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Clinical Simulation: Education, Operations and Engineering, Second
Edition, offers readers a restructured, comprehensive and updated
approach to learn about simulation practices and techniques in a
clinical setting. Featuring new and revised chapters from the
industry's top researchers and educators, this release gives
readers the most updated data through modern pedagogy. This new
edition has been restructured to highlight five major components of
simulation education, including simulation scenarios as tools,
student learning, faculty teaching, necessary subject matter, and
the learning environment. With clear and efficient organization
throughout the book, users will find this to be an ideal text for
students and professionals alike.
Electromagnetic waves have long been used in medical settings for
diagnostic purposes, such as for the detection of cancerous
tissues, stroke events or cardiovascular risk, as the behaviour of
the waves upon meeting their target gives pertinent information for
diagnostic and imaging purposes. This edited book presents advances
in the use of electromagnetic waves and antennas in healthcare
settings, both as diagnostic tools (such as radar-based imaging,
holographic microwave imaging, thermoacoustic imaging systems), and
therapeutic interventions (such as microwave ablation therapies for
cancer). Written by an international team of biomedical engineering
researchers, it discusses all aspects related to the design and
modelling of electromagnetic imaging techniques, electromagnetic
devices, wireless implants, wearable systems and wireless sensor
networks and in vitro and in vivo testing. Design issues for
wearable antennas, wearable sensors, magnetic coils and coil array
issues are explored and biomedical applications such as cancer
detection, stoke event detection, GI diagnostics, and
cardiovascular risk prediction are discussed. The book also
explores scattering problems of electromagnetic waves between
different tissues, and how these complex scattering problems can be
resolved. This book will be of interest to researchers and
engineers in the electromagnetic wave community, those in antenna
research, biomedical engineering and related fields.
Advances in Biomechanics and Tissue Regeneration covers a wide
range of recent development and advances in the fields of
biomechanics and tissue regeneration. It includes computational
simulation, soft tissues, microfluidics, the cardiovascular system,
experimental methods in biomechanics, mechanobiology and tissue
regeneration. The state-of-the-art, theories and application are
presented, making this book ideal for anyone who is deciding which
direction to take their future research in this field. In addition,
it is ideal for everyone who is exploring new fields or currently
working on an interdisciplinary project in tissue biomechanics.
Advances in Cancer Biomarkers Research provides a thorough and
detailed description of cancer biomarkers for diagnostic,
prognostic and therapeutics in several cancer types. The book
presents a compendium of topics related to current advanced
research, along with fundamental knowledge that will help readers
fully comprehend the field of cancer biomarkers. Topics discussed
include such the role of genetic mechanisms, epigenetics, DNA and
microRNA in different cancers, signaling pathways and exosomes. In
addition, the book discusses biomarker research applied to several
cancer types, such as head and neck, urological, lung, bone tumors,
hematological and neurological malignancies and breast cancers.This
will be a valuable resource for cancer researchers, oncologists,
graduate students and members of the biomedical field who are
interested in the potential of biomarkers in cancer research and
treatment.
Polysaccharide Carriers for Drug Delivery presents the latest
information on the selection of safe materials. Due to reported
safety profiles on polysaccharides; they have been the natural
choice for investigation. A wide variety of drug delivery and
biomedical systems have been studied, however, the related
information either concept-wise or application-oriented is
scattered, therefore becoming difficult for readers and researchers
to digest in a concise manner. This gathering of information will
help readers easily comprehend the subject matter.
Advanced Biosensors for Health Care Applications highlights the
different types of prognostic and diagnostic biomarkers associated
with cancer, diabetes, Alzheimer's disease, brain and retinal
diseases, cardiovascular diseases, bacterial infections, as well as
various types of electrochemical biosensor techniques used for
early detection of the potential biomarkers of these diseases. Many
advanced nanomaterials have attracted intense interests with their
unique optical and electrical properties, high stability, and good
biocompatibility. Based on these properties, advanced nanoparticles
have been used as biomolecular carriers, signal producers, and
signal amplifiers in biosensor design. Recent studies reported that
there are several diagnostic methods available, but the major issue
is the sensitivity and selectivity of these approaches. This book
outlines the need of novel strategies for developing new systems to
retrieve health information of patients in real time. It explores
the potential of nano-multidisciplinary science in the design and
development of smart sensing technology using micro-nanoelectrodes,
novel sensing materials, integration with MEMS, miniaturized
transduction systems, novel sensing strategy, that is, FET, CMOS,
System-on-a-Chip (SoC), Diagnostic-on-a-Chip (DoC), and
Lab-on-a-Chip (LOC), for diagnostics and personalized health-care
monitoring. It is a useful handbook for specialists in
biotechnology and biochemical engineering.
Internet of Things in Biomedical Engineering presents the most
current research in Internet of Things (IoT) applications for
clinical patient monitoring and treatment. The book takes a
systems-level approach for both human-factors and the technical
aspects of networking, databases and privacy. Sections delve into
the latest advances and cutting-edge technologies, starting with an
overview of the Internet of Things and biomedical engineering, as
well as a focus on 'daily life.' Contributors from various experts
then discuss 'computer assisted anthropology,' CLOUDFALL, and image
guided surgery, as well as bio-informatics and data mining. This
comprehensive coverage of the industry and technology is a perfect
resource for students and researchers interested in the topic.
Materials for Biomedical Engineering: Absorbable Polymers provides
a detailed and comprehensive review of recent progress in
absorbable biopolymers and their impact on biomedical engineering.
The book's main focus lies in their classification, processing,
properties and performance, biocompatibility, and their
applications in tissue engineering, drug delivery, bone repair and
regenerative medicine. The most up-to-date methods used to obtain
such polymers and how to improve their properties is discussed in
detail. This book provides readers with a comprehensive and updated
review of the latest research in the field of absorbable polymers
for biomedical applications.
Materials for Biomedical Engineering: Bioactive Materials for
Antimicrobial, Anticancer, and Gene Therapy offers an up-to-date
perspective on recent research findings regarding the application
and use of these materials for disease treatment and prevention.
Various types of currently investigated bioactive materials,
including therapeutic nanostructures and antimicrobial hydrogels
are discussed, as are their properties, impact and future role in
therapeutic applications. The book will be extremely useful for new
researchers who want to explore more information on the use of
bioactive materials or for more experienced researchers who are
interested in new trends and specific applications.
In this book, cancer theranostics applications of magnetic iron
oxide nanoparticles are overviewed in details. Moreover, their
synthesis, characterization, multifunctionality, disease targeting,
biodistribution, pharmacokinetics and toxicity have been briefly
highlighted. Finally, we have mentioned the current examples of
clinical trials of magnetic nanoparticles in cancer theranostics
along with their future scopes and challenges.
Biomaterials for Skin Repair and Regeneration examines a range of
materials and technologies used for regenerating or repairing skin.
With a strong focus on biomaterials and scaffolds, the book also
examines the testing and evaluation pathway for human clinical
trials. Beginning by introducing the fundamentals on skin tissue,
the book goes on to describe contemporary technology used in skin
repair as well as currently available biomaterials suitable for
skin tissue repair and regeneration. Skin tissue engineering and
the ideal requirements to take into account when developing skin
biomaterials are discussed, followed by information on the
individual materials used for skin repair and regeneration. As
evaluation of biomaterials in animal models is mandatory before
proceeding into human clinical trials, the book also examines the
different animal models available. With a strong focus on
materials, engineering, and application, this book is a valuable
resource for materials scientists, skin biologists, and
bioengineers with an interest in tissue engineering, regeneration,
and repair of skin.
Functional Polysaccharides for Biomedical Applications examines the
fundamentals and properties of these natural materials and their
potential biomedical applications. With an emphasis on therapeutic
and sensing applications, the book also reviews how polysaccharides
can be modified for tissue engineering applications. Sections
discuss the basics of polysaccharides, give an overview of the
potential applications, look at novel materials and technologies
for use in tissue regeneration and therapeutics, and detail current
biomedical applications. With a strong focus on materials,
engineering and applications, this book is a valuable resource for
those with an interest in harnessing the biomedical potential of
natural polymers.
Advanced Dental Biomaterials is an invaluable reference for
researchers and clinicians within the biomedical industry and
academia. The book can be used by both an experienced
researcher/clinician learning about other biomaterials or
applications that may be applicable to their current research or as
a guide for a new entrant into the field who needs to gain an
understanding of the primary challenges, opportunities, most
relevant biomaterials, and key applications in dentistry.
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