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This book aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of food security by exploring the interconnections between agricultural practices, nutritional status, socioeconomic factors, and technological advancements. It addresses the challenges posed by population growth, climate change, and socioeconomic disparities, focusing on sustainable agriculture, equitable access to food, and community resilience. The book integrates insights from multilevel modeling, structural equation modeling, and case studies to highlight effective strategies for combating malnutrition, promoting gender equality, and enhancing food systems. It also emphasizes the importance of policy interventions, community engagement, and innovative technologies in fostering a sustainable, resilient, and equitable global food landscape.Key features Multidisciplinary Approach: Integrates nutrition, agriculture, economics, and gender studies to offer a comprehensive view of food security challenges and solutions. Advanced Analytical Methods: Employs multilevel modeling and structural equation modeling to identify key factors affecting child nutrition and the impact of agricultural productivity. Focus on Gender Equality: Highlights the critical role of women's health and empowerment in improving food systems and achieving sustainable development goals. Practical Solutions: Proposes actionable strategies such as rice fortification and millet promotion, tailored to diverse socioeconomic and climatic conditions. Holistic Framework: Combines theoretical insights with real-world applications to create a sustainable, resilient, and equitable global food system. The target audience for this book includes researchers, policymakers, public health professionals, agricultural and environmental scientists, NGOs, community leaders, students, educators, and development agencies. It provides insights into food security, sustainable agriculture, nutrition, gender equality, and community engagement, making it valuable for those involved in related fields and initiatives.

CRISPR-Cas-Based Genome Editing for Treating Human Diseases, Part B represents CRISPR-Cas systems for genome editing. Currently, CRISPR-Cas systems have been proven to be a key technology for targeted genome editing, which is acting as a simple, rapid, and cost-effective solution. Chapters in this release include Current approaches in CRISPR –Cas systems for metabolic disorders, Recent progress in CRISPR –Cas systems for CRISPR for retinal diseases, Recent progress in CRISPR –Cas systems for cataract and blindness, Advances in CRISPR –Cas systems for muscular dystrophy, Recent development in CRISPR –Cas systems for cardiac disease, Current approaches in CRISPR –Cas systems for diabetes, and much more.Additional sections cover Advances in CRISPR –Cas systems for liver disease, Advances in CRISPR –Cas systems for lung disease, Advances in CRISPR –Cas systems for kidney diseases, Current progress in CRISPR –Cas systems for rare disease, Advances in CRISPR –Cas systems for heredity disease, Recent progress in CRISPR –Cas systems for neurological disorders, and CRISPR challenges in clinical developments. - Provides CRISPR-Cas systems for metabolic disorders, retinal disease cataracts, and blindness - Offer updates on muscular dystrophy, cardiac disease, diabetes, and liver disease - Includes content on lung disease, kidney diseases, rare diseases, heredity diseases, neurological disorders, and CRISPR challenges in clinical developments

The fifth edition of this essential text provides a comprehensive overview of working in intensive care. Written for critical care nurses practising at Level 3, it is fully updated to ensure the evidence base is up to date and the content reflects contemporary best practice.Intensive Care Nursing covers patient-focused issues of bedside nursing; the technical knowledge necessary to care safely for ICU patients; the more common and specialised disease processes and treatments encountered; and how nurses can use their knowledge and skills to develop their own and others'practice. This feature includes all-new chapters on maternal critical care and principles of pharmacology for intensive care nursing. The chapters include numerous pedagogical features to aid readers in transferring their learning, such as boxes highlighting implications for practice, further reading sections, and clinical scenarios with questions.Intensive Care Nursing is essential reading for student and qualified nurses and allied health professionals working with critically ill patients, particularly those undertaking post-registration training in the area.

This book is a reference material on how to sustainably manage water crises. The causes and effects of water crises under different regions in the Global South are explored in this book. Approaches for the sustainable management of water crises are also highlighted in the book, especially in the Global South, where the level of technologies available for sustainable management of water are limited. Water crisis is a global problem but with disproportionate higher consequences in the lobal South. About 25% of the global population resides in water-stressed countries, and about 10% of the world population lives in areas with high water vulnerability. Furthermore, many millions of people across the globe lack access to potable water supplies. As such, many people could be displaced by water crises or scarcity shortly. The effects of the water crisis on the environment include increased salinity, nutrient pollution, the loss of floodplains, the drying ofriverbeds, the loss of habitat, wetlands disappearing, and ecosystem loss. On the human level, it could lead to disease outbreaks, drought, famine, and death. This may have more severe effects in countries in the Global South as compared to nations in the Global North. This is because the water cycle is very intense in Asia and Africa, which are important areas in the Global South. This book is of interest and useful to aquatic toxicologists, water quality experts, practitioners, trainees, and trainers, environmentalists, biological sciences scientists, academics, researchers, students (especially undergraduates and postgraduates), libraries, and other public knowledge repositories interested in novel and advanced practices in sustainable water management.

This book outlines the development of renewable energies in the Middle East and North Africa, it offers up-to-date information about their variability, availability and utilization, and serves as a guide for understanding the MENA renewable energy potential. Readers will find an authoritative discussion about the implementation of renewable energies, trends and forecast of solar, wind and geothermal systems applications in this region. Case studies from China, Mexico and Vietnam are also included in this book to foster the implementation of renewable energies in the MENA region. The MENA region is known for its immense oil, petroleum and gas reserve, being one of the most important regions in the world for fossil energy accessibility and, hence, for the global economic stability. This region holds at the same time the world's greatest potential for renewable energy and over the past few years it has been receiving national and international political support for promoting the future of solar and wind power energies. However, can the region go green taking into account the availability of the natural resources? Expert contributors from countries such as United Arab Emirates, Egypt, Algeria, Turkey, and Morocco provide their perspective on this challenge and offer a comprehensive overview of the latest pilot projects for renewable energy in the region. This book will appeal to researchers, students, engineers and policymakers interested in the potential of alternative energy resources in the MENA region.

Advances in Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment, Volume 178 in the International Review in Neurobiology series, presents a comprehensive exploration of emerging therapies and approaches in the field. Topics in this new release include Introduction: Current Treatments, Oxytocin and Vasopressin, Neuroactive steroids, Pharmacological activators of ALDH2, Anti inflammatories and mesenchymal stem cells, Sodium oxybate, Psychedelic compounds, Cannabinoids, Environmental Enrichment, Animal models and translational challenges, GABAergic compounds, and Ghrelin system and GLP-1. - Explores neurobiological, pharmacological, and unconventional modalities for treating AUD - Integrates insights from leading experts, bridging pre-clinical and clinical viewpoints - Investigates new compounds and cutting-edge research in AUD treatment

Data Analytics for Intelligent Transportation Systems provides in-depth coverage of data-enabled methods for analyzing intelligent transportation systems (ITS), including the tools needed to implement these methods using big data analytics and other computing techniques. The book examines the major characteristics of connected transportation systems, along with the fundamental concepts of how to analyze the data they produce. It explores collecting, archiving, processing, and distributing the data, designing data infrastructures, data management and delivery systems, and the required hardware and software technologies. It presents extensive coverage of existing and forthcoming intelligent transportation systems and data analytics technologies. All fundamentals/concepts presented in this book are explained in the context of ITS. Users will learn everything from the basics of different ITS data types and characteristics to how to evaluate alternative data analytics for different ITS applications. They will discover how to design effective data visualizations, tactics on the planning process, and how to evaluate alternative data analytics for different connected transportation applications, along with key safety and environmental applications for both commercial and passenger vehicles, data privacy and security issues, and the role of social media data in traffic planning. Data Analytics for Intelligent Transportation Systems will prepare an educated ITS workforce and tool builders to make the vision for safe, reliable, and environmentally sustainable intelligent transportation systems a reality. It serves as a primary or supplemental textbook for upper-level undergraduate and graduate ITS courses and a valuable reference for ITS practitioners. - Utilizes real ITS examples to facilitate a quicker grasp of materials presented - Contains contributors from both leading academic and commercial domains - Explains how to design effective data visualizations, tactics on the planning process, and how to evaluate alternative data analytics for different connected transportation applications - Includes exercise problems in each chapter to help readers apply and master the learned fundamentals, concepts, and techniques - New to the second edition: Two new chapters on Quantum Computing in Data Analytics and Society and Environment in ITS Data Analytics

Phytochemistry in Corrosion Science covers the use of plant extracts/phytochemicals in corrosion mitigation with industrial applications. It explores innovative and characterization approaches toward the utilization of plant extracts and their phytochemicals as potential corrosion inhibitors for several metals and their alloys.Providing a comprehensive overview of the green aspects of plant extracts as corrosion inhibitors, this book discusses the preparation of aqueous and organic phase extracts, and their advantages, disadvantages, and use for different aggressive media. It also examines aqueous and organic extracts that have been successfully used as corrosion inhibitors for various metals and electrolyte combinations.This book will be a useful reference for undergraduate and graduate students and academic researchers in the fields of phytochemistry, corrosion science and engineering, environmental science, chemical engineering, green chemistry, and mechanical/industrial engineering.

Experience the eco-friendly breakthrough in corrosion mitigation through functionalized thin fi lm coatings! This book delves deep into the cutting-edge advancements in synthesizing and applying functionalized thin fi lm coatings to safeguard metals and alloys by replacing commercially available toxic inhibitors. It includes an overview, of properties, applications, and methodologies to detect and inhibit corrosion.

For over 3,000 years, traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has made great contributions to the health and well-being of Chinese people. The practice of TCM has also been adapted in many Asian countries for centuries. Nowadays in China, along with Western medicine, TCM is well integrated in the Chinese healthcare system as one of two mainstream medical practices.In the past several decades, the fast economic growth of China has not only promoted the use of TCM beyond Chinese-speaking countries, but also inspired researchers to perform modern scientific research on TCM for disease treatment and health maintenance. The American Journal of Chinese Medicine (AJCM) is the oldest complementary and integrative medical journal in the U.S. In this book, the most read and influential research studies published in the AJCM in recent years were selected and organized in five sections based on key target organs and therapies. These articles reflect the high standards of contemporary TCM research.This book is designed for physicians and other healthcare professionals, biomedical researchers, medical students, and interested individuals. Readers will gain from the knowledge and experience of the many contributors to this text, which provides the most updated, evidence-based TCM research information.

This is an open access book. The 2nd International Conference on Advanced Research in Social and Economic Science (ICARSE) proudly announces its return as a beacon of intellectual dialogue and collaborative discovery. This year's conference, themed “Harnessing Social Science and Economics for Post-Pandemic Renewal: Strategies for Global Resilience and Prosperity”, seeks to foster a fertile ground where academics, professionals, and industry experts can converge to dissect, discuss, and devise strategies that leverage the power of social science and economics in charting a course towards a globally resilient and prosperous future in the post-pandemic era.In this critical juncture of history, ICARSE 2023 aims to be a crucible where innovative ideas and evidence-based strategies are cultivated to address the challenges that have emerged in the wake of the global pandemic. It aspires to facilitate discourse that would bridge gaps, forge connections, and inspire solutions that resonate on a global scale, fostering a future marked by resilience and shared prosperity.

The United Nations describes sustainable development as “development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.” It encompasses the need to incorporate growing concerns about a range of environmental and public health issues with socio-economic affairs. This new book focuses on the goal of implementing greener environment approaches while considering public health and human well-being and economies. The volume presents and examines advances, developments, and the underlying concepts of a healthy urban environment in the areas of water and wastewater treatment, food supply under sustainable development, and chemical contamination.

This collection contains 143 peer-reviewed papers on water resources and the environment presented at World Environmental and Water Resources Congress 2024, held in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, May 19–22, 2024.

Solid waste landfilling and related environmental issues have become global concerns, particularly in developing countries. Accelerating population growth and changing lifestyles have exacerbated health and environmental challenges. This book looks at the global ramifications of leachate characterization and environmental impacts, highlighting the different issues related to landfilling, such as leachate generation and its constituents. When water enters a landfill, it assimilates the dissolved components of the decomposing waste, thus forming a leachate with considerable impacts on the environment. The nature of the landfill and the waste received (household waste alone or mixed with industrial waste) determine whether the leachate produced is hazardous or not. The decomposition of solid waste in landfills goes through several stages, including an initial aerobic phase, an anaerobic acid phase, an initial methanogenic phase and a stable methanogenic phase. Leachates can contain significant concentrations of heavy metals, inorganic salts, ammonia, halogenated hydrocarbons, suspended matter, organic pollutants in significant quantities... Generally, leachate discharges are rich in phenol, highly toxic polluting ammonium. Ecotoxicological assessment of this effluent is essential to determine the impact of its contaminants on the aquatic ecosystem. If pollutants are not disposed of properly, leachate from landfills can potentially enter soils and subsoils, severely contaminating surface and groundwater bodies. Therefore, reducing pollutant levels through leachate treatment has garnered considerable attention in recent decades. This publication is an invaluable resource, providing up-to-date information on the impact and characterization of leachate landfills. It is therefore time to accentuate the training of executives with all the skills to facilitate the waste management through the research efforts of academics, in the field of solid wastelandfill operations.

Presenting a comprehensive and pragmatic view on challenges around sporting events, this timely Research Handbook examines the hosting of major sporting events and the impacts they can have on stakeholders. Looking beyond the host destination, it provides a wealth of conceptual analysis on the organisation and administration of such events, including the bidding process, planning, management, sponsorship issues, and marketing.Multidisciplinary in nature, this Research Handbook features contributions from eminent academics, offering insights into some of the largest international sporting events, and analysing their expected and actual outcomes. Adopting both short-run and long-run perspectives, contributors explore the diverse monetary and non-monetary impacts of major sporting events and how these can be shaped by a wide range of factors, including the cultures in which stakeholders live and operate.Outlining a nuanced range of international perspectives on major sporting events, this Research Handbook presents state-of-the-art research and will appeal to students and researchers across sports, economic sociology, social policy, and economics and finance. It will also serve as a valuable tool for sports managers, stakeholders, and practitioners interested in event hostship.

This book, which is part of a two-volume handbook set, gives a comprehensive description of recent developments in materials science and manufacturing technology, aiming primarily at its applications in biomedical science, advanced engineering materials, conventional/non-conventional manufacturing techniques, sustainable engineering design, and related domains.Manufacturing Engineering and Materials Science: Tools and Applications provides state-of-the-art research conducted in the fields of technological advancements in surface engineering, tribology, additive manufacturing, precision manufacturing, electromechanical systems, and computer-assisted design and manufacturing.The book captures emerging areas of materials science and advanced manufacturing engineering and presents the most recent trends in research for emerging researchers, field engineers, and academic professionals.

Functionalized Magnetic Nanosystems for Diagnostic Tools and Devices: Current and Emerging Research Trends explores the various aspects of functionalization of magnetic nanosystems in great detail, providing a thorough review of the associated benefits and challenges. The book begins with an overview of each key pillar for the design and application of functionalized magnetic nanosystems, from the synthesis, processing methods, and characterization techniques, to biocompatibility and toxicity considerations. Later chapters focus on specific nanomaterials and targeted biomedical applications, including point-of-care diagnosis, cancer therapy, medical imaging, biosensing and more. Importance is given to the safety considerations; environmental, legal and ethical implications, and commercial aspects of functionalized magnetic nanosystems - providing guidance relevant for advancing research into clinical practice. - Provides an overview of fundamentals in the design and application of magnetic nanosystems, from synthesis and processing to functionalization and toxicity assessment - Explores research in industry and clinical practice, providing insights into ethical, environmental, legal, and commercial aspects - Covers a wide range of diagnostic applications for functionalized magnetic nanosystems, such as in medical imaging, drug detection, tissue engineering, and more

Handbook of Nanomaterials: Electronics, Information Technology, Energy, Transportation, and Consumer Products offers a comprehensive resource that introduces the role of nanotechnology and nanomaterials in a broad range of areas, covering fundamentals, methods, and applications.In this volume, the initial chapters introduce the core concepts of nanotechnology, and synthesis methods and characterization techniques for nanomaterials. This is followed by dedicated sections focusing on key application areas across electronics, information technology, energy, transportation, and consumer products. In each chapter, detailed but concise information is provided on a specific application, covering methods and latest advances.This book is of interest to researchers and advanced students approaching nanotechnology from a range of disciplines, including materials science and engineering, chemistry, chemical engineering, electronics, energy, biomedicine, environmental science, food science, and agriculture, as well as scientists, engineers, and R&D professionals with an interest in the use of nanomaterials across a range of industries. - Introduces the reader to key applications of nanomaterials - Provides broad, systematic, concise coverage, supporting readers from a range of disciplines - Covers applications across electronics, information technology, energy, transportation, and consumer products

Algae Based Bioelectrochemical Systems for Carbon Sequestration, Carbon Storage, Bioremediation and Bioproduct Generation explores the integration of carbon capture, storage and sequestration technologies with bioelectrochemical fuels cells (BEFC), showing how conventional technologies can be renovated to aid in the reduction in GHG emissions and simultaneously optimize BEFC performance. The book focuses on the integration of algal biogas upgradation with electrochemical systems, providing a guide to the renovation of conventional technologies to combine energy production and carbon sequestration. Chapters discuss the latest advancements in carbon sequestration biocatalyst and microbial platforms and integrations for rapid carbon biotransformations. In addition, the book highlights the potential of algae and chemolithotrophs as candidates for carbon delivery, biocatalyst orientation and architecture for optimal BEFC performance. - Addresses the modification of carbon materials in the strengthening and application of bioelectrochemical fuel cells - Highlights the application of bioelectrochemical systems in carbon sequestration and utilization - Discusses the frontiers of carbon storage biocatalysts such as algae and chemlithotrophs - Includes content supported by analytical tools and detailed schematics and process diagrams that outline the integration of carbon sequestration with bioelectrochemical systems

Inorganic Contaminants and Radionuclides is a single reference covering common inorganic contaminants in detail, including their distribution in the environment, challenges linked to management, geogenic sources, anthropogenic sources, exposure and effects, international agreements and legislation relating to the contaminant, remediation options and global case studies. In addition, the book provides summaries of contaminated sites and key details about contaminants to present a more comprehensive understanding and improve remediation and management practices. The book's clear, consistent organization makes it a valuable resource for researchers, students and practitioners working in environmental science, environmental management and environmental engineering.One of the major constraints to assessing and remediating contaminated sites is the lack of awareness of the extent and severity of contaminated sites amongst the community, regulators, policymakers, industry operators, university graduates and environmental managers. This book helps to manage these constraints. - Provides a one-stop reference on the nature and properties of inorganic contaminants, including a transdisciplinary approach to managing contaminated sites - Includes global case studies covering contaminated site assessment, management and remediation - Presents in-depth research and data on specific contaminants, with a separate chapter for each contaminant

This volume brings together theoretical, experiential, and creative perspectives on the phenomenon of urban foraging. In a rapidly urbanising world, foraging is (re)raining popularity as a way to connect with nature and cope with uncertainty. Authors from various disciplines and geographies make sense of what this means for humanity. Urban foraging represents a multifaceted movement that provides people with avenues for sustenance, socialising, and spirituality. Motivations and implications of urban foraging vary across the socioeconomic spectrum, as do barriers and enablers. Urban foraging can help people adapt to change, and build resilience to shocks, but its spontaneous and unregulated nature makes it attractive to many. Recognising and promoting sustainable urban foraging therefore is a delicate balancing act. This collection discusses the philosophical and practical considerations towards this aim. The book is of interest to researchers, practitioners, entrepreneurs, and creatives, inviting readers to envisage scenarios that are desirable and achievable. It is of special interest to those working in urban and landscape planning, social-ecological systems, non-government organisations, municipal and development corporations, and the environment.

Smart Protective Coatings for Corrosion Control Overview of the latest research in advanced coatings for anticorrosion and the development of optimized surfaces with high anticorrosion ability Smart Protective Coatings for Corrosion Control introduces the newest research developments in self-healing coatings, self-reporting coatings, and superhydrophobic coatings, reviewing corrosion processes and strategies, smart coatings for corrosion protection, techniques for synthesizing and applying smart coatings, different kinds of self-healing and self-reporting coatings activated by different environmental stimuli, and current and future trends of protective coatings for automotive, aerospace, marine, nuclear, oil/gas, and military applications. This book also discusses new ideas in the field, such as the combination of self-healing and self-reporting properties, new techniques to study localized microscale electrochemical corrosion behavior, as well as atmospheric corrosion monitor technique to study the real-time protection behavior of coatings in different environments. The processes of coating degradation and metal corrosion are discussed in detail so that non-experts can gain a basic understanding of the corrosion protection techniques. Written by two highly qualified academics with significant research experience in the field, Smart Protective Coatings for Corrosion Control includes information on: Coating preparation, filler preparation, surface characterization, macroscopic and microscopic electrochemical properties, and self-healing performance of self-healing coating systems under different environmental stimuliPhotothermal conversion species such as graphene oxide, titanium nitride, and Fe3O4Different types of corrosion indicators, such as phenolphthalein, sulfosalicylic acid-modified carbon dots, and phenanthrolineHigh-mobility polymer networks that endow a shape memory effect and allow coatings to recover their original shape and barrier propertiesSolutions to three corrosion conditions—room temperature immersion, alternating wet-dry, and outdoor atmospheric exposure conditions Presenting the latest research in the field, Smart Protective Coatings for Corrosion Control is a practical and highly valuable reference on the subject for scientists, researchers, and students in diverse programs of study.

Encyclopedia of Food Allergy, organized in 10 sections, with ~200 chapters, and written by world-renowned clinician-scientist authors, is the most comprehensive resource for food allergy ever compiled. With online and physical presence, intuitive and easily accessible organization of information, the reader can quickly access overview and general topics as well as detailed information to inform solutions to clinical or research questions. Research topics provide the necessary background for the novice as well as the details required for those in the field. Clinical topics provide comprehensive and practical information, with generous use of tables, figures, and key points/clinical pearls, to inform clinical decision-making, and promote evidence-based management decisions. Food allergy may affect up to 10% of the population in developed countries and appears to be increasing in prevalence worldwide, with many food allergies proving life-long, severe and potentially fatal. The last decade has witnessed a sea change response to the impact of food allergy through basic science research on the immunology, food science research on the triggers, clinical approaches to daily management, treatment and prevention, and an increasing understanding of the psychosocial and societal implications and how to address them. With the expanding breadth and depth of the field, there is no existing comprehensive resource available for those professionals interested in learning about or contributing to food allergy research and clinical care. This is a complete resource covering broad and detailed aspects of food allergy and adverse food reactions for clinicians, researchers, regulators, food industry, students and other stakeholders who need and will benefit from a rich resource with in-depth and practical information. - Presents in-depth, comprehensive coverage from an outstanding international author base of domain experts - Ideal for new researchers and clinicians who will have a single resource that includes general topics to get them started - Includes access to detailed information in their areas of work AND for many related topics that will help improve their research or clinical care

This book takes a comprehensive and forward-looking approach to urban resilience and climate change preparedness. It combines theoretical insights, practical case studies and innovative strategies to address the complex challenges cities face in an era of rapid urbanisation and changing climate patterns. It presents a fresh and innovative approach to addressing the intertwined challenges of urban resilience and climate change preparedness. What sets this book apart is its emphasis on forward-looking strategies, multidisciplinary insights and a comprehensive exploration of cutting-edge technologies and collaborative approaches. This book is likely to be diverse, encompassing professionals, academics, researchers, policymakers, practitioners, students and individuals interested in the fields of urban planning, environmental science, sustainability, climate change adaptation and related disciplines. The book aims to appeal to both experts in the field and those new to the subject, providing a valuable resource for different audiences.

Distinctively, this book brings together an end-to-end understanding of heatwaves, that is, a consideration of their causes, consequences for human and natural systems and societal responses to them in the form of adaptation and mitigation actions. It advocates for recognizing'the heatwave imperative'and emphasizes that “heatwaves matter”. Together, the individual chapters make the point that “knowing heatwaves” from a holistic interdisciplinary perspective will assist with efforts towards heatwave risk reduction and building resilience to what is probably the most pervasive of a range of climate hazards. The book will be of interest to upper level undergraduate and taught postgraduate students and researchers in geography, climatology, environmental, atmospheric and population health sciences as well as climate and health researchers, urban planners, policy makers and the informed public with an interest in climate and society issues.

This book presents a detailed account of mushroom biology. It covers the biochemical composition, nutritional significance, and health benefits of mushrooms. It also discusses their medicinal properties, biochemical variability, and culinary techniques for maximizing their nutritional value.The subject matter in this book also discusses: Impact of Cooking and Processing on Mushroom Nutrient Retention Vitamins and Minerals in Mushrooms: A Nutritional Treasure Chitin and Chitosan in Mushrooms: Bioactivity and Applications Allergenic and Toxic Compounds in Mushrooms: Biochemical Identification and Implications Edible and Wild Medicinal Mushrooms: Comparative Biochemical Profiles Print edition not for sale in South Asia (India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bangladesh, Pakistan or Bhutan)

This book covers all the recent advancements and technologies developed for encapsulated corrosion inhibitors-based coatings by using eco-benign and sustainable encapsulated smart coatings based on self-healing functionality. It includes overview of properties and applicability of encapsulated inhibitors, methodologies to detect corrosion, and recent developments made in the field of corrosion science to study the inhibition potential of encapsulated corrosion inhibitors for eco-benign smart coatings in several corrosive systems.Features: Covers encapsulation of the corrosion inhibitor which explores the self-healing mechanism of the smart coatings. Includes encapsulated corrosion inhibitor fabrication, synthesis, modeling, functionalization, classification, characteristics, and so forth. Reviews effectiveness and significant constraints of scale-up engineering. Discusses the fundamental characteristics of industrial-scale application research for encapsulated corrosion inhibitors. Explores entire aspects of encapsulated corrosion inhibitors-based sustainable smart coatings in one place. This book is aimed at researchers and graduate students of corrosion engineering, surface engineering, and chemistry engineering.

Selected peer-reviewed extended articles based on abstracts presented at 2023 the 12th International Conference on Material Science and Engineering Technology (ICMSET 2023)Aggregated Book

Urban Construction and Management Engineering IV focuses on the research of construction technology and the engineering management in urban construction. This proceedings gathers the most cutting-edge research and achievements, and will provide scholars and engineers with preferable research directions and engineering solutions as reference. Subjects in this proceedings include: Civil Engineering Engineering Structure Engineering Management Low Carbon City Urban Management The works of this proceedings encourages development of civil engineering and construction technology. Thereby, the work promotes scientific information interchange between scholars from the top universities, research centers and high-tech enterprises working all around the world.

Selected peer-reviewed extended articles based on abstracts presented at the 11th Asia Conference on Mechanical and Materials Engineering (ACMME 2023)Aggregated Book

This book presents an overview of the development and applications of surfactant biosensor technologies. The progress in this field is fueled by a need for efficient, low cost, stable sensors that utilize harmless materials; this book illustrates how surfactant sensors represent a timely solution to this issue. Readers will learn how to utilize surfactants to make green electrochemical sensors with high stability, sensitivity, selectivity, and a robust, fast response, with special emphasis given to the most recent advances in this field. The book additionally details how to apply these sensors in routine analyses authored by experts in their respective fields. Contributing authors pay close attention to the use of surfactant-based electrochemical sensors in electrodes and devices, examining their applications towards a variety of medicinal, industrial, and environmental applications. This book is an important resource for scientific researchers both specifically in the electrochemistry field, and also for those in interdisciplinary chemistry, biology, physics, and electronics fields. It invites scientists from all areas to participate, with the goal of producing more researchers developing innovative sensor technologies. It will also be beneficial for students and future scientists working on sustainable sensors.

This anthology of studies is a follow-up to Political Humor Worldwide: The Cultural Context of Political Comedy, Satire, and Parody. It further examines political humor as a distinct sub-discipline of political communication, influenced and shaped by a country's culture. The book's contributors, experts drawn from the academic fields of political science, communication, linguistics, sociology, culture studies, political psychology, and others, offer an assortment of studies from multiple disciplinary perspectives. Focusing on political humor in the media, the authors offer a panorama of political humor—including political satire, parody, and cartooning—in Spain, Poland, Montenegro, Turkey, Japan, Australia, Iran, Brazil, Argentina, Malaysia, and Indonesia, among others. They detail political humor's multifaceted and versatile nature, suggesting that national culture and political humor expressed in the news media are intertwined; thus, understanding political humor requires looking at the cultural landscape of a given country or society. The book helps readers to better understand the factors that shape political humor across the globe in a variety of political and media systems.

Special topic volume with invited peer-reviewed papers only

This volume consists of eight chapters that detail progress in education. Chapter one focuses on the synergistic integration of accounting and project management into the secondary education curriculum, highlighting how this combination enriches learning and prepares students for professional and personal challenges in the future. The study of chapter two delves into the concept of personalized learning within the realm of sociolinguistics, a field that examines the dynamic interchange between language and society. Chapter three provides a narrative review of published studies on teaching and learning during the pandemic, focusing on the opportunities and challenges of teaching online in a diverse environment across the globe. Chapter four discusses the significance of cultural intelligence in a globalized world. Chapter five delves into the realm of informal learning experiences within scientific museums, a domain where education transcends conventional boundaries. Chapter six explores the complex relationships between motivation scores and TikTok usage for English language learning. Chapter seven estimates the effect of the introduction of duty-to-bargain laws for teachers, which granted teachers collective bargaining rights, on the labor market and educational outcomes of birth cohorts of men and women in Canada. Chapter eight explains the relevance of Gusjigang local wisdom to Talcott Parsons'Social Action Theory in the context of Social Sciences Education as Ethnopedagogy.

Calorimetric Methods for the Characterization of Porous Materials presents calorimetric methods used in the characterization of porous materials using chemical thermodynamics. Among these materials, catalysts, supports and adsorbents (such as Activated Carbon, Metal-Organic-Frameworks, SBA-15, Zeolites, Graphene, Graphite, Carbon Foams) are presented. In addition, the use of calorimetry in the study of catalytic reactions in different phases is explored—applicable to air and wastewater treatment, clean and renewable energies, green chemistry, as well as energy production and storage (Carbon dioxide, methane and hydrogen at high pressure). Chapters summarize basic concepts of thermodynamics and kinetics alongside experimental techniques such as thermal analysis and calorimetry. In addition, information is given about different calorimetric methods that can be used in studies aimed at characterizing the physicochemical properties of adsorbents, supports and solid catalysts, as well as the processes related to the adsorption-desorption phenomena of the reactants and/or products of catalytic reactions. - Addresses the problems involved with the chemical thermodynamics of porous materials, with a significant practical element explaining experimental parameters and how to perform calculations - Presents, in detail, the main instrumental calorimetric methods, including those that must be carefully considered to avoid experimental errors - Demonstrates, step-by-step, how to perform calculations using data obtained from instrumentation to achieve reliable results - Provides novel explanations on how to use calorimetry in catalyst characterization - Allows readers to broaden the spectrum of the application of calorimetry in the study of materials

Nanotechnology-based Sensors for Efficient Detection of Environmental Pollution discusses the use of nanotechnology to generate sensors capable of performing efficient detection of different types of environmental pollutants. Nanomaterial's characteristics such as large surface area, good reactivity, and possibility to suffer chemical surface modification to recognize different types of molecules are useful, especially to perform the detection of specific environmental pollutants. Innovative and efficient ways to detect environmental pollution are urgently needed for sustainability and the nanotechnology field has an enormous potential to offer strategic solutions. Nanotechnology-based sensors offer an efficient way of detecting the presence of contaminants and determine its structure and chemical nature is by applying nanotechnology and/or nanobiotechnology. This book will contain 5 parts: the first one will be dedicated to exploring environmental pollution as a threat to life on Earth and main contaminants (inorganic, organic or pathogens) and the risk they represent to living beings. The second part will be dedicated to nanotechnology allowing pollutants'detection covering a brief history of nanotechnology-based sensors, different types of nanotechnology-based sensor (optical, electrochemical, and magnetic), nanotechnology-based sensors'design and fabrication and nano biosensors. The third part will be focused on important specific pollutants (pesticides, heavy metal, dyes, toxic gas, pharmaceutical waste, petroleum hydrocarbons, and pathogenic microbes) and their detection by nanotechnology-based sensors. The fourth part will be dedicated to important nanomaterials in nanotechnology-based sensors, exploring carbon-based and non-carbon-based material in nanoscale (graphene, carbon nanotubes, quantum dots, magnetic nanomaterials, non-magnetic nanoparticles) and also point-of-care sensors and functionalization to generate optimized nanotechnology-based sensors to pollutants'detection. The fifth and last part of Nanotechnology-based Sensors for Efficient Detection of Environmental Pollution will address relevant practical aspects related to nanotechnology-based sensors, covering advantages and challenges, safety, economic and commercial aspects related to the field and also sustainability, highlighting green nanomaterials on nanotechnology-based sensors. - Provides a comprehensive, multidisciplinary review of nanotechnology-based sensors - Supplies readers extensive knowledge on detecting harmful pollutants in different environments using nanotechnology-based sensors - Presents chapters dedicated to the detection of pollutants different from toxic gas and pharmaceutical products, such as pesticides, heavy metals, dyes, pathogens, and petroleum hydrocarbons - Introduces information on pollutants and the threats they represent to living beings, nanotechnology-based sensor's design and fabrication, a brief history of the field, and practical issues related to the field, such as economics, safety, and challenges

Green Magnetic Nanoparticles (GMNPs): Recent Developments in Preparation and Application highlights established research and technology on nanomaterials, nanocomposites and other alternative materials to be used for different applications and move to their rapidly emerging aspects and then discusses future research directions. Nanomaterials and nanocomposites are the most effective materials to be used in different industrial applications. Green nanotechnology incorporates the principles of green chemistry and green engineering to fabricate innocuous and eco-friendly nanoassemblies to combat problems affecting both human health and the environment. It provides academia and industry with a high-tech start-up that will revolutionize the modern developments in synthesis and applications of green magnetic nanoparticles. This book evaluates green magnetic nanoparticles as prime options for smart and transformational opportunities. - Covers the synthesis, characterization, properties and applications of green magnetic nanoparticles - Highlights the use of green magnetic nanoparticles as revolutionized modern industrial practices - Evaluates green magnetic nanoparticles as prime options for smart and transformational opportunities

Green Chemistry practices and principals can play an important role in achieving the United Nations'(UN) special development goals. The expert contributors here have selected key goals and reviewed the implementation of green chemistry for these goals. As described by the UN, it is crucial to harmonize three core elements: economic growth, social inclusion and environmental protection. The sustainable development goals embrace the sustainability mindset and this will lead to greater productivity and a greener environment. For sustainable development to be achieved, these elements are interconnected and all are crucial for the well-being of individuals and societies.Features The chapters explore sustainable development through green engineering Demonstrates the progress made in the search for processes that use fewer toxic chemicals and produce less waste while using less energy. Highlights the importance of chemistry to everyday life and demonstrates the benefits the exploitation of green chemistry can have for society The pollution of water is of the utmost concern globally and bioremediation has a strong role to play in ensuring adequate supplies of high quality water These unique volumes address the vast interest in green chemistry and clean processes, which has grown significantly in recent years

Encyclopedia of Toxicology, Fourth Edition is the most extensive compendium surveying the full scope of toxicology, including its chemical, biological and physical (e.g., radiation) perspectives. Spanning nine volumes, this new edition comprises 1150 thoroughly revised and 70 entirely new entries authored by experts in their respective fields, selected by a globally recognized board who have brought rigorous editorial skills to the project. New areas covered in this release include the bourgeoning field of computational toxicology, research applications of alternatives to animal testing, the rise in development and use of consumer products and their effects on populations, and the increasing introduction and use of pharmaceutical ingredients and their interactions. Other chapters of note cover artificial intelligence models of toxicological exposure and effects, extractables and leachable testing, climate change implications for humans, animals and the environment, screening models, -omics, tools such as sequence alignment to predict across species susceptibility, and much more. - Includes contributions from a world-renowned editorial board and expert contributors with wide-ranging backgrounds in toxicology - Thoroughly updated with the latest advances in the science - Contains concise and accessible content, providing an authoritative reference resource for non-specialists and readers from undergraduate level upwards, as well as advanced healthcare providers - Covers new topics such as computational toxicology, alternatives to animal testing, pharmaceutical ingredients, artificial intelligence models of toxicological exposure and effects, wildfires and effects of their smoke, vaping, high throughput transcriptomics, and the effect of environmental chemicals on the microbiome

This book gathers the proceedings of the 11th International Conference of Ar.Tec. (Scientific Society of Architectural Engineering), Colloqui.AT.e, which was held in Palermo, Italy, on June 12–15, 2024, and brought together scholars in the fields of construction and conservation history, building construction and performance, building design, and technologies. Digital transition and design of 4.0 buildings, digital twins for the management of historical building heritage, building-human-environment relationships, and mitigation of vulnerabilities for the preservation of the built environment are also explored. The contributions demonstrate that architectural engineering enables the construction of sustainable, resilient, adaptive, and high-performance buildings, and as such is instrumental in fighting against climate change.

As industries strive for greater efficiency and longevity in their metal infrastructure, corrosion remains a persistent and costly adversary. Traditional corrosion inhibitors often fail to provide long-term protection, leading to significant economic losses and environmental harm. Innovations in Nanomaterials-Based Corrosion Inhibitors delves into a thorough exploration of the rapidly evolving field of nanomaterials and their pivotal role in corrosion inhibition. This comprehensive guide offers a transformative solution utilizing the power of nanotechnology to combat corrosion with unparalleled effectiveness. Within the pages of this book lies a wealth of knowledge meticulously curated to address the pressing need for advanced corrosion inhibition strategies. From understanding the fundamental principles of corrosion to exploring the innovative applications of nanomaterials, it equips readers with the tools to revolutionize their approach to metal protection. With a precise analysis of the synthesis, characterization, and practical implementation of diverse nanomaterials, encompassing nanoparticles, nanocomposites, and nanostructured coatings, and a primary focus on safeguarding metal surfaces against corrosion, this book creates the much-needed reference for shaping the future of corrosion inhibitors. Innovations in Nanomaterials-Based Corrosion Inhibitors offers a roadmap to overcoming corrosion challenges and heralding a new era of sustainability and cost-effectiveness. By embracing nanotechnology, industries can enhance the durability of their metal infrastructure while minimizing environmental impact and maximizing economic efficiency.

This comprehensive book presents the latest advances in chemical EOR, considered to be an efficient technique to recover bypassed oil and residual oil trapped in reservoirs. The volume first provides an introduction to chemical EOR and discusses its viability. From there, it delves in the various EOR methods, including low-salinity water flooding, polymer and surfactant flooding, foam flooding, nanofluid flooding, hybrid methods, ionic liquid applications, and others. The book covers chemical synthesis of EOR agents and numerical simulation of compositional models in porous media, including a description of possible application of nanotechnology acting as a booster of traditional chemical EOR processes.

This new volume provides an authoritative and comprehensive overview of the field of nutraceuticals and genomics—also called nutrigenomics, a rapidly growing field. It discusses both nutrigenomic and nutrigenetic techniques to investigate the nutritional basis of several health disorders because scientists have found that diet can affect gene expression. The book covers the nutrigenomic tools for the prevention of disease conditions such as cancer, viral infection, microbial infection, COVID-19, HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, hypertension, neurodegenerative disease, obesity, baldness, and anemia. Some nutrigenomic tools that can also be used for brain health, weight loss, human nutrition, skin care, and maintaining health during pregnancy are also explored.

This book overviews ongoing and upcoming clinical applications of basic immunology. Recent advances in our knowledge of immunology coupled with new technologies have aided in the development of efficient cancer immunotherapy, as well as the control of emerging microorganisms such as SARS-CoV-2. However, knowledge of basic immunology has not been fully utilized even after the discoveries of immune checkpoint inhibition for cancer immunotherapy and the development of mRNA vaccination against SARS-CoV-2. There is still room for improving the clinical application of basic immunology. The book summarizes the achievements in clinical applications of basic immunology and highlights what can be further extended to make immunology a more practical human science. Basic immunology and its clinical applications are two wheels of the same cart in the immunology field, which aids in the development of more efficient cancer immunotherapy and rapid control of infectious diseases against microorganisms, including new viruses and classical toxoplasmosis. The exploration of ongoing and upcoming applications of basic immunology in this book makes it a useful resource for immunologists, physicians, molecular and genome biologists, bioinformaticians, and students in these fields.

Corrosion is a great challenge in many industries, especially in the automotive, aerospace, and oil and gas industries, with conservative estimations accounting for losses of around 2.2 trillion US dollars per year in the United States alone. Providing a comprehensive overview of the history and development of nanomaterials, this book discusses various practices for protection against corrosion.Key Features:Provides a comprehensive and updated review of major innovations in the field of nanomaterials in industrial, corrosion, and environmental science and engineering Encompasses design, characterization, mechanism, and application of nanomaterials from different strategies on the efficacy and major challenges associated with successful scaleup designing Essential reference for present and future research in nanomaterials Includes relevant aspects of organic and inorganic nanomaterials, hybrid nanomaterials, and nanocoatings in anticorrosion applications Coalescing a wide range of research on nanomaterials and anticorrosion practices, this book is of particular appeal to students, industry professionals, and academics.

Remediation of Heavy Metals Meet the challenge of contaminated water with a range of sustainable tools The treatment of water which has been polluted by heavy metals is an increasingly significant environmental challenge in an industrialized global economy. The ongoing revolution in green technologies, however, has seen a range of sustainable methods emerge for treating water, soils, and other parts of the environment polluted by trace metals. By putting these methods into practice, environmental researchers and industrial professionals can improve water quality, and public health globally. Remediation of Heavy Metals offers a clear, accessible reference on these methods and their applications. It offers an overview of the major effects of heavy metal contamination and works through each of the methods or protocols available to remediate soil and minimize pollution at the source. Remediation of Heavy Metals readers will also find: Comparison of different approaches for heavy metal removal Detailed discussion of physical, chemical, and biological remediation methods Case studies demonstrating proper remediation Remediation of Heavy Metals provides key knowledge for environmental scientists, environmental toxicologists, and other researchers or industrial professionals working in heavy metal removal, as well as advanced graduate students in these areas. Rangabhashiyam Selvasembian, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Environmental Science and Engineering, School of Engineering and Sciences, SRM University-AP, Amaravati, India Binota Thokchom, PhD, DST-Inspire faculty member at the Centre of Nanotechnology, Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati, India. Pardeep Singh, PhD, Assistant Professor in the Department of Environmental Science, PGDAV College University of Delhi, New Delhi, India. Ali H. Jawad, PhD, Associate Professor in the Faculty of Applied Sciences, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Selangor, Malaysia. Willis Gwenzi, PhD, Leibniz Institute of Agricultural Engineering and Bio-economy e.V. (ATB), Potsdam, Germany, and Universität Kassel, Witzenhausen, Germany.

The use of different foods, herbs, and spices to treat or prevent disease has been recorded for thousands of years. Egyptian papyrus, hieroglyphics and ancient texts from the Middle East have described the cultivation and preparations of herbs and botanicals to “cure the sick.” There are even older records from China and India. Some ancient scripts describe the use of medicinal plants which have never been seen within European cultures. Indeed, all ancient civilizations have pictorial records of different foods, herbs, and spices being used for medical purposes. However, there are fundamental issues pertaining to the scientific evidence for the use of these agents or their extracts in modern medicine. These issues are explored in Ancient and Traditional Foods, Plants, Herbs and Spices Used in Diabetes. Features· Investigates alternative healthcare paradigms that use traditional dietary foods, plant-derived materials, and extracts to treat diabetes· Describes scientific studies using modern day biomedical techniques· Provides information on diets, specific agents, extracts and resources.· Many chapters focus on plant-derived material, providing a historical background, uses, toxicity, and cautionary notes and summary points.There have been considerable advances in scientific techniques over the last few decades. These have been used to examine the composition and applications of traditional cures. Modern science has also seen the investigation of herbs, spices and botanicals beyond their traditional usage. Diabetes is one of the most common diseases worldwide, with over 400 million people with the illness. With chapter contributions by an international panel of contributors, this book is useful for researchers in the area of functional foods. Diabetologists, nutritionists, endocrinologists, healthcare workers, and pharmacologists will also find this book extremely valuable.

This reference work offers comprehensive perspectives on servant leadership. Featuring a cadre of leading world-class scholars, practitioners, and contributing authors from diverse fields of inquiry, it aims to collate research on servant leadership with a particular focus on its moral and spiritual dimensions.It is divided into sections that center on topics such as character, philosophical influences, diversity and inclusion, critiques of servant leadership as well as examples of servant leadersThough first introduced in the 1970 by Robert Greenleaf, the field of servant leadership is still lacking consensus on a definition and a theoretical framework. The goal of this reference work is to begin to fill this gap by assembling the scholarship of the top scholars in this field and providing a go-to source for information on the theory and practice of servant leadership. This handbook will serve as an essential resource for researchers, scholars, and students of organizational behavior, human resource management, and business ethics, as well as consultants and business leaders interested in discovering the best leadership models to suit contemporary organizations.