Transporters (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Agriculture. ; Plant molecular biology. ; Botanical chemistry. ; Plant Science. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Molecular Biology. ; Plant Biochemistry.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Plant Metal and Metalloid Transport -- Chapter 2. Heavy Metals: Transport in Plants and their Physiological and Toxicological Effects -- Chapter 3. The Role of ABC Transporter in Metal Tranasport in Plants -- Chapter 4. Cadmium, A Non-Essential Heavy Metal: Uptake, Translocation, Signaling, Detoxification, and Impact on Amino Acid Metabolism -- Chapter 5. Natural Resistance Associated Macrophage Proteins (NRAMP): Functional Significant of Metal Transport in Plants -- Chapter 6. Role of Heavy Metal Atpases in Transport of Cadmium and Zinc in Plants -- Chapter 7. The Versatile Role of Plant Aquaglyceroporins in Metalloid Transport -- Chapter 8. The Multidrug and Toxic Compound Extrusion (MATE) Family in Plants and Their Significance in Metal Transport -- Chapter 9. Molecular Mechanism of Aluminium Tolerance in Plants: An Overview -- Chapter 10. Functional, Structural, and Transport Aspects of ZIP in Plant -- Chapter 11. The Function of HAK as K+ Transporter and AKT as Inward Rectifying Agent in The K+ Channel -- Chapter 12. The Mechanism of Silicon Transport in Plants -- Chapter 13. The Copper Transport Mechanism in Plants -- Chapter 14. Plant Metal Tolerance Proteins: Insight Into their Roles in Metal Transport and Homeostasis for Future Biotechnological Applications -- Chapter 15. Co-Transport Mechanism in Plants for Metals and Metalloids -- Chapter 16. Metal Nanoparticles Implication, Transport, and Detection in Plants -- Chapter 17. Transcription Factors and Metal Stress Signalling in Plants -- Chapter 18. Heavy Metal Transporters, Phytoremediation Potential and Biofortification -- Chapter 19. Phytoremediation and Biofortification: Contrasting Yet Similar Approaches of Manipulating Plant Metal(Loid) Homeostasis for Societal Benefit.
    Abstract: This edited book stands as a one place knowledge hub for plant metal(loid) transporters. The book comprehensively covers holistic aspect of metal(loid) transporters involved in uptake and translocation of essential as well as toxic metal(loid)s. Essential and beneficial metal(loid)s are required in every biological process for normal plant growth and development, however in excess they are toxic. There are toxic metal(loid)s also whose accumulation in plants interferes with normal cellular functioning and hampers growth of plants. Hence, metal(loid) uptake and accumulation in plants is a highly regulated phenomenon involving the role of several transporters, enzymes, metabolites, transcription factors and post translational modifications. The book contains chapters from the experts and the contents of the book are presented in simple language and represented through beautiful and scientifically informative figures and tables. This book is of interest to teachers, researchers, doctoral and graduate students working in the area of plant physiology, environmental biotechnology, plant biotechnology metal(loid) stress, phytoremediation and crop biofortification.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811961038
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-6103-8
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-6103-8
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    Management of Phytonematodes: Recent Advances and Future Challenges (2020)
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    Keywords: Plant diseases. ; Plant physiology. ; Agriculture. ; Botanical chemistry. ; Plant Pathology. ; Plant Physiology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Biochemistry.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Nanobiotechnology driven management of Phytonematodes -- Chapter 2. Bioprospecting compost for long-term control of plant parasitic nematodes -- Chapter 3. Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria (PGPR) based sustainable management of phytoparasitic nematodes: Current understandings and future challenges -- Chapter 4. Organic additives and their role in the phytoparasitic nematodes management -- Chapter 5. Metagenomics insights into interactions between plant nematodes and endophytic microbiome -- Chapter 6. Nanoparticles Synthesis and their application in the management of phytonematodes: An Overview -- Chapter 7. Integrated management of phytopathogenic nematodes infesting mushroom -- Chapter 8. Plant-parasitic nematodes and their biocontrol agents: Current status and future vistas -- Chapter 9. Importance of biopesticides in the sustainable management of plant parasitic nematodes -- Chapter 10. Efficacy of microbial biocontrol agents in integration with other managing methods against phytoparasitic nematodes -- Chapter 11. Role of Trichoderma spp. in the management of plant parasitic nematodes -- Chapter 12. Role of organic additives in the sustainable management of phytoparasitic nematodes -- Chapter 13. Plant-parasitic nematode control: Current progress and challenges -- Chapter 14. Utilization of beneficial microorganisms in sustainable control of phytonematodes -- Chapter 15. Current management strategies for phytoparasitic nematodes -- Chapter 16. Sustainable mmanagement of plant-parasitic nematodes: An overview from conventional practices to modern techniques.
    Abstract: This book illustrates the currently available strategies for managing phytonematodes. It discusses the latest findings on plant-pathogen-microbiome interactions and their impacts on ecosystems, and provides extensive information on the application of microorganisms in the sustainable management of phytonematodes. This is followed by an in-depth discussion of the application of potential strains of biocontrol fungi, endophytes and actinomycetes to enhance plants’ ability to fend off phytonematode attacks, leading to improved plant health. In conclusion, the book addresses new aspects like the biofabrication of nanoparticles and their application in plant disease management, and presents an extensive list for further reading.
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    Pages: X, 399 p. 13 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9789811540875
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-4087-5
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    Autophagy: Biology and Diseases : Clinical Science (2020)
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    Keywords: Medicine Research. ; Biology Research. ; Cytology. ; Medical sciences. ; Pharmacology. ; Biomedical Research. ; Cell Biology. ; Health Sciences. ; Pharmacology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Autophagy and Alzheimer’s Disease -- Autophagy and Parkinson’s Disease -- Autophagy and Motor Neuron Diseases -- Autophagy and Prion Disease -- Autophagy and Lysosome Storage Disorders -- Autophagy and Mitochondrial Encephalomyopathies -- Autophagy and Ischemic Stroke -- Autophagy and Hemorrhagic Stroke -- Autophagy and Polyglutamine Disease -- Autophagy and Epilepsy -- Autophagy in Neurodevelopmental Disorders -- Autophagy and Pituitary Adenoma -- Autophagy in Schizophrenia -- Autophagy and Hypertension -- Autophagy and Myocardial Ischemia -- Autophagy and Heart Failure -- Autophagy, Myocarditis and Cardiomyopathy -- Autophagy, Hyperlipidemia and Atherosclerosis -- Application of Autophagy in Cardiovascular Diseases -- Autophagy and Tumorigenesis -- Autophagy and Tumour Stem Cells -- Autophagy and Tumour Metastasis -- Autophagy and Tumor Cell Death -- Autophagy and Tumour Chemotherapy -- Autophagy and Tumour Radiotherapy -- Autophagy and Inflammatory Diseases -- Autophagy and Immune-related Diseases -- Autophagy and Autoimmune Diseases -- Autophagy and Bacterial Infection -- Autophagy and Viral Infection -- Autophagy and Thyroid Disease -- Autophagy and Obesity and Diabetes -- Autophagy and Obesity-related Reproductive Dysfunction -- Autophagy and Acute Kidney Injury -- Autophagy and Glomerular Diseases -- Autophagy and Diabetic Nephropathy -- Autophagy and Liver Diseases -- Autophagy and Gastrointestinal Diseases -- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and Autophagy -- Autophagy and Pulmonary Fibrosis -- Asthma and Autophagy -- Autophagy and Other respiratory diseases -- Autophagy and Leukemia -- Autophagy and Lymphoma -- Autophagy and Myeloma -- The Function and Mechanisms of Autophagy in Traumatic Brain Injury -- The Function and Mechanisms of Autophagy in Spinal Cord Injury -- The Function and Mechanisms of Autophagy in Trauma of Other Parts of the Body -- The Prospects of Therapeutic Potential and Drug Development Targeting Autophagy in Cancer -- Progress of Anti-aging Drugs Targeting Autophagy -- Drug Development and Treatment of Autophagy in Other Diseases -- Systems Biology Approaches in Autophagy Research -- Natural Product Regulates Autophagy in Cancer -- Regulation of Autophagy in Neurodegenerative Diseases by Natural Products -- Regulation of Autophagy in Cardiovascular Diseases by Natural Products.
    Abstract: This book consists of 3 volumes: Basic Science (Volume 1), Clinical Science (Volume 2) and Technology and Methodology (Volume 3). Volume 2 focuses on the clinical aspects of autophagy research, discussing the role of autophagy in neuropsychiatric disorders, the cardiovascular, immune, digestive and endocrine systems, as well as tumors, infection, the kidney, and the respiratory and hematological systems. It also addresses autophagy-related drug development. Written and edited by a team of 90 experts, and presenting the state of the art in autophagy research, this book is a valuable reference resource for researchers and clinicians alike. It can also be used as supplementary material for graduate students majoring in biology and medicine.
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    Pages: XXXVI, 736 p. 50 illus., 30 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9789811542725
    Series Statement: Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology, 1207
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-4272-5
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    Neural Circuits of Innate Behaviors (2020)
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    Keywords: Neurosciences. ; Medicine Research. ; Biology Research. ; Psychology. ; Neuroscience. ; Biomedical Research. ; Behavioral Sciences and Psychology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1: Neural Circuits Underlying Innate Fear -- Chapter 2: Neurobiology and Neural Circuits of Aggression -- Chapter 3: Neural Regulation of Feeding Behavior -- Chapter 4: Neural Circuits for Reward -- Chapter 5: Neuronal response and behavioral modulation in social interaction -- Chapter 6: Neural circuit mechanisms that underlie parental care -- Chapter 7: Spatial navigation -- Chapter 8: Neural circuits for sleep-wake regulation.
    Abstract: This book summarizes the latest research findings in the neurocircuitry of innate behaviors, covering major topics such as innate fear, aggression, feeding, reward, social interaction, parental care, spatial navigation, and sleep-wake regulation. For decades, humans have been fascinated by wild animals’ instincts, like the annual two-thousand-mile migration of the monarch butterfly in North American, and the “imprint” behavior of newborn birds. Since these instincts are always displayed in stereotypical patterns in most individuals of a given species, the neural circuits processing such behaviors must be genetically hard-wired in the brain. Recently, with the development of modern techniques, including optogenetics, retrograde and anterograde virus tracing, and in vivo calcium imaging, researchers have been able to determine and dissect the specific neural circuits for many innate behaviors by selectively manipulating well-defined cell types in the brain. This book discusses recent advances in the investigation of the neural-circuit mechanisms underlying innate behaviors.
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    Pages: IX, 112 p. 13 illus., 10 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9789811570865
    Series Statement: Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology, 1284
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-7086-5
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-15-7086-5
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    Genetically Modified Crops : Current Status, Prospects and Challenges Volume 1 (2021)
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    Keywords: Plant genetics. ; Plant biotechnology. ; Botanical chemistry. ; Plant physiology. ; Agriculture. ; Biomaterials. ; Nucleic acids. ; Plant Genetics. ; Plant Biotechnology. ; Plant Biochemistry. ; Plant Physiology. ; Agriculture. ; Nucleic Acid.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1.Genetic tinkering of crops for sustainable development – 2020 and Beyond -- Chapter 2.Genetic improvement of rice for food and nutritional security 3.Improvement of wheat (Triticum spp.) through gene manipulation -- Chapter 4. Transgenic finger millet [Eleusine coracana (L.) Gaertn.] for crop improvement -- Chapter 5. Transgenic pigeon pea [Cajanus cajan (L). Millsp.] -- Chapter 6. Genetically engineered chickpea: Potential of an orphan legume to achieve food and nutritional security by 2050 -- Chapter 7. Progress in genetic engineering of cowpea for insect pest and virus resistance -- Chapter 8. Peanut (Arachis hypogaea L.) transgenic plants for abiotic stress tolerance -- Chapter 9. Genetic engineering of sunflower (Helianthus annuus L.) for important agronomic traits -- Chapter 10. Genetic engineering in safflower (Carthamus tinctorius L.): Retrospect and prospect -- Chapter 11. Nutritional value, in vitro regeneration and development of transgenic Cucurbita pepo and C. maxima for stress tolerance: An overview -- Chapter 12. Sugarcane transgenics: Developments and opportunities .
    Abstract: Genetic transformation is a key technology, in which genes are transferred from one organism to another in order to improve agronomic traits and ultimately help humans. However, there is apprehension in some quarters that genetically modified crops may disturb the ecosystem. A number of non-governmental organizations continue to protest against GM crops and foods, despite the fact that many organisms are genetically modified naturally in the course of evolution. In this context, there is a need to educate the public about the importance of GM crops in terms of food and nutritional security. This book provides an overview of various crop plants where genetic transformation has been successfully implemented to improve their agronomically useful traits. It includes information on the gene(s) transferred, the method of gene transfer and the beneficial effects of these gene transfers and agronomic improvements compared to the wild plants. Further, it discusses the commercial prospects of these GM crops as well as the associated challenges. Given its scope, this book is a valuable resource for agricultural and horticultural scientists/experts wanting to explain to the public, politicians and non-governmental organizations the details of GM crops and how they can improve crops and the lives of farmers.
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    Pages: XIII, 265 p. 14 illus., 11 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9789811558979
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-5897-9
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-15-5897-9
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    Microbial Beta Glucanases : Molecular Structure, Functions and Applications (2022)
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    Keywords: Biotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Botany. ; Microbiology. ; Biology Technique. ; Biotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Microbiology. ; Biological Techniques.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1.An Introduction to Beta Glucan and Beta Glucanases -- 2.Industrial Applications of Beta Glucanases -- 3.Microbial Sources of Beta Glucanase Enzymes -- 4.Role of Beta Glucanases in Animal Nutrition -- 5.Betaglucanse in Breweries -- 6. Exploitation of Actinobacteria for Beta Glucanolytic enzymes –Screening and Characterisation -- 7.Structural Characterisation of Beta Glucanase Genes from Actinobacteria -- 8.Application of Codon Optimization in Actinobacterial Beta Glucanases -- 9.Actinobacterial Beta Glucanases: Recombinant Expression of in E. coli -- 10.Purification and Properties of Recombinant Beta Glucanases Enzymes -- 11.Fungal Beta Glucanases -- 12.Industrial Production and Characterisation of Beta Glucanases -- 13.Protein Engineering of Beta Glucanase Enzymes -- 14.Biotechnological Avenues in Hybrid Beta Glucanase Enzyme Production.
    Abstract: This book offers an overview of the current knowledge on beta glucanase enzymes derived from actinobacterial source, their structure, functions and industrial applications. It summarizes the exploitation of actinomycetes, assay methods for beta glucanase screening, structural characterisation, genetic engineering, protein engineering, strategies for purification, characterisation and finally how to synthesize a hybrid enzyme of beta glucanases.Enzyme beta glucanases have considerable interest in industrial biotechnology owing to its distinct effect on the hydrolysis of insoluble beta glucan molecules and applications in particular industrial sectors such as food, feed and beverages industries. The beta glucanases are characterized extensively in microorganisms viz. bacteria, fungi and also in plants. A wide varieties of actinobacterial β- glucanases have exclusively active on β-glucan substrates and cleave the mixed linkage β-glucan chains at different points. This is significant for picking precise substrates for the assay of each type of enzymes within this enzyme groups. The well recognized specificity and mechanism of action within the enormous substrates allow to understand that most of them are varied from cellulases, excluding β-1,4-glucanases. The progress in genetic and protein engineering in actinobacterial beta glucanases improves the stability, activity and thermodynamic properties in relation with industrial relevance. This book will be useful for researchers and students engaged in industrial biotechnology, enzyme production, molecular biology, protein engineering and many more.
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    ISBN: 9789811964664
    Series Statement: Interdisciplinary Biotechnological Advances,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-6466-4
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    Genome Editing in Cardiovascular and Metabolic Diseases (2023)
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    Keywords: Medicine Research. ; Biology Research. ; Metabolism Disorders. ; Genetics. ; Cardiovascular system. ; Physiology. ; Biomedical Research. ; Metabolic Disease. ; Genetics and Genomics. ; Cardiovascular Physiology.
    Description / Table of Contents: An overview of genome editing in cardiovascular and metabolic diseases -- Bioinformatics research methodology of genome editing in cardiovascular and metabolic diseases -- Online databases of genome editing in cardiovascular and metabolic diseases -- Application of systems biology for genome editing involved in regulating of cardiovascular and metabolic diseases -- Bioinformatics for reducing off-targets in cardiovascular and metabolic diseases -- Genome editing and cardiac regeneration -- Genome editing and myocardial development -- Genome editing and heart failure -- Genome editing and pathological cardiac hypertrophy -- Genome editing and cardiac remodeling -- Genome editing and diabetic cardiomyopathy -- Genome editing and cardiac arrhythmias -- Genome editing and atrial fibrillation -- Genome editing and muscle atrophy -- Genome editing and obesity -- Genome editing and fatty liver -- Genome editing and diabetes -- Genome editing and gout -- Genome editing and protein energy malnutrition -- Genome therapy and cardiovascular diseases -- Therapeutics in metabolic diseases -- Gene editing and human iPSCs in cardiovascular and editing diseases -- Prospective advances in genome editing investigation.
    Abstract: This book provides the latest research progress on genome editing in cardiovascular and metabolic diseases and includes bioinformatics research methodology of genome editing. Genome editing is a genetic engineering technique precisely modified specific target genes of organism genome, which has been applied to basic theoretical research and production applications from plants and animals to gene therapy of human beings. Cardiovascular and metabolic diseases have become major factors affecting human health worldwide. This book contains information about bioinformatics, genome editing in cardiovascular diseases, genome editing in metabolic diseases and therapeutic effects. It will be useful for biologist, cardiologist, cardiovascular surgeons, endocrinologist, internists, nurses, undergraduate and graduate students in medicine and cell biology and others interested in cardiovascular and metabolic medicine.
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    Pages: XII, 339 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811956423
    Series Statement: Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology, 1396
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-5642-3
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    Plant Disease Forecasting Systems : Procedure, Application and Prospect (2023)
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    Keywords: Plant diseases. ; Ecology . ; Agriculture. ; Botany. ; Plant Pathology. ; Ecology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. Historic Plant Disease Epidemics -- 2. Epidemic Factors -- 3. Predicting Variables. 4.Criteria to Develop Forecast -- 5. Modeling of Epidemic Dynamic -- 6. Decision Support Systems (DSSs) -- 7. Expert System -- 8. Geographic Information Systems: Web-Based Disease Forecasting -- 9. Decision Support Systems and Expert Systems: A Comparison -- 10. Forecasting in Changed Climate -- 11. Disease Detection: Imaging Technology and Remote Sensing -- 12. Classical Disease Forecasting Systems.
    Abstract: This book focus on creating popularity and interest in modeling, derivation of equations for plant disease forecasting or construction and use of Web-based Expert Systems among plant pathologists. This book covers descriptions of many historic plant disease epidemics, various forecasting systems and methods of their construction, instruments required for study of plant disease epidemics, widely used commercial forecasting systems and present global scenario of forecasting. In the human history plant disease epidemics have brought unsurmountable misery many a times. Still breaking out of epidemic in any time in any part of the world is a stark reality. The panic spraying of chemical pesticides is not a panacea. Only the IPM technology may give relief. This technology if backed by the disease forewarning system may yield the desired results. Hence, an in depth understanding of plant disease forecasting system and its successful implementation may bring the global food security. This title provides a useful background for all students, practitioners, and researchers interested in the field of epidemiology, food security and agriculture sciences. .
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    Pages: XVIII, 126 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819912100
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-1210-0
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    Soil Analysis: Recent Trends and Applications (2020)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Botanical chemistry. ; Biology Technique. ; Soil science. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Biochemistry. ; Biological Techniques. ; Soil Science.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Soil Analysis: A Relook and Way Forward -- Chapter 2. Application of Statistical Techniques in Soil Research -- Chapter 3. Monitoring and impact assessment of climate change on agriculture using advanced research techniques -- Chapter 4. Advancement in Soil Testing with New Age Sensors: Indian Perspective -- Chapter 5. Isotopes and Tracer Techniques for Soil Analysis -- Chapter 6. Protocols for determination and evaluation of organic carbon pools in soils developed under contrasting pedogenic processes and subjected to varying management situations -- Chapter 7. Analytical strategies for arsenic estimation -- Chapter 8. Approach to Study Clay-Organic Complexes -- Chapter 9. Recent trends in soil salinity appraisal and management -- Chapter 10. Modern Sample Preparation Techniques for Pesticide Residues Analysis in Soil -- Chapter 11. Characterization of nanomaterials using different techniques -- Chapter 12. Soil Health Assessment -- Chapter 13. Soil health indicators: Methods and applications -- Chapter 14. Indexing methods of soil quality in agroecosystems- An overview of Indian soils and beyond -- Chapter 15. Nanobiosensors: Recent Developments in Soil Health Assessment -- Chapter 16. Forensic Pedology: From Soil Trace Evidence to Courtroom -- Chapter 17. Harnessing soil microbiomes for creating healthy and functional urban landscapes’.
    Abstract: Soil analysis is critically important in the management of soil-based production systems. In the absence of efficient methods of soil analysis our understanding of soil is pure guesswork. Ideally the pro-active use of laboratory analysis leads to more sustainable soil productivity. Unfortunately, most of the world’s agriculture is still reactionary, waiting for obvious yield declines to occur before taking action to identify the reasons. The modern soil laboratory is pivotal to informing soil managers what adaptive practices are needed to address chemical and physical imbalances before they occur, and the intelligent adaptive use of laboratory data not only greatly speeds up and reduces the cost of empirical soil study, but can even render it unnecessary. This book provides a synopsis of the analytical procedures used for soil analysis, discussing the common physical, chemical and biological analytical methods used in agriculture and horticulture. Written by experienced experts from institutions and laboratories around the globe, it provides insights for a range of users, including those with limited laboratory facilities, and helps students, teachers, soil scientists and laboratory technicians increase their knowledge and skills and select appropriate methods for soil analysis.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9789811520396
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-2039-6
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    Biomedical Translational Research : Technologies for Improving Healthcare (2022)
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    Keywords: Medicine Research. ; Biology Research. ; Cancer. ; Technology Sociological aspects. ; Genomics. ; Biomedical Research. ; Cancer Biology. ; Emerging Technologies. ; Genomics.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Introduction to emerging technologies in biomedical sciences -- Chapter 2. Bioprospecting : boon or curse -- Chapter 3. Growing need for interdisciplinary biomedical research -- Chapter 4. Interplay between theory and experiment : a future approach for biomedical research -- Chapter 5.past, present and future perspectives of biomedical innovation in india -- Chapter 6. Systems biology approaches to study disease comorbidities -- Chapter 7. Bioinformatics the interactome of multidisciplinary approaches -- Chapter 8. Role of artificial intelligence in diagnosis of infectious diseases -- Chapter 9. Dna digital data storage breakthroughs in biomedical research. Chapter 10. Biomedical applications cloud-based iot -- Chapter 11. Next generation sequencing in cancer research -- Chapter 12. Crispr: genome editing and beyond -- Chapter 13. Omics in tuberculosis diagnosis : today and tomorrow -- Chapter 14. Advances in proteomic approaches for chronic kidney disease -- Chapter 15. 3 d bioprinting of tissues and organs : a new paradigm in regenerative medicine and biomedical engineering -- Chapter 16. Virtual planning, rapid prototyping and 3-d printing in orthopedic surgery -- Chapter 17. Tissue chips: contemporary applications and advancementstissue chips: contemporary applications and advancements -- Chapter 18. Flow cytometry for measuring neutrophil function -- Chapter 19. Flow cytometer for understanding genome size variation among medicinal herbs and non-edible oil trees of northeast india -- Chapter 20. Raman spectroscopy applications for bacterial detection -- Chapter 21. Microfluidic point-of-care diagnostic devices: a contemporary relevance. Chapter 22. Fluorescent dots for breast cancer management -- Chapter 23. Molecular mimicry : unravelling the role of autoantibodies in autoimmune diseases and infertility -- Chapter 24. Strategies of vaccine development -- Chapter 25. Preclinical models of intimal hyperplasia and restenosis to predict clinical events and develop novel therapies -- Chapter 26. Sphingolipids : a roadmap from biomarker identification to clinical application -- Chapter 27. Future of gastrointestinal endoscopy -- Chapter 28. Beating heart in a box : the future of cardiac transplant -- Chapter 29. The journey of coronary stent technology -- Chapter 30. Materiovigilance in clinical surgery.
    Abstract: This book, which is the first volume of Biomedical Translational Research, summarizes emerging technologies in healthcare. The book reviews the advancements in biomedical sciences in genomics, immunology, stem cell, tissue engineering, nanotechnology, computational and structural biology, biomedical engineering, and telemedicine biology. The book highlights the applications of artificial intelligence in the diagnosis of infectious diseases and examines the role of system biology approaches for understanding human complexity, variability, and its influence on health and diseases. It presents the applications of flow cytometry in monitoring the progression and treatment of disease. It covers emerging technologies in cancer research, including CRISPR-Cas9, NGS, and nanotechnology. This book is a useful source of information for clinical researchers, basic scientists, biomedical engineers, and computational biologists.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811643453
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-4345-3
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    Microbes and Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma : A Network Spanning Infection and Inflammation (2022)
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    Keywords: Medicine Research. ; Biology Research. ; Medical microbiology. ; Microbial genetics. ; Industrial microbiology. ; Microbiology. ; Biomedical Research. ; Medical Microbiology. ; Microbial Genetics. ; Industrial Microbiology. ; Microbiology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Epidemiology of Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma in Indian Scenario -- Chapter 2. Risk factors for Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma in the Indian population -- Chapter 3. Molecular Carcinopathogenesis in Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma -- Chapter 4. Inflammation and Infection in Cancer -- Chapter 5. Role of Inflammation and Infection in Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma -- Chapter 6. Normal Microbiome of Oral cavity -- Chapter 7. Oral Microbiome in Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma -- Chapter 8. Microbial Dysbiosis in Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma -- Chapter 9. Bacteria induced carcinopathogenesis in Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma -- Chapter 10. Virus induced carcinopathogenesis in Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma -- Chapter 11. Fungi: Culprits or Bystanders in Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma -- Chapter 12. Microbial ‘omics’ in Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma -- Chapter 13. Implications and Future perspectives.
    Abstract: This book helps in understanding the relationship between microorganisms and oral carcinogenesis, and the possible oncogenic mechanisms enhancing the association. The book highlights the association between oral cancer, primarily oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC), a major global health problem with high incidence and low survival rates with infection and inflammation. Establishing the association of the oral microbiome with cancer risk may lead to significant advances in the understanding cancer etiology, potentially opening a new research paradigm for cancer prevention. The book takes the readers through interesting topics such as the epidemiology and etiology of OSCC, the hallmarks of cancer, and the role of inflammation in OCSS. It presents the difference between the normal and diseased oral microbiome. It further describes the carcino-pathogenesis of various groups. Finally, it discusses the clinical correlation of the observations and what the future looks like for this area of research. The book is interesting for medical students, researchers and clinicians, alike. The knowledge from the book can be exploited practically and used for designing further experiments.
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    Pages: XIII, 172 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811905926
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-0592-6
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-0592-6
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    Plant Ecophysiology and Adaptation under Climate Change: Mechanisms and Perspectives I : General Consequences and Plant Responses (2020)
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    Keywords: Plant physiology. ; Climatology. ; Agriculture. ; Environmental management. ; Plant Physiology. ; Climate Sciences. ; Agriculture. ; Environmental Management.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. Climate change influences the interactive effects of the simultaneous impact of abiotic and biotic stresses on plants -- 2. Loss of Agro Bio-Diversity and Productivity Due To Climate Change in Continent Asia: A Review -- 3. Stress Implications and Crop Productivity -- 4. Impact of Climate Change on Postharvest Physiology of Edible Plant Products -- 5. Plant adaption and tolerance to environmental stresses: mechanisms and perspective -- 6. Crop growth responses towards elevated atmospheric CO2 environment -- 7. Coping with saline environment: learning from halophytes -- 8. Ecophysiology and responses of plants under drought -- 9. Strategies for drought tolerance in xerophytes -- 10. Ecophysiology and response of plants under high temperature stress -- 11. Adaptation and tolerance of wheat to heat stress -- 12. High-temperature tolerance of flowers -- 13. Assessing the effects of high night temperature on rice photosynthetic parameters: involvement of cellular membrane damage and ethylene response -- 14. Ecophysiological Responses of Plants under Metals/ Metalloids Toxicity -- 15. Ecophysiology of plants under cadmium toxicity: Photosynthetic and physiological responses -- 16. Ecophysiology and stress responses of aquatic macrophytes under metals/metalloids toxicity -- 17. Physiological, Biochemical and Molecular Responses of the plants against enhanced Ultraviolet B and Heavy Metal stress -- 18. Impact of UV radiation on photosynthetic apparatus: Adaptive and damaging mechanisms -- 19. UV-B and UV-B/white light induced inhibition of thylakoid electron transfer reactions studied by fluorescence induction and fluorescence decay: damage to donor and acceptor side components of PSII -- 20. Climate Change and Plant Abiotic Stress: Responses, Sensing and Signaling -- 21. Plant signaling under adverse environment -- 22. Plant-based Biostumulants and Plant Stress Responses -- 23. Transcription factors and plant abiotic stress responses -- 24. Ecophysiological Adaptation of Soybeans to Latitudes through Photoperiodic and Growth Habit Genes -- 25. Arsenic accumulation, compartmentation and complexation in Arthrocnemum indicum -- 26. Plant-Microbe Interactions under Adverse Environment -- 27. Breeding Plants for Future Climates -- 28. Adaptive physiological responses of plants under abiotic stresses: role of phytohormones -- 29. Biochemical and Molecular mechanism of Abiotic stress Tolerance in plants. .
    Abstract: This book presents the state-of-the-art in plant ecophysiology. With a particular focus on adaptation to a changing environment, it discusses ecophysiology and adaptive mechanisms of plants under climate change. Over the centuries, the incidence of various abiotic stresses such as salinity, drought, extreme temperatures, atmospheric pollution, metal toxicity due to climate change have regularly affected plants and, and some estimates suggest that environmental stresses may reduce the crop yield by up to 70%. This in turn adversely affects the food security. As sessile organisms, plants are frequently exposed to various environmental adversities. As such, both plant physiology and plant ecophysiology begin with the study of responses to the environment. Provides essential insights, this book can be used for courses such as Plant Physiology, Environmental Science, Crop Production and Agricultural Botany. Volume 1 provides up-to-date information on the impact of climate change on plants, the general consequences and plant responses to various environmental stresses.
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    Pages: XXI, 859 p. 87 illus., 54 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9789811521560
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-2156-0
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-15-2156-0
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    Biological Effects of Static Magnetic Fields (2023)
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    Keywords: Medicine Research. ; Biology Research. ; Cytology. ; Biomedical Research. ; Cell Biology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Magnetic Field Parameters and Biological Sample Differences that Lead to Differential Bioeffects -- Chapter 2. Static Magnetic Field Direction-induced Differential Biological Effects -- Chapter 3. Magnetic Properties of Biological Samples -- Chapter 4. Molecular Mechanisms for Electromagnetic Field Biosensing -- Chapter 5. Controlling Cell Membrane Potential with Static Non-uniform Magnetic Fields -- Chapter 6. Impact of Static Magnetic Fields on Cells -- Chapter 7. Impact of Static Magnetic Fields on Microorganisms, Plants and Animals -- Chapter 8. Static Magnetic Fields on Human Bodies -- Chapter 9. Potential Applications of Static Magnetic Fields in Cancer Treatment -- Chapter 10. Effects of Static Magnetic Fields on Diabetes and Its Complications -- Chapter 11. Impacts of Static Magnetic Field on Bone Health -- Chapter 12. Effects of Static Magnetic Fields on the Immune System -- Chapter 13. Biological Effects of Static Magnetic Fields on the Nervous System -- Chapter 14. The Biological Effects of Long-term Static Magnetic Field Exposure -- Chapter 15. Prospects, Pitfalls, and Opportunities for Human Static Magnetic Field Therapy.
    Abstract: The book summarizes the emerging topic about the effects of SMF on biological samples ranging from single molecules, subcellular compartments, and cells to whole organisms. It also discusses the potential application of SMF in clinical treatment of cancer, pain, diabetes and other diseases. With the development and growing popularity of modern appliances like MRI in hospitals, the potential impact of magnetic fields on human health is invoking increasing concerns. At the same time, SMF has been explored in the treatment of tumor and other diseases for decades. Nevertheless, there are still some reservations and uncertainties about these treatments, which are largely due to the differential biological effects reported in the literature. These experimental inconsistencies are mainly caused by variations such as different magnetic field types, intensities, treatment time, as well as biological samples examined. The second edition added eight new chapters about new progress in this field including impacts of SMFs, magnetism of biomolecules, and potential of SMFs in the management of bone, pain, diabetes, and immune systems. This volume will help clarify some dilemmas in this field and encourage further investigations in order to achieve a better understanding of the biological effects of SMF, aiming for a rational application of SMF in clinical therapy in the near future. The book is useful for scientists, doctors, and students who are interested in magnetic fields and life sciences.
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    Pages: XV, 420 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 2nd ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811988691
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-8869-1
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-8869-1
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    Single-cell Sequencing and Methylation : Methods and Clinical Applications (2020)
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    Keywords: Medicine Research. ; Biology Research. ; Bioinformatics. ; Cancer. ; Biomedical Research. ; Bioinformatics. ; Cancer Biology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Values of single-cell sequencing and methylation in molecular diagnosis and therapy -- Single-cell sequencing in human diseases -- Single-cell sequencing of T cell receptors: A perspective on the technological development and translational application -- DNA Methylation in pulmonary fibrosis -- Molecular regulation and clinical significance of caveolin-1 methylation in chronic lung diseases -- Research advances on DNA methylation in idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis -- DNA Methylation in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease -- Single cell sequencing: a new dimension in cancer diagnosis -- The Role of Methylation in the CpG Island of the ARHI Promoter Region in Cancers -- Clinical Significance of P16 Gene Methylation in Lung Cancer -- Application of single-cell RNA sequencing in pancreatic cancer and the endocrine pancreas -- Single Cell Sequencing in GU Malignancies -- PI3K Isoform-Selective Inhibitors in Cancer -- Single cell RNA sequencing in human disease: Renal, pancreatic, and viral diseases -- Single-cell sequencing in human genital infections -- PI3kinase Inhibitors in Thrombosis and Cardiovascular Disease -- Use of single-cell microfluidic technology towards therapeutic antibody discovery from single B cells.
    Abstract: With the rapid development of biotechnologies, single-cell sequencing has become an important tool for understanding the molecular mechanisms of diseases, defining cellular heterogeneities and characteristics, and identifying intercellular communications and single-cell-based biomarkers. Providing a clear overview of the clinical applications, the book presents state-of-the-art information on immune cell function, cancer progression, infection, and inflammation gained from single-cell DNA or RNA sequencing. Furthermore, it explores the role of target gene methylation in the pathogenesis of diseases, with a focus on respiratory cancer, infection and chronic diseases. As such it is a valuable resource for clinical researchers and physicians, allowing them to refresh their knowledge and improve early diagnosis and therapy for patients.
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    Pages: VIII, 247 p. 117 illus., 114 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9789811544941
    Series Statement: Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology, 1255
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-4494-1
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    Biomaterials-Based Sensors : Recent Advances and Applications (2023)
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    Keywords: Agricultural biotechnology. ; Medicine Research. ; Biology Research. ; Materials. ; Detectors. ; Biomaterials. ; Agricultural Biotechnology. ; Biomedical Research. ; Sensors and biosensors. ; Biomaterials.
    Description / Table of Contents: Part – I Introduction -- Biomaterials and Biopolymers for the Development of Biosensors -- Part – II Development of nanomaterials and biocomposites as sensors -- Nanobiohybrid Materials for Development of Biosensors -- Biosynthesis, Biofunctionalization, and Bioapplications of Manganese Nanomaterials: An Overview -- Transducers in Biosensors -- Self-Assembly and Fabrication of Biomaterials onto Transducers and their Characterization -- Biocatalytic Sensors: Potentials, Maxims and Mechanisms for Optimal Performance -- Part – III Potential role and applications of bio-based sensors -- Polyhydroxyalkanoate-based sensors and their applications -- An Overview of Immunosensors and their Application -- Live Cells as Biosensors -- Part – IV Biomaterials-based sensors for agricultural and biomedical applications -- Magnetic Nanoparticles Based Novel Sensors for select biomedical/ biological science applications -- Electrochemical Biosensors in Agricultural and Veterinary Applications -- The Applications of Biosensors and Biochips for Prognosis and Diagnosis of Diseases.
    Abstract: With the recent technological advancement usage of unique nanomaterials and bio-based composite materials as sensors has been greatly improved. Biopolymers and bio-based composite materials have especially been exploited due to their unique physical, optical, electrochemical, and biocompatible properties. In this book, experts and researchers in various sensor technology areas discuss the basics of biosensors, the methods used to synthesize different biomaterials, and the characterization and functionalization of these biomaterials. Processes for the self-assembly of biomaterials and the fabrication of biomaterials onto transducers are clearly explained. It also outlines the current status in the field and the utility of such bio-based sensors for medical diagnostics, food safety, industrial, and environmental monitoring. Besides pressure and temperature sensing applications, other applications include detecting gases, chemicals, biomolecules, body fluids, bacteria, and viruses. The book is well illustrated, and the presentation is concise and systematic throughout. Biomaterials-Based Sensors will be an ideal source of up-to-date information for all engaged in their research, design, and use.
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    Pages: XV, 411 p. 110 illus., 84 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811985010
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-8501-0
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-8501-0
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    Essentials of Pharmaceutical Analysis (2020)
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    Keywords: Pharmaceutical chemistry. ; Medicine Research. ; Biology Research. ; Spectrum analysis. ; Separation (Technology). ; Pharmaceutics. ; Biomedical Research. ; Spectroscopy. ; Separation Science.
    Description / Table of Contents: Part 1. Spectrophotometric techniques -- Chapter 1. Introduction of pharmaceutical analysis -- Chapter 2. Introduction of spectrophotometric techniques -- Chapter 3. UV-VIS spectroscopy -- Chapter 4. Infra-Red spectroscopy -- Chapter 5. Atomic spectroscopy -- Chapter 6. Atomic absorption spectroscopy -- Chapter 7. Atomic Emission spectroscopy -- Chapter 9. Mass spectroscopy -- Chapter 10. Nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy -- Part 2. Chromatographic techniques -- Chapter 11. Introduction of chromatographic techniques -- Chapter 12. Thin layer chromatography -- Chapter 13. Colum chromatography -- Chapter 14. High performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) -- Chapter 15. Gas chromatography -- Part 3. Thermal analysis techniques -- Chapter 16. Introduction of thermal analysis -- Chapter 17. Differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) -- Chapter 18. Differential thermal analysis (DTA) -- Chapter 19. Thermo gravimetric analysis (TGA).
    Abstract: Recent advances in the pharmaceutical sciences and biotechnology have facilitated the production, design, formulation and use of various types of pharmaceuticals and biopharmaceuticals. This book provides detailed information on the background, basic principles, and components of techniques used for the analysis of pharmaceuticals and biopharmaceuticals. Focusing on those analytical techniques that are most frequently used for pharmaceuticals, it classifies them into three major sections and 19 chapters, each of which discusses a respective technique in detail. Chiefly intended for graduate students in the pharmaceutical sciences, the book will familiarize them with the components, working principles and practical applications of these indispensable analytical techniques.
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    Pages: XVII, 222 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9789811515477
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-1547-7
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-15-1547-7
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    New Nanomaterials and Techniques for Tumor-targeted Systems (2020)
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    Keywords: Cancer. ; Nanotechnology. ; Medicine Research. ; Biology Research. ; Cancer Biology. ; Nanotechnology. ; Biomedical Research.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1 Introduction -- 2 Barriers for tumor drug delivery -- 3 Tumor-targeted strategies -- 4 Tumor-responsive drug release strategies -- 5 Tumor diagnosis patterns -- 6 Tumor therapeutic modes -- 7 Carbon-based tumor-targeted systems -- 8 Silica-based tumor-targeted systems -- 9 Lipid-based tumor-targeted systems -- 10 Dendrimer-based tumor-targeted systems -- 11 Polymer-based tumor-targeted systems -- 12 Other new tumor-targeted systems -- 13 Clinical applications of tumor-targeted systems -- 14 Challenges and perspectives of tumor-targeted systems.
    Abstract: This book summarizes the latest advances in nanomaterials and techniques in the field of tumor-targeted diagnosis and therapy. It provides valuable information for beginners and senior researchers, and stimulates new research directions by offering novel and provocative insights into the properties and technical principles of nanomaterials. The book systemically discusses the challenges in tumor treatment, current tumor-targeted strategies, drug-release strategies, diagnosis and therapeutic patterns, and also explores newly developed multifunctional nanomaterials and related systems.
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    Pages: VI, 463 p. 72 illus., 63 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9789811551598
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-5159-8
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    Small Millet Grains : The Superfoods in Human Diet (2022)
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    Keywords: Food science. ; Food security. ; Food Analysis. ; Chemistry. ; Agriculture. ; Nutrition   . ; Food Science. ; Food Security. ; Food Chemistry. ; Agriculture. ; Nutrition.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Small Millets: An Overview -- Chapter 2. Nutritional Profile of Small Millets -- Chapter 3. Processing of Small Millets -- Chapter 4. Effect of Processing on Antioxidant Potential and Antinutritional Factors in Small Millets -- Chapter 5. Small Millets Based Traditional and Unconventional Food Products -- Chapter 6. Small Millets Functional Foods -- Chapter 7. Small Millets Based Baby Food -- Chapter 8. Small Millets: Path to Food and Nutrition Security.
    Abstract: This book discusses the various aspects of the health and nutritional benefits of the wonder grains, small millets. It introduces the readers to the historical use of small millet grains in the diet of humans. It further discusses the consumption and strategies to improve the global production of these nutrient-dense grains. The book outlines how the inclusion of small millet as a staple could prevent nutritional deficiency diseases, hidden hunger, and non-communicable diseases. Different chapters of the book provide information about the nutritional profile of popular small millet grains. It also includes information about the effects of processing on the dietary factors in the grains. It describes the traditional food products as well as unconventional products from small millet. It advises the readers on the best ways to consume this super-food. The book also highlights the role of small millet as a functional food. It highlights how this food can address the challenge of nutritional security.
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    Pages: XVII, 190 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811693069
    Series Statement: Cereals, Pulses and Oilseeds,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-9306-9
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    Sucking Pests of Crops (2020)
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    Keywords: Plant diseases. ; Plant physiology. ; Plants Development. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Pathology. ; Plant Physiology. ; Plant Development. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Part 1 Agricultural Crops -- 1 Sucking Pests of Cereals -- 2 Sucking Pests of Rice -- 3 Sucking of Pests Pulse crops -- 4 Sucking Pests of Sugarcane -- 5 Sucking Pests of Oilseed crops -- 6 Sucking Pests of Rapeseed Mustard -- 7 Sucking Pests of Soybean -- 8 Sucking Pests of Cotton -- 9 Sucking Pests of Forage crops -- Part 2 Horticultural Crops -- 10 Sucking Pests of Vegetable crops -- 11 Sucking Pests of Temperate Vegetable crops -- 12 Sucking Pests of Temperate fruits -- 13 Sucking Pests of Mango -- 14 Sucking Pests of Grape -- Sucking Pests of Banana -- 16 Sucking Pests of Citrus. .
    Abstract: Sucking pests are most notorious group of pests for agricultural crops. Unlike most pests with chewing mouth parts, sucking pests cause more severe damage to the crops and are complex get identified until advanced stages of infection. Not only is this late detection detrimental to their effective control, sucking pests also often cause fungal growth and virus transmission. The proposed book emphasizes on sucking pests of most major crops of India. It aims to reflect Indian scenario before the international readership. This book complies comprehensive information on sucking pests of crops and brings the attention of the readers to this multiple damage causing insect complex. The chapters are contributed by highly experienced indigenous experts from Universities & ICAR institutes, and book collates useful content for students and young researchers in plant pathology, entomology and agriculture.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9789811561498
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-6149-8
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    Immunodiagnostic Technologies from Laboratory to Point-Of-Care Testing (2021)
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    Keywords: Immunology. ; Biotechnology. ; Clinical biochemistry. ; Medicine Research. ; Biology Research. ; Immunology. ; Biotechnology. ; Medical Biochemistry. ; Biomedical Research.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Timeline of the evolution of immunodiagnostics -- Chapter 2. Receptors in immunodiagnostics: Antibody and their derivatives -- Chapter 3. Engineering antibodies for biointerfacing -- Chapter 4. Alternative analyte-binding compounds for immunosensor applications -- Chapter 5. Principles and applications of immunodiagnostics using radioisotopes as tracers -- Chapter 6. Advancements and application of optical detection system in deleveopment of optical sensors -- Chapter 7. Miniaturized technologies in immunodiagnostics -- Chapter 8. Prospects of Point of care diagnostics for medical applications -- Chapter 9. Potential and advancements in namomaterial for diagnostic applications -- Chapter 10. Photoelectrochemical immunosensor in clinical diagnosis -- Chapter 11. Mutiplexing in immunodiagnosis -- Chapter 12. Biosensors for clinical samples: Considerastion and approaches -- Chapter 13. Application of immunodiagnostics in diagnosis of animal diseases -- Chapter 14. Changing trends in medical diagnosis and health monitoring with advancements in immunosensing technologies -- Chapter 15. Future perspective of immunodiagnostics in clinical applications -- Chapter 16. Commercial aspects of immunoasensors and immuoassays: Short-cominmg and future aspects.
    Abstract: This book presents the timeline of immunodiagnostics evolution, including advancements in immunological/nucleic acid probes, assay design, labelling techniques, and devices for signal transduction and acquisition. In the past few years, enzyme and nanocatalyst-based immune assays have undergone numerous modifications to enhance their sensitivity and potential for automation. Further, to reduce production costs and the use of laboratory animals, engineering small antibodies and nucleic acid probes (aptamers) has become increasingly popular in the development of novel and powerful bioassays. In light of the notable advancements in immunodiagnostics, this book highlights the combined efforts of clinicians, biotechnologists, material scientists, nanotechnologists and basic scientists in a coherent and highly structured way. The book takes readers on the journey of immunodiagnostic technologies, from their introduction to the present.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9789811558238
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-5823-8
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    Microbial Enzymes and Biotechniques : Interdisciplinary Perspectives (2020)
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    Keywords: Biotechnology. ; Microbiology. ; Medical microbiology. ; Medicine Research. ; Biology Research. ; Industrial microbiology. ; Biotechnology. ; Microbiology. ; Medical Microbiology. ; Biomedical Research. ; Industrial Microbiology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. The sugar-nucleotide providing enzyme, opportunity and future in the antibody and peptide medicine area -- Chapter 2. The Next Generation of Microalgae-Based Products -- Chapter 3. Advanced techniques for enzymatic and chemical bleaching for pulp and paper industries -- Chapter 4. Commercial bioinoculant development: Techniques and challenges -- Chapter 5. Protein nanostructures with purpose-designed properties in biotechnology and medicine -- Chapter 6. Recent advances in biosynthetic production of Biopigments from microlagae -- Chapter 7. Revealing of the features of the oxidative enzyme production by white-rot basidiomycetes during fermentation of plant raw materials -- Chapter 8. Endophytic bacterial applications in phytoremediation of organic pollutants and toxic metals -- Chapter 9. Biotechnological interventions for Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi (AMF) based biofertilizer: technological perspectives -- Chapter 10. Probiotics and prebiotics: Techniques used and its relevance -- Chapter 11. Techniques of Evaluation of the chemical and microbiological quality of the coastal environment -- Chapter 12. Enzyme engineering techniques for biotechnological applications.
    Abstract: This book compiles the latest research on the multifarious roles of microbial enzymes, and provides an overview of microbial enzymes and biotechnologies. It discusses the use of microbial enzymes in innovative areas like nanomedicine and synthetic biotechnology, as well as the use of starch digesting enzymes and bioactive proteins as biotherapeutics, all of which have applications in modern drug discovery processes. The book also examines the concept of microbial biotransformation and protein engineering, and covers topics such as the immobilization of therapeutic enzymes, bioengineering of enzymes for bioactive compounds, the production of hydrolytic and oxidative enzymes from plant raw materials, and prebiotics and probiotics. Given its multidisciplinary scope, this book will appeal to researchers and industry experts in the fields of microbiology, biotechnology and molecular medicine.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9789811568954
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-6895-4
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    Plant Growth Promoting Microorganisms of Arid Region (2023)
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    Keywords: Microbiology. ; Agriculture. ; Ecology . ; Microbiology. ; Agriculture. ; Ecology.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. Exploring Microbial Diversity of Arid Regions of Globe for Agricultural Sustainability: A Revisit -- 2. Harnessing drought tolerant PGPM in arid agro ecosystem for plant disease management and soil amelioration -- 3. Role of Plant Growth-promoting Bacteria in Rainfed and Irrigated Crops -- 4. Plant Growth Promoting Microbes: The Potential Phosphorus Solubilizers in Soils of Arid Agro-ecosystem -- 5. Diversity of PGPM and Ecosystem Services -- 6. Plant Growth Promoting Microorganisms: An Option for Drought and Salinity Management in Arid Agriculture -- 7. Plant Growth Promoting Microbes: Key Players in Organic Agriculture -- 8. Interceding Microbial Biofertilizers in Agroforestry System for Enhancing Productivity -- 9. Role of PGPM in Managing Soil Borne Plant Pathogens in Horticulture Crops -- 10. The Use of Plant Growth Promoting Microorganisms in the Managementof Soil-Borne Plant Pathogenic Organisms -- 11. Role of plant growth promoting microbes in managing soil-borne pathogens in forestry -- 12. Secondary Metabolites and Bioprospecting -- 13. PGPM: Fundamental, Bioformulation, Commercialization and Success at Farmer’s Field -- 14. PGPR: A Sustainable Agricultural Mitigator For Stressed Agro-Environments -- 15. Endophytic PGPM derived metabolites and their role in arid ecosystem -- 16. Current regulatory requirements for PGPM products for management of seed, soil and plant health: An overview -- 17. Evolving Concepts of Biocontrol of Phytopathogens by Endophytic Pseudomonas fluorescence -- 18. Symbiotic Effectiveness of Rhizobium Strains in Agriculture -- 19. Inoculant Production and Formulation of Azospirillum Species.
    Abstract: This edited book aims to focus on microbial diversity in arid lands and deserts versus specific microbial assemblages associated with plants. The book explains ecological drivers that shape this diversity, how plant-associated microbiomes are selected, and their biotechnological potential are discussed. Diversity and functional redundancy of these associated PGPM make them very active in supporting plant improvement, health and resistance to drought, salt and other stresses, and these dimensions will be explored in this book. Implementing proper biotechnological applications of the arid and desert-adapted PGPM constitutes a sizeable challenge, and the book attempts to take up that challenge and help researchers in this field to gain a detailed understanding of PGPM from arid ecosystems. This book serves as a handbook for research workers, teachers, postgraduate students and extension personnel, other development workers, and policy planners engaged in arid zone development.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811941245
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-4124-5
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    Research Methods of Environmental Physiology in Aquatic Sciences (2021)
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    Keywords: Ecology . ; Water. ; Hydrology. ; Environmental chemistry. ; Environmental sciences. ; Physics. ; Environment. ; Ecology. ; Water. ; Environmental Chemistry. ; Environmental Physics. ; Environmental Sciences.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1 Measurement of environmental parameters affecting marine plankton physiology -- Chapter 2 Plankton culture techniques -- Chapter 3 Determination of Key Enzymes involved in primary productivity -- Chapter 4 Analyses of pigments -- Chapter 5 Measurements and analyses of photosynthesis and respiration -- Chapter 6 Chlorophyll fluorescence techniques and applications -- Chapter 7 Biochemical and molecular methods -- Chapter 8 Research methods for animal and virus.
    Abstract: This book presents methods for investigating the effects of aquatic environmental changes on organisms and the mechanisms involved. It focuses mainly on photosynthetic organisms, but also provides methods for virus, zooplankton and other animal studies. Also including a comprehensive overview of the current methods in the fields of aquatic physiology, ecology, biochemistry and molecular approaches, including the advantages and disadvantages of each method, the book is a valuable guide for young researchers in marine or aquatic sciences studying the physiological processes associated with chemical and physical environmental changes.
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    Pages: XI, 352 p. 83 illus., 23 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9789811553547
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-5354-7
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    Sugar and Sugar Derivatives: Changing Consumer Preferences (2020)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Botanical chemistry. ; Food Microbiology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Biochemistry. ; Food Microbiology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1: Pioneer Knowledge of Sugarcane and Sugar -- Chapter 2: Sugar Quality and Pricing Pattern for Economic Sustainability of the Indian Sugar Industry -- Chapter 3: Exploiting technologies in the emerging bio-economy -- Chapter 4: Sugar and Sugar Substitutes: Recent Developments and Future Prospects -- Chapter 5: Sugar Quality – Process Options to address Sustainability of Sugar Industry -- Chapter 6: Development and Classification Technique of Indian Sugars -- Chapter 7: Speciality Sugars: Kinds and Specifications -- Chapter 8: Packaging/Labelling and Quality Management System for Indian Sugar Industry to Meet Consumer Demands -- Chapter 9: Sugar Fortification – possibilities and Future Prospects -- Chapter 10: Diversification of sugar and sugarcane industry: Agro-industrial alternatives -- Chapter 11: Sugar Industry: A hub of useful bio-based chemicals -- Chapter 12: Expanding horizon of sugars application: Skin care and cosmetics -- Chapter 13: Sugar Industry and Speciality Sugar Manufacturing -- Chapter 14: Carbonation & Phosphatation Process for Refined Sugar Production: A Comparative Evaluation -- Chapter 15: Sugarcane and Sugar Diversification: Opportunities for small scale entrepreneurship -- Chapter 16: Sugar – Myths and Reality -- Chapter 17: An Insight to DEFCO Melt Crystallization Process -- Chapter 18: Shelf-life of Pineapple and Lime-flavoured, Ascorbic Acid-added and Ready-to-Serve Sugarcane Juice Beverage -- Chapter 19: Jaggery (Gur): The Ancient Indian Non-Centrifugal Sugar.
    Abstract: Sugarcane enjoys a prominent position among agro-industrial crops and is commercially grown in 115 tropical and subtropical countries around the world. However, fluctuations in sugar prices have forced the sugarcane industry worldwide to broaden its revenue base by moving from single-commodity manufacturing to a range of value-added products. Utilizing the by-products in an innovative manner to create value-added products is the new course of action for sugar-producing countries. For many years sugarcane was regarded as a single-product crop, i.e., only useful for producing sugar. Its actual potential is now increasingly being recognised by the industry and there is a growing trend toward the manufacturing of allied products from sugarcane. Therefore, the focus is now on the establishment of sugar-agro-industry complexes, processing not just sugar but a range of other products. This book provides a comprehensive overview of sugarcane not only as a source of sweetening agents but also for many other uses, including as a source of bio-energy. It also explores the trend of sugar consumption and suggests practices to curb the consumption of sugar products in order to tackle obesity and reduce public health costs. The book underscores the need to diversify sugarcane and highlights means of doing so, while also addressing various innovations and technologies being developed in connection with sugar, sugar derivatives, and sugar industry by-products for sustainable utilization in the sugar-agro industry. Accordingly, it offers a valuable resource for professionals and R&D units in the sugar industry, and for students of agronomy and related fields. .
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    Pages: XXIV, 307 p. 67 illus., 58 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9789811566639
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-6663-9
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    Agrochemicals in Soil and Environment : Impacts and Remediation (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Agriculture. ; Agronomy. ; Biotechnology. ; Nanotechnology. ; Plant Science. ; Agriculture. ; Agronomy. ; Biotechnology. ; Nanotechnology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Agrochemicals in Soil and Environment: An Overview -- Chapter 2. Agrochemicals- Provenance, Environmental Fate and Remediation Measures -- Chapter 3. Impact of Agrochemicals on Soil Microbiota -- Chapter 4. Agriculture Pollution in Kerala, India with Special Reference to Endosulphan -- Chapter 5. An Intergenerational Community-Based Approach to Safe Farming and Environmental Health -- Chapter 6. Guidance on Pesticides Handling in Farming -- Chapter 7. Impact of Pesticides, Herbicides and Insecticides on the Ecosystem -- Chapter 8. Pesticides and its Effects on Plants: A Case Study of Deltamethrin -- Chapter 9. The Use of Glyphosate in Regions of Argentina and Colombia and its Socio-environmental Impacts -- Chapter 10. Impact of Insecticides on Soil and Environment and their Management Strategies -- Chapter 11. Role of Insect Pest Management in Agriculture Conservation -- Chapter 12. Mobility of Trace Elements in Agricultural Soils- Chapter 13. The effects of nutrient enrichment on nutrient-poor ecosystems: Insights from the study of serpentine soil plant relations -- Chapter 14. Soil Erosion and Sedimentation - A Source of Contamination and Impact on Agriculture Productivity -- Chapter 15. Plastics in the Soil Environment: An Overview -- Chapter 16. Lead and cadmium contamination in the soil environment: Impacts on plant growth and human health -- Chapter 17. Heavy metals contamination on farmlands in the crude oil exploration area -- Chapter 18. Effect of Trace Elements in Soils and Its Management -- Chapter 19. Remediation of Agrochemicals in Soil and Environment -- Chapter 20. Alleviation in the Toxicity of Heavy Metals on Agricultural Crops by Metal Resistant Bacteria -- Chapter 21. Bioremediation Strategies to Mitigate the Impact of Atrazine in the Environment: Recent Advances and Prospects. Chapter 22. Aspergillus Mediated Bioremediation of Agrochemicals- Current Progress and Future Perspectives -- Chapter 23. Implications of Phytohormones as Agro-chemicals under Dynamic Environmental Conditions -- Chapter 24. Role of Genetically Modified Bacteria for Alleviating of Agrochemical Impact on the Environment -- Chapter 25. ‘Omics Perspective’ - Molecular Blue-print for Agrochemical Remediation -- Chapter 26. Impact and Remediation of Agrochemicals in Soil and Environment: Conclusions and Future Perspectives.
    Abstract: This volume ‘Agrochemicals in Soil and Environment: Impacts and Remediation’ is a comprehensive collection of important literature on agrochemical contamination. The main focus of this book is to point out undesirable changes in biological, physical and chemical characteristics of agricultural soils and its impacts on global agricultural crop productivity. Soil is one of the important resources of basic needs for our sustenance but due to various anthropogenic activities like urbanization and industrialization, the soil is losing its basic quality characteristics. Soil microorganisms, water holding capacity, minerals, salts and nutrients are under the direct threat due to agrochemicals therefore, agricultural sector is facing a serious challenge. Lack of proper knowledge and luxurious applications of agrochemicals resulting into degradation and deterioration of soil quality, loss of soil and crop productivity and threatening the food security. Therefore, it is imperative to develop indices, indicators and soil parameters for the monitoring and impact assessment of agricultural contaminants. Further, biotic and abiotic stresses and their tolerance mechanisms in plants in relation to the soil contaminants such as toxic pollutants, heavy metals, inorganic and organic matters, variety of pesticides, insecticides, herbicides, agricultural runoffs and solid wastes, and chemical fertilizers are also highlighted in this volume. This book also discusses causes of reduced agriculture productivity and suggests sustainable measures such as plant-based technologies, bioremediation and nanotechnology, that can be used to overcome the crop losses. The book is interest to research students, teachers, agricultural scientists, agronomists, environmentalists as well as policy makers.
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    ISBN: 9789811693106
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-9310-6
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    Enhancing Smallholder Farmers' Access to Seed of Improved Legume Varieties Through Multi-stakeholder Platforms : Learning from the TLIII project Experiences in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia (2021)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Plant biotechnology. ; Plants Development. ; Plant genetics. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Biotechnology. ; Plant Development. ; Plant Genetics.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. General context of smallholder farmers’ access to seed of improved legume varieties and innovation platform perspectives -- Chapter 2. Groundnut Seed Production and Distribution through Multi-stakeholder Platforms in Southern Region of Tanzania -- Chapter 3. An analysis of groundnut innovation platform achievements in brokering improved varieties to communities in TL III project in Burkina Faso -- Chapter 4. Kolokani groundnut innovation platform activities and achievements through TL III project in Mali -- Chapter 5. Enhancing access to quality seed of improved groundnut varieties through multi-stakeholder platforms in Northern Ghana -- Chapter 6. Impact assessment of developing sustainable and impact-oriented groundnut seed system under the Tropical Legumes (III) project in Northern Nigeria -- Chapter 7. Enhancing chickpea production and productivity through Stakeholders’ Innovation Platform approach in Ethiopia -- Chapter 8. Organized farmers towards chickpea seed self-sufficiency in Bundelkhand region of India -- Chapter 9. Developing sustainable cowpea seed systems for smallholder farmers though innovation platforms in Nigeria: Experience of TL III Project -- Chapter 10. Cowpea seed innovation platform: A hope for small seed producers in Mali -- Chapter 11. Cowpea innovation platform interventions and achievements in TL III project in Burkina Faso -- Chapter 12. Impacts of cowpea innovation platforms in sustaining TL III project gains in Ghana -- Chapter 13. A cross-case analysis of innovation platform experiences in seven countries in West and East Africa and South Asia -- Chapter 14. Innovation platform for catalyzing access to seed of improved legume varieties to smallholder farmers.-.
    Abstract: This open access book shares the experiences of Tropical Legumes III (TLIII) project in facilitating access to seed of improved legume varieties to smallholder farmers through innovation platforms. It highlights practices and guiding principles implemented in eight developing countries of sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia. This book details key processes that respective teams employed to create an innovation space that delivers seed, other inputs, knowledge and financial services to agricultural communities and most importantly, the underserved farmers in remote areas of the drylands. It offers valuable insights into the pathway to establishing, promoting and operating innovation platforms to enhance the performance and competitiveness of legume crops’ value chains, and addresses critical issues that must be considered to make innovation platforms more sustainable and attractive to beneficiaries. The book offers a wealth of practical insights for development workers, technical staff, and project managers. This publication is all about TLIII community of practice. It will definitely inspire other development workers and scientists to share their own experiences for others to learn from.
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    ISBN: 9789811580147
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-8014-7
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    Deciphering Drug Targets for Alzheimer’s Disease (2023)
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    Keywords: Medicine Research. ; Biology Research. ; Biology. ; Neurosciences. ; Biotechnology. ; Drug delivery systems. ; Biomedical Research. ; Biological Sciences. ; Neuroscience. ; Biotechnology. ; Drug Delivery.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1.Deciphering New Drug Targets in Alzheimer’s Disease -- Chapter 2. Novel Therapeutic Targets for Treating Alzheimer’s Disease -- Chapter 3. Modified Investigation Tools and Techniques Useful in Alzheimer’s Disease Research -- Chapter 4. Dual Specificity Tyrosine Phosphorylation Regulated Kinase1A (DYRK1A) Inhibitors: The Quest for a Disease-Modifying Treatment for Alzheimer’s Disease -- Chapter 5. β-secretase as a primary drug target of Alzheimer disease: Function, Structure, and Inhibition -- Chapter 6. Endocrine Receptors: The Potential Therapeutic Targets for Alzheimer’s -- Chapter 7. Calcium Channels as a Potential Therapeutic Target for Alzheimer’s Disease -- Chapter 8. Traversing Through the Trajectory of Pathogenic Astrocytes in Alzheimer’s Disease -- Chapter 9. Targeting Mitochondrial Dynamics as a Restorative Approach in the Treatment of Alzheimer’s Disease -- Chapter 10. Epigenetic Therapy for Alzheimer’s Disease -- Chapter 11. Exploring the Diverse Roles of GSK-3ß Kinase in Alzheimer’s Disease -- Chapter 12. Role of Target Fishing in Discovery of Novel Anti-Alzheimer’s Agents: In Silico Applications -- Chapter 13. Multi-Target Directed Ligand Approach in Anti-Alzheimer’s Drug Discovery -- Chapter 14. Investigating the Role of Tau Proteins in Alzheimer’s Disease-From Typical Functioning MAPs to Aberrant Fibrillary Deposits in the Brain -- Chapter 15. The Overview of Drugs Used in Alzheimer’s Disease and Their Molecular Targets.
    Abstract: This book explains the fundamental characteristics and biofunctionality of Alzheimer’s Disease drug targets and provides up-to-date information on the full range of their biomedical applications. An introductory section gives an overview of the recent developments related to drug targets identified and studied related to Alzheimer’s Disease and key developments from preclinical and clinical studies focusing on various molecular targets related to AD and dementia by subject experts all around the globe. Here, individual chapters address the progress and perspectives in human and non-human research, role of various biomarkers as an overview, advanced gene therapy, and novel compounds for therapeutic targets for Alzheimer’s disease. The book will be essential reading for graduate students, scientists, and engineers in any of the biomedical research fields in which efforts are being made to utilize novel drug targets and develop effective strategies for new drug targeting and delivery in Alzheimer’s disease treatment.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819926572
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-2657-2
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    Applications of 3D printing in Biomedical Engineering (2021)
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    Keywords: Regenerative medicine. ; Medicine Research. ; Biology Research. ; Biomaterials. ; Biomedical engineering. ; Regenerative Medicine and Tissue Engineering. ; Biomedical Research. ; Biomedical Materials. ; Biomedical Devices and Instrumentation.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Introduction to Biomaterials -- Chapter 2. Different approaches used for conversion of biomaterials to feedstock -- Chapter 3. Bioprinting -- Chapter 4. 3D Printed Implants for Joint Replacement -- Chapter 5. Design of Patient-Specific Maxillofacial Implants and Guides -- Chapter 6. Design and Development of surgical guide for dental implant surgery -- Chapter 7. Three Dimensional printed drugs and related technology – a potential review -- Chapter 8. Product Sustainability Assessment -- Chapter 9. Successful Stories of 3D Printing in Healthcare Applications: A Brief Review.
    Abstract: This book focuses on applications of three-dimensional (3D) printing in healthcare. It first describes a range of biomaterials, including their physicochemical and biological properties. It then reviews the current state of the art in bioprinting techniques and the potential application of bioprinting, computer-aided additive manufacturing of cells, tissues, and scaffolds to create organs in regenerative medicine. Further, it discusses the orthopedic applications of 3D printing in the design and fabrication of dental implants, and the use of 3D bioprinting in oral and maxillofacial surgery and in tissue and organ engineering. Lastly, the book examines the 3D printing technologies that are used for the fabrication of the drug delivery system. It also explores the current challenges and the future of 3D bioprinting in medical sciences, as well as the market demand.
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    Pages: X, 213 p. 69 illus., 47 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9789813368880
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-33-6888-0
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-33-6888-0
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    Omics Technologies for Sustainable Agriculture and Global Food Security (Vol II) (2021)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Plant biotechnology. ; Plant physiology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Biotechnology. ; Plant Physiology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Integrating phenomics with breeding for climate-smart agriculture -- Chapter 2. Application of ‘omics’ technologies in crop breeding -- Chapter 3. Omics Technologies and Molecular Farming: Applications and Challenges -- Chapter 4. Omics to understand drought tolerance in plants: An update -- Chapter 5. Recent Advances in Transcriptomics: An Assessment of Recent Progress in Fruit Plants -- Chapter 6. Harnessing Perks of MiRNA Principles for Betterment of Agriculture and Food Security -- Chapter 7. Potential of Metabolomics in Plant Abiotic Stress Management -- Chapter 8. Integrating Pan-Omics Data in a Systems Approach for Crop Improvement: Opportunities and Challenges -- Chapter 9. Application of nanobiotechnology in agriculture: Novel strategy for food security -- Chapter 10. Understanding and manipulation of plant microbe interaction signals for yield enhancement -- Chapter 11. Next generation biofuel production in the omics era: Potential and prospects -- Chapter 12. Multi omics technologies and genetic modification in plants: Rationale, opportunities and reality -- Chapter 13. Social acceptance and regulatory prospects of genomics in addressing food security. .
    Abstract: This edited book brings out a comprehensive collection of information on the modern omics-based research. The main focus of this book is to educate researchers about utility of omics-based technologies in rapid crop improvement. In last two decades, omics technologies have been utilized significantly in the area of plant sciences and has shown promising results. Omics technology has potential to address the challenge of food security in the near future. The comprehensive use of omics technology occurred in last two decades and helped greatly in the understanding of complex biological problems, improve crop productivity and ensure sustainable use of ecosystem services. This book is of interest to researchers and students of life sciences, biotechnology, plant biotechnology, agriculture, forestry, and environmental sciences. It is also a useful knowledge resource for national and international agricultural scientists.
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    Pages: X, 351 p. 28 illus., 27 illus. in color. , online resource.
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    ISBN: 9789811629563
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-2956-3
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    Bioinformatics in Rice Research : Theories and Techniques (2021)
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    Keywords: Bioinformatics. ; Biology Technique. ; Genomics. ; Gene expression. ; Agriculture. ; Computational and Systems Biology. ; Genomic Analysis. ; Gene Expression Analysis. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1_Introduction to Bioinformatics -- Chapter 2_Statistics for bioinformatics -- Chapter 3_ Introduction of the databases of rice -- Chapter 4_Brief insight into the evolutionary history and domestication of wild rice relatives -- Chapter 5_3000 Genome project- A brief insight -- Chapter 6_ Databases and bioinformatics tools for data mining -- Chapter 7_Sequence Alignment -- Chapter 8_Gene identification and structure Annotation -- Chapter 9_Phylogenetic Analysis -- Chapter 10_RNA Structure Prediction. -Chapter 11_Structural Proteomics -- Chapter 12_Gene ontology and pathway enrichment analysis -- Chapter 13_High throughput sequencing technologies -- Chapter 14_Mapping algorithms in high-throughput sequencing -- Chapter 15_DNA–Protein Interaction Analysis (ChIP-Seq) -- Chapter 16_RNA–Protein Interaction Analysis -- Chapter 17_SNP Identification and Discovery -- Chapter 18_Microsatellite Markers from whole genome and Transcriptomic Sequences. - Chapter 19_Genome-wide association study -- Chapter 20_Expression Profiling and Discovery of microRNA -- Chapter 21_Computational approaches in identifying long non-coding RNA -- Chapter 22_circRNA in rice -- Chapter 23_ Metagenomics -- Chapter 24_RNA-Induced Gene Silencing -- Chapter 25_Single-cell RNA sequencing technologies -- Chapter 26_Recent Advancement in NGS Technologies.
    Abstract: This book provides an up-to-date review of classic and advanced bioinformatics approaches and their utility in rice research. It summarizes databases and tools for analyzing DNA, proteins and gene expression profiles, mapping genetic variations, annotation of protein and RNA molecules, phylogenetic analysis, and pathway enrichment. In addition, it presents high-throughput technologies that are widely used to provide deep insights into the genetic architecture of important traits in the rice genome. The book subsequently discusses techniques for identifying RNA-protein, DNA-protein interactions, and molecular markers, including SNP and microsatellites, in the contexts of rice breeding and genetics. Lastly, it explores various tools that are used to identify and characterize non-coding RNA in rice and their potential role in rice research.
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    ISBN: 9789811639937
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-3993-7
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    Bioelectrochemical Systems : Vol.2 Current and Emerging Applications (2020)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Medicine Research. ; Biology Research. ; Materials science. ; Biomaterials. ; Agriculture. ; Biomedical Research. ; Materials Science. ; Biomaterials.
    Description / Table of Contents: Part 1. Bio-electrochemical systems for biofuels and biochemicals -- 1. Photosynthetic Microbial Fuel Cells: Fundamentals and Potential Applications -- 2. Algal bio-cathodes in aid of bio-energy generation, bio-remediation and nutrient removals -- 3. Hydrogen and methane production in Bio-electrochemical systems -- 4. Hydrogen and methane generation from bio-waste: enhancement and upgrading via bioelectrochemical systems -- 5. Bio-electrochemical systems/technology for Energy and waste treatment -- 6. Bio-electrochemical for Energy and waste treatment via suitable microbial systems -- 7. Bio-electrochemical remediation of organic pollutants -- 8. Electrosynthesis of various chemicals -- Part 2. Recognition of bio-electrochemical systems in real life -- 9. Industrial applications of bio-electrochemical system: wastewater treatment and others -- 10. Applications of bio-electrochemical systems in metal recovery -- 11. Integrating waste management with MFC -- 12. Bio-electrochemical technology: Challenges and Implications -- 13. High value-added compounds (oligomers from hemicellulose) using microwaves pretreatment of electrochemical Processes -- 14. Rice paddy field microbial fuel cells: fundamentals and recent progresses -- 15. Effective Cathode Catalysts for Oxygen Reduction Reactions in Microbial Fuel Cell -- 16. Hydrogen production and contaminants removal using microbial electrochemical cells.
    Abstract: This book is the second in a two-volume set devoted to bioelectrochemical systems (BESs) and the opportunities that they may offer in providing a green solution to growing energy demands worldwide. While the first volume explains principles and processes, in this volume established research professionals shed light on how this technology can be used to generate high-value chemicals and energy using organic wastes. Bioelectricity is generated in microbial fuel cells (MFCs) under oxygen-depleted conditions, where microbial bioconversion reactions transform organic wastes into electrons. Dedicated chapters focus on MFCs and state of the art advancements as well as current limitations. In addition, the book covers the use of microbial biofilm- and algae-based bioelectrochemical systems for bioremediation and co-generation of valuable chemicals. A thorough review of the performance of this technology and its possible industrial applications is presented. The book is designed for a broad audience, including undergraduates, postgraduates, energy researchers/scientists, policymakers, and anyone else interested in the latest developments in this field.
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    ISBN: 9789811568688
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    Regionalized Management of Medicine (2022)
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    Keywords: Medicine Research. ; Biology Research. ; Therapeutics. ; Medical informatics. ; Translational Research. ; Therapeutics. ; Health Informatics.
    Description / Table of Contents: Introduction: The importance of regionalized management of medicine -- Alcohol use disorders -- Public-private partnerships management in health care: The Portuguese experience -- Management of Clinical Precision Medicine -- Artificial Intelligence in medical management -- Advanced Demand Forecasting and Inventory Management Methods in Hospital Pharmacy -- Clinical Application of Cell-Based Therapies Opportunities and Challenges -- Management of Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) in Precision Medicine -- Exploration on the Reform of County Medical Integration -- The Regionalization of Medical Management: The Practice and Exploration of Established Fudan-Minhang Medical Alliance -- Bed-occupancy management and hospital planning: a handbook -- Management of severe childhood pneumonia in low resource setting -- The role of mitochondrial-targeted antioxidant, MitoQ, in neurodegenerative disease -- Progression of mitochondria research for clinical potentials -- DNA methylation in pulmonary inflammatory diseases -- Synthetic lethality and lung cancer.
    Abstract: The Book mainly focuses on various aspects of regionalized management of medicine, related with updates of new biotechnology, application of therapeutic strategy, and understanding of disease-associated molecular mechanisms. The book also discusses how medical informatics, systems analysis, database sharing, and artificial intelligent can be applied for improving the quality of hospital managements, disease therapies, regional collaborations, and medical services. This book serves as a professional reference book to clinicians and experts who are interested in medical informatics and artificial intelligence for diseases therapies and therapeutic strategy, better systems analysis and database sharing, and more efficient regional collaborations and medical services.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811678936
    Series Statement: Translational Bioinformatics, 17
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    Current Thoughts on Dementia : From Risk Factors to Therapeutic Interventions (2022)
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    Keywords: Neurosciences. ; Zoology. ; Medical genetics. ; Biotechnology. ; Medicine Research. ; Biology Research. ; Neuroscience. ; Zoology. ; Medical Genetics. ; Biotechnology. ; Biomedical Research.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. ApoE: A Risk Factor for Dementia -- Chapter 2. Infection-Induced Systemic Inflammation and Dementia -- Chapter 3. Role of Impaired Insulin Signaling in the Pathogenesis of Dementia -- Chapter 4. Sex Hormones as Risk Factors of Dementia -- Chapter 5. Mitophagy Impairments as Culprit of Alzheimer’s Disease -- Chapter 6. Parkinson’s Disease: Neurochemistry and Pharmacological Treatment -- Chapter 7. Emerging Roles of TREM2 in Neurodegenerative Diseases -- Chapter 8. Molecular Mechanisms Underlying the Role of HSPB8 in Neurodegeneration -- Chapter 9. Molecular Insights into the Role of ER Stress in Neurodegenerative Diseases. Chapter 10. Role of Hypertension and Hyperlipidemia in the Pathogenesis of Dementia -- Chapter 11. Behavioral Abnormalities of Gut Microbiota and Progression of Dementia -- Chapter 12. Gut-Brain Axis in Alzheimer's Disease: Interplay between Cholecystokinin, Dysbiosis, and Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor -- Chapter 13. Cholesterol and Dementia: A Possible Therapeutic Approach -- Chapter 14. Therapeutic Potential of PPARs in Alzheimer’s Disease -- Chapter 15. Exploring the Role of Statins in Reversing the Cognitive and Neurovascular Dysfunctions in Dementia -- Chapter 16. Role of Immunotherapy in Ameliorating Proteopathic Dementia -- Chapter 17. Hypoxic-Hyperoxic Training in Dementia -- Chapter 18. Music Therapy in Dementia -- Chapter 19. Beneficial Effects of Citrus Flavonoids against Aβ Pathology in Alzheimer’s Disease -- Chapter 20. Therapeutic Potential of Phytochemicals: Lessons Learned from Streptozotocin-Induced Sporadic Alzheimer’s Disease -- Chapter 21. Concept of Amnesia and Dementia in Unani System of Medicine -- Chapter 22. Nanotechnological Applications in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Alzheimer’s Dementia.
    Abstract: This informative book discusses the latest research on the risk factors and therapeutics in dementia. WHO calls dementia a public health priority. Dementia manifests as a group of symptoms associated with decline in memory or other thinking skills and is severe enough to reduce a person's ability to perform everyday activities. It occurs frequently among elderly people, but it is not necessarily part of the normal aging process. The book has been divided into two broad sections. The first section reviews the risk factors involved in developing dementia, including various medical conditions, lifestyle choices, as well as genetics. The latter section describes various therapeutic interventions in dementia. Although there is no known cure for dementia, this book underlines the current treatment strategies that could momentarily reduce the symptoms and improve the quality of life of the patients. This book highlights the global effort to find better ways to halt the progression of dementia and develop novel therapeutic strategies. The book would be an interesting read for advanced graduate students and researchers working in the field of neuroscience, genetics, and medicine. It will generate good interest to neurologists, psychiatrists, geriatricians, cardiologists, internal medicine practitioners, epidemiologist, and public health workers.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811676062
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    Microfluidics and Multi Organs on Chip (2022)
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    Keywords: Medicine Research. ; Biology Research. ; Biomedical engineering. ; Toxicology. ; Cytology. ; Biomedical Research. ; Biomedical Devices and Instrumentation. ; Toxicology. ; Cell Biology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. A Historical and Technological Background to Organs-on-a-Chip -- Chapter 2. Applications of microfluidics -- Chapter 3. Microfluidics based Organ-on-a-chip for cell biology studies -- Chapter 4. Microfluidics in Chemical biology -- Chapter 5. Role of microfluidics in drug delivery -- Chapter 6. Microfluidics in drug discovery -- Chapter 7. Microfludic based sensors -- Chapter 8. Background and Organs-on-a-Chip -- Chapter 9. Culture and co-culture of cells for multi organ on chip -- Chapter 10.Cells and organs on a chip in biomedical sciences -- Chapter 11. Futuristic aspects of organ on a chip -- Chapter 12. Development of Human on a chip -- Chapter 13. Multi-organ on a chip for personalized medicine -- Chapter 14. Development and application of Microfluids in organoid formation -- Chapter 15. Liver on a chip -- Chapter 16. Placenta on Chip: A Modern approach to probe feto-maternal interface -- Chapter 17. Microfluidic retina-on-chip -- Chapter 18. Heart on a chip -- Chapter 19. Kidney on a chip -- Chapter 20. Lungs on a chip -- Chapter 21. Brain on a chip -- Chapter 22. Skin on a chip -- Chapter 23. Organs-on-a-chip in preclinical studies -- Chapter 24. Application of organ on chip in blood brain barrier model -- Chapter 25. Multi organs on a chip in disease modeling -- Chapter 26. Prospects of Medical device on a chip -- Chapter 27. Lab on a chip for precision Medicine -- Chapter 28. Tumour-on-a-chip : Perfusion systems to model the extracellular breast tumour microenvironment:from tumour progression to metastasis formation -- Chapter 29. Building Human In Vitro 3D Models to Replace Animal Studies: During Drug Discovery Reearch: Scientific, Ethical and Regulatory Considerations.
    Abstract: This book highlights the application of microfluidics in cell biology research, chemical biology, and drug discovery. It covers the recent breakthroughs and prospects of organ-on-a-chip, human-on-a-chip, multi-organ-on-a-chip for personalized medicine. The book presents the preclinical studies of organs-on-a-chip, concepts of multiple vascularized organ-on-chips, application of organ-on-a-chip in blood-brain barrier model, culture and co-culture of cells on multi-organ-on-chip and parameter measurements in microfluidic devices. It underscores the advantage of microfluidic devices for developing efficient drug carrier particles, cell-free protein synthesis systems, and rapid techniques for direct drug screening. Further, it entails human-on-a-chip for measuring the systemic response as well as immediate effects of an organ reaction on other organs. In summary, this book reviews the development of a microfluidic-based organ-on-a-chip device for the preclinical evaluation, ADME studies of drugs, chemicals, and medical devices. This book is a valuable source for pharma companies, product developers, students, researchers, academicians, and practitioners.
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    Pages: IX, 717 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811913792
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-1379-2
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    Bioelectrochemical Systems : Vol.1 Principles and Processes (2020)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Medicine Research. ; Biology Research. ; Materials science. ; Biomaterials. ; Agriculture. ; Biomedical Research. ; Materials Science. ; Biomaterials.
    Description / Table of Contents: Part 1. The Principle of Bio-electrochemical Systems+61. Bio-electrochemical systems: Principles and Application -- 2. Bioelectrochemically assisted anaerobic digestion: Principles and Perspectives -- 3. An insight into Biological Photovoltaic Cell based Electrochemical System -- 4. Electro-fermentation technology: Emerging platform -- 5. Electrochemical losses and their role in power generation -- 6. Electricity-driven microbial factory for value-added resources recovery from waste streams -- Part 2. Catalysts controlling BES implementation -- 7. Effective cathode catalysts for O2 reduction -- 8. Role of Biocatalysts in Microbial Electrosynthesis for value-added product via CO2 sequestration -- 9. Biocatalysts in electro-fermentation systems: Mixed culture and pure cultures -- 10. Bacterial metabolism coupled energetic -- 11. Electrotrophs and Electricigens; Key players in Microbial Electrophysiology -- 12. Biofilms: Engineering approaches to enhance process efficiency -- 13. The enhanced mechanism of heterotrophic denitrification in bioelectrochemical system -- 14. Nanotechnology approaches: Tunable electrode surfaces for bioelectrocatalytic conversion of greenhouse gases into valuable products.
    Abstract: This book is the first in a two-volume set devoted to bioelectrochemical systems (BESs) and the opportunities that they may offer in providing a green solution to growing energy demands worldwide. In this first volume, established research professionals explain the underlying principles and processes of BESs, providing a thorough introduction to these systems before proceeding to address the roles of cathode catalysts and biocatalysts, biofilms, heterotrophic denitrification, and nanotechnology approaches. This volume forms a sound foundation for understanding the potential industrial applications of this technology, which include in particular the generation of high-value chemicals and energy using organic wastes. These applications are the focus of the second volume, where readers will find up-to-date information on microbial fuel cells and the use of microbial biofilm- and algae-based bioelectrochemical systems for bioremediation and co-generation of valuable chemicals. The book is designed for a broad audience, including undergraduates, postgraduates, energy researchers/scientists, policymakers, and anyone else interested in the latest developments in this field.
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    Plant Stress Biology : Strategies and Trends (2020)
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    Keywords: Plant physiology. ; Botanical chemistry. ; Plants Development. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Physiology. ; Plant Biochemistry. ; Plant Development. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Abiotic Stress in Plants: An Overview -- Chapter 2. Silicon: A Plant Nutritional ‘Non-Entity’ for Mitigating Abiotic Stresses -- Chapter 3. Plant Morphological, Physiological Traits Associated with Adaptation Against Heat Stress in Wheat and Maize -- Chapter 4.Breeding and Molecular Approaches for Evolving Drought Tolerant Soybeans -- Chapter 5. Plant Roots and Mineral Nutrition: An Overview of Molecular Basis of Uptake and Regulation, and Strategies to Improve Nutrient Use Efficiency (NUE) -- Chapter 6. Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria: Mechanisms and Alleviation of Cold Stress in Plants -- Chapter 7. Microbe-mediated mitigation of abiotic stress in plants -- Chapter 8. Orchestration of microRNAs and transcription factors in regulation of plant abiotic stress response -- Chapter 9. Phytohormones:A Promising Alternative in Boosting Salinity Stress Tolerance in Plants -- Chapter 10. Microbe-Mediated Biotic Stress Signaling and Resistance Mechanisms in Plants -- Chapter 11. Role of Wrkytranscription Factor Super Family in Plant Disease Management -- Chapter 12. Unraveling the Molecular Mechanism of Magnaporthe Oryzae Induced Signaling Cascade in Rice -- Chapter 13. The Role of Endophytic Insect-Pathogenic Fungi in Biotic Stress Management -- Chapter 14. Biological Overview and Adaptability Strategies of Tamarix Plants, T. articulata and T. gallica to Abiotic Stress -- Chapter 15. Plant Synthetic Biology: A Paradigm Shift Targeting Stress Mitigation, Reduction of Ecological Footprints and Sustainable Transformation in Agriculture -- Chapter 16. Role of Calcium Signalling During Plant-Herbivore Interaction. .
    Abstract: Plants growing in the natural environment battle with a variety of biotic (pathogens infection) and abiotic (salinity, drought, heat and cold stresses etc.) stresses. These physiological stresses drastically affect plant growth and productivity under field conditions. These challenges are likely to grow as a consequences of global climate change and pose a threat to the food security. Therefore, acquaintance with underlying signalling pathways, physiological, biochemical and molecular mechanisms in plants and the role of beneficial soil microorganisms in plant’s stress tolerance are pivotal for sustainable crop production. This volume written by the experts in the stress physiology and covers latest research on plant’s tolerance to abiotic and biotic stresses. It elaborates on the potential of plant-microbe interactions to avoid the damage caused by these stresses. With comprehensive information on theoretical, technical and experimental aspects of plant stress biology, this extensive volume is a valuable resource for researchers, academician and students in the broad field of plant stress biology, physiology, microbiology, environmental and agricultural science.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9789811593802
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-9380-2
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    Ovarian Cancer Biomarkers : Mapping to Improve Outcomes (2021)
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    Keywords: Medicine Research. ; Biology Research. ; Medical genetics. ; Biomedical Research. ; Medical Genetics. ; Biomedical Research.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. General Overview of the Origins and Pathology of Ovarian Cancer -- Chapter 2_An Introduction to the Current Management of Ovarian Cancer in the Era of Precision Oncology -- Chapter 3_The Hallmarks of Ovarian Cancer: Actionable Genetics, Targetable Pathways and Predictive Biomarkers -- Chapter 4_Genetic Alterations in Ovarian Cancer as Prognostic and Predictive Biomarkers of Therapy Response and Surgical Outcomes -- Chapter 5_The Emergence of Circulating Tumor DNA in the Management of Ovarian Cancer -- Chapter 6_Proteomic Biomarkers for Early Detection and Patients’ Stratification in Ovarian Cancer -- Chapter 7_Cutting-edge Technologies and Ovarian Cancer.
    Abstract: This book comprehensively summarizes the biology, etiology, and pathology of ovarian cancer and explores the role of deep molecular and cellular profiling in the advancement of precision medicine. The initial chapter discusses our current understanding of the origin, development, progression and tumorigenesis of ovarian cancer. In turn, the book highlights the development of resistance, disease occurrence, and poor prognosis that are the hallmarks of ovarian cancer. The book then reviews the role of deep molecular and cellular profiling to overcome challenges that are associated with the treatment of ovarian cancer. It explores the use of genome-wide association analysis to identify genetic variants for the evaluation of ovarian carcinoma risk and prognostic prediction. Lastly, it highlights various diagnostic and prognostic ovarian cancer biomarkers for the development of molecular-targeted therapy.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9789811618734
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-1873-4
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    Biomedical Translational Research : Drug Design and Discovery (2022)
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    Keywords: Medicine Research. ; Biology Research. ; Drugs Design. ; Pharmaceutical chemistry. ; Genomics. ; Bioinformatics. ; Biomedical Research. ; Structure-Based Drug Design. ; Pharmaceutics. ; Genomics. ; Bioinformatics.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Emerging Technologies : Gateway to Understand Molecular Insight of Diseases, Newer Drugs, Their Design and Targeting -- Chapter 2. Polypharmacology: New Paradigms in Drug Development -- Chapter 3. Drug Repurposing in Biomedical Research : Benefits and Challenges -- Chapter 4. Computational Methods for Drug Repurposing -- Chapter 5. Genomic Approaches for Drug Repositioning -- Chapter 6. Organ-On-A- Chip: Novel in-Vitro Model For Drug Discovery -- Chapter 7. Precision Radiomolecular Oncology: Challenging the Classical Statistical Evidence Based Medicine -- Chapter 8. Drug Repositioning of the Phenylpiperazine Derivative Naftopidil in Prostate Cancer Treatment -- Chapter 9. Biomarker Based Drug Discovery and Reverse Translational Approach -- Chapter 10. Nanotechnology in Dentistry -- Chapter 11. Nanoparticles a Potential Breakthrough in Counteracting Multidrug-Resistant Bacterial Infections: A Holistic View on Underlying Mechanisms and Antibacterial Properties -- Chapter 12. Emerging Role of Cannabinoid System Modulators in Treatment of Cancer -- Chapter 13. Nanodrugs : A Futuristic Approach for Treating Nephrolithiasis -- Chapter 14. Lipo Dermaceuticals : Technological Transformation -- Chapter 15. The Importance of Drug Dose Adjustment in Elderly Patients with Special Considerations for Patients on Diverse Co-Medications and Antidepressants -- Chapter 16. Role of Microfluidics and Nano Fluidics in Managing CAD -- Chapter 17. Targeted Gene Delivery Through Magnetofection: The New Face of Medicine -- Chapter 18. Qbd-Steered Systematic Development of Drug Delivery Nanoconstructs : Vital Precepts, Retrospect and Prospects -- Chapter 19. Nanoemulsions: A Potential Advanced Nanocarrier Platform for Herbal Drug Delivery -- Chapter 20. Sirna Encapsulated Nanoparticles for Targeting Dorsal Root Ganglion (Drg) in Diabetic Neuropathic Pain -- Chapter 21. EGFR Targeted Quinazoline Clubbed Heterocycles as Anti-Cancer Agents. Chapter 22. Therapeutic Human Monoclonal Antibodies -- Chapter 23. Hydroxyapatites and Their Biomedical Applications -- Chapter 24. Recent Progress in Applications of Magnetic Nanoparticles in Medicine: A Review -- Chapter 25. Chimeric Antigen Receptor T-Cell Therapy: A Cutting Edge Therapy for Multiple Myeloma -- Chapter 26. Nanoparticles-Associated Lipopeptides: A New Class of Antimicrobials -- Chapter 27. Antimicrobial Applications of Engineered Metal-Based Nanomaterials -- Chapter 28. Strengthening Immunity-Ayurveda & Medicinal Plants -- Chapter 29. The Pathophysiology of Liver Disorders and Pharmacotherapy Options with Special Reference to Traditional Herbal Medicines: A Comprehensive Review -- Chapter 30. Polymeric Vehicles for Controlled Delivery of Ayurvedic Drugs for Wound Management.
    Abstract: This book, which is the third volume of Biomedical translational research, focuses on the fundamental role of biomedical research in developing new medicinal products. It emphasizes the importance of understanding biological and pathophysiological mechanisms underlying the disease to discover and develop new biological agents. The book uniquely explores the genomic computational integrative approach for drug repositioning. Further, it discusses the health benefits of nutraceuticals and their application in human diseases. Further, the book comprehensively reviews different computational approaches that employ GWAS data to guide drug repositioning. Finally, it summarizes the major challenges in drug development and the strategies for the rational design of the next generation more effective but less toxic therapeutic agents.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811692321
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-9232-1
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    Role of Microorganisms in Pathogenesis and Management of Autoimmune Diseases : Volume I: Liver, Skin, Thyroid, Rheumatic & Myopathic Diseases (2022)
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    Keywords: Immunology. ; Diseases Causes and theories of causation. ; Autoimmunity. ; Medicine Research. ; Biology Research. ; Immunology. ; Pathogenesis. ; Autoimmunity. ; Biomedical Research.
    Description / Table of Contents: Part I: OVERVIEW OF INFECTIOUS MICROORGANISMS & MICROBIOTA IN INDUCING AUTOIMMUNIT -- Chapter 1. The Concept of Infection Triggered autoimmunity -- Chapter 2. The interaction of gut microbiota with immune system and their effects on immune cell development and function -- Chapter 3. The Link between gut microbiota and autoimmune diseases -- Chapter 4. The factors influencing gut microbiota in autoimmune diseases -- PART II: MICROORGANISMS IN PATHOGENESIS & MANAGEMENT OF AUTOIMMUNE LIVER DISEASES -- Chapter 5. Microorganisms in pathogenesis and management of Autoimmune hepatitis (AIH) -- Chapter 6. Microorganisms in pathogenesis and management of Primary Biliary Cholangitis -- Chapter 7. Microorganisms in pathogenesis and management of Primary biliary cholangitis -- PART III: MICROORGANISMS IN PATHOGENESIS & MANAGEMENT OF SKIN AUTOIMMUNE DISEASES -- Chapter 8. Microorganisms in pathogenesis and management of Psoriasis -- Chapter 9. Microorganisms in pathogenesis and management of Vitiligo -- Chapter 10. Microorganisms in pathogenesis and management of Scleroderma (systemic sclerosis) -- Chapter 11. Microorganisms in pathogenesis and management of Atopic Dermatitis -- Chapter 12. Microorganisms in pathogenesis and management of Pemphigus Vulgaris -- Chapter 13. Microorganisms in pathogenesis and management of Bullous pemphigoid -- PART IV: MICROORGANISMS IN PATHOGENESIS & MANAGEMENT OF AUTOIMMUNE THYROID DISEASES -- Chapter 14. Microorganisms in pathogenesis and management of Graves's Disease -- Chapter 15. Microorganisms in pathogenesis and management of Hashimoto's Thyroiditis -- PART V: MICROORGANISMS IN PATHOGENESIS & MANAGEMENT OF AUTOIMMUNE RHEUMATIC DISEASES -- Chapter 16. Microorganisms in pathogenesis and management of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) -- Chapter 17. Microorganisms in pathogenesis and management of Spondyloarthritis -- Chapter 18. Microorganisms in pathogenesis and management of Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) -- Chapter 19. Microorganisms in pathogenesis and management of Psoriasis Arthritis (PsA) -- Chapter 20. Microorganisms in pathogenesis and management of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) -- Chapter 21. Microorganisms in pathogenesis and management of Sjogren’s syndrome -- Chapter 22. Autoimmune Diseases Associated with Chikungunya Infection -- PART VI: MICROORGANISMS IN PATHOGENESIS & MANAGEMENT OF IDIOPATHIC INFLAMMATORY MYOPATHIES -- Chapter 23. Microorganisms in pathogenesis and management of dermatomyositis (DM) and polymyositis (PM) -- Chapter 24. Microorganisms in pathogenesis and management of necrotizing autoimmune myopathy (NAM) and inclusion body myositis (IBM).
    Abstract: This book in the two volume set provides comprehensive coverage on how microbial pathogens can subvert our immune system into responding against self and resulting into autoimmune diseases. In particular, the book covers the different aspects of linking gut microbiota dysbiosis with autoimmune mechanisms involved in disease development to identify future effective approaches based on the gut microbiota for preventing these autoimmune diseases. Contributions in the book focuses on the role of microbiota/probiotics and their distinct mechanisms exerted in management of autoimmune liver, skin, thyroid, rheumatic and myopathic diseases. This could help in better understanding to design therapeutic strategies that can be deployed to prevent these autoimmune diseases. The book has an interdisciplinary appeal and scholars with an interest immunology, medical microbiology and nutritional sciences will value its contribution. Overall, the book gives a new dimensions and insight in the aspects of microbial role in autoimmune disease pathogenesis and therapeutic aspects.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811919466
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-1946-6
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    Biosystematics of Triticeae : Volume V. Genera: Campeiostachys, Elymus,Pascopyrum, Lophopyrum, Trichopyrum, Hordelymus, Festucopsis, Peridictyon, and Psammopyrum (2022)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Plants Evolution. ; Evolution (Biology). ; Agriculture. ; Plant Evolution. ; Evolutionary Biology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Biosystematics of Genus Campeiostachys -- Chapter 2. Biosystematics of Genus Elymus -- Chapter 3. Biosystematics of Genus Pascopyrum -- Chapter 4. Biosystematics of Genus Lophopyrum -- Chapter 5. Biosystems of Genus Trichopyrum -- Chapter 6. Biosystematics of genus Hordelymus -- Chapter 7. Biosystematics of Genus Festucopsis -- Chapter 8. Biosystematics of Genus Peridictyon -- Chapter 9. Biosystematics of Genus Psammopyrum.-.
    Abstract: This book review and rearrange the research data of Triticeae published over hundreds of years, applying a modern scientific approach. Triticeae is an important tribe in the grass family (Peaceae). It includes the major cereal crops, such as wheat, barley and rye, in addition to many valuable forage crops found in different genera, such as Elymus, Agropyron, Pasthyrostachys, and Leymus. The knowledge of appropriate Triticeae taxonomy and biosystematics will serve as genetic breeding of wheat, barley, rye and forage grass. The authors attempted to remain the truth and remove the false for deriving a more natural biosystematics of Triticeae. This book covers taxonomy, cytogenetics, and molecular phylogeny. It summarizes the biosystematics of Triticeae with comprehensive and updated data. This book is divided into five volumes (Volumes 1- 5), and includes 30 genera, 2 subgenera, 464 species, 9 subspecies, and 186 varieties in Triticeae. Volume 5 introduces nine perennial genera in Triticeae: Campeiostachys, Elymus, Pascopyrum, Lophopyrum, Trichopyrum, Hordelymus, Festucopsis, Peridictyon, and Psammopyrum. Elymus (StH), Campeiostachys (StYH), Lophopyrum (E), and Trichopyrum (ESt)are polymorphic genus. They show similar morphological characters, and it is difficult to distinguish them based merely on morphological variation. Pascopyrum (StHNsXm), Hordelymus (XoXr), Festucopsis (L), Peridictyon (Xp), and Psammopyrum (EL) are small genera, mostly monotypic genera. This book can serve as highly qualified, valuable, and convenient handbooks for audiences who are interested in Triticeae. This book also includes many illustrations, in addition to the description, to help the audience understand, morphological features of the concerned taxa, which makes the explanation more precise and obvious. It is a useful tool to understand the relationship among species in Triticeae.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811900150
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-0015-0
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    Glycosignals in Cancer : Molecular Assembly and Recognition (2023)
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    Keywords: Medicine Research. ; Biology Research. ; Medical genetics. ; Life sciences. ; Cytology. ; Internal medicine. ; Biomedical Research. ; Medical Genetics. ; Life Sciences. ; Cell Biology. ; Internal Medicine.
    Description / Table of Contents: Part I. Search for novel tumor epitopes related to carbohydrates -- Chapter 1.1. The ganglioside structures: chemistry and biochemistry -- Chapter 1.2. Fucosylated proteins as cancer biomarkers -- Part II. Assembly of glycoconjugates -- Chapter 2.1. Siglec-7 and synthetic sialylpolymer -- Chapter 2.2. Role of Sialyl-Tn antigen in Cancer Metastasis -- Chapter 2.3. Insights into the Role of Chondroitin Sulfate in Cancer -- Part III. Signaling pathways modulated by glycosylation -- Chapter 3.1. Significance of FUT8in pancreatic cancer and others -- Chapter 3.2. Effects of Bullfrog sialic acid-binding lectin in cancer cells -- Part IV. Interaction between carbohydrate and carbohydrate-recognizing molecules -- Chapter 4.1. Opposite functions of mono- and disialylated glycosphingolipids on the membrane of cancer cells -- Chapter 4.2. Tumor progression through interaction of mucins with lectins and subsequent signal transduction -- Part V. Clinical trials targeting glycosignals -- Chapter 5.1. Immunotherapy of Neuroblastoma Targeting GD2 and Beyond.
    Abstract: This book, now in an extensively revised second edition, provides a comprehensive summary of the latest knowledge regarding glycosignals and a thorough analysis of their involvement in not only cancers but also other refractory conditions such as chronic inflammatory disorders. Many relevant topics are covered, including the search for novel tumor epitopes related to carbohydrates, the assembly of glycoconjugates, the modulation of signaling pathways by glycosylation, and interactions between complex carbohydrates and their recognition molecules. The role of various research approaches, for example advanced mass spectrometry, high-resolution imaging, and bioinformatics, is closely examined, and the results of novel therapeutic trials targeting glycosignals are discussed. The book will be essential reading for students and young researchers with an interest in glycoscience. In presenting new results and approaches and identifying areas for future research, it will also be of benefit for specialists in the field.
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    Edition: 2nd ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811977329
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    Plant Tissue Culture: New Techniques and Application in Horticultural Species of Tropical Region (2022)
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    Keywords: Plant biotechnology. ; Physiology. ; Agriculture. ; Biology Technique. ; Plant Biotechnology. ; Physiology. ; Agriculture. ; Biological Techniques.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. General information: some aspects of plant tissue culture -- Chapter 2. The use of the paraffin embedding method in the study of cultured explants I: Background information -- Chapter 3. The paraffin embedding method II: Protocols -- Chapter 4. A simple guide to the use of compresstome in plant research -- Chapter 5. Establishment of nylon bag culture system in regeneration and micropropagation -- Chapter 6. Wounding manipulation and shoot tip removal methods in the micropropagation of Paphiopedilum callosum -- Chapter 7. Stem elongation for plant micropropagation -- Chapter 8. Somatic embryogenesis as a tool for propagating of some plants -- Chapter 9. Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) in plant regeneration, growth and secondary metabolite accumulation -- Chapter 10. In vitro hydroponic culture system in plant micropropagation -- Chapter 11. Microponic culture system in the propagation of some plants -- Chapter 12. The application of thin cell layers culture technique in plant regeneration and micropropagation - latest achievements -- Chapter 13. In vitro flowering of T. fournieri -- Chapter 14. The use of silver nanoparticles as a disinfectant and media additive in plant micropropagation -- Chapter 15. Enhanced growth and overcoming abnormal phenomena in micropropagation by nanoparticles -- Chapter 16. A protocol of shoot regeneratin and polyploid plantlet production in P. villosum -- Chapter 17. In vitro growth and development of plants under stimulated microgravity condition -- Chapter 18. Wireless light-emitting diode system for micropropagating of Chrysanthemum and Strawberry.
    Abstract: This book presents latest work in the field of plant biotechnology regarding high-efficiency micropropagation for commercial exploitation at low labor and equipment costs. The book consists of 18 chapters on establishing advanced culture systems, techniques as well as latest modification protocols on a variety of crops. It also discusses new methods such as nylon film culture system, light-emitting diode and wireless light-emitting diode system, stem elongation, wounding manipulation and shoot tip removal, in vitro hydroponic and microponic culture system, thin cell layer culture system etc. Plant cell tissue has been developed more than fifty years ago. Since then applications of in vitro plant propagation expanded rapidly all around the world and played as an important role in agricultural and horticultural systems. This book will be of interest to teachers, researchers, scientists, capacity builders and policymakers. Also the book serves as additional reading material for undergraduate and graduate students of agriculture, forestry, ecology, soil science, and environmental sciences.
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    ISBN: 9789811664984
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    Food Packaging: The Smarter Way (2022)
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    Keywords: Medicine Research. ; Biology Research. ; Food science. ; Nanotechnology. ; Biomedical Research. ; Food Science. ; Food Engineering. ; Food Nanotechnology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Chapter 1. Food packaging industry - An introduction -- Chapter 2. Toward Smarter Food Packaging -- Chapter 3. Novel packaging development, assessment and authentication using smart technologies, non-invasive biometric sensory tools, and artificial intelligence -- Chapter 4. Biodegradable packaging materials and techniques to improve their performance -- Chapter 5. Smart Freshness Indicator for Animal Based Products Packaging - Current Status.-Chapter 6. Packaging of dairy products-Emerging strategies -- Chapter 7. Functional packaging materials for fishery products applications -- Chapter 8. Edible films and coatings: Major challenges and potential applications in food Packaging: A Review.-Chapter 9. Role of sensors to improve food/beverage packaging -- Chapter 10. Functional nanomaterials for food packaging applications -- Chapter 11. Rules and regulations related with packaging.
    Abstract: This book reviews the science and technology of food packaging and covers the potential innovations in the food packaging sector. At the same time, it highlights the issues and prospects for linking the laboratory research to the market. In addition to typical packaging requirements such as food quality, shelf life, protection, communication, and marketing, the book emphasizes the need for novel packaging materials, including biodegradable packaging for a variety of food products. A wide range of food products has been kept in focus and includes animal-based food products such as dairy products and sea foods. The book presents the next level of packaging solutions i.e., smart packaging with the applications of potential tools such as intelligent and active packaging, and includes the latest research on emerging digital technologies for packaging development, assessment, and acceptability. It further highlights the strategies including blends, reinforcing agents, cold plasma, UV light applications, chemical, and enzymatic methods and explores the new opportunities leading to improvement in the packaging performance. Smart freshness indicator applications, including gas and time-temperature indicators for quality and safety of packaged products, have been covered in detail. The book also includes the functional characteristics of edible films and coatings, including their bioactive characteristics. Finally the book presents the rules and regulation related to packaging.
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    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-7196-8
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    Theories and Methods for Minimizing Cadmium Pollution in Crops : Case Studies on Water Spinach (2022)
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    Keywords: Botanical chemistry. ; Agriculture. ; Plant diseases. ; Plant physiology. ; Plant biotechnology. ; Plant genetics. ; Plant Biochemistry. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Pathology. ; Plant Physiology. ; Plant Biotechnology. ; Plant Genetics.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Cadmium Contamination in Agricultural Soils and Crops -- Chapter 2. Intraspecific Variations in Cadmium Accumulation Capacity of Crops and Application of Pollution-safe Cultivar -- Chapter 3. Cultivar-dependent Cadmium Uptake and Translocation of Water Spinach and Its Stability -- Chapter 4. The Effects of Rhizosphere Properties on Shoot Cd Accumulation of Water Spinach -- Chapter 5. A Decisive Role of Roots on Shoot Cd Accumulation of Water Spinach -- Chapter 6. Subcellular and Chemical Mechanisms Affecting the Cultivar-dependent Cd Accumulation of Ipomoea aquatica Forsk -- Chapter 7. Breeding of New Cultivar of Water Spinach with Low Shoot Cd and Pb Accumulations -- Chapter 8. Differences of Cd-induced Gene Expressions between Low- and High-Cd Accumulating Cultivars of Water Spinach: a Case Using Suppression Subtractive Hybridization (SSH) Method -- Chapter 9. Comparative Transcriptome and MicroRNAs Analyses between Low- and High-Cd Accumulating Cultivars of Water Spinach.-Chapter 10. Perspectives on the Marker-assisted Breeding of the Cd-PSCs.
    Abstract: The cadmium (Cd) contamination has raised increasingly global concern on food safety. The book was composed to bring comprehensive and valuable thoughts about the food safety management against heavy metal contamination. In this book, current status of cadmium contamination in agricultural soils and crops is systematically summarized. In order to reduce the risk of Cd pollution in crops, Cd pollution-safe cultivar (Cd-PSC) strategy, i.e. identifying, breeding and applying the cultivars with particularly low Cd accumulation capacity in edible parts even when grown in Cd contaminated soil, is proposed as a most effective, low-cost and environmental-friendly method for minimizing Cd pollution in crops. To describe the framework of the Cd-PSC strategy, a series research results on water spinach (Ipomoea aquatica Forsk) are summarized as a typical case. The latest findings about the Cd-PSCs of water spinach, including cultivar variation in shoot Cd accumulation, identification and verification of low- and high-Cd accumulating cultivars, stability of Cd accumulation capacity at the cultivar level, biochemical and molecular mechanisms of the cultivar-dependent Cd uptake, transfer and accumulation, breeding methods for improving Cd-PSCs, and so on, have been covered. This book will provide valuable theoretical and practical understandings for controlling Cd pollution in crops grown on agricultural soils with known or unknown risk of Cd contamination.
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    Pages: XVII, 211 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811677519
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-7751-9
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-16-7751-9
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    Fundamentals of Field Crop Breeding (2022)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Agriculture. ; Genetics. ; Biotechnology. ; Plant Science. ; Agriculture. ; Genetics and Genomics. ; Biotechnology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1: Breeding Field Crops – History, Current Status And Introspections -- Chapter 2: Wheat Breeding -- Chapter 3: Rice Breeding -- Chapter 4: Maize Breeding -- Chapter 5: Barley Breeding -- Chapter 6: Pearl Millet Breeding. Chapter 7: Sorghum Breeding. Chapter 8: Small Millets Breeding -- Chapter 9: Sugarcane Breeding -- Chapter 10: Jute Breeding -- Chapter 11: Cotton Breeding -- Chapter 12: Maintenance Breeding Of Pusa Basmati Varieties -- Chapter 13: Maintenance Breeding -- Chapter 14: Efficient Breeding Of Crop Plants -- Chapter 15: Brassica Breeding -- Chapter 16: Groundnut Breeding -- Chapter 17: Soybean Breeding -- Chapter 18: Castor Breeding -- Chapter 19: Sunflower Breeding -- Chapter 20: Chickpea Breeding -- Chapter 21: Pigeonpea Breeding -- Chapter 22: Mungbean Breeding -- Chapter 23: Urdbean Breeding -- Chapter 24: Lentil Breeding -- Chapter 25: Fieldpea Breeding -- Chapter 26: Lathyrus Breeding.
    Abstract: This book is an advanced textbook and a reference book for the post-graduate plant-breeding students and the plant breeders. It consolidates fundamental concepts and also the latest advances in plant-breeding practices including development in crop genomics. It contains crop wise explanation on origin, reproduction, genetics of yield contributing traits, biotic and abiotic stresses, nutritional improvement and crop specific plant-breeding procedures and techniques. The chapters are planned to describe crop-focused breeding procedure for the major crop plants as per their economic importance. The recent developments in breeding of field crops have been reported. The recent progress made in mapping traits of economic importance has been critically reviewed for each crop. The progress made in markers assisted selected in few crops has been summarized. This book bridges the knowledge gap and bring to the researchers and students information on modern breeding tools for developing biotic and abiotic stress tolerant, climate resilient and micronutrient rich varieties of field crops. The chapters in book are contributed by experienced Plant Breeders.
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    Pages: XIV, 1389 p. 109 illus., 98 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811692574
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-9257-4
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-16-9257-4
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    Plant Stress Mitigators : Action and Application (2022)
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    Keywords: Stress (Physiology). ; Plants. ; Botany. ; Agriculture. ; Microbiology. ; Plant Stress Responses. ; Plant Science. ; Agriculture. ; Microbiology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Climate change impact on alteration of plant traits -- Chapter 2. Climate change: A key factor for regulating microbial interaction with plants -- Chapter 3. Climate Change and Soil Fertility -- Chapter 4. IMPACTS ON PLANT GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT UNDER STRESS -- Chapter 5. Consequences of Climate Change over Soil Dynamics: An Update -- 6. Physiological effects of drought stress in plants -- 7. Bioremediation Based Microorganisms Decelerate Due to Climate Change to Breakdown Pollutants -- 8. Impact of climate change on soil microorganisms regulating nutrient transformation -- 9. CLIMATE CHANGE: CURRENT SCENARIO, ITS IMPLICATIONS ON SOIL HEALTH AND MITIGATION -- 10. Habitat Imposed Stress Tolerance by Plants via Soil-Microbe Interactions -- 11. Habitat Imposed Stress Tolerance by Plants via Soil-Microbe Interactions -- 12. IAA biosynthesis in bacteria and its role in plant-microbe interaction for drought stress management -- 13. Role of Plant–microbe interactions in combating salinity stress -- 14. Beneficial rhizobacteria unveiling plant fitness under climate change -- 15. Microorganisms: The viable approach for mitigation of abiotic stress -- 16. Emerging microbe mediated advanced technology to mitigate climatic stresses in plants and soil health: current perspectives and future challenges -- 17. Biotechnological approaches for mitigation and adaptation of climate change.-18. Use of synthetic ecology approach in exploring plant-microbial interactions under habitat-imposed stresses.-19. Drought tolerance mechanisms in crop plants -- 20. MICROBES MEDIATED AMELIORATION OF SALINITY STRESS IN CROPS -- 21. EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES TO UNDERSTAND PLANT‐MICROBE RESPONSES ON CLIMATIC CHANGE -- 22. Functional diversity of microbes in rhizosphere: a key player for soil health conservation under changing climatic conditions -- 23. The Role of Polyamines in Drought Tolerance in Plants -- 24. Portfolio of drought stress response and genetic enhancement strategies for development of future drought-tolerant crop -- 25. ALLEVIATING ABIOTIC STRESS IN PLANTS USING NANOPARTICLES -- 26. Climate change mitigation through agroforestry: socioeconomic and environmental consequences -- 27. An overview on Soybean mosaic virus and its management -- 28. An overview of microbial mediated alleviation of abiotic stresses response in plant.
    Abstract: This edited compilation explores role of climate change in plant stresses, their mitigators, their role, mode of action and, application. The book discusses molecular and physiological mechanisms involved in plant stress physiology and the working mechanism of stress mitigators. It collates information from latest research conducted on plant stress mitigators, and highlights new strategies related to beneficial microorganisms that support plants under various stresses. These mitigators have gained attention of both farmers and industry for their application in organic farming. Plant stress mitigators have a huge global market. They follow different action mechanism for enhancing plant growth and stress tolerance capacity including nutrient solubilizing and mobilizing, bicontrol activity against plant pathogens, phytohormone production, soil conditioning and many more unrevealed mechanisms. This book elaborates stress alleviation action of different plant stress mitigators on crops grown under optimal and sub-optimal growing conditions. It addresses mainly three subthemes -- (1) Climate change impacts on plant and soil health (2) Microbe mediated plant stress mitigation and (3) Advances in plant stress mitigation. The book is a relevant reading for Post graduate students, researchers in the field of plant stress physiology, Plant-microbe interaction, biochemistry and plant molecular biology and industries related to seed production, biofertilizer and biopesticides.
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    ISBN: 9789811677595
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-7759-5
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    New Horizons in Wheat and Barley Research : Crop Protection and Resource Management (2022)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Agricultural biotechnology. ; Plant diseases. ; Agronomy. ; Agriculture. ; Agricultural Biotechnology. ; Plant Pathology. ; Agronomy.
    Description / Table of Contents: Part 1 Paradigm shifts in disease management -- 1 Wheat rust research-shifting paradigms globally -- 2 Forecasting of Wheat Diseases: Insights, Methods and Challenges -- 3 Leaf blight disease of wheat and barley-Past present and future -- 4 Smut and bunt diseases of Wheat: Biology, Identification and Management -- 5 Powdery mildew of wheat: Research progress, Opportunities and Challenges -- 6 Antimicrobial agents for wheat disease: Mode of action and its application -- 7 Integrated Management of Barley Diseases: Current Status and Future Research Priorities -- 8 Viral diseases of wheat: Research Progress and future perspectives -- Part 2 Innovations in entomology and nematology research -- 9 Biology and management strategies of major insect-pests of wheat -- 10 Technological Innovations for the Management of Insect-pests in Stored Grains -- 11 Modern Approaches for the Management of Cereal Cyst Nematodes in Wheat and Barley -- 12 Nanotechnology for wheat and barley health management: Current scenario and future prospectus -- Part 3 Expanding horizons in resource management -- 13 Integrated Management Practices for incremental wheat productivity -- 14 Improved Agronomic Practices for Enhancing the Resource Use Efficiency and Productivity of Wheat and Barley.-15 Efficient irrigation water management in rice-wheat cropping system -- 16 Fertilizer consumption in wheat production systems: Trends and Policies -- 17 Technical Efficiency in Indian Wheat Production: Regional Trends and Way Forward -- 18 Frontier Mechanization Technologies for Wheat Based Cropping Systems -- 19 Innovative pathways to increase resource conservation and nutrient use efficiency in rice-wheat cropping systems for food security and decreased environmental footprints -- 20 Integrated Weed Management in Wheat and Barley: Global perspective -- 21 Agroforestry for Sustainable Cereal based Cropping Systems in Indo-gangetic Plain Region. .
    Abstract: This book discusses the research progress on pathology, entomology, nematology, and resource management of wheat and barley crops. The volume summarizes the research progress and discusses the future perspectives based on current understanding of the existing issues and advancing cutting-edge technologies in the field. The book aims to help in deciding future research and development agenda by devising better strategies and techniques to cultivate these crops under clean and sustainable environment. Through this book an international group of leading wheat and barley researchers unveil the emerging concepts and issues related to biotic stresses and resource management and offers latest glimpses of technological needs and resource optimization in wheat and barley production system. Also, key topics such as frontier mechanization technologies, improved precision farming techniques, pluralistic extension and policy interventions for enhancing the resource efficiency and livelihood security of the farmers are explored here. This book is of interest to teachers, researchers, molecular breeders, cereal biochemists and biotechnologists, policymakers and professionals working in the area of wheat and barley research, food and cereal industry. Also, the book serves as an additional reading material for undergraduate and graduate students of agriculture and food sciences. National and international agricultural scientists, policy makers will also find this book to be a useful read. Volume 1 of New Horizons in Wheat and Barley Research covers global trends, breeding and quality enhancement.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811641343
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-4134-3
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    Rhizosphere Microbes : Soil and Plant Functions (2020)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Plant physiology. ; Plant diseases. ; Microbial ecology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Physiology. ; Plant Pathology. ; Microbial Ecology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Microbial Interactions in the Rhizosphere Contributing Crop Resilience to Biotic and Abiotic Stresses -- Chapter 2. Rhizosphere microbes for sustainable maintenance of plant health and soil fertility -- Chapter 3. Dissecting Structure and Function of Plant Rhizomicrobiome: A Genomic Approach -- Chapter 4. Plant Root Exudates as Determinant Of Rhizomicrobiome -- Chapter 5. Rhizospheric Microbial Community: Ecology, Methods and Functions -- Chapter 6. Signaling in the Rhizosphere for Better Plant and Soil Health -- Chapter 7. Microbial Transformation of Nutrients in Soil: An Overview -- Chapter 8. Microbial indicator of soil health: Conventional to Modern Approaches -- Chapter 9. Rhizosphere Microbes – Driver for Soil Health Management -- Chapter 10. Ralstonia solanacearum: - Biology and its Management in Solanaceous Crops -- Chapter 11. Seed Endophytes: The Benevolent Existence in the Plant System -- Chapter 12. Exploitation of plant tissue invading rhizospheric microbes as biofertilizer -- Chapter 13. Contribution of Microbe-Mediated Processes in Nitrogen Cycle to Attain Environmental Equilibrium -- Chapter 14. Contribution of Zinc Solubilizing and Mobilizing Microorganisms (ZSMM) to Enhance Zinc for Better Soil, Plant and Human Health -- Chapter 15. Fungal Siderophore: Biosynthesis, Transport, Regulation, and Potential Applications -- Chapter 16. Status of Silicon in Ecosystem, Silicon Solubilization by Rhizospheric Microorganisms and their Impact on Crop Productivity -- Chapter 17. Diversity and Function of Microbes Associated with Rhizosphere of Finger Millet (Eleusine coracana) -- Chapter 18. Diversity and community structure of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi in the rhizosphere of salt affected soils -- Chapter 19. Beta-glucanolytic soil actinomycetes- Diversity and applications -- Chapter 20. Microbial Diversity of Chickpea Rhizosphere -- Chapter 21. The rhizosphere microbiome and its role in plant growth in stressed environment -- Chapter 22. Rhizobacteria mediated alleviation of abiotic stresses in crops -- Chapter 23. Rhizospheric Microbes as Potential Tool for Remediation of Carbofuran: An Overview -- Chapter 24. Trichoderma spp.: A Unique Fungal Biofactory for Healthy Plant Growth -- Chapter 25. Management of Sclerotium rolfsii induced Diseases in Crops by Trichoderma species -- Chapter 26. Biotic Stress Management in Horticultural Crops through Microbial Intervention -- Chapter 27. Commercial aspects of biofertilizers and biostimulants development utilizing rhizosphere microbes: global and indian scenario.
    Abstract: Plants create a dynamic micro-biosphere in the soil, around the roots, called as ‘rhizosphere’, which harbors diverse number of microorganisms for sustaining their growth and development. A soil with diverse and multi-traits microbial communities is considered healthy to enhance crop productivity. In the last decades, rhizosphere biology has gained attention due to unraveling of new mechanisms, processes and molecules in the rhizosphere that contributes towards the promotion of plant productivity. The rhizospheric microbes and associated processes are being utilized for harnessing potential of soils in effective and sustainable functioning in the agro-ecosystems. Broadly, the book discusses rhizospheric microbes and their role in modulating functions of soil and crop plant. Specifically, it highlights conventional and modern aspects of rhizosphere microbes such as – microbiome in the rhizosphere, microbes as an indicator and promoter of soil health, rhizosphere microbes as biofertilizer, biostimulator and biofortifyer, microbial signaling in the rhizosphere, recent tools in deciphering rhizobiome, and regulatory mechanisms for commercialization of biofertilizer, biopesticide and biostimulator. The book is useful for agriculture scientist, biotechnologist, plant pathologist, mycologist, and microbiologist, farming community, scientist of R&D organization, as well as teaching community, researcher and student and policy maker.
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    Pages: XX, 682 p. 68 illus., 56 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9789811591549
    Series Statement: Microorganisms for Sustainability, 23
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-9154-9
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    Soil Water Deficit and Physiological Issues in Plants (2021)
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    Keywords: Plant physiology. ; Ecology . ; Agriculture. ; Plant Physiology. ; Ecology. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Effect of soil water deficits on plant-water relationship -- Chapter 2. Effects of soil water deficit on carbon metabolism of plants: A review -- Chapter 3. Effect of soil water deficit on nitrogen metabolism in plants: A review -- Chapter 4. Mineral nutrition under soil water deficit condition: A review -- Chapter 5. Effects of soil water deficit on growth and development of plants: A review -- Chapter 6. Soil water deficit and role of plant growth hormones: A review -- Chapter 7. Dry matter production, partitioning and seed yield under soil water deficit: A review.
    Abstract: This book explores the impact of soil water deficiency on various aspects of physiological processes in plants. The book explains the effects under soil water deficit condition such as lowering of plant water content, disturbance in carbon metabolism such in photosynthesis, photorespiration and respiration as well as effects of soil water deficit on nitrogen metabolism. The book also educates the readers about, mineral nutrition under soil water deficit condition and roles of different nutrient to overcome water deficit. Changes in growth and development pattern of plant under soil water deficit condition and effects on growth and development are elaborated. This book is of interest to teachers, researchers, scientists in botany and agriculture. Also the book serves as additional reading material for undergraduate and graduate students of agriculture, forestry, ecology, soil science, and environmental sciences. National and international agricultural scientists, policy makers will also find this to be a useful read. The in depth description of the major physiological issues in plants under soil water deficit that are presented in this book will help breeders tailoring crops for desirable physiological survival traits in the face of increasing soil water deficit. This book is an impactful addition to the library of any faculty members, researchers, agricultural policy planner, post graduate or student studying in plant physiology, biochemistry, microbiology and other subjects related to crop husbandry.
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    Pages: XXI, 702 p. 27 illus., 7 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9789813362765
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-33-6276-5
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    Nitrogen Fixing Bacteria: Sustainable Growth of Non-legumes (2022)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Agricultural ecology. ; Microbiology. ; Ecology . ; Agriculture. ; Agroecology. ; Microbiology. ; Ecology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Biological Nitrogen Fixation in Non-legumes: Introduction -- Chapter 2. Symbiotic and Asymbiotic Nitrogen Fixation: An Overview -- Chapter 3. Interactions of Rhizobia with Non-leguminous Plants – A Molecular Ecology Perspective for Enhanced Plant Growth -- Chapter 4. Biotechnological Solutions to Improve Nitrogenous Nutrition in Non-legume Crops -- Chapter 5. Contribution of Nitrogen Fixing Bacteria in Rice Cultivation: Past, Present and Future -- Chapter 6. Nitrogen-Fixing Archaea and Sustainable Agriculture -- Chapter 7. Root Nodule Bacteria-Rhizobia: Exploring the Beneficial Effects on Non-legume Plant Growth -- Chapter 8. Interactions of Nitrogen Fixing Bacteria and Cereal Crops: An Important Dimension -- Chapter 9. Microbiome to the Rescue: Nitrogen Cycling and Fixation in Non-legumes -- Chapter 10. Biological Nitrogen Fixation in the Rhizosphere of Cacao (Theobroma cacao L.) and Coffee (Coffea spp.) and its Role in Sustainable Agriculture -- Chapter 11. Plant Growth-promoting Bacteria and Nitrogen Fixing Bacteria: Sustainability of Non-legume Crops -- Chapter 12. Harnessing Cereal-Rhizobial Interactions for Plant-Growth Promotion and Sustainable Crop Production -- Chapter 13. Ecology of Nitrogen-fixing Bacteria for Sustainable Development of Non-legume Crops -- Chapter 14. Role of Bacterial Secondary Metabolites in Modulating Nitrogen-fixation in Non-legume Plants -- Chapter 15. Progress of N Fixation by Rice-Rhizobium Association -- Chapter 16. N Fixation by Free-living and Endophytic Bacteria and Their Impact on Field Crops with Emphasis on Rice -- Chapter 17. Conclusions: The Rhizobial Eminence for Biological Nitrogen Fixation - Revisited and Refined.
    Abstract: “Zero Hunger” is one of the several Sustainable Development Goal can be achieved by an ever-green revolution. The nitrogen-fixing bacteria are game-changer and prime players for nitrogen homeostasis in the ecosystem. The playbacks of biological nitrogen fixation in the agroecosystem have been realized from symbiosis to associative and free-living interaction in a broad range of non-legume crops. The jab of various rhizobia, non-rhizobia, and free-living bacteria to the non-legumes has commenced, where they set themselves intercellularly within the root system, fixing nitrogen for enhanced crop production. This book marks new frontiers of Nitrogen-Fixing Bacteria and their versatile interaction with Non-legume and Sustainable Growth.
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    Pages: XIV, 390 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811949067
    Series Statement: Microorganisms for Sustainability, 36
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-4906-7
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    Millet Rhizosphere (2023)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Agronomy. ; Soil science. ; Plant physiology. ; Microbiology. ; Agriculture. ; Agronomy. ; Soil Science. ; Plant Physiology. ; Microbiology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1 -- Plant-microbe interactions promoting millets plant growth and health: Perspectives for use of microorganisms in millets production, Chapter 2 -- Diversity and function of microbes associated with the rhizosphere of millets, Chapter 3 -- Biodiversity of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi and its impact on millets growth, Chapter 4 -- Drought-tolerant plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria associated with millets, Chapter 5 -- Identification of novel microbial strain for reduced pesticide use in millets, Chapter 6 -- Current insights into the role of rhizosphere bacteria in disease suppression in millets, Chapter 7 -- Comparison of rhizospheric functional diversity between chemically fertilized and bioinoculated millet, Chapter 8 -- Deciphering the role and diversity of microbes present in millet rhizosphere, Chapter 9 -- Role of phosphate solubilizing microbes on phosphorous availability and yield attributes of millet, Chapter 10 -- Impact of rhizosphere ecology on nitrogen fixation in millets, Chapter 11 -- Synergistic effects of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi and PGPR on yield improvements in millets, Chapter 13 -- Understanding of belowground biochemical communication in millets through metabolomics, Chapter 14 -- Prospects of gene editing techniques in manipulating the rhizosphere microbiome for millets productivity, Chapter 15 -- Effect of nano-formulated agrochemicals on rhizospheric communities in millets, Chapter 16 -- Potential application of nanotechnology in biofertilizer formulation for millets.
    Abstract: This edited volume is the first book that explicitly explains the link between the extraordinarily small-scale microbial processes and the growth and yield attributes of millet crops. This book includes chapters emphasizing on the effects of rhizosphere biology on long-term millet crop management. Millets are a collection of small-grained cereal grasses that are grown for human carbohydrate needs. They are among the oldest crops, mainly divided into two groups: major and small millets based on seed size. Major millets are composed of sorghum (Sorghum bicolor) and pearl millet (Pennisetum glaucum); while small millets are composed of six species that includes finger millet (Eleusine coracana (L.)), little millet (Panicum sumatrense), kodo millet (Paspalum scrobiculatum (L.)), foxtail millet (Setaria italica (L.)), barnyard millet (Echinochloa frumentacea (L.)), and proso millet (Panicum miliaceum (L.). These crops are earlier considered as orphan crops, but recently due to their nutritional values it is gaining the importance. Various reports are published based on role of rhizosphere on growth and health of these crops. The rhizosphere being a dynamic interface among the plant roots and soil microbes provides a number of advantages to the millets too. The soil properties in rhizospheric region are also different as compared to the bulk soil. This book discovers the functional attributes of rhizosphere in promoting the healthy growth of millet crop and achieving higher yield during the changing climatic condition. This book is of interest to university teachers, scientists working in the millets, and policymakers in agricultural departments. Also, the book serves as additional reading material for undergraduate and graduate students of agriculture, biotechnology, microbiology, genetics, and soil science.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819921669
    Series Statement: Rhizosphere Biology,
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    Innovation for Environmentally-friendly Food Production and Food Safety in China (2023)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Agronomy. ; Subsistence farming. ; Agriculture. ; Agronomy. ; Subsistence Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Introduction -- Chapter 2. Precision agriculture and nitrogen management technologies -- Chapter 3. Food safety and the importance of comprehensive analytical methods for pesticides and other contaminants -- Chapter 4. Artificial intelligence and hyperspectral modeling for soil management -- Chapter 5. Biochar-based technology in food production, climate change mitigation and sustainable agricultural soil management - post Terra Preta era -- Chapter 6. Diversity and ecological functions of soil microbial community in black soil in northeast China -- Chapter 7. Lignosulphonates as soil amendments in agriculture -- Chapter 8. Ecological functions of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi in agriculture -- Chapter 9. The agro-extension service evolution in China and Norway: different pathways to tackle evolving challenges -- Chapter 10. Climate smart agriculture in China: current status and future perspectives -- Chapter 11. China-Africa joint force on integrated pest and disease management (IPM) for food security - fall armyworm as a showcase.
    Abstract: The edited volume focuses on modern agro-technologies for achieving climate smart agriculture in China and meeting the UN sustainable development goals (especially SDGs 2, 13, and 15). It describes the technologies being adopted in China for meeting food security challenges, with the main focus being on soils. China is a large and diverse country, and what happens there has a global impact. In the past decades, China has achieved remarkable increases in food production, feeding nearly 20% of the world population with less than 10% of the arable land. This great achievement was mainly based on the intensive use of chemical inputs like fertilizers and pesticides, which in turn caused environmental pollution and food safety issues. China has fully realized this important issue and has adopted a “Zero Growth” policy to restrict the further increase in chemical fertilizers after 2020. Chinese scientists have developed regional optimum crop management practices and guidelines to increase crop yield and nutrient use efficiencies compared with current farming practices. Chinese agricultural soil is also currently in critical condition with severe environmental pollution. These agricultural practices need improvement to maintain sustainable food production with minimum environmental footprint. At present, the traditional mode of agricultural production in China is difficult to sustain. This book offers case studies and sustainable solutions for transforming agricultural sciences in China. The book is a useful reading material for stakeholders such as governments, policymakers, research institutions, and farmers. .
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819928286
    Series Statement: Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-2828-6
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    Biostimulants: Exploring Sources and Applications (2022)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Microbiology. ; Biotechnology. ; Botanical chemistry. ; Agriculture. ; Microbiology. ; Biotechnology. ; Plant Biochemistry.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Plant Biostimulants: Overview of categories and effects -- Chapter 2. Biostimulant potential of seaweed extracts derived from Laminaria and Ascophyllum nodosum -- Chapter 3. Borage extracts as biostimulants of plant growth and development -- Chapter 4. Simple organic acids as plant biostimulants -- Chapter 5. Animal-derived hydrolyzed protein and its biostimulant effects:In: Biostimulants: exploring sources and applications -- Chapter 6. Protein hydrolysates as Biostimulants of Plant Growth and Development -- Chapter 7. Biostimulants and their extraction from food and agro based industries -- Chapter 8. FOLIAR APPLICATION OF MICROBIAL AND PLANT BASED BIOSTIMULANTS ON PLANT NUTRITION -- Chapter 9. The role of biostimulants in plant growth, development and abiotic stress management: recent insights -- Chapter 10. Role of Biostimulants in Agriculture -- Chapter 11 Biostimulants: Emerging trend and opportunities.
    Abstract: This edited book is a comprehensive compilation highlighting sources of biostimulants, their production, influence on plant growth and development, and regulatory status of plant biostimulants for better understanding and opening new vistas for future research. Biostimulants, the biological formulations are known to meliorate the plants growth and vigour, improve nutritional efficiency along with maintaining their well-being mainly via providing protection against a wide range of infections. Both horticultural as well as agricultural crops involve the utilization of the biostimulants. Fulvic and humic acids, nitrogen-containing compounds, protein hydrolysates, favourable bacteria and fungi, and extracts of seaweed are the chief active components of these. The major driving force for these materials is the organic farming industry and demand for sustainable crop production. This book will be of great interest to researchers, teachers, climate change scientists, capacity builders, and policy makers. Moreover, this book does the work of a supplementary reading for students in various fields such as agriculture, soil science, ecology, environmental science and forestry at undergraduate as well as graduate level. This will be a gainful read for national and international agricultural scientists and the policy makers. • Elaborates on biostimulants induced influence of plant growth and development • Covers all aspects of biostimulants sources and its role in plant life in detail • Discusses evidence based approach in biostimulants sources and its useful applications in plants .
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    Pages: XII, 290 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811670800
    Series Statement: Plant Life and Environment Dynamics,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-7080-0
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-16-7080-0
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    Agro-biodiversity and Agri-ecosystem Management (2022)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Ecology . ; Agricultural ecology. ; Agriculture. ; Ecology. ; Agroecology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Section I General -- Chapter 1: Introduction to agro-biodiversity and agri-ecosystem in the 21st century -- Section II Agro Biodiversity Conservation and Challenges -- Chapter 2: An Assessment of Forest Diversity: Challenges and Management -- Chapter 3: Agrobiodiversity, Status, and Conservation Strategies -- Chapter 4: Role of Range grasses in conservation and restoration of biodiversity -- Chapter 5: Molecular approaches in Agro Biodiversity Conservation -- Section III Agri Ecosystem Services and Climate Resilience -- Chapter 6: Carbon Sequestration Potential in Agricultural Systems -- Chapter 7: Inter-Connectivity between Climate Resilience, Climate Change and Adaptability -- Chapter 8: Soil organic carbon and total nitrogen stocks under different land uses in Achanakmaar Amarkantak Biosphere Reserve, India -- Chapter 9: Vegetation Biomass and Carbon Stock Assessment under Different Forest Types of Temperate and Alpine Forest Ecosystem of Western Himalayas -- Section IV Advance Approaches for Agrobiodiversity Conservation and Restoration -- Chapter 10: Molecular approaches in conservation and restoration of agro-biodiversity -- Chapter 11: Adapting Land Degradation and Enhancing Ethnic Livelihood Security through Fruit Production: Evidence from Hilly Areas of Bangladesh -- Chapter 12: Restoration and Conservation of Plant Genetic Resources via Molecular Techniques: An Important Measure for Sustainable Agriculture -- Chapter 13: Molecular Approaches in Restoration of Agrobiodiversity -- Chapter 14: Genomics Approaches for Restoration and Conservation of Agro-biodiversity -- Section V Technological Intervention for Agricultural Development -- Chapter 15: Polyhydroxyalkanoates Production in Transgenic Plants: Green Plastics for Better Future & Environmental Sustainability -- Chapter 16: Application of artificial intelligence for the development of sustainable agriculture -- Chapter 17: Information and technology use in agriculture and Livestock development -- Chapter 18: Use of wild edible plants can meet the needs of future generation.
    Abstract: This edited book collates latest findings in the field of agro-biodiversity and agri-ecosystem management across the globe through selected case studies. The primary aim of the book is to cover agro-biodiversity and agri-ecosystem advancements in the field of agricultural resource management. The book explores a range of technologies that support sustainable use of resources and facilities, such as Natural Resource Management (NRM), Resource Conservation Technologies (RCTs), Integrated Farming System (IFS), Integrated Crop Management (ICM), Integrated Nutrient Management (INM), use of solar energy, promotion of agro-ecological zone specific agricultural production, application of climate resilient technologies, secondary agricultural practices and post-harvest technologies. Agro-biodiversity and agri-ecosystem not only contributes to overall growth of the economy but also reduces poverty by providing employment and food security to the majority of the population in the continent and thus it is the most inclusive growth sectors of the economy of Asian and African countries. The book is relevant for researchers and policy makes in the field of agriculture, food system research, ecology, agricultural diversification, resource management etc.
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    Pages: XV, 366 p. 48 illus., 37 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811909283
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-0928-3
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-0928-3
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    Textbook of Forensic Science (2023)
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    Keywords: Medicine Research. ; Biology Research. ; Forensic sciences. ; Medical jurisprudence. ; Biomedical Research. ; Forensic Science. ; Forensic Medicine.
    Description / Table of Contents: Module 1_Introduction to Forensic Science & Crime -- Module 2_Criminalistics -- Module 3_ Forensic Biological Sciences -- Module 4_Forensic Physical Sciences -- Module 5_Forensic Chemical Sciences -- Module 6_Emerging fields in Trends in Forensics.
    Abstract: This textbook provides essential and fundamental information to modern forensics investigations. It discusses criminalistics and crime scene aspects, including investigation, management, collecting and packaging various types of physical evidence, forwarding, and chain of custody. It presents fundamental principles, ethics, challenges and criticism of forensic sciences and reviews the crime typologies, the correlates of crime, criminology, penology, and victimology. It provides a viewpoint on legal aspects, including types of evidence, the procedure in the court and scrutiny of the evidence and experts. The book summarizes forensic serological evidences such as blood, semen, saliva, milk-tears, sweat, vaginal fluids, urine, and sweat. It also provides an overview of forensic examination of different types of evidence and also includes comprehensive detailing of forensic ballistics including firearm classification, bullet comparison and matching. Further, it explores the examinations of drugs, chemicals, explosives, and petroleum products. It focuses on the various aspects of forensic toxicology, including the study of various poisons/toxins, associated signs and symptoms, a fatal dose /fatal period of poisons. The book also emphasizes digital and cyber forensics, including classification, data recovery tools, encryption and decryption methods, image, and video forensics. It is a useful resource for graduate and post-graduate students in the field of Forensic Science.
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    Pages: XV, 839 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819913770
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-1377-0
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-99-1377-0
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    Crime Scene Management within Forensic Science : Forensic Techniques for Criminal Investigations (2022)
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    Keywords: Medicine Research. ; Biology Research. ; Forensic sciences. ; Toxicology. ; Biomedical Research. ; Forensic Science. ; Toxicology.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1 Forensic Dna Analysis: A Powerful Investigative Tool -- 2 “Crime Scene Management Within Forensic Science-Forensic Techniques For Criminal Investigations -- 3 Small Size, Big Impact: Insects For Cadaver Examination -- 4 Dermatoglyphics & Other Impressions: Deciphering The Potential Of A Unique Hominid Niche -- 5 Postmortem Toxicology: A facet of drugs of expedites crimes -- 6 Forensic Biology: A Passport For Biological Evidence -- 7 Sexual offences: Recent methods of Investigation -- 8 Investigation Of Disaster Victim Identification -- 9 Review On Clinical Forensic Medicine -- 10 Firearms and Ammunitions: A sentient approach in criminal investigation -- 11 Digital and Cyber Forensics: A Contemporary evolution in Forensic Sciences -- 12 Fire Investigation: Arson Or Accidental -- 13 Psychological Evaluations: An Indoor game of Criminal Minds -- 14 Competence of Evidences: A Pragmatic Approach in Court of Law -- 15 Penology: A friend or foe for criminal justice system -- 16 Chain Of Custody: Scaling The Investigation To The Event. .
    Abstract: This book, the second volume of Crime Scene Management in Forensic Sciences, reviews the role and impact of forensic evidence in criminal investigations. It also addresses the importance of post mortem examination in criminal cases. The book investigates the use of insects and arthropods to estimate post mortem intervals during forensic investigations. Further, it discusses the physiological effects of xenobiotics at the time of death, based on their concentration and distribution in the body at autopsy. Importantly, it also discusses digital forensic investigation, which can be used for the analysis of digital evidence produced at a court of law. Lastly, it defines the structure and legal framework of these forensic evidences for the effective administration of the criminal justice system. It is an excellent source of information for forensics scientists and legal professionals.
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    Pages: VIII, 418 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811666834
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-6683-4
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    Cereal Diseases: Nanobiotechnological Approaches for Diagnosis and Management (2022)
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    Keywords: Agricultural biotechnology. ; Agronomy. ; Agricultural genome mapping. ; Nanotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Agricultural Biotechnology. ; Agronomy. ; Agricultural Genetics. ; Nanotechnology. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. An introduction to rice diseases -- Chapter 2. Bacterial diseases of rice -- Chapter 3. Viral diseases of rice -- Chapter 4. Etiology, epidemiology, and management of maize diseases -- Chapter 5. Viral diseases of maize -- Chapter 6. Barley diseases: Introduction etiology, epidemiology, and their management -- Chapter 7. Identification of new susceptibility gene and its role in plant immunity -- Chapter 8. Breeding strategies for developing disease-resistant wheat: present, past, and future -- Chapter 9. Potential breeding strategies for developing disease-resistant barley: progress, challenges, and applications -- Chapter 10. Economic and Eco-friendly alternatives for the efficient and safe management of wheat diseases -- Chapter 11. Resistance gene identification, cloning, and characterization in plants -- Chapter 12. The role of genetic, genomic, and breeding approaches in the fight against fungal diseases in wheat -- Chapter 13. Disease Resistance genes identification, cloning, and characterization in plants -- Chapter 14. Utilization of Biosensors in the Identification of Bacterial Diseases in Maize -- Chapter 15. Nanomaterials for integrated crop disease managemenT -- Chapter 16. Metallic Nanoparticles and Nano-based bioactive formulations as Nano fungicides for Sustainable Disease Management in Cereals -- Chapter 17. Applications of nano-biotechnological Approaches in Diagnosis and Protection of Wheat Diseases -- Chapter 18. Nanomaterials for the Reduction of Mycotoxins in Cereals.
    Abstract: New ways to improve cereal crops against fungal, bacterial, and viral diseases are covered in this book that was put together by a group of experts. These include genetics, genome editing systems, and nano-biotechnological tools. Cereal crops are mainly the world's leading food crops and feed a large share of the world population. However, external factors, such as pathogens, have often threatened their productivity. Like wheat, rice, maize, oats, barley, millet and storage, etiology, epidemiology, and diseases in cereal crop management. In addition, the importance of crop genetics and genomics in combating pathogens has been discussed. This book offers up-to-date information on new methods, such as the potential of the genome editing system for crop improvement, in particular the CRISPR-Cas system. The current volume also talks about identification, plant breeding, genome editing, and nanotechnology tools that can be used to fight disease in cereal crops. This book is good for students, teachers, and researchers who study biotic stress in cereals, as well as scientists who study nanotechnology, disease resistance, pathogen biology, genome editing, agriculture sciences, and future biotechnology.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811931208
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-3120-8
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-3120-8
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    Agricultural Microbiology Based Entrepreneurship : Making Money from Microbes (2023)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Microbiology. ; Microbial genetics. ; Agriculture. ; Microbiology. ; Microbial Genetics.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. Concept of entrepreneur and entrepreneurship -- 2. Government schemes for entrepreneurship programs -- 3. Skills for entrepreneurs -- 4. Intellectual Property Principles in Microbial Technologies -- 5. Ethical and legal issues in microbial products in India -- 6. Mass multiplication, production cost analysis, and marketing of cyanobacterial biofertilizers -- 7. Rhizobium biofertilizers: mass production process and cost-benefit ratio analysis -- 8. Mass multiplication, production cost analysis and marketing of VAM fungal biofertilizer -- 9. Mass multiplication and cost analysis of Frankia biofertilizer -- 10. Mass multiplication, production cost analysis and marketing of Azospirillum -- 11. Mass multiplication, production cost analysis and marketing of Azotobacter -- 12. Mass multiplication, production cost analysis and marketing of Pseudomonas -- 13. Mass production, formulation and cost-benefit ratio analysis of Bacillus thuringiensis bioinsecticide -- 14. Mass multiplication, production cost analysis and marketing of Trichoderma -- 15. Mass multiplication, production cost analysis and marketing of Metarhizium -- 16. Mass multiplication, production cost analysis and marketing of Beauveria -- 17. Chaetomium sp.: An in-sight to its antagonistic mechanisms, mass multiplication, and production cost analysis -- 18. Vermicomposting: a leading feasible Entrepreneurship -- 19. Mass Production and marketing of microbial compost -- 20. Cost benefit assessment of solid based biofertilizer production.
    Abstract: This book is first part of the 3 volume set focusing on basic and advanced methods for using microbiology as an entrepreneurial venture. This volume explains the entrepreneurship skills for production, cost-benefit analysis and marketing of bio-fertilizers, bio-pesticides, bio-insecticides, seaweed liquid biofertilizer, and phosphate solubilizers. Chapters cover the applications of microorganisms in small and large scale production to achieve a sustainable output. The book provides essential knowledge and working business protocols from all related disciplines in agribusiness, organic farming, and economic integration. This book is useful to graduate students, research scholars and postdoctoral fellows, and teachers who belong to different disciplines via Botany, Agriculture, Environmental Microbiology and Biotechnology, Plant Pathology, and Horticulture. Next two volumes are focused on food and industrial microbiology.
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    Pages: XV, 339 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811957475
    Series Statement: Microorganisms for Sustainability, 39
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-5747-5
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    Disaster Risk Reduction in Agriculture (2023)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Agricultural ecology. ; Agronomy. ; Agriculture Economic aspects. ; Agriculture. ; Agroecology. ; Agronomy. ; Agricultural Economics.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1 Climate change and farming system- a review of status, potentials, and further work needs -- Chapter 2 Disaster Risk Reduction in Agriculture -- Chapter 3 Agricultural Producers' Behavioral Adaptation to Climate Change Disaster in Turkiye -- Chapter 4 Water Management Strategies for Agricultural Disasters -- Chapter 5 Disasters impacts on soil and their management -- Chapter 6 Role of Soil Science in Mitigating Natural and Anthropogenic Disasters -- Chapter 7 Role of Environmental Science for Disaster Risk Reduction in Agriculture -- Chapter 8 Sustainable Development in Agriculture beyond the Notion of Minimizing Environmental Impacts -- Chapter 9 Drought Stress in Crop Plants and its Management -- Chapter 10 - Impact of Heat Stress on Cereal Crops and its Mitigation Strategies -- chapter 11 Causes of Soil Erosion, its Measurements and Management -- chapter 12 Management of Crops in Water-Logged Soil -- Chapter 13 Climate Change Impact on Mangrove Forests in Pakistan -- Chapter 14 Climate Change, Flash Floods and It’s Consequences; A Case Study of Gilgit-Baltistan -- Chapter 15 Conservation agriculture a sustainable approach for disaster Risk reduction in rice wheat cropping system of Pakistan -- Chapter 16 Forestry a Way Forward for Disaster Risk Reduction in Agriculture -- Chapter 17 Risks of Deserts Locust and Its Mitigation -- Chapter 18 Role of Horticulture in Disaster Risk Management -- Chapter 19 Disaster Hazards and Vulnerabilities In Agriculture- Role of Food Technologist -- Chapter 20 Role of Livestock for Disaster Risk Reduction -- Chapter 21 Role of Social Sciences in Reducing Disaster Risk in Agriculture -- Chapter 22 Use of AI for Disaster Risk Reduction in Agriculture -- Chapter 23 Disaster Risk Reduction through Agricultural Engineering technologies -- Chapter 24 Integrated Approach for Disaster Risk Reduction in Agriculture through Crop, Livestock, Forestry, Poultry, and Fish farming -- Chapter 25 Key Challenges and Financial Needs to Promote Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA) in Pakistan: A Case Study of Hunza, Pakistan.
    Abstract: This book is related to disaster risk reduction in agriculture particularly under changing climate. Climate change refers to significant, long-term changes in the global climate. There is unequivocal evidence that Earth is warming at an unprecedented rate. Human activity is the principal cause. The planets average surface temperature has risen to about 1oC since the late 19th century and most of the warming occurred in the past 40 years. The years 2016 and 2020 are tied for the warmest year on the record. Similarly, other evidence of rapid climate change includes warming of oceans, shrinking of ice sheets, retreating glaciers, decreasing snow cover, rising of sea level, declining artic sea ice, increased frequency of extreme events, ocean acidification and loss of biodiversity. Hence, climate change impacts, both extreme weather and slow-onset events, have impacted several sectors of the national economies and activities, in particular agriculture and food production, augmented by other challenges be it geopolitical, cost of finance or supply chain related, and in a time of increased food insecurity. Without CO2 fertilization, effective adaptation, and genetic improvement, each degree-Celsius increase in global mean temperature would, on average, reduce global yields of wheat by 6.0%, rice by 3.2%, maize by 7.4%, and soybean by 3.1%. Hence this book is useful as a study material to teach in the field of agriculture and climate change. The book is useful for instructors and postgraduate as well as undergraduate students involved in the study of climate change. The book also provide guidance to multiple stakeholders to design mitigation and adaptation efforts to climate change and ensure food security in the developing world.
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    Pages: XX, 558 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819917631
    Series Statement: Disaster Resilience and Green Growth,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-1763-1
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-99-1763-1
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    Biotechnology and Omics Approaches for Bioenergy Crops (2023)
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    Keywords: Biotechnology. ; Molecular biology. ; Agriculture. ; Biotechnology. ; Molecular Biology. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. Bioenergy Crops in the Perspective of Climate Change -- 2. Major and Potential Biofuel Crops -- 3. Biotechnological approaches for the production of Bioenergy -- 4. Integrated OMIC approaches for bioenergy crops -- 5. Genomics of Bioenergy Crops -- 6. Omics Approaches for Sorghum: Paving the Way to a Resilient and Sustainable Bioenergy Future -- 7. Exploring Omics Approaches to Enhance Stress Tolerance in Soybean for Sustainable Bioenergy Production -- 8. Advanced and Sustainable Approaches in Sugarcane Crop Improvements with Reference to Environmental Stresses -- 9. Role of endophytes in the regulation of metabolome in bioenergy crops -- 10. Cotton Stalks - Potential Biofuel Recourses for Sustainable Environment -- 11. Harmful Insects in Some Biofuel Plants and Their Biology -- 12. Perspectives use of mustards in biofuel production in Turkey -- 13. Current status and future prospectus of Bioenergy crops.
    Abstract: This edited book summarizes the efforts made to develop sustainable bioenergy production through different generations. The topics included in the book cover information about different bioenergy crops, their classification and use as biofuel, agronomic practices to improve biomass yield, classic breeding techniques, genetic diversity, current status and future perspective of bioenergy crops in the omics era. It also discusses application of modern biotechnological and molecular biotechnological techniques for the improvement of bioenergy crops this having enhanced biomass and plant based products. The book explores growing biofuel crops and their impact on environment, bioethics and biosafety issues related to the modern approaches. Another important aspect is the incorporation of nanotechnology for bioenergy crops and biofuel production. All book chapters are contributed renowned researchers in their respective field. This is a unique book covering the bioeneragy crops in the modern omics era. The book is useful for the researchers and post-graduate students to guide them in the field of bioenergy crops.
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    Pages: XV, 288 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819949540
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-4954-0
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-99-4954-0
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    Polymeric Biomaterials for Tissue Regeneration : From Surface/Interface Design to 3D Constructs (2023)
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    Keywords: Medicine Research. ; Biology Research. ; Regenerative medicine. ; Biomaterials. ; Biomedical Research. ; Regenerative Medicine and Tissue Engineering. ; Biomaterials.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. An Introduction to Scaffolds, Biomaterial Surfaces, and Stem Cells -- Part I. Structural Scaffolds and Bio-activation -- Chapter 2. Polymeric and Biomimetic ECM Scaffolds for Tissue Engineering Applications -- Chapter 3. Versatile Hydrogels in Regenerative Medicine -- Chapter 4. Multilayer Microcapsules with Tailored Structures and Properties as Delivery Carriers for Drugs and Growth Factors -- Part II Biomaterials Surfaces/Interfaces and Bio-interactions. Chapter 5. Interactions of Biomaterial Surfaces with Proteins and Cells -- Chapter 6. Surface Modification of Tissue Engineering Scaffolds -- Chapter 7. Gradient Biomaterials and Their Impact on Cell Migration -- Chapter 8. Stem Cell Differentiation Mediated by Biomaterials/Surfaces -- Part III Regeneration of Some Clinic-Targeted Tissues -- Chapter 9. Cartilage Regeneration -- Chapter 10. Skin Regeneration -- Chapter 11. Regeneration of Blood Vessels -- Chapter 12. Cardiac repair and regeneration -- Chapter 13. Nerve Regeneration.
    Abstract: This book reviews state of the art of polymeric biomaterials for regenerative medicine and highlights advances in both fundamental science and clinical practice. It summarizes the latest techniques in polymeric scaffold fabrication, delivery carriers, physiochemical property modulation, as well as their influence on the adhesion and performance of biomolecules, cells, and tissues. It also describes methods for creating biofunctional surfaces/interfaces and subsequently modulating the host response to implantable materials. Lastly, it discusses the applications of biomaterials and constructs in soft-tissue regenerative medicine. It is a valuable resource for materials scientists and engineers wishing to identify research priorities to fulfill clinical needs and provides physicians with insights into emerging novel biomaterials. This integrated approach also offers engineering students a sense of the relevance of materials science in the development of novel therapeutic strategies. In the second edition, most of the chapters are updated according to the latest progress of this research field. A new chapter on nerve regeneration is also included.
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    Edition: 2nd ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819969487
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-6948-7
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    Emerging Anti-Aging Strategies (2023)
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    Keywords: Regenerative medicine. ; Medicine Research. ; Biology Research. ; Genetics. ; Epigenetics. ; Regenerative Medicine and Tissue Engineering. ; Biomedical Research. ; Genetics. ; Epigenetics.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Genetics and Epigenetics of Ageing and Age Associated Diseases -- Chapter 2. Coenzyme Q as an anti aging strategy -- Chapter 3. Autophagy as a Promising Therapeutic Target in Age-Associated Neurodegenerative Disorders -- Chapter 4. Glycolytic inhibitors as Caloric Restriction Mimetics (CRM) -- Chapter 5. Anti-aging and rejuvenation based on stem cell therapy -- Chapter 6. Novel strategies for metformin as an anti-aging drug in skin aging -- Chapter 7. Anti-inflammatory-dependent anti-aging strategies -- Chapter 8. Spermidine, an autophagy inducer, as a therapeutic anti-aging strategy -- Chapter 9. Melatonin in Aging and Aging Related Disorders -- Chapter 10. Intermittent fasting as an anti- aging strategy -- Chapter 11. The role of curcumin as an anti-aging compound -- Chapter 12. The Role of Telomerase Activators in Anti-Aging Strategies and Their Clinical Potential -- Chapter 13. Clinical Laboratories and Their Role in Anti-Aging Strategies -- Chapter 14. Antiaging strategies based on sirtuin activation -- Chapter 15. A vaccine for the pandemic of ageing? Conceptual and ethical issues -- Chapter 16. Cognitive and emotional ageing across the life span: Implications for building the cognitive reserve and resilience -- Chapter 17. Tissue reconstructive & regenerative medicine approach as an anti-ageing intervention: Relevance to age-induced Osteoarthritis -- Chapter 18. Age-Adjustment Expertise in Animal Models of Human Diseases.
    Abstract: The book focuses on the emerging anti-aging approaches for maintaining better health in old age. It provides a current understanding of the underlying principle, possible targets, implementation approaches, and efficacy of the various anti-aging strategies. The chapters include a wide range of topics incorporating the major advances in anti-aging strategies, including telomerase activation, stem cell therapy, autophagy induction, sirtuin activation, and dietary restrictions. Further, it discusses the epigenetic mechanisms underlying aging-related processes and epigenetic strategies to delay and reverse aging-related diseases. The book covers the strategy based on tissue engineering and regenerative medicine for understanding the complexity of aging and restoring the functionalities of organ systems. It further presents the applications of melatonin supplementation-based anti-aging therapeutic intervention. Finally, the book reviews the ethical dimension of anti-aging intervention strategies. This book is immensely useful to scientists and researchers from various disciplines in the life sciences. .
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811974434
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-7443-4
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    Antibody-Drug Conjugates and Cellular Metabolic Dynamics (2023)
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    Keywords: Biology Technique. ; Experimental immunology. ; Pharmaceutical chemistry. ; Medicine Research. ; Biology Research. ; Cytology. ; Clinical biochemistry. ; Immunological Techniques. ; Pharmaceutics. ; Biomedical Research. ; Cell Biology. ; Medical Biochemistry.
    Description / Table of Contents: Antibody-Drug Conjugates Basic Concepts and Structures -- Relationship between target and specific action of antibody-drugs conjugates -- The internalization and therapeutic activity of antibody drug conjugate -- The internalization and intracellular trafficking of ADC -- Distribution and metabolism of antibody-drug conjugates -- Application of Antibody fragments in ADCs -- Novel Targeting Carriers in Antibody-drug Conjugates -- Site-specified Conjugating Technology and Application -- Determination of drug-to-antibody ratio of ADCs -- Pharmacokinetic study of antibody-drug conjugates.
    Abstract: This book summarizes the related research achievements in Antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) and their cell metabolism kinetics. The book has three main parts. The first part describes the basic theory of ADCs, including the basic concept and structure of ADCs, and the relationship between the targets of ADCs and their specific functions. The second part mainly introduces the endocytosis and intracellular metabolism of ADCs, including the relationship between endocytosis and ADC activity, the endocytosis and intracellular transport of ADCs, the distribution and metabolism of ADC in vivo. Then it discusses the new formats and research technology of ADCs, including the application of miniaturized antibodies in ADC synthesis, novel carriers for ADC design, the technology and application of site-specific conjugation, and approaches for analyzing the drug: antibody ratio (DAR), the study of pharmacokinetics of ADCs. This book combines the basic theory with the research technology. It can be used as a reference book for students, teachers and researchers of biomedical field.
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    ISBN: 9789811956386
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-5638-6
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    Agroforestry for Sustainable Intensification of Agriculture in Asia and Africa (2023)
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    Keywords: Forestry. ; Agriculture. ; Agronomy. ; Subsistence farming. ; Forestry. ; Agriculture. ; Agronomy. ; Subsistence Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Part I: Progress Towards Sustainable Intensification and Climate Change -- Chapter 1. Introduction: Agroforestry for Sustaining the Global Agriculture in Changed Environment -- Chapter 2. Agroforestry Matches the Evolving Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Agenda in Asia and Africa -- Chapter 3. Farmer Managed Natural Regeneration in Africa: Evidence for Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation in Drylands -- Chapter 4. Urban and Peri-urban Agroforestry to Sustain Livelihood and Food Security in the Face of Global Environmental Change and Epidemic Threats -- Part II. Landscape Restoration and Combating Desertification -- Chapter 5. Agroforestry for Climate Change Resilience in Degraded Landscapes -- Chapter 6. The Great Green Wall Initiatives and Opportunities for Integration of Dryland Agroforestry to Mitigate Desertification -- Chapter 7. Silvopastoral Systems on Degraded Lands for Soil Carbon Sequestration and Climate Change Mitigation -- hapter 8. Utilization of Saline and Other Poor-quality Waters to Sustain Agroforestry Production -- Chapter 9. Potential of Agroforestry Systems for Food Security, Climate Change Mitigation, Landscape Restoration and Disaster Risk Reduction in Nepal -- Part III: Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services -- Chapter 10. The Role of Agroforestry Systems for Enhancing Biodiversity and Provision of Ecosystem Services in Agricultural Landscapes in Southeast Asia -- Chapter 11. Potentials of Indigenous Fruit Trees in Enhancing Nutrition, Income and Biodiversity Conservation in African Agroforestry -- Chapter 12. Ethnic Homestead Gardens: Diversity, Management and Conservation -- Chapter 13. Agroforestry for Plant Diversity and Livelihood Security in Southwest Asia -- Chapter 14. Achieving Biodiversity Conservation, Livelihood Security and Sustainable Development Goals through Agroforestry in Coastal and Island Regions of India and South East Asia -- Chapter 15. Biodiversity and Ecosystems Services of the Agroforestry Systems of the Himalayan Region: An Overview -- Chapter 16. Soil Biodiversity and Litter Decomposition in Agroforestry Systems of the Tropical Regions of Asia and Africa -- Part IV: Analytical Approaches and Policy Perspective -- Chapter 17. Agroforestry Suitability Mapping: A Geospatial Approach for Quantifying Land Potential for Intensification -- Chapter 18. Agroforestry as a Climate-Smart Agriculture: Strategic Interventions, Current Practices and Policies -- Chapter 19. Agroforestry as a Key Intervention to Achieve Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) Targets -- Chapter 20. Potential of Traditional Agroforestry Systems for Intensification of Agriculture and Meeting Global Goals: Lessons from Asia and Africa -- Chapter 21. A Framework for Analysing Spatial Patterns and Extent of Influence by Single Trees on Ecosystem Properties in Agroforestry -- Chapter 22. Integrating Moringa oleifera and Moringa stenopetala in Agroforestry for Adaptation and Mitigation of Climate Change in Asia and Africa -- Chapter 23. Payment for Ecosystem Services from Agroforestry: Case Studies and Lessons -- Chapter 24. Agroforestry for Sustaining Industrial Raw Materials: Experience from a Value Chain Leveraged Consortium Model -- Chapter 25. Synthesis: Agroforestry for Sustainable Intensification of Agriculture in Asia and Africa.
    Abstract: This edited book opens up new vistas for sustainable intensification in agriculture to provide food to ever growing population as well as adapting to the risks of global environmental change. Diverting from conventional agriculture, the book explores new dimensions and concepts that have been identified for future research and development in sustaining agriculture in Asia and Africa regions. The chapters are written by leading researchers and practitioners in the field of agroforestry. The book demonstrates how agroforestry could be instrumental in bringing stability and sustainability in agricultural production. It offers sustainable solutions for the impending problems of climate change, ecosystem degradation, declining agricultural productivity, and uncertain food security. It is an essential resource for students in agroforestry courses, as well as a valuable introduction to the field for professionals in related areas.
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    Pages: XXII, 816 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811946028
    Series Statement: Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-4602-8
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-4602-8
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    Rediscovery of Genetic and Genomic Resources for Future Food Security (2020)
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    Keywords: Plant biotechnology. ; Plant genetics. ; Agriculture. ; Biomaterials. ; Nucleic acids. ; Plant Biotechnology. ; Plant Genetics. ; Agriculture. ; Nucleic Acid.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1 Potential of genetic and genomic resources for genetic improvement of food crops -- Chapter 2 Untapped genetic diversity of wild relatives for crop improvement -- Chapter 3 Molecular approaches for harvesting natural diversity for crop improvement -- Chapter 4 Omics and plant genetic resources: Towards mining potential genes -- Chapter 5 Genetic and genomic resources and their exploitation for unlocking genetic potential from the wild relatives.-Chapter 6 Role of gene banks in maintaining crop genetic resources -- Chapter 7 Exploring genetic resources for identification of potential novel genes for crop improvement -- Chapter 8 Next-generation sequencing technologies and their implications for efficiently utilization of genetic resources -- Chapter 9 Comparative genomics for exploring new genes and traits for crop improvement -- Chapter 10 Potential of wild species in the scenario of climate change -- Chapter 11 Role of wild relatives for development of climate-resilient varieties -- Chapter 12 Strategies for conservation of genetic resources -- Chapter 13 Crop landraces: Present threats and opportunities for conservation -- Chapter 14 Future threats and opportunities facing crop wild relatives and landrace diversity.
    Abstract: This book describes how the latest genomic resources techniques can be efficiently used in plant breeding programmes to achieve food security in the future. It also shares insights on how to utilize the untapped and unexplored genetic diversity of wild species, wild relatives and landraces for crop improvement. Moreover, the book offers an impressive array of balanced analyses, fresh ideas and perspectives, and thoughtful and realistic proposals regarding the sustainable utilization of plant genetic resources with modern biotechnological techniques. The first book to address the importance of plant genetics and genomic resources for food security, it brings together a group of plant breeders and biotechnologists to investigate the use of genomic resources techniques in plant breeding programmes. Providing essential information on the efficient utilization of genomic resources in precision breeding, it offers a valuable asset for undergraduate and graduate students, teachers and professionals engaged in related fields.
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    Pages: XXI, 364 p. 18 illus., 16 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9789811501562
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-0156-2
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    COVID-19 and Sleep: A Global Outlook (2023)
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    Keywords: Neurosciences. ; Public health. ; Medicine Research. ; Biology Research. ; Neuroscience. ; Public Health. ; Biomedical Research.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. The effect of sleep disruption and circadian misalignment on the immune system -- 2. Changes in the sleep and circadian pattern of sleep during the COVID-19 pandemic -- 3. Anxiety and depression during the COVID-19 pandemic and their impact on sleep -- 4. Sleep problems during the COVID-19 pandemic in children and adolescents -- 5.Sleep problems during the COVID-19 pandemic in children and adolescents -- 6. Sleep disturbances among healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic -- 7. Sleep disturbances among patients with COVID-19 infection -- 8. Sleep patterns and sleep disturbances during the lockdown periods -- 9. Impact of COVID-19 Mobility Restrictions on Sleep and Wellbeing -- 10. COVID-19 vaccines and sleep disturbances -- 11. Sleep during the COVID-19 pandemic: structural inequity and racial disparity -- 12. The effect of cognitive-behavioral therapy and coping strategies on sleep disturbances during the COVID-19 pandemic -- 13. Sleep and circadian rhythm in post-COVID-19 patients -- 14. COVID-19 and obstructive sleep apnea -- 15. The correlation between COVID-19 infection and restless legs syndrome -- 16. Impact of COVID-19 pandemic lockdown on disorders of hypersomnolence -- 17. Sleep, Physical Activity, and Diet Patterns During COVID-19 Pandemic -- 18. Impact of screen time during the pandemic of COVID-19 on sleep habits -- 19. Dreams and nightmares during the COVID-19 pandemic -- 20. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on sleep medicine services -- 21. Protocols for conducting sleep studies during pandemics -- 22. Management of hospital and home positive airway pressure machines during pandemics -- 23. Telemedicine and telemonitoring of sleep disorders during the COVID-19 pandemic -- 24.Changes in Positive Airway Pressure Application and Practices in Patients with Sleep-Related Breathing Disorder during the COVID-19 Pandemic -- 25. Potential Therapeutic Effects of Melatonin on SARS-CoV-2 Infection.
    Abstract: This book examines the correlation of the coronavirus disease-19 [CE1] [AAS2] (COVID-19) infection with sleep, circadian rhythm, and sleep disorders. The chapters of the book explore sleep problems during the COVID-19 pandemic and its association with psychological distress and also review the prevalence of clinical cases of insomnia, anxiety, and depression in COVID-19 patients. The book further presents the correlation between sleep, circadian rhythms, and immunity that contributes toward more severe COVID-19. It summarizes the evidence on the interplay between circadian biology, sleep, and COVID-19. The chapters of the book discuss the relationship between obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and adverse COVID-19 outcomes. Towards the end, the book presents studies on the anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and immunotropic properties of melatonin and provides mechanistic insights into the potential therapeutic use of melatonin during the SARS-CoV-2 infection. The last chapter describes the publication output of sleep-related research during the pandemic and provides an overview and trends on sleep and covid-19 publication output. This book is an excellent source for neurologists, sleep specialists, and public health specialists.
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    Pages: XXVI, 430 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789819902408
    Series Statement: Progress in Sleep Research,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-0240-8
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-99-0240-8
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    Translating Physiological Tools to Augment Crop Breeding (2023)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Plant physiology. ; Agricultural genome mapping. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Science. ; Plant Physiology. ; Agricultural Genetics. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1. Importance of integrating physiological breeding to augment crop breeding -- 2. Stacking of complex traits through physiological pre breeding -- 3. Strategies to develop heat and drought tolerant wheat varieties following physiological breeding -- 4. Developing crop varieties by physiological breeding for improving plant nutrition -- 5. Role of Transpiration in Regulating Leaf Temperature and its Application in Physiological Breeding -- 6. Photosynthesis as a trait for improving yield potential in crops -- 7. Cuticular waxes and its application in crop improvement -- 8. Radiation use efficiency (RUE)-target for improving yield potential: Current status and future prospect -- 9. Application of Stable Isotopes in Crop Improvement -- 10. Root phenotyping for improved resource use efficiency in crops -- 11. Root system architecture and phenotyping for improved resource use efficiency in crops -- 12. Harnessing Root associated traits and Rhizosphere efficiency for Crop improvement -- 13. High throughput phenomics of crops for water and nitrogen stress -- 14. Metabolomics as a selection tool for abiotic stress tolerance in crops -- 15. Remote Sensing Algorithms and their Applications in Plant Phenotyping -- 16. Endophyte mediated crop improvement: Manipulation of abiotic stress‐specific traits -- 17. Impact of high temperature stress on selected food grain crops -- 18. Morpho-physiological basis of finger millet to withstand climatic extremes: A special reference to drought -- 19. Comprehending the physiological efficiency of millets under abiotic stress -- 20. Role of Next-generation sequencing in trait identification, genetic mapping, and crop improvement -- 21. Application of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Agriculture.
    Abstract: This book covers different physiological processes, tools, and their application in crop breeding. Each chapter emphasizes on a specific trait/physiological process and its importance in crop, their phenotyping information and how best it can be employed for crop improvement by projecting on success stories in different crops. It covers wide range of physiological topics including advances in field phenotyping, role of endophytic fungi, metabolomics, application of stable isotopes, high throughput phenomics, transpiration efficiency, root phenotyping and root exudates for improved resource use efficiency, cuticular wax and its application, advances in photosynthetic studies, leaf spectral reflectance and physiological breeding in hardy crops like millets. This book also covers the futuristic research areas like artificial intelligence and machine learning. This contributed volume compiles all application parts of physiological tools along with their advanced research in these areas, which is very much need of the hour for both academics and researchers for ready reference. This book will be of interest to teachers, researchers, climate change scientists, capacity builders, and policy makers. Also, the book serves as additional reading material for undergraduate and graduate students of agriculture, physiology, botany, ecology, and environmental sciences. National and international agricultural scientists will also find this a useful resource.
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    Pages: XIV, 457 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811974984
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-7498-4
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-7498-4
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    Advances in Seed Production and Management (2020)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Plants Development. ; Plant diseases. ; Plant physiology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Development. ; Plant Pathology. ; Plant Physiology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1: Role of Quarantine in Management of Transboundary Seed-borne Diseases -- Chapter 2: Application of advanced seed production techniques in sugarcane crop improvement -- Chapter 3: Agroecological management of stem borers' for healthy seed production in sugarcane -- Chapter 4: Sugarcane White Leaf and Grassy Shoot 1 Management For Healthy Seed Production In Vietnam -- Chapter 5: Vegetable seed production: Prospects and Challenges', the case of Ghana -- Chapter 6: Production of High Quality Tropical Forage Legume Seeds -- Chapter 7: Quality seed production of Sugar beet in India -- Chapter 8: Seed Infesting Pests And Its Control Strategies -- Chapter 9: Disease Causing Seed Pathogenic Micro-organisms and Their Management Practices -- Chapter 10: Weed Management in Sugarcane for quality seed production -- Chapter 11: Insect Pest Management for Healthy Seed Production -- Chapter 12: Effect of climate change on Pollination, Fertilization and seed development in agricultural crops -- Chapter 13: Seed Dormancy -- Chapter 14: Seed-borne Mycoflora of Edible Oilseed Crops of India -- Chapter 15: Seed borne Alternaria helianthi leaf blight in Sunflower -- Chapter 16: Interspecific hybridization among Vigna mungo (L.) Hepper (Black gram) and wild Vigna species -- Chapter 17: Technological advances in Agronomic practices of seed processing, storage, and pest management-an update -- Chapter 18: Natural products for the alternative seeds treatment -- Chapter 19: Advances in big data analytics and applications to seed technology -- Chapter 20: Seed micro-morphological characteristics in local landraces of finger millet (Eleusine coracana (L.) Gaertn.) -- Chapter 21: Seed Storage and Longevity: MECHANISM, TYPES AND MANAGEMENT -- Chapter 22: Modeling seed germination response to salinity at different accelerated ageing period in canola -- Chapter 23: Methods of seed enhancement -- Chapter 24: Seed biotechnology for improvement of staple crops -- Chapter 25: PRODUCTION OF HEALTHY CANE SEEDLINGS IN THE BRAZILIAN NORTHEAST -- Chapter 26: Improvement of seed quality; a 1 Biotechnological approach -- Chapter 27: Organic packages for Seed Production -- Chapter 28: EFFECTS OF PROHEXADIONE-CALCIUM APPLICATION ON VEGETATIVE AND GENERATIVE GROWTH OF PEPPER PLANTS -- Chapter 29: BEAN COMMON MOSAIC VIRUS TRANSMISSION BY BEAN SEED cv CHERVONA SHAPOCHKA -- Chapter 30: SEED BIOLOGY -- Chapter 31: SEED BORNE DISEASES AND ITS MANAGEMENT.
    Abstract: High-quality seed is essential for healthy crops and greater agricultural productivity. At the same time, advances in breeding technology require equivalent advances in seed technology. In order to ensure food security, it is crucial to develop seeds that are high yielding, and resistant to drought, heat, cold, and insects. Gathering the latest research in seed sciences, the book includes contributions on seed production in crops such as legumes, sugar, rice, wheat and other cereals. It discusses a range of topics, like the effect of climate change on seed quality, production and storage; seed rouging; seed certification for different crop species; seed biology; and seed pathologies and their effective management. Integrating basic and applied research, this compendium provides valuable insights for researchers and students in agricultural and life sciences; professionals involved in seed certification and those working in quarantine laboratories; as well as plant pathologists. .
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    Pages: XIV, 626 p. 78 illus., 67 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9789811541988
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-4198-8
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-15-4198-8
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    Autophagy: Biology and Diseases : Technology and Methodology (2021)
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    Keywords: Biotechnology. ; Medicine Research. ; Biology Research. ; Biology Technique. ; Biotechnology. ; Biomedical Research. ; Experimental Organisms.
    Description / Table of Contents: Morphology Study – Optical Microscopy Imaging, Electron Microscopy Imaging, Confocal Microscopy Imaging, Live Cell Imaging -- Methods to Detect Autophagic Flux -- Biomarkers in Autophagy -- Drugs and Molecular Biology Technology in Autophagy Study -- Animal Models in Autophagy Study.
    Abstract: This book series consists of 3 volumes covering the basic science (Volume 1), clinical science (Volume 2) and the technology and methodology (Volume 3) of autophagy. Volume 3 focuses on the technical aspects of autophagy research. It is comprised of two parts. The first part discusses the basic process of autophagy, including its overall classification and individual stages in the life cycle of autophagosomes. The second part discusses the tools, strategies, and model systems in current autophagy research, including cell and animal models, detection and manipulation methods, as well as screening, genomic, proteomic and bioinformatic approaches. The book is written and edited by a team of active scientists. It is intended as a practical reference resource for interested researchers to get started on autophagy studies.
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    Pages: XIV, 453 p. 85 illus., 79 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9789811628306
    Series Statement: Advances in Experimental Medicine and Biology, 1208
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-2830-6
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-16-2830-6
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    Systems Modeling (2020)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Environment. ; Computer science. ; Agriculture. ; Environmental Sciences. ; Computer Science.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Systems Modeling -- Chapter 2. Crop Phenotyping -- Chapter 3. Statistics and Modeling -- Chapter 4. Dynamic Modeling -- Chapter 5. Models Calibration and Evaluation -- Chapter 6. Wheat crop modeling for higher production -- Chapter 7. Genetic Analysis -- Chapter 8. Sugarcane: Contribution of process-based models for understanding and mitigating impacts of climate variability and change on production -- Chapter 9. Forecasting of rainfed wheat yield in Pothwar using Landsat 8 satellite imagery and DSSAT -- Chapter 10. Methane production in dairy cows, inhibition, measurement and predicting models -- Chapter 11. Sunflower Modeling: A Review -- Chapter 12. Disease Modeling as a Tool to Assess the Impacts of Climate Variability on Plant Diseases and Health -- Chapter 13. Chickpea Modeling under Rainfed Conditions -- Chapter 14. Potato Modeling -- Chapter 15. Application of Generalised Additive Model for Rainfall Forecasting in Rainfed Pothwar Pakistan. .
    Abstract: Achieving food security and economic developmental objectives in the face of climate change and rapid population growth requires systems modelling approaches, for example in the design of sustainable agriculture farming systems. Such approaches increase our understanding of system responses to different soil and climatic conditions, and provide insights into the effects of various variable climate change scenarios, providing valuable information for decision-makers. Further, in the agricultural sector, systems modelling can help optimise crop management and adaptation measures to boost productivity under variable climatic conditions. Presenting key outcomes from crop models used in agricultural systems this book is a valuable resource for professionals interested in using modelling approaches to manage the growth and improve the quality of various crops. .
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    Pages: XI, 425 p. 152 illus., 101 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9789811547287
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-4728-7
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-15-4728-7
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    Sowing Legume Seeds, Reaping Cash : A Renaissance within Communities in Sub-Saharan Africa (2020)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Plant biotechnology. ; Plants Development. ; Plant genetics. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Biotechnology. ; Plant Development. ; Plant Genetics.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. A Brief Overview of Smallholder Farmers' Access To Seed Of Improved Legume Varieties -- Chapter 2. Impact Stories And Testimonies From Diverse Actors In Groundnut Value Chain In Tanzania -- Chapter 3. Common Bean Value Chain Actors Share Their Feeling About TL Projects In Tanzania -- Chapter 4. Enthusiasm Of Actors Within The Groundnut Value Chain Sharing Impact Stories In Uganda -- 5. Empowered Communities Tell Their Own Stories From Common Bean Production In Uganda -- 6. Breakthroughs In Groundnut Production Communities In Nigeria -- 7. Women At The Center Of Cowpea Value Chain Development In Nigeria -- 8. Better-Off Women Boosting Groundnut Business In Ghana -- 9. Concluding Remarks: The Tropical Legumes Projects Empowered Communities In A Wide Variety Of Assets.
    Abstract: This open access book shares impact stories – testimonies from various value chain actors who have been part of the Tropical Legumes (TL) projects, over the past twelve years. The Tropical Legumes projects led by ICRISAT in three parts (TLI, TLII and TLIII), constitute a major international initiative supported by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF) and jointly implemented by the International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT), International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) and National Agricultural Research Systems (NARS) partners from Sub-Saharan Africa and India. The project developed improved cultivars of common bean, cowpea, chickpea and groundnut (but also soya bean and pigeon pea cultivars in its initial phases) and delivers their seed to smallholders in BMGF-focus areas. It also strengthens the NARS and CGIAR's breeding programs and seed platforms to enhance their ability to deliver high and sustained outputs to smallholder farmers. The book compiles the experiences of a diversity of actors within the grain legume value chains, with a focus on groundnut and common beans in Tanzania and Uganda, groundnut and cowpea in Nigeria, and groundnut in Ghana. All stakeholders involved share their thoughts on being part of a decade-long development project family. National agricultural research institutes, knowledge brokering organizations, NGOs, public and private seed companies, agro-dealers, individual seed entrepreneurs, farm-implement makers, farmer cooperatives, farmer groups, individual men and women farmers, middlemen, processors, traders and consumers were all involved in this project, and as such this book provides valuable insights for development workers, technical staff, and project managers.
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    Pages: XVI, 106 p. 106 illus., 78 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9789811508455
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-0845-5
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    A Practical Guide to Environmental Biotechnology (2020)
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    Keywords: Microbiology. ; Water. ; Hydrology. ; Soil science. ; Microbiology. ; Water. ; Soil Science.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1: General Guidelines of Laboratory Safety, Calculations Used In Laboratory Experiments, Basic Laboratory Glassware And Instruments -- Chapter 2: Analysis of Quality of Water and Its Nutrient Contents -- Chapter 3: Analysis of Quality of Soil and Its Nutrient Contents -- Chapter 4: Isolation, Culture and Biochemical Characterization of Microbes -- Chapter 5: Plant Tissue Culture Techniques and Nutrient Analysis.
    Abstract: This textbook provides practical guidelines on conducting experiments across the entire spectrum of environmental biotechnology. It opens with general information on laboratory safety, rules and regulations, as well as a description of various equipment commonly used in environmental laboratories. It then discusses in detail the major experiments in basic and advanced environmental studies, including the analysis of water and soil samples; the isolation, culture, and biochemical characterization of microbes; and plant tissue culture techniques and nutrient analyses. Each chapter features detailed method sections and easy-to-follow protocols, and offers guidance on calculations and formulas, as well as illustrative flow charts to assist with troubleshooting for each experiment. Given its scope, the book is an invaluable aid for laboratory researchers studying environmental biotechnology, and a rich source of information and advice for advanced undergraduates and graduates in the fields of environmental science and biotechnology.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9789811562525
    Series Statement: Learning Materials in Biosciences,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-6252-5
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    Microbial Engineering for Therapeutics (2022)
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    Keywords: Medicine Research. ; Biology Research. ; Biomedical engineering. ; Industrial microbiology. ; Bioinformatics. ; Synthetic Biology. ; Biomedical Research. ; Biomedical Engineering and Bioengineering. ; Industrial Microbiology. ; Computational and Systems Biology. ; Synthetic Biology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Part 1 Introduction to Microbial Engineering -- 1 Exploring the Potential of Microbial Engineering: The Prospect, Promise and Essence -- Part 2 Microbial Engineering Approaches -- 2 Role of System Biology in Microbial System -- 3 Synthetic Biology: Refining Human Health -- 4 Probiotic Engineering: A focus on Inflammatory Bowel Disease -- 5 Engineering microbes for smart diagnostics & Lab on Chip -- 6 Bacteriophage and Virus Engineering -- 7 CRISPR Technologies: A tool for Engineering Microbes -- Part 3 Health Benefits -- 8 Recombinant Vaccines: The Revolution Ahead -- 9 Microbe-Host Metabolic Interaction- Probiotic Approach -- 10 Designer Microbes: Oncotherapy approach -- 11 The human gut microbiome in health, disease and therapeutics -- 12 Use of Engineered Bacteria for Production of Green Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals -- 13 Fat Fighting Microbes. Part 4 Innovation & Translation -- 14 Scale-up of engineering strain for industrial applications -- 15 Affordable therapeutics through Engineered Microbes -- 16 COVID-19: Lesson Learnt from Diagnostics to therapeutics. .
    Abstract: This book highlights the recent advances in the field of microbial engineering and its application in human healthcare. It underscores the systemic and synthetic biology approaches for engineering microbes and discusses novel treatments for inflammatory bowel diseases based on engineered probiotics. The book also reviews the different options and methods for engineering microbes, ranging from recombinant DNA technology to designing microbes for targeting specific sites and delivering therapeutics. Further, it discusses genetically engineered microorganisms for smart diagnostics and describes current approaches in microbial gene editing using CRISPR-Cas9-based tools. Lastly, it summarizes the potential applications of human microbiome engineering in improving human health and explores potential strategies for scaling-up the production of engineered microbial strains for commercial purposes, as well as the challenges. Given its scope, this book is a valuable resource for students, researchers, academics and entrepreneurs interested in understanding microbial engineering for the production of commercial products.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811939792
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-3979-2
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    Vegetables for Nutrition and Entrepreneurship (2023)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Agronomy. ; Agricultural biotechnology. ; Subsistence farming. ; Agriculture. ; Agronomy. ; Agricultural Biotechnology. ; Subsistence Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Nutritional Enhancement of Vegetable Crops-(with major emphasis on broccoli-a new cole crop in India -- Chapter 2. New Systems of Vegetable Production: Vertical, Hydroponics, Aeroponics, Organic, Microgreens -- Chapter 3. Bio-active Nutrients in Vegetables for a Healthy Life -- Chapter 4. Nutritive Vegetable crops germplasm for future food security -- Chapter 5. Nutritive Vegetable Production and Protection with the use of Virekshayurved based Herbal Kunapjal -- Chapter 6. Nutrition Rich Microgreens- An opportunity for Nutri-preneurs -- Chapter 7. On Farm Organic Input Generation for quality Vegetable Production -- Chapter 8. Bitter gourd- A Vegetable Crop for Nutrition and Health Security -- Chapter 9. Nutrition in Potato and Food Products -- Chapter 10. Antioxidants and Health Benefits of Brinjal -- Chapter 11. Home Gardening-The Way Forward to be Safe and Healthy -- Chapter 12. Andaman’s Indigenous Vegetables for Nutrition and Entrepreneurship -- Chapter 13. Off-season vegetable growing for nutrition and Entrepreneurship -- Chapter 14. Capsicums for Nutrition and Entrepreneurship -- Chapter 15. Genetic Resources of Vegetable Crops-A potential Source of Nutrition and Entrepreneurship in NEH region of India -- Chapter 16. Moringa for Nutrition and Entrepreneurship -- Chapter 17. Mushrooms for Nutrition and Entrepreneurship -- Chapter 18. Aquatic Vegetables for Nutrition and Entrepreneurship -- Chapter 19. Tropical Tuber Vegetables for Nutrition and Entrepreneurship -- Chapter 20. Legume Vegetables for Nutrition and Entrepreneurship -- Chapter 21. Underexploited Vegetables of Coastal India for Nutrition and Entrepreneurship -- Chapter 22. Root Vegetables for Nutrition and Entrepreneurship.
    Abstract: This edited book is compiled by renowned Horticultural scientist Padma Shri Prof. Brahma Singh and Former Head of Vegetable Science Division, ICAR-IARI, New Delhi Dr Pritam Kalia. The book is mainly focused on two aspects of vegetable crops – nutrition and entrepreneurial potential. The book explains the importance of vegetables crops as essential food items for managing food security and malnutrition. Since vitamins and minerals deficiency is on the increase globally, this book highlights the presence and availability of essential nutrients, vitamins in addition to other food constituents necessary for human health. The book also emphasizes on the potential of vegetables crops as an affordable avenue for entrepreneurial ventures. It explains the important steps in respect of vegetable crops, such as production, harvesting, packaging, transport, storage, marketing of fresh vegetables, processing and value-addition etc. The book chapters are written in simple language with recent scientific developments by the experienced and acknowledged scientists in the field. The book is a useful reading material for curriculum and examination requirements of undergraduate and postgraduate, and other university examinations. It is also of interest to professionals, researchers, policy makers and potential entrepreneurs in the field of vegetable crop farming.
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    Pages: XIV, 532 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811990168
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-9016-8
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-9016-8
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    Nanomaterials and Biomedicine : Therapeutic and Diagnostic Approach (2020)
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    Keywords: Medicine Research. ; Biology Research. ; Nanotechnology. ; Immunology. ; Human physiology. ; Stem cells. ; Biomedical Research. ; Nanotechnology. ; Immunology. ; Human Physiology. ; Stem Cell Biology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1_Introduction to NanoScience, NanoTechnology, and NanoParticles -- Chapter 2_NanoScience and Bioprospecting -- Chapter 3_Nanomaterials and their use in Biomedicine -- Chapter 4_Nano scaffolds and Tissue Engineering -- Module 5_NanoScience Research in Regenerative Medicine -- Chapter 6_Nanomaterials in Food: Probiotics -- Chapter 7_Eco-compatible Single format Nanobioantibody -- Chapter 8_ NanoScience and DNA barcoding.
    Abstract: This book comprehensively reviews the history of nanotechnology, and describes the physiochemical properties of various nanoparticles and their biomedical applications. Covering the biotoxicity of nanoparticles, their bio-distribution and release kinetics, and their role in diagnosis, pre-clinical drug discovery and disease prevention, it also examines the application of nanoscaffolds in tissue engineering and as cell culture templates. Further, the book discusses several fabrication methodologies for regenerative medicine, and explores nanotechnology-based stem cell therapeutics, including stem cell transfection, stem cell delivery, and stem cell expansion for promoting tissue regeneration. Lastly, it addresses the use of DNA barcoding technology from nanosamples for the detection, identification and validation of emerging pathogens, biodiversity and ancient remnants of living specimens, and highlights various strategies for the plant-mediated synthesis of nanoparticles. Given its scope, it is a valuable reference resource for graduate students and researchers interested in understanding the diverse range of biomedical applications of nanoparticles. .
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    Pages: XVIII, 134 p. 13 illus., 11 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9789811552748
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-5274-8
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-15-5274-8
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    Sugar Beet Cultivation, Management and Processing (2022)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Agronomy. ; Agricultural biotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Agronomy. ; Agricultural Biotechnology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Evolution and history of sugar beet in world: An overview -- Understanding the sugar beet crop and its physiology -- Physiological and molecular aspects of sucrose accumulation in sugar beet -- Shaping the Sugar Beet of Tomorrow: Current Advances in Sugar Beet Biotechnology and New Breeding Techniques -- Biotechnological approaches in sugar beet development -- Seed production and seed certification in sugar beet -- India's Sugar beet Seed Technology and Production -- Artificial seed technology -- Scope of cultivation of sugar beet under Indian sub-tropical conditions -- Factors Affecting Production Potentials and Adaptability of Sugar beet under Subtropical Conditions of Punjab -- Sugar beet Crop Production and Management -- Economical Crop Production and Management of Sugar Beet in Serbia and Montenegro -- Agronomic Management of Sugar Beet -- Autumn sown sugar beet in semi-arid regions -- New Approach to Utilize Nano-micronutrients in Sugar Beet (Beta vulgaris L.) -- Silicon foliar application in sugar beet production -- Mechanisation of weed management in sugar beet -- Chemical strategy for weed management in sugar beet -- Intercropping sugar beet with different agricultural crops -- Sugar beet production under changing climates - opportunities and challenges -- Drought Stress Management in Sugar beet (Beta vulgaris L.) Cultivation -- Exogenous putrescine-mediated drought tolerance in Sugar beet: Possible Mechanisms -- Improving sugar beet production under salinity conditions -- Etiology, epidemiology and management of Sugar beet diseases -- Foliar sugar beet diseases and their management approaches in India -- Cercospora Leaf Spot Disease -- Soil borne pathogen mediated root rot diseases of sugar beet and their management -- Integrated disease management in sugar beet for sustainable productivity -- The Technology Uses in the Determination of Sugar Beet Diseases -- Insect-pests of Sugar beet and their Integrated Management -- Biological control of sugar beet insect pests,- Biology, Pest status and management of army worm, Spodoptera litura (Noctuidae: Lepidoptera) and cutworm Agrotis ipsilon (Noctuidae: Lepidoptera) on Sugar beet -- Natural enemies of sugar beet -- Sugar beet nematodes – their occurrence, epidemiology and management in Ukraine -- Diseases caused by nematodes on sugar beet -- Sugar Beet Cyst Nematode (Heterodera schachtii Schmidt): Identification and Antagonists -- Endophytes for Sustainable Sugarbeet Production -- Rhizoctonia disease and its management -- Mechanization in Sugar Beet Cultivation -- Post-harvest sucrose deterioration in sugar beet -- Management strategies for reducing post-harvest deterioration of sugar beet (Beta vulgaris L.) -- Quality and processing of sugar beet to sugars -- Bio-ethanol: Technologies, Trends and Prospects -- Sugar beet molasses production and utilization -- Bioethanol production from sugar beet juices and molasses for economic and environmental perspectives -- Sugar beet as cattle feed: Scope and prospects -- Sugar beet pulp and research efforts to diversify its use -- Sugar beet pectin and its diverse uses.
    Abstract: This book is a compilation of advancements and achievements in the field of sugar beet cultivation. It covers recent research and up-to-date information on this crop. It discusses essential aspects for high production and good yield, development and crop management, such as origin, breeding, seed production, physiology, pathology, entomology, biotechnology, and post-harvest technology. Sugar beet is known as an alternative crop for sugar production. A versatile crop having numerous uses, besides being raw material for sugar production, its molasses contain high amount of betaine which is used as a feed supplement. Due to its value profile it has attracted the millers and farmers alike. This book is of interest to teachers, researchers, agriculture scientists, capacity builders and policymakers. Also the book serves as additional reading material for graduate students of agriculture, forestry, ecology and soil science. National and international agricultural scientists, policy makers will also find this to be a useful read.
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    Pages: XLVI, 1005 p. 278 illus., 244 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811927300
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-2730-0
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-2730-0
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    Handbook of Millets - Processing, Quality, and Nutrition Status (2022)
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    Keywords: Medicine Research. ; Biology Research. ; Food science. ; Agriculture. ; Biomedical Research. ; Food Science. ; Agriculture.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Millets-an Overview -- Chapter 2. Millet Cultivation an Overview -- Chapter 3. Millet Storage and Pest Management -- Chapter 4. Major Millets Processing -- Chapter 5. Minor millet processing and its impacts on composition -- Chapter 6. Chemistry of Millets: Major and Minor Constituents -- Chapter 7. Nutritional properties of millets: neglected cereals with potentials to combat malnutrition -- Chapter 8. Post-harvest Treatments and Storage of millets -- Chapter 9. Millet Milling Technologies -- Chapter 10. Effect of Processing on Functional Characteristics, Physiochemical Properties, and Nutritional Accessibility of Millets -- Chapter 11. Emerging Technologies in Millet Processing -- Chapter 12. Millet Food Products -- Chapter 13. Byproducts from Millet Processing Industry -- Chapter 14. Quality Standards for Millets -- Chapter 15. Millet Industry Scenario -- Chapter 16. Toxins in Millets.-.
    Abstract: The book offers an updated perspective on the unique characteristics of millets. Millets are consumed for their health/nutritional benefits, and in the preparation of specialty foods for target groups – from pediatrics to geriatrics. Recent trends suggest the importance of millet in the human diet due to their nutritional importance, ability to grow in high temperatures and drought conditions, and their resistance to pests and diseases. This book highlights different types of millet and discusses their properties as well as nutritional and anti-nutritional values. In addition, the book also provides information on the physiochemical properties, future prospects, current methodologies, and agricultural practices. The last few parts cover the emerging technologies in millet processing, by-products utilization, quality standards, and the current millet industry scenario. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the status of millet processing, quality, and nutraceutical product manufacture. The book is a resourceful read for students and researchers in food sciences, as well as industry experts.
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    Pages: VII, 386 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811672248
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-7224-8
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-16-7224-8
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    Phytobiomes: Current Insights and Future Vistas (2020)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Botanical chemistry. ; Microbial ecology. ; Plant physiology. ; Microbiology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Biochemistry. ; Microbial Ecology. ; Plant Physiology. ; Microbiology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Phytobiomes: role in nutrient stewardship and soil health -- Chapter 2. Role of a quorum sensing signal, acyl-homoserine lactone in a phytobiome -- Chapter 3. Plant Microbiomes: Understanding the Above Ground Benefits -- Chapter 4. Plant Mycobiome: Current Research and Applications -- Chapter 5. Role of Soil Fauna: en route to Ecosystem Services and its effect on soil health -- Chapter 6. An insight into current trends of pathogen identification in plants -- Chapter 7. Linkages of Microbial Plant Growth Promoters towards the Profitable Farming -- Chapter 8. Wheat microbiome: present status and future perspective -- Chapter 9. Entomopathogenic Fungi: A potential source for biological control of insect pests -- Chapter 10. Role of microbiotic factors against the soil-borne phytopathogens -- Chapter 11. Zinc solubilizing microbes for sustainable crop production: Current understanding, opportunities, and challenges -- Chapter 12. Endophytic phytobiomes as defense elicitors: current insights and future prospectus -- Chapter 13. Role of biotechnology in the exploration of soil and plant microbiomes -- Chapter 14. Plant parasitic nematodes management by phytobiomes and application of fly ash -- Chapter 15. Phytobiome Engineering and its impact on Next Generation Agriculture.-.
    Abstract: To satisfy the food demands of the global population, advanced technology based research is needed, that can extract the information from the plant metabolism and microbial gene pool and use it for improving plant health and productivity. Modern biotechnological tools have the ability to unlock the limitations of agricultural practices. However, the application of these tools is not well equipped. Moreover, eco-friendly agriculture by microbial inoculants is known to have positive influences on soil/plant health. Therefore it is relevant to explore the plant associated microbial niches, especially endophytes, epiphytes, and soil microbes and understand how they are benefitting each other. It can open new insights to develop sustainable agriculture practices by using consortia of microbes as plant helpers that recover the imbalanced agriculture systems and manage pathogenic diseases. This book presents the updates about the plant associated microbiomes and their contemporary uses. It covers the knowledge gap between soil and plant helper microbiomes and their application in the agriculture and allied sectors. Modern insights of phytobiomes are explored in various chapters on a variety of interrelated aspects of the fascinating areas like plant microbial interaction, integrated pest management, soil fertility intensification, sustainable crop production, and disease management. Sections in the book describe how to plant beneficial microbiomes have been utilized for sustainable green farming, with the aim to resolve the global food problem without harming the soil and environment health. This book is intended for everyone who is involved in agriculture, microbial biotechnology, bioinformatics, and all disciplines related to microbial biotechnology. These include academic students, scientists, and researchers at universities, institutes, industries, and government organizations who want to understand microbial linkages in a shorter time. It contains basic information that will be help to the non-specialist readers to understand progressive research.
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    ISBN: 9789811531514
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-3151-4
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-15-3151-4
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    The Plant Family Brassicaceae : Biology and Physiological Responses to Environmental Stresses (2020)
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    Keywords: Plant physiology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant biotechnology. ; Plant genetics. ; Botanical chemistry. ; Climatology. ; Plant Physiology. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Biotechnology. ; Plant Genetics. ; Plant Biochemistry. ; Climate Sciences.
    Description / Table of Contents: 1.The Plant Family Brassicaceae: Introduction, Biology and Importance -- 2. Agricultural, Economic and Societal Importance of Brassicaceae Plants -- 3.Arabidopsis thaliana: Model Plant for the Study of Abiotic Stress Responses -- 4. Newly Revealed Promising Gene Pools of Neglected Brassica Species to Improve Stress-Tolerant Crops -- 5. Improved Tolerance to Stresses of Different Origin in Camelina sativa: Conventional Breeding and Biotechnology -- 6. Brassicaceae Plants Response and Tolerance to Salinity -- 7. Brassicaceae Plants Response and Tolerance to Drought Stress: Physiological and Molecular Interventions -- 8.Rapeseed: Biology and Physiological Responses to Drought stress -- 9. Responses and Tolerance of Brassicas to High Temperature -- 10.Brassicaceae Plants Response and Tolerance to Waterlogging and Flood etc. .
    Abstract: This book provides all aspects of the physiology, stress responses and tolerance to abiotic stresses of the Brassicaceae plants. Different plant families have been providing food, fodder, fuel, medicine and other basic needs for the human and animal since the ancient time. Among the plant families, Brassicaceae has special importance for their agri-horticultural importance and multifarious uses apart from the basic needs. Interest understanding the response of Brassicaceae plants toward abiotic stresses is growing considering the economic importance and the special adaptive mechanisms. The knowledge needs to be translated into improved elite lines that can contribute to achieve food security. The physiological and molecular mechanisms acting on Brassicaceae introduced in this book are useful to students and researchers working on biology, physiology, environmental interactions and biotechnology of Brassicaceae plants.
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    Pages: XIV, 531 p. 29 illus., 26 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9789811563454
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-6345-4
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-15-6345-4
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    Agroindustrial Waste for Green Fuel Application (2023)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Refuse and refuse disposal. ; Bioenergetics. ; Agriculture. ; Waste Management/Waste Technology. ; Bioenergetics.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Pulses waste to biofuels -- Chapter 2. Utilization of Wheat and Maize waste as Biofuel source -- Chapter 3. Agricultural residues and manures into bioenergy -- Chapter 4. Bioenergy from cellulose of Woody Biomass -- Chapter 5. Potential Technologies for Advanced Generation Biofuels from Waste Biomass -- Chapter 6. Biological pretreatment strategies for second generation lignocellulosic biomass to enhance ethanol production -- Chapter 7. Agricultural lignocellulosic waste to Biofuels -- Chapter 8. Mixed lignocellulosic feedstocks: An effective approach for enhanced biofuel production -- Chapter 9. Bioenergy: Challenges ahead and Future -- Chapter 10. Production of bioethanol from mixed lignocellulosic biomass:Future prospects and challenges.
    Abstract: The book revisit in depth scope of agroindustrial waste for enhancement in biofuels production on practical ground. It explores and discusses various cellulose rich agro-wastes along with low cost, advance technology based options for sustainable biofuels production. Lignocellulosic biomasses are potential producer of biofuels due to renewable nature and huge occurrence. Cellulose is the main polymeric component of these biomasses apart from lignin and hemicellulose. It can be converted into fermentable sugars using cellulase enzyme which can be further converted into the renewable energy sources such as biohydrogen, bioethanol, biogas and butanol. Chapters in this title provide exclusive and critical analysis of specific biofuels production process only from lignocellulosic biomass, based on their type, property, availability, cost and most important sugar or cellulose content along with the simplest process search for converting these biomasses into biofuels to make overall process more simple and economical. It is a useful guide for academician and environmentalist who are working to explore feasible advantages associated with these kinds of waste management and their effective valorization. It is also a great resource for senior undergraduate and graduate students, researchers, professionals, and other interested individuals/groups working in the field of biofuel/bioenergy.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2023.
    ISBN: 9789811962301
    Series Statement: Clean Energy Production Technologies,
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-6230-1
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    Biology of Vascular Smooth Muscle : Vasoconstriction and Dilatation (2022)
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    Keywords: Human physiology. ; Physiology. ; Internal medicine. ; Medicine Research. ; Biology Research. ; Human Physiology. ; Physiology. ; Internal Medicine. ; Biomedical Research.
    Description / Table of Contents: Architecture of the vessel wall -- Ultrastructure of vascular smooth muscle -- Vascular endothelium -- Electrical and mechanical properties of vascular smooth muscle -- Biochemistry of the contractile proteins of smooth muscle -- Metabolism of vascular smooth muscle -- Neurotransmitters -- Endothelium-derived factors -- Local metabolic factors -- Shear stress, myogenic response, and blood flow autoregulation -- Intracellular Ca2+ regulation -- Regulation of myosin light chain phosphorylation -- Cyclic AMP signaling -- Cyclic GMP signaling -- MicroRNAs and vasoreactivity -- Extracellular vesicles as unique signaling messengers -- Genetic and epigenetic modification -- Coronary vasoreactivity -- Cerebral vasoreactivity -- Pulmonary vasoreactivity -- Renal vasoreactivity -- Hypoxic vasoreactivity -- Ageing and vasoreactivity.
    Abstract: This book provides a concise yet comprehensive review of the morphological, biochemical, electrical, mechanical, and metabolic properties of vascular smooth muscle, the regulation of vascular activities and the intracellular signaling involved. It particularly focuses on newly identified vasoactive agents, enzymes and transduction mechanisms. It also discusses the latest findings in the regulation of cerebral, coronary and pulmonary circulation as well as vascular activity under hypoxia and ageing. The second edition intends to update the contents of the first edition with the latest achievements in the regulation of vascular activities from biochemical, structural, genetic, physiological, and pharmacological aspects. In addition, two new chapters related to microRNA and extracellular vesicles have been added to reflect their newly discovered important roles in vascular activities. The contraction and dilatation activities of vasculature are of fundamental importance for maintaining circulation homeostasis and adapting to physiological changes. Over the last four decades, there have been significant advances in our understanding of the biochemical, structural, genetic, physiological, and pharmacological aspects of vascular activity regulation, and these insights into the responsiveness of blood vessels under normal and pathophysiological conditions help to provide valuable weapons in the fight vascular diseases. The book is of interest to researchers and graduate students, both in basic research and in clinic settings, in the field of vascular biology.
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    Edition: 2nd ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811971228
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-7122-8
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    Grant writing for medical and healthcare professionals (2023)
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    Keywords: Medicine Research. ; Biology Research. ; Research Methodology. ; Clinical medicine Research. ; Biomedical Research. ; Research Skills. ; Clinical Research.
    Description / Table of Contents: Section I: Understanding Grant Writing: What is your Aim (Ambition-Interest-Mission), and what you want to do -- What is a grant? How to prepare for writing a grant proposal application -- Funders Perspective: What the funding body expects from researchers? -- Funding organizations for science and healthcare -- Obtaining letters of support -- Section II: The process for grant writing: Writing a Grant Proposal for a Single Centre Study: step-by-step approach -- Budgeting the project-detailing the required funding and expenditure -- Proving the competency of the researcher and the adequacy of the infrastructure to carry out the research -- Agreement and MOU – ethical and legal aspects of funding for healthcare research -- Write an impressive cover page (Covering letter) and abstract for the grant proposal application -- Surveillance plan and site visit – Roles and rights of the researcher and the funding agency -- Sources of funding and acknowledgment – Good Clinical Practice Guidelines -- Writing a grant proposal for a Collaborative study -- Checklist for grant proposal – Mandatory elements -- Tips for improvising the chance of getting the grant -- Dealing with The Rejected Grant Proposal- Learning From The Mistakes -- Section III: Grant writing for specific regional funding organizations: Preparing a grant proposal for medical research in the UK -- Preparing a grant proposal for the USA -- Preparing a Grant Proposal for Australia -- Proposal Writing for Grant Application in Malaysia -- Grant writing for other Asian countries.
    Abstract: Conducting research requires resources to meet the research need. The resources in the research institutes/ centers are often inadequate, limiting the research outcome. Research grants help overcome those limitations and help the researchers carry out quality research without any restriction. Grant proposal writing is an essential skill to be mastered by every researcher. However, the majority of the medical schools, except the few research institutes, do not have a structured learning module for obtaining grants. On most occasions, the skill of writing grant proposals goes by self-learning. For students, it is burdening due to the tremendous time consumed to learn the craft of writing the grant proposal and the exhausting clinical and academic work. This book is carefully prepared to keep in mind the difficulties faced by the young researchers and the students concerning choosing a funding agency, grant makers' expectations, budgeting, surveillance and site visits, rights of the researcher and the funding agency, and ethical and legal aspects of obtaining the grant. The book also covers the alternate plan for partial funding or interruption of the financing, reporting the source of funding and acknowledgment, good clinical practice guidelines, and dealing with the rejected grant proposal. The research projects are often dropped or modified extensively due to the limited resources in the existing facility. The researchers are forced to compromise the research objective due to expensive requirements. There is a shortage of awareness regarding the availability of funding and grant for the conduct of research. Even if the researchers are aware of obtaining the financing, there is a lack of training in grant proposal writing, which is essential in getting the research funding. This book on grant proposal writing for medical and healthcare professionals covers such difficulties and deficiencies. It will provide complete companionship from knowing the funding agency to obtaining the grant. .
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    Plant Phenolics in Sustainable Agriculture : Volume 1 (2020)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Sustainability. ; Botanical chemistry. ; Climatology. ; Environment. ; Agriculture. ; Sustainability. ; Plant Biochemistry. ; Climate Sciences. ; Environmental Sciences.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Salicylic acid-mediated salt stress tolerance in plants -- Chapter 2. Biotechnology for Extraction of Plant Phenolics -- Chapter 3. Exploitation of Plant Phenolics in Animal Farming -- Chapter 4. FLAVONES AND FLAVONOLS: BIOACTIVITIES AND RESPONSES UNDER LIGHT STRESS IN HERBS -- Chapter 5. Interactive Biology of Auxins and Phenolics in Plant Environment -- Chapter 6. Bioavailability and Nutritional analysis of Flavonoids -- Chapter 7. Newly Identified Phenolic Compounds from Different Plant Families -- Chapter 8. Phenolic alleochemicals from crops and weed management -- Chapter 9. Phenolic Compounds against Fungal and Viral Plant Diseases -- Chapter 10. Phenolic compounds from medicinal herbs: their role in animal health and diseases: A new approach for sustainable welfare and development -- Chapter 11. Phenolics- A game changer in the life cycle of plants -- Chapter 12. Phenolics as plant protective companion against abiotic stress -- Chapter 13. Phenolics: A key defence Secondary Metabolite to Counter Biotic Stress -- Chapter 14. Phenolics From Agro-Industrial By-Products -- Chapter 15. Plant Phenolics and Post Harvesting Technologies -- Chapter 16. Plant Phenolics as Natural Preservatives in Food System -- Chapter 17. Plant phenolics for overcoming multidrug resistance in human fungal pathogen -- Chapter 18. Plant Phenolics: their biosynthesis, regulation, evolutionary significance and role in Senescence -- Chapter 19. Plant phenolics under water deficit conditions: Biosynthesis, accumulation and physiological roles in water stress alleviation -- Chapter 20. Plants as Biofactories for Phenolic Compounds -- Chapter 21. QUANTITATIVE GENETICS AND THE GENETIC BASIS FOR POLYPHENOLICS TRAIT IN PLANTS -- Chapter 22. Role of Phenolic Compounds in Plant Defensive Mechanisms -- Chapter 23. Role of Salicylic Acid in Biotic and Aboitic Stress Tolerance in Plants -- Chapter 24. Root Phenolics Profile Modulates Microbial Ecology of Rhizosphere -- Chapter 25. Defensive role of plant phenolics against pathogenic microbes for sustainable agriculture.
    Abstract: This book presents the latest research on plant phenolics, offering readers a detailed, yet comprehensive account of their role in sustainable agriculture. It covers a diverse range of topics, including extraction processes; the role of plant phenolics in growth and development; plant physiology; post-harvesting technologies; food preservation; environmental, biotic and abiotic stress; as well as nutrition and health. Further the book provides readers with an up-to-date review of this dynamic field and sets the direction for future research. Based on the authors’ extensive experience and written in an engaging style, this highly readable book will appeal to scholars from various disciplines. Bringing together work from leading international researchers, it is also a valuable reference resource for academics, researchers, students and teachers wanting to gain insights into the role of plant phenolics in sustainable agriculture.
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    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9789811548901
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-4890-1
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    Exploring Synergies and Trade-offs between Climate Change and the Sustainable Development Goals (2021)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Sustainability. ; Environment. ; Conservation biology. ; Ecology . ; Plant biotechnology. ; Agriculture. ; Sustainability. ; Environmental Sciences. ; Conservation Biology. ; Plant Biotechnology.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Achieving Food and Nutrition Security and Climate Change: Clash of the Titans or Alignment of the Stars? -- Chapter 2. Climate Change, Hunger and Food Security in Asia with special reference to Sri Lanka: Can the SDGs be Achieved by 2030? -- Chapter 3. The Status of Climate Variability and Food Accessibility: A Case of Households in Gauteng Province, South Africa -- Chapter 4. Climate resilient mariculture technologies for food and nutritional security -- Chapter 5. Climate change and adaptation: Recommendations for agriculture sector -- Chapter 6. Integrated Farming Systems: Climate Resilient Sustainable Food Production System in the Indian Himalayan Region -- Chapter 7. Adaptation mechanism of methylotrophic bacteria to drought condition and its strategies in mitigating plant stress caused by climate change -- Chapter 8. Synergies and Trade-offs between Climate Change and the Sustainable Development Goals in the Context of Marine Fisheries -- Chapter 9. Increasing Synergies between Climate Change and Sustainable Development in Energy Policy -- Chapter 10. Ensuring Domestic Water Security for Cities under Rapid Urbanisation and Climate Change Risks -- Chapter 11. Improving Water Productivity for Smallholder Rice Farmers in the Upper West Region of Ghana: A Review of Sustainable Approaches -- Chapter 12. Synergies between climate change, biodiversity, ecosystem function and services, indirect drivers of change and human well-being in forests -- Chapter 13. Climate change projections of current and future distributions of the endemic Loris lydekkerianus (Lorinae) in peninsular India -- Chapter 14. Climate Change, Air Pollution and SDG 3: An Indian Perspective -- Chapter 15. Empowerment of fisherwomen through marine farming.
    Abstract: The existential environmental crisis prompted the United Nations to formulate the Millennium Development Goals at the turn of the 21st century in order to embark on an era of sustainable development. The progress and deficiencies in achieving the Millennium Development Goals provided impetus to the intelligentsia and policymakers to map out the pertinent goals for a sustainable growth trajectory for humanity and the planet. The United Nations’ 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, which was adopted in September 2015, took the shape of 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and 169 targets. In effect, the 17 Sustainable Development Goals focus on protecting the earth's life support systems for intra- and inter-generational equity and for development that is rooted in sustainability science. Attaining these goals is an uphill task; nevertheless, scientific knowledge, trans and interdisciplinary inquiries, concerted global action and capacity building would provide an enabling environment for achieving the SDGs. This book explores the synergies and trade-offs between climate change management and other SDGs. It highlights the policy imperatives as well as the interrelations between combating climate change and its impacts (SDG 13) and food and nutritional security (SDG 2), water security (SDG 6), soil security (SDG 15), energy security (SDG 7), poverty eradication (SDG 1), gender equality (SDG 5), resilient infrastructure (SDG 9), and sustainable and resilient cities (SDG 11).
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    Pages: XIV, 402 p. 115 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2021.
    ISBN: 9789811573019
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-7301-9
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-15-7301-9
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    Role of Microorganisms in Pathogenesis and Management of Autoimmune Diseases : Volume II: Kidney, Central Nervous System, Eye, Blood, Blood Vessels & Bowel (2022)
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    Keywords: Immunology. ; Diseases Causes and theories of causation. ; Autoimmunity. ; Medicine Research. ; Biology Research. ; Immunology. ; Pathogenesis. ; Autoimmunity. ; Biomedical Research.
    Description / Table of Contents: PART I: HUMAN MICROBIOME, VACCINES AND AUTOIMMUNITY -- Chapter 1. Autoimmunity and Microbiome -- Chapter 2. The vaccines induced autoimmunity -- Chapter 3. COVID-19 and Autoimmunity -- Chapter 4. The protective discourse between infections and autoimmunity -- PART II: MICROORGANISMS IN PATHOGENESIS & MANAGEMENT OF AUTOIMMUNE KIDNEY DISEASES & ADRENAL INSUFFICIENCY -- Chapter 5. Microorganisms in pathogenesis and management of Anti-Neutrophil Cytoplasmic Antibody- (ANCA)- Associated Vasculitis -- Chapter 6. Microorganisms in pathogenesis and management of IgA Vasculitis and IgA Nephropathy -- Chapter 7. Microorganisms in pathogenesis and management of immune mediated glomerulopathies -- Chapter 8. Microorganisms in pathogenesis and management of Autoimmune Addison’s Disease (ADD) -- PART III: MICROORGANISMS IN PATHOGENESIS & MANAGEMENT OF CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM (CNS) DEMYELINATING AUTOIMMUNE DISEASES -- Chapter 9. Microorganisms in pathogenesis and management of Multiple Sclerosis (MS) -- Chapter 10. Microorganisms in pathogenesis and management of Guillain-Barre syndrome (GBS) -- Chapter 11. Microorganisms in pathogenesis and management of Neuromyelitis Optica -- Chapter 12. Microorganisms in pathogenesis and management of Acute Disseminated Encephalomyelitis (ADEM) -- PART IV: MICROORGANISMS IN PATHOGENESIS & MANAGEMENT OF INFLAMMATORY BOWEL DISEASES (IBDs) -- Chapter 13. Microorganisms in pathogenesis and management of Ulcerative colitis (UC) -- Chapter 14. Microorganisms in pathogenesis and management of Crohn’s disease (CD) -- Chapter 15. Microorganisms in pathogenesis and management of Pouchitis -- Chapter 16. Microorganisms in pathogenesis and management of Coeliac Disease -- PART V: MICROORGANISMS IN PATHOGENESIS & MANAGEMENT OF AUTOIMMUNE BLOOD & BLOOD VESSEL DISORDERS -- Chapter 17. Microorganisms in pathogenesis and management of Anti-Phospholipid Syndrome (Hughes syndrome) -- Chapter 18. Microorganisms in pathogenesis and management of Behçet Disease (BD) -- Chapter 19. Microorganisms in pathogenesis and management of Immune Thrombocytopenia -- PART VI: MICROORGANISMS IN PATHOGENESIS & MANAGEMENT OF AUTOIMMUNE EYE DISEASES -- Chapter 20. Microorganisms in pathogenesis and management of Autoimmune Uveitis -- Chapter 21. Microorganisms in pathogenesis and management of Autoimmune Retinopathy (AIR) -- Chapter 22. Microorganisms in pathogenesis and management of Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) -- Chapter 23. The influence of the microbiome and genetic associations on immune functions and on autoimmune and autoinflammatory diseases -- Chapter 24. Current challenges in research with exploring the microbial pathomechanisms of Autoimmune diseases -- Chapter 25. Future therapeutic prospects in dealing with autoimmune diseases: Treatment Based on the Microbiome Model.
    Abstract: This book, which is the second volume of Role of Microorganisms in Pathogenesis and Management of Autoimmune Diseases, provides comprehensive coverage on how microbial pathogens can subvert our immune system into responding against self and resulting in autoimmune diseases. In particular, the book covers the different aspects of linking gut microbiota dysbiosis with autoimmune mechanisms involved in disease development to identify future effective approaches based on the gut microbiota for preventing these autoimmune diseases. Contributions in the book focus on the role of microbiota/probiotics and their distinct mechanisms exerted in the management of autoimmune diseases of the kidney, central nervous system, eye, blood vessel, and bowel. This could help in better understanding to design of therapeutic strategies that can be deployed to prevent these autoimmune diseases. The book has an interdisciplinary appeal and scholars with an interest in immunology, medical microbiology, and nutritional sciences will value its contribution. Overall, the book gives new dimension and insight into the aspects of microbial role in autoimmune disease pathogenesis.
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    Pages: XXI, 542 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811948008
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-19-4800-8
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-19-4800-8
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    Prebiotics, Probiotics and Nutraceuticals (2022)
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    Keywords: Pharmacology. ; Clinical medicine Research. ; Medicine Research. ; Biology Research. ; Pharmacology. ; Clinical Research. ; Biomedical Research.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1. Potentiality of Probiotics in Inactivation of Tetrodotoxin -- Chapter 2. Therapeutic Strategy for the Deterrence of COVID-19 with Relevance to Probiotics -- Chapter 3. Plant based Bioactive compounds in Cancer Therapeutics -- Chapter 4. Therapeutic Strategy for the Deterrence of COVID-19 with Relevance to Probiotics -- Chapter 5. Probiotics as efficacious therapeutic option for treating gut-related diseases: molecular and immunobiological perspectives -- Chapter 6. The progressive development of probiotics, prebiotics, synbiotics research, and its multipurpose use in the ornamental fishery -- Chapter 7. The commercial perspective of probiotics, and bioremediating components in aquaculture pond management: A Case Study -- Chapter 8. Prebiotics as promising therapeutics for treating gut-related disorders : Biochemical and Molecular Perspectives -- Chapter 9. Prebiotics and Probiotics as Functional Foods: Prospect and Promises in Metabolic Diseases. Chapter 10. Implications of probiotics and prebiotics on immune functions -- Chapter 11. Recent Trends in Natural Medicines and Nutraceuticals Research -- Chapter 12. Nutraceuticals-are alternative to modern medicines- Chapter 13. Socio-Economic Study of Prospective of probiotic, prebiotic and synbiotic for sustainable development of aquaculture in Indian Sunderban -- Chapter 14. Drosophila melanogaster as an in-vivo model for the investigation of host microbiota interaction -- Chapter 15. Prospectives of Prebiotics, Probiotics and Synbiotics for Sustainable Development of Aquaculture.
    Abstract: The book titled ‘Prebiotics, Probiotics and Nutraceuticals’ is expected to direct many emerging research pathwaysneed at local and global levels for nutrition and food supplements for developing immunity for healthy life. This volume incorporates sixteen seminal papers on issue based research and their practical applications covering latest information and progress on different area of nutritional supplement research fight against disease. The book highlights the frontier issues and applications in nutritional biotechnology with wide coverage of the themes like Potentiality of Probiotics in Inactivation of Tetrodotoxin, Therapeutic Strategy for the Deterrence of COVID-19 with Relevance to Probiotics and Prospectives of Prebiotics, Probiotics and Synbiotics for Sustainable Development in Aquaculture.Plant based Bioactive compounds in Cancer Therapeutics, Recent Trends in Natural Medicines and Nutraceuticals Research, Probiotics as efficacious therapeutic option for treating gut-related diseases: molecular and immune-biological perspectives, The progressive development of probiotics, prebiotics, synbiotics research, and its multipurpose use in the ornamental fishery, The commercial perspective of probiotics, and bioremediating components in aquaculture pond management: A Case Study andPrebiotics as promising therapeutics for treating gut-related disorders : Biochemical and Molecular Perspectives. Prebiotics and Probiotics as Functional Foods: Prospect and Promises in Metabolic Diseases, Implications of probiotics and prebiotics on immune functions. Recent Trends in Natural Medicines and Nutraceuticals Research, Nutraceuticals are alternative to modern medicines, Socio-Economic Study of Prospective of probiotic, prebiotic and synbiotic for sustainable development of aquaculture in Indian Sunderban. This book will be very useful for the scholars, biotechnologists, agricultural scientists, nutritionist, medical doctors, researchers, teachers and students in the emerging field of biotechnology.
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    Pages: XVI, 340 p. 1 illus. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2022.
    ISBN: 9789811689901
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-8990-1
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-16-8990-1
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    Plant Responses to Soil Pollution (2020)
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    Keywords: Botany. ; Agriculture. ; Environmental health. ; Environmental chemistry. ; Biotic communities. ; Plant Science. ; Agriculture. ; Environmental Health. ; Environmental Chemistry. ; Ecosystems.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapter 1: Soil Acidification and Its Impact on Plants -- Chapter 2: Challenges to Organic farming in Restoration of Degraded Land in India -- Chapter 3: Biochemical and Molecular Responses of Plants exposed to Radioactive Pollutants -- Chapter 4: Cadmium: A Threatening Agent for Plants -- Chapter 5: Effect of Soil Polluted by Heavy Metals: Effect on Plants, Bioremediation and adoptive evolution in plants -- Chapter 6: Plant Responses to Sewage Pollution -- Chapter 7: Soil Pollution caused by Agricultural Practices and Strategies to Manage Them -- Chapter 8: Inorganic Soil Contaminants and their Biological Remediation -- Chapter 9: Phytoremediation of pollutants from soil -- Chapter 10: Impacts of Soil Pollution on Human Health with Special Reference to Human Physiognomy and Physiology -- Chapter 11: Impact of Herbicide Use on Soil Microorganisms -- Chapter 12: Biological Magnification of Soil Pollutants -- Chapter 13: Soil Pollution and Human Health -- Chapter 14: Emission of Greenhouse Gases from Soil: An Assessment of Agricultural Management Practices.
    Abstract: Soil is a vital support system for all life forms, and is directly or indirectly exposed to various pollutants and harmful chemicals. Any pollutant entering the soil system not only affects the quality of the soil, but also the plants and crops growing in it. Further, soil pollution has far-reaching impacts, since harmful chemicals can become biomagnified and enter the food chain, causing severe health concerns. Degraded soils can adversely affect various plant systems by creating biotic and abiotic stress, which increases the chances of biochemical and physiological disorders. Chronic diseases and lower yield have been reported as consequences of soil pollution. Drawing on decades of soil-related research, this book focuses on soil pollution, types of soil pollutants, and their impacts on plant physiological and biochemical systems, along with crop productivity. The book begins with a brief introduction to soil pollution and continues with a discussion of the different types and their effects, together with remediation methods. It highlights various sources of soil pollution such as herbicides, acidification, chemical fertilizers, sewage sludge, heavy metals, and radioactive pollutants. It also covers plant responses to combinations of pollutants, effects of pollutants on plant ultrastructure, interactions between pollutants and plant diseases, and interactions between pollutants and agricultural practices. In closing, it addresses the challenges involved in the restoration of degraded land, side effects of agricultural practices in the form of greenhouse gases, and strategies for mitigating these effects. Plant Responses to Soil Pollution offers an essential guide for students, environmental consultants, researchers and other professionals involved in soil and plant-related research.
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    Pages: XXI, 248 p. 27 illus., 17 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9789811549649
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-4964-9
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-15-4964-9
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    Molecular Hydrogen for Medicine : The Art of Ancient Life Revived (2020)
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    Keywords: Medicine Research. ; Biology Research. ; Human physiology. ; Medical sciences. ; Life sciences. ; Biomedical Research. ; Human Physiology. ; Health Sciences. ; Life Sciences.
    Description / Table of Contents: Part I What is Molecular Hydrogen Medicine? -- Chapter 1 The power of hydrogen molecules uncovered -- Chapter 2 Development of Molecular Hydrogen Medicine -- Chapter 3 From the front-line of research – Interviews -- Chapter 4 Physiological effects of the hydrogen molecule -- Chapter 5 Some fundamental properties of hydrogen and water -- Chapter 6 Functions of heavy water in living organisms -- Chapter 7 The future of Molecular Hydrogen Medicine -- Part II Tracing the History of Life and Hydrogen -- Chapter 8 The genesis of life in the world of hydrogen, Eons ago- Chapter 9 Drastic changes of living organisms in the oxygen age -- Chapter 10 Since the appearance of humans.
    Abstract: This book provides a comprehensive account of the current status of molecular hydrogen medicine, a young field that emerged with the discovery that inhalation of hydrogen gas leads to the elimination of harmful reactive oxygen species in rats. Various physiologic effects have since been demonstrated, and possible medical applications identified. Numerous clinical projects have now been undertaken, yielding startling results. Despite this, molecular hydrogen medicine remains underappreciated among the medical community at large. The author aims to rectify this situation by fairly but critically evaluating the potential clinical benefits based on the latest scientific research. In addition, the observed physiological effects of hydrogen gas are considered within the broad context of the evolution of life on earth, offering new perspectives and helping to place molecular hydrogen medicine legitimately within the framework of life sciences. Written in an accessible manner, the book will be of value to students, researchers, clinicians, and the general public.
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    Pages: XI, 179 p. 89 illus., 30 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9789811571572
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-7157-2
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-15-7157-2
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    Sustainable Solutions for Elemental Deficiency and Excess in Crop Plants (2020)
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    Keywords: Agriculture. ; Plant physiology. ; Plants Development. ; Botanical chemistry. ; Agriculture. ; Plant Physiology. ; Plant Development. ; Plant Biochemistry.
    Description / Table of Contents: Part 1 - General aspects -- Chapter 1 - Elemental concentrations in soil, water and air -- Chapter 2 - Deficiency of essential elements in crop plants -- Chapter 3 - The toxicity and accumulation of metals in crop plants -- Chapter 4 - Effect of deficiency of essential elements and toxicity of metals on human health -- Chapter 5 - An overview of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium: Key players of nutrition process in plants -- Chapter 6 - The mechanisms of trace element uptake and transport up to grains of crop plants -- Chapter 7 - Biofortification of crop plants: A practical solution to tackle elemental deficiency -- Chapter 8 - An overview on management of micronutrients deficiency in plants through bio-fortification: a solution of hidden hunger -- Chapter 9 - Biological interventions towards management of essential elements in crop plants -- Chapter 10- Biotechnological approaches to enhance crop quality for iron and zinc nutrition -- Chapter 11- Toxic metals in crops: A burgeoning problem -- Chapter 12 - Heavy metal contamination of environment and crop plants -- Chapter 13 - Mechanism of Toxic Metal Uptake and Transport in Plants -- Chapter 14 - Cadmium: Bioavailability in Soils and Phytotoxicity -- Chapter 15 - Cadmium: Uptake in plants and its alleviation via crosstalk between phytohormones and sulfur -- Chapter 16- Agronomic management practices to tackle toxic metal entry into crop plants -- Chapter 17- Microbial inoculation to alleviate the metal toxicity in crop plants and subsequent growth promotion -- Chapter 18 - Genetic engineering to reduce toxicity and increase accumulation of toxic metals in plants.
    Abstract: This book covers all aspects of deficiency of essential elements and excess of toxic ones in crop plants. The metal deficiency and toxicity are the two sides of same problem that are threatening to sustainable agricultural growth. The book presents prospective strategies for the management of elemental nutrition of crop plants. Chapters are arranged in a manner so as to develop a lucid picture of the topic beginning from basics to advanced research. The content is supplemented with flow charts and figures to make it convenient for readers to holistically grasp the concepts. It will be a value addition for students, research scholars and professionals in understanding the basics as well latest developments in the area of metal deficiency and excess in crop plants.
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    Pages: XV, 501 p. 57 illus., 38 illus. in color. , online resource.
    Edition: 1st ed. 2020.
    ISBN: 9789811586361
    URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-15-8636-1
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-15-8636-1
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