This book provides knowledge on the medicinal properties of honey and flavonoids. Based on years of research, it’s one of the first scientific works of its kind, intended for students in science and medicine, as well as professionals in honey production and research.
This guide to nematology in South Asia covers major field problems, their solutions, and new management technologies from renowned experts. Featuring practical field experiences and original images, it is ideal for students, researchers, and plant protection professionals.
This book addresses the limits of cancer diagnosis with new imaging and non-imaging methods. It unveils radio tomosynthesis for breast and brain anomalies and Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) for a range of cancers, all augmented by machine learning algorithms.
The Mekong Delta’s economically significant fish species are threatened by fragmented research, hindering conservation. This monograph offers a solution: the culmination of a decade of research providing a holistic understanding of their genetics, ecology, and survival.
Small Farmers for Global Food Security
Modern agriculture has damaged ecosystems and diets. A growing movement of small farmers rejects this, re-creating food systems based on moral ecology—a concept that regenerates nature and serves the common good. We argue they could feed the entire world and eradicate hunger.
This book offers a European approach to green biotechnology entrepreneurship. It moves from concepts and principles to management, finance, and IT tools for starting a business. It also maps good practices in Europe, ideal for entrepreneurs or those seeking to build their skills.
Nanotechnology Applications in Medicinal Plants and their Bionanocomposites
This first-of-its-kind book focuses on advances in nanomaterials and bionanocomposites for applications in medicinal plants and Ayurveda. Based on interdisciplinary research from experts, it provides knowledge for developing a sustainable form of Ayurveda.
This book provides an overview of recent developments in the production and processing of jute and allied fibres, offering insights to improve productivity. It is essential for researchers, students, and stakeholders seeking to generate ideas for future innovations.
Rapid, non-destructive techniques are transforming the evaluation of body and carcass composition, offering a more accurate, efficient, and animal-friendly approach. This book reviews the use of these techniques for sheep and goats, and discusses future trends in the field.
An Analysis of the Research on Sugarcane Yellow Leaf
For 30 years, sugarcane yellow leaf (SYL) has been known as a viral disease. After analyzing decades of confusing and contradictory research, the author argues it is a physiological syndrome. This book aims to disentangle the issue and show the truth behind the condition.
This book makes scientific knowledge on psychosis and schizophrenia accessible to patients and their loved ones. It offers a comprehensive summary of symptoms, causes, and treatment to help in understanding the disorders and making informed decisions about care.
Putting Samotherium in its Place
This book explores the rich Miocene mammalian fossils of Samos, from the ancient Greek myths that explained them to the Barnum Brown expeditions. It compares the osteology of the giraffe, okapi, and the extinct giraffid Samotherium, and maps the island’s famous bone quarries.
This book dissects the science behind climate change, exploring its causes and far-reaching consequences on our world. It unveils essential adaptation and mitigation strategies, equipping readers with the knowledge to understand and address this pressing global challenge.
Plant Stress Physiology and Climate Change
This book guides readers from basic knowledge to advanced specifics on Plant Stress Physiology due to Climate Change. Covering the newest findings on drought and heat stress, it challenges accepted viewpoints and helps address questions fundamental to plant life itself.
This book explores recent advances in the decontamination of toxins in foodstuffs using probiotics. The authors provide insights into food detoxification, address critical challenges in applying these strategies, and offer content of value to the food and beverage industries.
This book, by the world’s best experts, covers the emerging field of membrane atg8ylation. Atg8ylation is to membranes what ubiquitylation is to proteins: a homeostatic process that guards and remodels them. Its downstream functions in health and disease remain to be defined.
This book is a comprehensive guide to colloidal and supramolecular drug delivery systems, designed to conquer pharmacokinetic impediments. It covers their classification, preparation, characterization, and the regulatory strategies required to launch them in the market.
Discover twenty botanical marvels, chosen for their historical significance and modern medical relevance. From ancient healing traditions to modern science, this guide reveals the synergy between nature and wellness, detailing the properties and applications of each plant.
Introduction to Freshwater Fish Ecology and Management
An introduction to freshwater fish ecology. This book covers planning and conducting fish surveys with practical methods for sampling, analysis, and statistical treatments. It is for students and professionals in fish biology and wildlife management services and research.
A fascinating exploration of the dynamic relationships between plants and fungi. Discover how these partnerships enhance nutrient uptake, fortify defenses, and shape resilient ecosystems, holding remarkable potential for sustainable agriculture, drug discovery, and beyond.