This book presents use-cases of IoT AI and Machine Learning (ML) for healthcare delivery and medical devices. It compiles 15 topics that discuss the applications opportunities and future trends of machine intelligence in the medical domain. The objective of the book is to demonstrate how these technologies can be used to keep patients safe and healthy and at the same time to empower physicians to deliver superior care. Readers will be familiarized with core principles algorithms protocols emerging trends security problems and the latest concepts in e-healthcare services. It also includes a quick overview of deep feed forward networks regularization optimization algorithms convolutional networks sequence modeling practical methodology and how they can be used to provide better solutions to healthcare related issues. The book is a timely update for basic and advanced readers in medicine biomedical engineering and computer science. Key topics covered in the book: o An introduction to the concept of the Internet of Medical Things (IoMT). o Cloud-edge based IoMT architecture and performance optimization in the context of Medical Big Data. o A comprehensive survey on different IoMT interference mitigation techniques for Wireless Body Area Networks (WBANs). o Artificial Intelligence and the Internet of Medical Things. o A review of new machine learning and AI solutions in different medical areas. o A Deep Learning based solution to optimize obstacle recognition for visually impaired patients. o A survey of the latest breakthroughs in Brain-Computer Interfaces and their applications. o Deep Learning for brain tumor detection. o Blockchain and patient data management.

Machine Learning and Its Application: A Quick Guide for Beginners aims to cover most of the core topics required for study in machine learning curricula included in university and college courses. The textbook introduces readers to central concepts in machine learning and artificial intelligence which include the types of machine learning algorithms and the statistical knowledge required for devising relevant computer algorithms. The book also covers advanced topics such as deep learning and feature engineering.

Key features:

- 8 organized chapters on core concepts of machine learning for learners

- Accessible text for beginners unfamiliar with complex mathematical concepts

- Introductory topics are included including supervised learning unsupervised learning reinforcement learning and predictive statistics

- Advanced topics such as deep learning and feature engineering provide additional information

- Introduces readers to python programming with examples of code for understanding and practice

- Includes a summary of the text and a dedicated section for references

Machine Learning and Its Application: A Quick Guide for Beginners is an essential book for students and learners who want to understand the basics of machine learning and equip themselves with the knowledge to write algorithms for intelligent data processing applications.

Marine Biopharmaceuticals: Scope and Prospects is a collaboration of experts in pharmacology biology and biochemistry with a focus on Marine Bioprospecting. The book provides an in-depth exploration of promising pharmaceutical compounds found in various marine biota and their therapeutic applications. The comprehensive contents cover marine ecosystems marine biopharmaceutical and delve into the chemistry and therapeutic applications of compounds from diverse marine organisms such as seaweeds sponges cnidarians bryozoans worms shellfish tunicates and fishes.

The chapters also highlight approved and marketed marine biota-derived drugs and marine biota-derived drug candidates currently under clinical trials. Marine biopharmaceutical compounds targeting SARS-CoV-2 are also covered reflecting the latest developments in the field. The editors conclude the book by advocating for the establishment of professional grade Marine Biopharmacy courses at university level to contribute to this emerging field.

This reference serves as a guide for researchers and instructors in disciplines such as Pharmaceutical Sciences Marine Biology Marine Microbiology Marine Biochemistry and Marine Biotechnology. Moreover it is positioned as a standard reference for libraries in colleges and universities offering critical insights for drug companies engaged in the development of new drugs from marine biopharmaceuticals.

Markov Chain Process: Theory and Cases is designed for students of natural and formal sciences. It explains the fundamentals related to a stochastic process that satisfies the Markov property. It presents 10 structured chapters that provide a comprehensive insight into the complexity of this subject by presenting many examples and case studies that will help readers to deepen their acquired knowledge and relate learned theory to practice. 

This book is divided into four parts. The first part thoroughly examines the definitions of probability independent events mutually (and not mutually) exclusive events conditional probability and Bayes' theorem which are essential elements in Markov's theory. The second part examines the elements of probability vectors stochastic matrices regular stochastic matrices and fixed points. The third part presents multiple cases in various disciplines: Predictive computational science Urban complex systems Computational finance Computational biology Complex systems theory and Computational Science in Engineering. The last part introduces learners to Fortran 90 programs and Linux scripts. 

To make the comprehension of Markov Chain concepts easier all the examples exercises and case studies presented in this book are completely solved and given in a separate section. 

This book serves as a textbook (either primary or auxiliary) for students required to understand Markov Chains in their courses and as a reference book for researchers who want to learn about methods that involve Markov Processes.

This book focuses on cases and studies of interest to mechanical engineers and industrial technicians. The considered applications in this volume are widely used in several industrial fields particularly in the automotive and aviation industries. Readers will understand the theory and techniques which are used in each application covered in each chapter.

Volume 2 includes the following topics: Numerical investigation of turbulent slot jets with various nanoparticle shapes Experimental study on a sweeping gas membrane distillation unit Development of design processes for multi-spindle drilling using a neural network and expert systems Experimental investigation of a new hybrid solar collector (PV/t) system Theoretical study of the effects of combustion duration on engine performance Effects of preheating temperature and fuel-air equivalence ratio on pollution control in hydrocarbon combustion Numerical study of natural convection between two concentric ellipses with different shapes and imposed temperatures Theoretical study of the geometrical parameters effect on the behavior of a solar chimney power plant Numerical investigations of the effect of packed bed porosity on the flow behavior Comparison between a conventional and a four-stage Savonius wind rotor

The presented case studies and development approaches aim to provide readers with basic and applied information broadly related to mechanical engineering and technology.

The primary objective of this 4-volume book series is to educate PharmD students on the subject of medicinal chemistry. The book set serves as a reference guide to pharmacists on aspects of the chemical basis of drug action. Medicinal Chemistry of Drugs Affecting Cardiovascular and Endocrine Systems is the third volume of the series. This volume features 8 chapters focusing on a comprehensive account of drugs affecting both the cardiovascular system and the endocrine functions. The volume informs readers about the medicinal chemistry of relevant drugs which includes the mechanism of drug action detailed structure-activity relationships and metabolism. Topics covered include drugs that affect the renin-angiotensin system calcium channel blockers diuretics hematological agents (anticoagulants thrombolytic and antiplatelet agents) antidiabetics antihistamines proton pump inhibitors and therapeutic hormones. Each chapter also offers case studies and self-assessments to facilitate discussion and learning. The book equips students with a scientific foundation to competently evaluate recommend and counsel patients and health care professionals regarding the safe appropriate and cost-effective use of medications. Students and teachers will also be able to integrate the knowledge presented in the book and apply medicinal chemistry concepts to understand the pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics of therapeutic agents in the body. The information offered by the book chapters will give readers a strong neuropharmacology knowledge base required for a practicing pharmacist.

Medicinal and Environmental Chemistry: Experimental Advances and Simulations is a collection of topics that highlight the use of pharmaceutical chemistry to assess the environment or make drug design and chemical testing more environment friendly.

The ten chapters included in the first part of this book set cover diverse topics blending the fields of environmental chemistry and medicinal chemistry and have been authored by experts scientists and academicians from renowned institutions. The book introduces the reader to environmental contaminants and techniques for their quantification and removal. A medicinal perspective for effects and remediation of environmental hazards and therapeutic strategies available to design new and safer drugs is addressed with a focus on knowledge about experimental and simulation methods. To further elaborate the importance of environmentally safe chemical practice the concept of green chemistry has also been covered.

Specialized chapters have been included in the book about persistent organic pollutants heavy metal and plastic pollutants the effect of environmental xenoesterogens on human health and the potential of natural products to combat ecotoxicity.

Key Features:

1. 10 topics which blend environmental chemistry and medicinal chemistry

2. Contributions from more than 30 experts

3. Includes introductory topics on environmental pollutants investigative techniques in drug design and environmental risk assessment and green chemistry

4. Includes specialized topics on persistent pollutants ecotoxicity remediation and xenoestrogens

5. Bibliographic references

This reference is an essential source of information for readers and scholars involved in environmental chemistry pollution management and pharmaceutical chemistry courses at graduate and undergraduate levels. Professionals and students involved in occupational medicine will also benefit from the wide range of topics covered.

For decades scientific efforts have been made to understand obesity and related diseases such as type 2 diabetes and neurodegeneration and their link with meta-inflammation. Adipose tissue is at present viewed as an endocrine organ with important biological effects on metabolism and inflammation with a possible role in the pathogenesis of obesity-associated metabolic and inflammatory diseases. Chronic systemic low-grade inflammation has gained significant attention as the key player in the pathophysiology of obesity- and aging-associated diseases. Keeping view of this trend Meta-Inflammation and Obesity offers readers state-of-the-art knowledge on this subject. Chapters cover special topics such as gender differences in obesity-related type 2 diabetes as the consequence of inflammatory response insights into metabolic changes caused by excessive adipose tissue (which lead to abnormal brain metabolism neuroinflammation cognitive decline development of type 3 diabetes) and the importance of inflammaging in the aging process. Graduate postgraduate and Ph. D. candidates in medicine pharmacy and students of applied medicine health care professionals as well as scientists involved in adipose tissue research meta-inflammation analysis obesity-related medical specialties will find this book a useful reference on the link between inflammation and obesity.

Natural products have dominated our lives since ancient times. Today they are an inexhaustible source of new medications for disease treatment. The practice of evaluating bioactive compounds extracted from natural sources has also advanced significantly prompting a need to understand current methods to identify and evaluate them. This book covers basic scientific aspects of preclinical research on natural products for specific conditions and diseases. These include aging gynecological disorders inflammatory disorders renal disorders and cardiovascular disorders. Each of the 10 book chapters give a structured overview on preclinical methods on the etiology of diseases natural products as the materials for the bioassays extract types concentration of the extracts/compounds for in vitro and in vivo assays preparation of the test materials application of the test materials step-by-step methods and related calculations. The book is intended as a quick reference for natural product researchers pharmacists and postgraduate students in pharmacognosy. Medical doctors working in preclinical research on natural products will also benefit from the information provided.

This volume presents information about protocols for micropropagation of more than 40 species of medicinal plants. The contents combine knowledge about the scientific principles of micropropagation with state of the art updates in tissue culture techniques presented by plant scientists.

The readers will learn about techniques required to grow plants in challenging conditions that aim to reduce the impacts of injudicious harvesting deforestation climate change pollution urbanization and other factors that limit the ability to meet current demand. General topics such as biotization and pharmaceutical investigation are also included to guide readers about the significance of these plants in research and development for new medicines.

The book provides protocols for micropropagation of important medicinal plants like Rauvolfia serpentina Catharanthus roseus Withania somnifera Tylophora indica Bacopa monnieri Aloe vera Phyllanthus amarus Allium sativum Moringa oleifera Operculina turpethum Glycyrrhiza glabra Pterocarpus marsupium Vetiver grass Ruta graveolens Tinospora cordifolia Kaempferia Hedychium Decalepis hamiltonii Saraca asoca Wrightia tinctoria Wrightia arborea Artemisia absinthium Aegle marmelos Atropa acuminata Atropa belladonna Alpinia species Hedychium species and Cissus species.

This book is a handy reference for medicinal chemists horticulturists and pharmacists who want to learn about the growth and conservation of important medicinal herbs and plants.