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Provides insight to extremophiles. Unveils the mysticism of extreme
environments. Explores applications of extremophiles in
biorefineries. Throws light on the advancement of industrially
important extremozymes. Explores applications in biofilms and
microbial corrosion.
Advanced Drug Delivery Systems for Colonic Disorders present the
current state of the art methods for targeted drug delivery to the
colon. These methods can prolong drug half-lives, improve
bioavailability, optimize pharmacokinetics, and reduce medication
dosing frequency. Chapters are written in a way that allows the
audience to not only become familiar with the most recent
advancement in the field, but to better understand them by
referring to various illustrations, figures, and informative
tables. The contents cover an overview of colonic diseases, the
cellular and molecular mechanisms involved, current and traditional
therapeutic approaches, biomaterials, oral drug delivery methods,
targeted drug delivery, nutraceuticals and herbal medicine
approaches, prebiotics, probiotics and symbiotics, nanomedicine
approaches, and the current status of clinical trials in the area.
Advanced Drug Delivery Systems for Colonic Disorders is the perfect
resources for researchers in pharma, biomaterials, and nutrition to
familiarize themselves with new and upcoming therapeutic methods.
Research physicians in GI can also benefit from reading this book
for its clinical applications.Â
1) This book addresses the need of niche promotional and marketing
strategies in the new emerging markets. 2) With case studies from
India and Kuwait, it showcases the use of promotion perspectives in
strategical business decisions. 3) This book will be of interest to
departments of business analytics and business management in UK.
Sustainable procurement is the pursuit of sustainable development
objectives through the purchasing and supply process, while
balancing environmental, social, and economic objectives. This book
will help readers develop new contemporary knowledge about
frameworks, innovative tools and techniques to achieve
sustainability in public as well as private procurement practices.
The book will enable scholars and practitioners working in the
domain of sustainable procurement to improve the overall
performance of the supply chain and further achieve UN SDGs, by
making various decisions at the planning and strategic phase of the
business. Features Discusses theoretical, decision making and
related business management models Assists to achieve Sustainable
Development Goals (SDGs) Provides qualitative/quantitative
frameworks Covers quality innovations sustainability in sourcing
Examines measurement drivers, indicators and metrics
This book 'Extremophiles: Wastewater and Algal Biorefinery'
explores the potential of extremophiles/extremotolerant organisms
in wastewater treatment, biorefining of algal biomass and in the
treatment of industrial waste effluent. The book provides a
holistic overview about the current status of extremophiles in
waste water treatment and various industrial processes. The
chapters comprehensively cover the scientific and research findings
on various industrial applications of extremophiles such as
biofuels, extremozymes, electricity generation, biofilms, microbial
corrosion and waste water treatment etc. This book is an integrated
source of literature for the scientists, engineers, academicians,
and students working in the area of extremophiles, microbial
technology and biorefinery.
Bioreactor Design Concepts for Viral Vaccine Production covers a
range of interdisciplinary chapters from the engineering
perspective of bioreactor design to the biotechnological
perspectives of vector design for vaccine development. The book
covers bioreactor concepts such as static systems, single-use
systems, stirred tanks, perfusion, wave and packed-beds. It reviews
options for efficient and economical production of human vaccines
and discusses basic factors relevant for viral antigen production
in mammalian cells, avian cells, and insect cells. This book will
be a great resource for those interested in implemented novel
bioreactor design or experimental schemes towards intensified
or/and enhanced vaccine production.
The book provides an introduction of surface plasmons and presents
its applications in the sensing of various chemical and biological
analyses using optical fiber technology. The field is developed by
introducing the surface plasmons for semi-infinite metal-dielectric
interface with discussion of their propagation length and
penetration depth. Practical issues with the excitation of surface
plasmons in different configurations and in various geometries
including various means of their excitation have also been
included. The book discusses the essential components of fiber
optic sensors, their functions and the performance parameters along
with the theoretical description of fiber optic Surface Plasmon
Resonance (SPR) sensors with respect to various light launching
conditions. The fabrication methods and protocols used for the
fabrication of the fiber optic SPR chemical and biosensors have
been described. Some fiber optic sensing applications based on SPR
phenomena and various issues, such as sensitivity enhancement,
influence of external stimuli etc, have been an important part of
the book.The book will help beginners as well as established
researchers in understanding the fundamentals and advancements of
optical fiber plasmonic sensor technology. The book contains both
the rigorous theory and the experimental techniques of SPR and
related variety of sensors.
This book covers the theory, modeling, and implementation of
different RF energy harvesting systems. RF energy harvesting is the
best choice among the existing renewable energy sources, in terms
of availability, cost, size, and integration with other systems.
The device used for harvesting RF energy is called rectenna. A
rectenna can work at the microwave, millimeter-wave, and terahertz
waves. It also has the capability to operate at optical frequencies
to be used for 6G and beyond communication systems. This book
covers all aspects of wireless power transfer (WPT)/wireless energy
harvesting (WEH), basics, theoretical concepts, and advanced
developments occurring in the field of energy harvesting. It also
covers the design theory for different types of antenna, rectifier,
and impedance matching circuits used in RF energy harvesting
systems. Different future and present applications, such as
charging of vehicles, smart medical health care, self-driven
e-vehicles, self-sustainable home automation system, and wireless
drones, have also been discussed in detail.
This exciting book presents diverse applications of microalgal
renewable resources to meet modern demands for energy and
value-added products. It also comprehensively describes the role of
algae in sustainable and cost-effective wastewater treatment
strategies, and highlights the latest research on, advances in and
biotechnological relevance of algae in the areas of bioenergy,
bioremediation, pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals and green economy.
The book addresses gaps in the fields of bioenergy, waste
management, health and economy by providing broad information on
bioenergy production, management strategies, drug development,
nutraceuticals products and biobased economy using algae at the
commercial level. The book introduces researchers to key and
emerging innovations in the field of algal biology research and
will assist policymakers, environmentalists, scientists, students
and global thinkers in defining sustainable developmental goals for
the future. Accordingly, it is an extremely important read for
researchers and students in the environmental sciences, life
sciences and chemistry, experts in the energy sector and
policymakers alike.
This book examines the various issues and concerns faced by Indian
agriculture under the obligations of WTO and the Free Trade
Agreements. While the issues discussed pertain mainly to India, the
lessons can also be derived for many other similarly placed
developing countries. The book delves into various aspects of
Indian agricultural trade and evaluates the domestic policies and
regulations of government while also looking at external factors
like WTO, free trade agreements and non-tariff barriers. Chapters
of this book have been contributed by eminent agricultural
economists, lawyers and social scientists providing the perspective
from their sector. This book highlights the challenges and
opportunities for agriculture sector under the rapidly growing
regional trade agreements and results of negotiations under the
WTO. It also provides critical insights into the ongoing fisheries
subsidies negotiations at the WTO and issues relating to non-tariff
measures. The findings have broad implications for developing
countries in general and India in particular. This book will
greatly benefit trade negotiators, policymakers, civil society,
farmer groups, researchers, students, and academics interested in
issues related to the WTO, FTAs, tariff and non-tariff barriers and
other allied issues concerning Indian agriculture. The techniques
used in analytical part will mostly benefit the researchers as they
can not only use these techniques and methodologies for their
future research, but to also carry the research forward. The book
is useful for many educational institutes which teach international
trade, agricultural economics, and WTO and FTAs studies.
This book covers the theory, modeling, and implementation of
different RF energy harvesting systems. RF energy harvesting is the
best choice among the existing renewable energy sources, in terms
of availability, cost, size, and integration with other systems.
The device used for harvesting RF energy is called rectenna. A
rectenna can work at the microwave, millimeter-wave, and terahertz
waves. It also has the capability to operate at optical frequencies
to be used for 6G and beyond communication systems. This book
covers all aspects of wireless power transfer (WPT)/wireless energy
harvesting (WEH), basics, theoretical concepts, and advanced
developments occurring in the field of energy harvesting. It also
covers the design theory for different types of antenna, rectifier,
and impedance matching circuits used in RF energy harvesting
systems. Different future and present applications, such as
charging of vehicles, smart medical health care, self-driven
e-vehicles, self-sustainable home automation system, and wireless
drones, have also been discussed in detail.
Supply chains are significant in improving business efficiency.
Sustainable supply chains help industries enhance their ecological,
monetary, and social performance. Innovative research frameworks as
well as the modelling of sustainability issues are significant to
different stakeholder's perspectives. This book guides researchers
and practitioners through developing effective sustainable supply
chains to meet UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
This exciting book presents diverse applications of microalgal
renewable resources to meet modern demands for energy and
value-added products. It also comprehensively describes the role of
algae in sustainable and cost-effective wastewater treatment
strategies, and highlights the latest research on, advances in and
biotechnological relevance of algae in the areas of bioenergy,
bioremediation, pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals and green economy.
The book addresses gaps in the fields of bioenergy, waste
management, health and economy by providing broad information on
bioenergy production, management strategies, drug development,
nutraceuticals products and biobased economy using algae at the
commercial level. The book introduces researchers to key and
emerging innovations in the field of algal biology research and
will assist policymakers, environmentalists, scientists, students
and global thinkers in defining sustainable developmental goals for
the future. Accordingly, it is an extremely important read for
researchers and students in the environmental sciences, life
sciences and chemistry, experts in the energy sector and
policymakers alike.
This book covers the applications of fungi used in biorefinery
technology. As a great many different varieties of fungal species
are available, the text focuses on the various applications of
fungi for production of useful products including organic acids
(lactic, citric, fumaric); hydrolytic enzymes (amylase, cellulases,
xylanases, ligninases, lipases, pectinases, proteases); advanced
biofuels (ethanol, single cell oils); polyols (xylitol); single
cell protein (animal feed); secondary metabolites; and much more.
This book examines the public stockholding policies of selected
developing countries from the perspective of WTO rules and assesses
whether the provisions of the Agreement on Agriculture (AoA) could
hamper these countries' efforts to address the challenges of food
security. Further, it highlights the need to amend the provisions
of the AoA to make WTO rules just and fair for the millions of
people suffering from hunger and malnutrition in developing
countries. This book highlights that 12 countries namely China,
Egypt, India, Indonesia, Jordan, Kenya, Morocco, Pakistan, Tunisia,
Turkey, Zambia and Zimbabwe are facing or will face problems in
implementing the food security policies due to the provisions under
AoA. These provisions need to be amended for permitting developing
countries to address hunger and undernourishment. Progress in WTO
negotiations on public stockholding for food security purposes are
also discussed and analysed. The findings of this study greatly
benefit trade negotiators, policymakers, civil society, farmers
groups, researchers, students and academics interested in issues
related to the WTO, agriculture and food security.
This book covers the applications of fungi used in biorefinery
technology. As a great many different varieties of fungal species
are available, the text focuses on the various applications of
fungi for production of useful products including organic acids
(lactic, citric, fumaric); hydrolytic enzymes (amylase, cellulases,
xylanases, ligninases, lipases, pectinases, proteases); advanced
biofuels (ethanol, single cell oils); polyols (xylitol); single
cell protein (animal feed); secondary metabolites; and much more.
This book examines the public stockholding policies of selected
developing countries from the perspective of WTO rules and assesses
whether the provisions of the Agreement on Agriculture (AoA) could
hamper these countries' efforts to address the challenges of food
security. Further, it highlights the need to amend the provisions
of the AoA to make WTO rules just and fair for the millions of
people suffering from hunger and malnutrition in developing
countries. This book highlights that 12 countries namely China,
Egypt, India, Indonesia, Jordan, Kenya, Morocco, Pakistan, Tunisia,
Turkey, Zambia and Zimbabwe are facing or will face problems in
implementing the food security policies due to the provisions under
AoA. These provisions need to be amended for permitting developing
countries to address hunger and undernourishment. Progress in WTO
negotiations on public stockholding for food security purposes are
also discussed and analysed. The findings of this study greatly
benefit trade negotiators, policymakers, civil society, farmers
groups, researchers, students and academics interested in issues
related to the WTO, agriculture and food security.
This book thoroughly reviews the advancements in design and
applications of Polymeric Micelles (PMs) in drug delivery. It
provides information on the synthesis of amphiphilic block
copolymers and their types, functional chemistry for targeting and
sensing, and biomedical applications. The book further provides the
possibilities for designing PMs in a range of drug delivery
approaches. The book addresses the molecular parameters of
amphiphilic block copolymers that are required for functionalizing
PMs for drug delivery applications. Additionally, the book presents
recent advances in applications of PMs such as co-delivery,
sensing, theranostics, delivery of nucleic acids, and proteins.
Towards the end, it discusses different physico-chemical strategies
to enhance the stability and drug retention of polymeric micelles
and reviews the preclinical and clinical toxicity and
immunogenicity-related aspects of polymeric micelles. This book is
an invaluable source for academics, research, and industry
professionals working in the field of polymeric micelles and drug
delivery.
This book presents how federated learning helps to understand and
learn from user activity in Internet of Things (IoT) applications
while protecting user privacy. The authors first show how federated
learning provides a unique way to build personalized models using
data without intruding on users' privacy. The authors then provide
a comprehensive survey of state-of-the-art research on federated
learning, giving the reader a general overview of the field. The
book also investigates how a personalized federated learning
framework is needed in cloud-edge architecture as well as in
wireless-edge architecture for intelligent IoT applications. To
cope with the heterogeneity issues in IoT environments, the book
investigates emerging personalized federated learning methods that
are able to mitigate the negative effects caused by heterogeneities
in different aspects. The book provides case studies of IoT based
human activity recognition to demonstrate the effectiveness of
personalized federated learning for intelligent IoT applications,
as well as multiple controller design and system analysis tools
including model predictive control, linear matrix inequalities,
optimal control, etc. This unique and complete co-design framework
will benefit researchers, graduate students and engineers in the
fields of control theory and engineering.
This book examines the various issues and concerns faced by Indian
agriculture under the obligations of WTO and the Free Trade
Agreements. While the issues discussed pertain mainly to India, the
lessons can also be derived for many other similarly placed
developing countries. The book delves into various aspects of
Indian agricultural trade and evaluates the domestic policies and
regulations of government while also looking at external factors
like WTO, free trade agreements and non-tariff barriers. Chapters
of this book have been contributed by eminent agricultural
economists, lawyers and social scientists providing the perspective
from their sector. This book highlights the challenges and
opportunities for agriculture sector under the rapidly growing
regional trade agreements and results of negotiations under the
WTO. It also provides critical insights into the ongoing fisheries
subsidies negotiations at the WTO and issues relating to non-tariff
measures. The findings have broad implications for developing
countries in general and India in particular. This book will
greatly benefit trade negotiators, policymakers, civil society,
farmer groups, researchers, students, and academics interested in
issues related to the WTO, FTAs, tariff and non-tariff barriers and
other allied issues concerning Indian agriculture. The techniques
used in analytical part will mostly benefit the researchers as they
can not only use these techniques and methodologies for their
future research, but to also carry the research forward. The book
is useful for many educational institutes which teach international
trade, agricultural economics, and WTO and FTAs studies.
This book uncovers the stakes and possibilities of handling
pandemic diseases with the help of Computational Intelligence,
using cases and applications from the current Covid-19 pandemic.
The book chapters will focus on the application of CI and its
related fields in managing different aspects of Covid-19, including
modelling of the disease spread, data-driven prediction,
identification of disease hotspots, and medical decision support.
Sustainable procurement is the pursuit of sustainable development
objectives through the purchasing and supply process, while
balancing environmental, social, and economic objectives. This book
will help readers develop new contemporary knowledge about
frameworks, innovative tools and techniques to achieve
sustainability in public as well as private procurement practices.
The book will enable scholars and practitioners working in the
domain of sustainable procurement to improve the overall
performance of the supply chain and further achieve UN SDGs, by
making various decisions at the planning and strategic phase of the
business. Features Discusses theoretical, decision making and
related business management models Assists to achieve Sustainable
Development Goals (SDGs) Provides qualitative/quantitative
frameworks Covers quality innovations sustainability in sourcing
Examines measurement drivers, indicators and metrics
Sustainable Biorefining of Woody Biomass to Biofuels and
Biochemicals explores various technologies and pathways for the
valorization of woody biomass to produce sustainable biofuels and
bioproducts. Focusing on commercialization, the book discusses
woody biomass availability, including harvesting, transportation
and storage, biomass structure, advanced biorefinery technologies,
and the economic and environmental sustainability of woody
biomass-based biorefineries. Various technologies are described and
assessed from a commercial perspective and practical solutions to
the latest challenges are provided. The last section of the book is
dedicated to the commercialization aspects of biorefineries,
providing details about the techno-economic viability and
environmental impact of various biorefinery approaches.This book
provides readers with a unique and comprehensive reference that
will help students and researchers alike identify and overcome the
challenges involved in woody-biomass biorefining for biofuels and
biochemicals. It will also be of interest to researchers and
professionals involved more broadly in bioenergy and renewable
energy, and interdisciplinary teams working across biotechnology,
chemistry and chemical engineering, environmental science, and
plant sciences.
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