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  • Urban Geography

    Social and Spatial Dynamics of the City
    • 1 Edición
    • Barney Warf
    • Inglés
    Urban Geography: Social and Spatial Dynamics of the City is an essential introductory textbook for urban geography from an urban political economy perspective. It lays special emphasis on the dynamics of capitalist cities, exploring the complex politics of inequality in an engaging and approachable way. The book addresses a wide range of topics concerned with both production and social reproduction in the city and explores both social issues such as poverty and inequality as well as environmental issues such as climate change.The initial chapters of the book make a case for why cities are such an important locus of study for urban geography and traces the origins and historical development of cities globally. The textbook provides a detailed overview of the effects of the industrial revolution on the city and examines the historical geography of the US. From here, the subsequent chapters review the urban economy and urban hierarchies, engaging with questions of urban residential space, segregation, social ecology, and gentrification. The relationship between the state and the urban structure is investigated, as well as the issues of environmental problems, air pollution, climate change and water shortage. Finally, urbanization in the developing world is examined considering the legacies of colonialism and formal and informal urban economies.This textbook is an essential resource for upper-level undergraduate students in geography and environmental science and non-science majors engaging with urban geography within the social sciences. It is also useful for professionals in the field of urban planning, environmental science, and architecture. This textbook contains study questions as additional resources for students and instructors.

  • Network Coding

    From Principles to Practice
    • 1 Edición
    • Juan A. Cabrera Guerrero + 1 más
    • Inglés
    Network Coding: From Principles to Practice explains the fundamentals of network coding from a practical perspective, helping engineers in industry and researchers in academia wanting to deploy network coding in their simulations and real-life applications. The book takes a practical, problem-based learning approach to network coding using guided software simulations. With this book the reader will:Understand the fundamental principles behind network codingLearn how to implement a network coding software libraryUse a network coding library to test the fundamental principlesBe able to produce code that can quickly be adapted for their specific researchUnderstand the reasoning of more advanced and latest-researched network coding topics such as reliable distributed storage, partial packet recovery, etc.Network Coding: From Principles to Practice is suitable for Undergraduates, post-graduates, academic researchers and engineers in industry who want to understand and implement the fundamental principles of network coding.

  • Biomedical Applications of Self-Healing Polymers

    • 1 Edición
    • Robin Augustine + 3 más
    • Inglés
    Biomedical Applications of Self-Healing Polymers addresses the critical need for materials that can self-repair, enhancing the durability and functionality of biomedical devices and tissue engineering scaffolds. The design, characterization, and fabrication of self-healing polymers is covered, as well as key preparation methods, classifications, and mechanisms of action. This book also explores the integration of nanoparticles in self-healing polymers and the creation of self-healing scaffolds for tissue regeneration. The second part of the book focuses on the biomedical applications of self-healing polymers, such as wound healing, drug delivery, cell and tissue engineering, medical devices, dental restorative materials, and 3D-printed biomedical constructs.Sections include in vitro and in vivo evaluations, discussing current limitations and future prospects. This book is ideal for academics and researchers in materials science, biomedical engineering, and pharmaceutical and biomedical sciences.

  • Nanocomposite Biosensors for Healthcare Applications

    • 1 Edición
    • Prashant Kesharwani
    • Inglés
    Nanocomposite Biosensors for Healthcare Applications examines the critical role of nanocomposites in advancing biosensor technology for clinical and biomedical applications. The book provides a single reference point, covering the design, fabrication, unique properties, and diverse healthcare applications of nanocomposite biosensors. A detailed review of a range of nanocomposites is offered, including graphene, gold nanoparticles, carbon nanotubes, and quantum dots. In addition, various biosensors and their benefits are assessed, such as wearable biosensors, lab-on-a-chip systems, and point-of-care devices, with key healthcare applications in managing diabetes, cancer, cardiovascular diseases, and infectious diseases thoroughly explored.This book also addresses regulatory, sustainability, and commercialization challenges, providing a detailed overview of how nanocomposites are reshaping diagnostics and healthcare. It is a valuable reference for researchers and academics in materials science, biomedical engineering, and pharmaceutical science, and may also appeal to healthcare professionals interested in nanocomposites and innovative biosensors for various clinical applications.

  • Robust Theoretical Models in Medicinal Chemistry

    QSAR, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Deep Learning
    • 1 Edición
    • Luciana Scotti + 1 más
    • Inglés
    Robust Theoretical Models in Medicinal Chemistry: QSAR, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Deep Learning serves as a valuable resource chock full of applications extending into multiple knowledge domains. The meticulous construction of a robust model holds significance, not only in drug discovery but also in engineering, chemistry, pharmaceutical, and food-related research, illustrating the broad spectrum of fields where QSAR methodologies can be instrumental. The activities considered in QSAR span chemical measurements and biological assays, making this approach a versatile tool applicable across various scientific domains. Currently, QSAR finds extensive use in diverse disciplines, prominently in drug design and environmental risk assessment.Quantitat... Structure-Activity Relationships (QSAR) represent a concerted effort to establish correlations between structural or property descriptors of compounds and their respective activities. These physicochemical descriptors encompass a wide array of parameters, accounting for hydrophobicity, topology, electronic properties, and steric effects, and can be determined empirically or, more recently, through advanced computational methods.

  • Therapeutic Applications of Phytoconstituent Nanomedicines

    • 1 Edición
    • Prashant Kesharwani
    • Inglés
    Therapeutic Applications of Phytoconstituent Nanomedicines provides an overview of the development of phytoconstituents and nano-phytoconstituen... as a leading therapeutic agent in the management of various diseases. This book reviews the mechanisms and properties of phytoconstituents, as well as thoroughly describing the most recent developments in emerging drug delivery systems, focused on and derived from nanotechnology. This book helps readers to design and develop novel nano-drug delivery systems and devices for the delivery of phytoconstituents, whilst providing insight and analysis of regulatory and clinical aspects. Therapeutic Applications of Phytoconstituent Nanomedicines is a useful reference for researchers in the fields of materials science, pharmaceutical science, tissue engineering, and nanotechnology.

  • Carbohydrate Functional Coatings

    Fundamentals and Applications
    • 1 Edición
    • Varaprasad Kokkarachedu + 1 más
    • Inglés
    Carbohydrate Functional Coatings: Fundamentals and Applications provides a detailed overview of how carbohydrate coatings can be functionalized to enhance their properties, including anti-microbial, antioxidant, anti-corrosive, and fire-resistant features, thus making them suitable for diverse applications. The book begins with fundamental concepts about carbohydrates, including their sources and classifications. It then discusses essential methods for applying these coatings and the techniques used to measure their effectiveness. Following sections highlight specific applications across various industries, such as food, agriculture, biomedicine, textiles, and building materials.In addition, the content addresses challenges in the field and explores future directions for research and development, including the role of carbohydrate coatings in promoting sustainability and their potential environmental impacts. This book is a valuable resource for researchers, scientists, and advanced students who want to learn about the unique properties and applications of carbohydrate coatings, as well as the latest advancements in the field.

  • Federated Learning for the Metaverse

    Applications in Virtual Environments
    • 1 Edición
    • Noor Zaman Jhanjhi + 3 más
    • Inglés
    Federated Learning for the Metaverse: Applications in Virtual Environments provides readers with insights into how federated learning, a decentralized machine learning paradigm, can be strategically applied to address critical aspects of the metaverse. The book covers a wide range of topics, including privacy-preserving personalization, security, collaboration, adaptive learning environments, real-time communication, decentralized governance, language understanding, immersive learning experiences, avatar customization, and dynamic scene rendering.

  • Understanding Molecular Processes using Electrochemical Methods

    • 1 Edición
    • Ashis Kumar Satpati + 1 más
    • Inglés
    Understanding Molecular Processes using Electrochemical Methods offers a detailed compendium of techniques for molecular analysis. The book considers step and sweep techniques, scanning electrochemical microscopy, spectroelectrochemic... techniques, electrochemiluminesc... and scanning probe techniques while also exploring COSMOL multiphysics simulation, electroanalysis in biomedical and clinical applications, and future prospects for electrochemical techniques. Chapters focus on evaluating redox reactions, biological interactions, kinetics, quorum sensing, biofilm formation, surface modification and more molecular aspects. This volume offers a deep-dive into the fundamental principles behind the latest electrochemical techniques, equipping researchers with practical guidance for their own experiments.Users will find this to be an ideal reference for researchers working across a range of disciplines including molecular biology, bioanalytical chemistry, biomedical science, and translational medicine.

  • Graphene Quantum Dots

    Synthesis, Properties, and Applications
    • 1 Edición
    • Srikanta Moharana + 1 más
    • Inglés
    Graphene Quantum Dots: Synthesis, Properties, and Applications provides a detailed exploration of graphene quantum dots (GQDs), covering their synthesis methods, unique properties, and applications. The book begins with fundamental aspects of GQDs, discussing synthesis techniques, doping, and functionalization methods, and highlighting their distinctive characteristics. It also examines the electronic, magnetic, and optical properties of GQDs, followed by a look at their diverse applications in fields such as energy storage, optoelectronics, and biomedicine. This resource serves as a valuable tool for academic and industrial researchers, materials scientists, engineers, chemists, physicists, and others working on the development of graphene quantum dots and related materials.By providing insights into current research, challenges, and future possibilities, the book offers a comprehensive guide for those working with GQDs to advance their understanding and applications in various industries.

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