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Books > Science & Mathematics > Biology, life sciences
Genomics in Biosecurity: Principles and Applications of Genomic
Technologies in Expanded Biosecurity Concepts, in the Translational
and Applied Genomics series, explains in definite and practical
terms the applicability of genomic technologies in every aspect of
biosecurity, from emergent diagnostics to bioterrorism,
agroterrorism, next generation biowarfare, biosurveillance and risk
assessment. This book offers an integrated discussion of genomics
and GCBR (global catastrophic biological risks) events, considering
both basic aspects of biosecurity genomics and application of
genomic technologies to drive new solutions. Readers will find
evidence-based strategies to apply genomics in disease and pathogen
monitoring and diagnosis, and more. Social aspects of GCBR events
and genomic biosecurity, such as issues of terrorism, policy
ethics, and practice, are also considered in-depth.
Progress in Genomic Medicine: From Research to Clinical Application
provides a careful synthesis of the foundations, current trends and
translational challenges in genomic medicine, clarifying pathways
forward and enabling genomic medicine research and implementation
across clinical settings and treatment development. Sections
address the history and growth of genetic medicine, with a
discussion of key studies in syndrome delineations, inherited
diseases, biochemical genetics, and chromosome abnormalities,
overview clinical applications made possible through genomic
advances, with chapters on DNA sequencing for clinical genetic
diagnosis, genotype-phenotype correlations in individuals and
across populations, new-born screening for treatable genetic
disorders, and more. In addition, social, ethical and public health
aspects of applying genomic technologies are included throughout.
Here, Dr. Smith applies her experience and participation in the
field, across its major milestones, to put current research,
clinical advances, and ongoing questions in context.
Emerging Plant Growth Regulators in Agriculture: Roles in Stress
Tolerance presents current PGR discoveries and advances for
agricultural applications, providing a comprehensive reference for
those seeking to apply these tools for improved plant health and
crop yield. As demand for agricultural crops and improved
nutritional requirement continue to escalate in response to
increasing population, plant researchers have focused on
identifying scientific approaches to minimize the negative impacts
of climate change on agriculture crops. Among the various applied
approaches, the application of plant growth regulators (PGRs) have
gained significant attention for their ability to enhance stress
tolerance mechanisms. This book was developed to provide
foundational and emerging information to advance the discovery of
novel, cost-competitive, specific and effective PGRs for
applications in agriculture.
Microbes in Land Use Change Management details the various roles of
microbial resources in management of land uses and how the microbes
can be used for the source of income due to their cultivation for
the purpose of biomass and bioenergy production. Using various
techniques, the disturbed and marginal lands may also be restored
eco-friendly in present era to fulfil the feeding needs of mankind
around the globe. Microbes in Land Use Change Management provides
standard and up to date information towards the land use change
management using various microbial technologies to enhance the
productivity of agriculture. Needless to say that Microbes in Land
Use Change Management also considers the areas including generation
of alternative energy sources, restoration of degraded and marginal
lands, mitigation of global warming gases and next generation
-omics technique etc. Land use change affects environment
conditions and soil microbial community. Microbial population and
its species diversity have influence in maintaining ecosystem
balance. The study of changes of microbial population provides an
idea about the variation occurring in a specific area and
possibilities of restoration. Meant for a multidisciplinary
audience Microbes in Land Use Change Management shows the need of
next-generation omics technologies to explore microbial diversity.
Advances in Insect Physiology, Volume 61 highlights new advances in
the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters on
a variety of timely topics, including Acoustic signaling in
Orthoptera, Sound production in Drosophila melanogaster, and
Communication by surface borne mechanical waves in insects.
Advances in Microbial Physiology, Volume 79, the latest release in
this serial that highlights new advances in the field, presents
interesting and timely chapters authored by an international board
of subject matter experts.
Modelling: The Oculomotor Systems, Volume 269 in the Progress in
Brain Research serial highlights new advances in the field with
this new volume presenting interesting chapters on topics including
The function and phylogeny of eye movements, The behavior of
motoneurons, Statics of plant mechanics, Dynamics of plant
mechanics, The functional operation of the vestibulo-ocular reflex,
Basic framework of the vestibulo-ocular reflex, Oculomotor signals,
Signal processing in the vestibulo-ocular reflex, Plasticity and
repair of the vestibulo-ocular reflex, The behavior of the
optokinetic system, Models of the optokinetic system,
Neurophysiology of the optokinetic system, and much more.
Recent Advances and Controversies in Gamma Knife Neurosurgery,
Volume 268, the latest release in the Progress in Brain Research
series, highlights new advances in the field with this new volume
presenting interesting chapters on the latest in Dosimetry,
Radiobiology, Evolving Gamma Knife Technology, Imaging,
Arteriovenous Malformations, Dural A-V Fistulae, Cavernous
Malformations, Vestibular Schwannoma, Other Schwannoma,
Meningiomas, Pituitary Adenomas, Craniopharyngiomas, Metastases,
Glioma Low Grade, Glioma High Grade, Glomus Tumors, Less Common
Tumors, Orbital Indications, Trigeminal Neuralgia, Epilepsy,
Movement, Psychosurgery, and Future Trends.
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