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Nano Materials Induced Removal of Textile Dyes from Waste Water
Nanotechnology has progressed to the point where it can mimic natural systems such as porous membranes or the structure of leaves. Technological advances have resulted in a boom in the use of nanotechnology in different areas of engineering including water purification systems. This book explores nanomaterials used for removing various textile dyes from water. It compiles 8 chapters that discuss the materials and nano systems used in these processes.
This reference is designed to provide answers to common questions for scholars academicians and technologists about fundamentals of nanoscience and nanomaterial induced removal of textile dyes. College students (physics chemistry and materials science engineering) will be able to easily understand the subject matter.
Key Features:
- Covers the basics of nano systems from synthesis to applications
- Explains the basics of nanomaterial behavior and characterization
- Describes the classifications of dyes - Explains the interactions nanomaterials with different dyes
- Explains the reaction mechanisms of photocatalysis and the kinetics behind adsorption
- two important methods for removing dyes from water
- Discusses nano systems that are useful for textile dye removal from water. 3 types of nano systems are included: carbon based oxide based polymer based or nitride based systems - Includes references for further reading
- Simple presentation for easy and quick understanding of the subject
Nanobiotechnology: Principles and Applications
Nanobiotechnology is the application of nanotechnology in biological fields. Nanobiotechnology is a multidisciplinary field that currently engages researchers in conventional as well as advanced avenues of engineering and natural sciences.The recent developments in nanobiotechnology have impacted various socio-economic sectors including medical agriculture food textile and other industries. Although the integration of nanomaterials with biology has led to the development of diagnostic devices contrast agents analytical tools therapy and drug-delivery vehicles bionanotechnology research is still in its infancy. The full potential of developments in this field have yet to be realized.
This book discusses various nano-engineered materials or nanocarriers that are used in different situations. It presents 8 chapters that cover the application of nanobiomaterials in environmental remediation nanofertilisers nanobiotics against antimicrobial resistance nanobiosensors in pathogen detection and nanotoxicity assessments. Each chapter is structured into easy-to-read sections that explain fundamental and applied concepts of nanobiomaterials. Readers will gain a current view of the biotechnological application of modern nanomaterials and nanoparticles. The book is intended to be a primer for students and researchers in agriculture biotechnology and biomedical engineering courses.
Nanocomposite Materials for Sensors
This reference reviews the reported literature on new approaches of nanocomposite material preparation and their applications in the development of physical chemical electrochemical biological fluorescence and colorimetric sensors. Sensor nanomaterials have been extensively used to amplify signals in the detection of a range of chemicals including toxic gases biochemical nutrients ions explosives pesticides and drugs to name a few. 14 chapter contributions highlight state-of-the-art sensors in recent years by outlining the synthesis role and progress of nanocomposite materials in fabricating flexible and multifunctional sensing platforms in sensor technologies.
Chapters first introduce the reader to nanocomposite materials and their role in making a wide array of sensors including metal-organic graphene-based and polymeric sensors. The chapters then progress into applications of sensors for the detection of chemicals such as blood glucose heavy metal and other toxic ions hydrazine humidity and explosive. Each chapter explains the required materials for electrodes and material components for a specific sensor platform with additional information about sample collection threshold values and perspectives where appropriate.
The book is intended as a compilation of knowledge for designing novel nanocomposite materials to be used as sensing platforms in sensor technologies. It serves as an informative resource for a broad range of readers including graduates and post-graduates Ph. D. scholars faculty members and professionals working in the area of material science the healthcare industry biological sciences medical sciences and environmental sciences.
Nanoelectronics Devices: Design, Materials, and Applications - Part 2
Nanoelectronics Devices: Design Materials and Applications provides information about the progress of nanomaterial and nanoelectronic devices and their applications in diverse fields (including semiconductor electronics biomedical engineering energy production and agriculture). The book is divided into two parts. The editors have included a blend of basic and advanced information with references to current research. The book is intended as an update for researchers and industry professionals in the field of electronics and nanotechnology. It can also serve as a reference book for students taking advanced courses in electronics and technology. The editors have included MCQs for evaluating the readers’ understanding of the topics covered in the book. Topics Covered in Part 2 include applications of nanoelectronics for different devices and materials. - Photonic crystal waveguide geometry - 8kW to 80kW power grids with simple energy storage systems - Two-dimensional material and based heterojunctions like MoS2 /graphene MoS2 /CNT and MoS2 /WS2 - 5G communication material - Wearable devices like electronic skin intelligent wound bandages tattoo-based electrochemical sensors - PEDOT: PSS-based EEG - New materials for medicine
Nanoparticles and Nanocarriers Based Pharmaceutical Preparations
Nanomedicine is a rapidly expanding field because of its benefits over conventional drug delivery technology as it offers site-specific and target-oriented delivery of therapeutic agents. Nanoparticles and Nanocarriers Based Pharmaceutical Preparation presents a structured summary of recent advances and discoveries in nanomedicine and nanocarrier-based drug delivery. The book covers several key topics in a very simple and easy to understand language. Readers will be familiarized with many types of nanocarriers that have been developed over the past decade the pharmaceutical formulations composed of organic and inorganic materials as well as their clinical benefits. Chapters are written with the help of authoritative sources of knowledge with the goal of building a foundational understanding of novel drug delivery systems. Since the subject matter is interdisciplinary it will be of interest to students teachers and researchers in a broad range of fields including pharmaceutical sciences nanotechnology biomedical engineering and material sciences.
Nanopharmacology and Nanotoxicology: Clinical Implications and Methods
This book explains key concepts and applications of nanotechnology in clinical medicine and pharmacology. The chapters have been contributed by experts and provide a broad perspective about the current and future developments in pharmacology toxicology cell biology and materials science. The book is divided into 2 main sections. The first section concerns nanobiotechnology for human health including gastrointestinal disease kidney diseases pulmonary disorders reproductive system COVID-19 and cancer. The second section is devoted to toxicological aspects of nanomaterials which involve toxicological assessments of nanotherapeutics and potential solutions for nanotoxicology. Key Features - Emphasizes the high degree of interdisciplinary research in pharmacology toxicology and nanoscience - Summarizes the results of theoretical methodological and practical studies in different medical subspecialties - includes special topics such as novel nanotoxicology assessment methods and nano vaccines - Includes references for further reading
Nanotherapeutic Strategies and New Pharmaceuticals Part I
Advances in technology have enabled medicinal chemists to discover and formulate several highly specific biocompatible and non-toxic therapeutic agents for clinical applications. Nanotechnology has achieved significant progress in the last few decades and is crucial in every field of science and technology. Nanotechnology-based pharmaceuticals offer multifaceted and alternative methodologies in comparison to the limitations of many conventional clinical therapies. Expertise in designing and developing nanoformulations has helped in targeted drug delivery. Recently the use of innovative therapeutic agents particularly in nanomedicine has accounted for a significant portion of the global pharmaceutical market and is predicted to continue to grow rapidly in the near future.
Nanotherapeutic Strategies and New Pharmaceuticals is an accessible multi-part reference which informs the reader about several new techniques based on nanotechnology. The chapters explain relevant topics in detail. The book is designed to encourage and help undergraduate graduate and post-graduate students in the field of nanotherapeutics pharmaceuticals and bio-organic chemistry through the use of didactic language and simple illustrations.
Part 1 of this book set explains general advances in nanomedicine followed by chapters covering the role of nanotherapeutics in hematology and cancer treatment as well as specific types of nanomaterials based on different components (such as boron graphene silver and other metals). The book also features a chapter that summarizes the processes for designing nanoparticles tailored for specific targets. The book serves as a textbook for students in pharmacology and medical biochemistry as well as a quick reference for researchers on bio-organic chemistry as well as general readers interested in nanomedicine.
Nanotherapeutic Strategies and New Pharmaceuticals Part II
Advances in technology have enabled medicinal chemists to discover and formulate several highly specific biocompatible and non-toxic therapeutic agents for clinical applications. Nanotechnology has achieved significant progress in the last few decades and is crucial in every field of science and technology. Nanotechnology-based pharmaceuticals offer multifaceted and alternative methodologies in comparison to the limitations of many conventional clinical therapies. Expertise in designing and developing nanoformulations has helped in targeted drug delivery. Recently the use of innovative therapeutic agents particularly in nanomedicine has accounted for a significant portion of the global pharmaceutical market and is predicted to continue to grow rapidly in the near future. Nanotherapeutic Strategies and New Pharmaceuticals is an accessible multi-part reference which informs the reader about several new techniques based on nanotechnology. The chapters explain relevant topics in detail. The book is designed to encourage and help undergraduate graduate and post-graduate students in the field of nanotherapeutics pharmaceuticals and bio-organic chemistry through the use of didactic language and simple illustrations. Part 2 of this book covers the potential of nanotherapeutics and natural therapies for treating neurological diseases targeting ion channels signal transduction therapy gene therapy of single gene mutation diseases and for nanoformulations for special purposes such as wound healing and stimuli-responsive drug delivery. The book also features a chapter that summarizes the types of nanoparticles tailored for specific molecular targets that mediate different diseases. The book set serves as a textbook for students in pharmacology and medical biochemistry as well as a quick reference for researchers on bio-organic chemistry as well as general readers interested in nanomedicine.
Nanotherapeutics for the Treatment of Hepatocellular Carcinoma
Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is a leading cause of death globally. Conventional chemotherapeutic agents are unable to penetrate cancerous hepatocytes completely and are toxic to non cancerous cells and tissues. This toxicity significantly compromises the therapeutic outcome of conventional chemotherapeutic agents which is also reflected in the high mortality of the disease. Nanotherapeutics have shed new light onto HCC treatment by enabling site-specific in vivo delivery of chemotherapeutics specifically to neoplastic hepatocytes without affecting normal hepatocytes. Thus nanotherapeutics have shown considerable potential and there is tremendous impetus for rapid translation from the pre-clinical to the clinical domain to significantly prolong the survival in HCC.
In Nanotherapeutics for the Treatment of Hepatocellular Carcinoma authoritative experts of the field have explored the important aspects of nanotherapeutics against HCC. The book exhaustively vividly and explicitly describes the molecular pathogenesis diagnostic aspects and nanotherapy of HCC while also highlighting the challenges of conventional therapy and the benefits of nanotherapeutics. Chapters of the book also cover recent investigations of nanotherapeutics against HCC types of nanomedicines recent patents commercially available nanotherapeutics and a future perspective to give a comprehensive review of the topic to readers. In addition to these defining features the book provides several references for further reading. The book is an ideal resource on HCC nanotherapeutics for medical and pharmacology postgraduate students faculties researchers and biomedical scientists working on HCC and nanotherapy.
Natural Conservative Dentistry: An Alternative Approach to Solve Restorative Problems
In nature lies the solution to restore teeth with minimal damage. In this groundbreaking book the management of dental challenges is presented from a new perspective. Natural Conservative Dentistry: An Alternative Approach to Solve Restorative Problems provides evidence-based solutions to dental challenges to researchers practitioners and dental service providers. The main attribute of all these solutions is that they are all derived from natural ingredients. Natural ingredients are an effective alternative for dental care and management in contrast to synthetic products that have multiple side effects.
This book fills a knowledge gap on alternative and sustainable solutions derived from nature to respond effectively to dental challenges encountered in dental treatment for the conservation of the tooth. It is a compilation of the work of expert dentists that has been carried out in clinics for the management of dental problems.
Key Features
- Provides an insightful look at the prevention of dental diseases through evidence-based interventions using natural products in 9 referenced chapters
- Contains valuable contributions in restorative dentistry such as caries prevention enamel and dentin remineralization dentin biomodification dentin desensitization vital pulp therapy antioxidants and tooth bleaching
- Provides an update on the current status of different ingredients used in oral health care products developed for commercial markets
- Includes notes on pathophysiology and diagnosis on specific conditions and sources of natural ingredients
The book is a valuable reference for trainees and professionals who want to enhance their restorative dentistry practice in the clinic.
Natural Medicine
New Avenues in Drug Discovery and Bioactive Natural Products is the second volume of the Natural Medicine book series. It is devoted to current research in drug discovery from natural sources. The volume features 13 chapters that cover modern analytical and scientific approaches. The book starts with chapters on advanced analytical and research techniques such as genomic mining quality control of herbal drugs DNA fingerprinting high-throughput screening molecular docking and extraction techniques. The contributors provide a summary of challenges for researchers and commercial applications where possible. The book also features chapters dedicated to specific medicinal agents that target a disease (glycosides SARS-CoV2 spike protein inhibitors and andrographolides. The collection of important research topics in natural product chemistry aims to help the scholars and researchers in the scientific community that are involved in the extraction and development of new medicines.
Natural Products for Skin Diseases: A Treasure Trove for Dermatologic Therapy
Natural Products for Skin Diseases: A Treasure Trove for Dermatologic Therapy is an enlightening journey through the realm of natural remedies for various skin diseases. The editors have compiled information on effective and holistic treatment approaches that can be applied in clinical settings. This book brings diverse range of topics including skin protection against harmful radiation natural remedies for burns and wounds management of skin pigmentation issues and herbal treatments for scabies. It also explores the potential of natural cosmetics and their future applications along with the use of natural products and nanoparticles in skin delivery. All chapters are contributed by experts in dermatology and herbal medicine and are supplemented with scientific references for advanced readers. The book primarily serves as a textbook for students in medicine and dermatologists in training. It also serves as a valuable guide for dermatologists researchers and healthcare professionals revealing the treasure trove of benefits that natural products offer for treating skin diseases.
Natural Products for the Management of Arthritic Disorders
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is the most common inflammatory complication and affects approximately 1 % of the global population. It affects three times more women than men. RA is an autoimmune disorder elicited by exposure of genetic factors from the host to unknown antigens causing arthritogenic complaints. It also includes the activation of lymphocytes as well as CD4+ helper T cells along with the local release of chronic inflammatory mediators and cytokines like tumor necrosis factor (TNF-α) and various cytokines like interleukins (IL) that enormously affect the joints. The available allopathic therapies for RA are not a cure for the complications and antibody therapy and surgical procedures are expensive.
However in the present era researchers and healthcare professionals have moved toward natural medicines obtained from plants and other natural sources. Research-based on developments in phytomedicine has progressed steadily. Evidence has been collected to show the massive therapeutic potential of medicinal plants used in various traditional systems against many pathological complications. Researchers have focused on the therapeutic potential of natural products used for treatment and counteracting various disorders along with their complications having negligible adverse effects.
Natural Products for the Management of Arthritic Disorders compiles current knowledge about the bioactive compounds and herbal formulations useful in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. 11 chapters explain the role of natural products in the management of rheumatoid arthritis. Topics have been contributed by experts in medicinal chemistry and rheumatology.
The book first introduces the reader to rheumatoid arthritis before delving into conventional and alternative therapies for the disease. The editors have also included special topics such as the biomarkers for RA cytokines and anti-inflammatory mediators and preclinical and clinical studies. The range of topics should provide a comprehensive overview of natural remedies for arthritis and the role of natural products in anti-arthritic drug development.
The information will be useful for many readers including medical and pharmacology students multidisciplinary research scholars scientists pharma/herbal/food industrialists and policy makers.
Navigating through Technology in Modern Education
Navigating through Technology in Modern Education explores the transformative impact of digital innovation in education. From introducing digital transformation to discussing the benefits and challenges this book covers crucial topics like e-learning artificial intelligence big data and the Internet of Things in education. With insights into factors for adopting technology and tailored learning experiences this book equips readers with the knowledge to navigate the evolving landscape of modern education. Whether you're a seasoned educator or a newcomer this book offers valuable insights into leveraging technology for enhanced learning experiences.
Neoplasia and Fertility
Research on young individuals and childbearing adults being treated for neoplasia has revealed a rising number of requests for treatments aimed to maintain the possibility to conceive. To answer such requests it is important for medical professionals to consider the necessity to cure the woman to preserve her fertility to give information both on the effect of neoplasia and treatments on pregnancy. Patients have to be informed on the possible treatment alternatives that are less aggressive towards the reproductive function but at the same time give desirable results in terms of survival.
Neoplasia and Fertility describes the state-of-the-art on fertility preservation in women affected by neoplasia. The 11 book chapters inform the reader with the goal of equipping them with the required information needed to present the condition and to discuss the possibility of conceiving and how to manage patients after oncologic treatments at different stages of pregnancy.
Key Features
- Informs the reader about the relationship between gynecological cancer and fertility in women through 11 chapters
- Describes a broad range of cancers and relevant treatment options for maintaining fertility
- Explains the role of a 'Fertility Sparing Team' in clinics
- Familiarizes the reader with the ethics behind oncology treatments with reference to female fertility
- Describes fertility issues related to hereditary cancers in women
- Includes references for further reading
The book serves as an informative reference on the subject to medical doctors in the gynecology obstetrics and midwife specialties and nurses training the gynecological oncology. It will also be of interest to healthcare administrators involved in fertility and oncology clinics as well as general practitioners in family medicine.
Neurodegenerative Diseases: Multifactorial Degenerative Processes, Biomarkers and Therapeutic Approaches
This reference is the definitive guide to common neurodegenerative diseases that affect humans. The book covers mechanisms of some of the most well-known neurodegenerative diseases their biomarkers neuropharmacology and emerging treatment strategies.
The book introduces the subject of neurodegeneration by outlining the biochemistry pathophysiology and multifactorial neurological mechanisms (the role of genetics environmental factors and mitochondrial damage for example). Next it explains some of the most studied diseases namely Parkinson's Disease Alzheimer's Disease Huntington's Disease and Multiple Sclerosis. Subsequent chapters delve into current knowledge about diagnostic and immunological biomarkers followed by a summary of novel therapeutic strategies.
Special attention has been given to the role of medicinal plants in attempting to treat neurodegenerative diseases as well as the public health burden posed by these conditions.
Key Features - give readers an overview of multifactorial disease mechanisms in neurodegeneration
- covers some major neurodegenerative diseases in detail
- covers diagnostic and immunological biomarkers
- explores current therapeutic strategies and drug targets in common neurodegenerative diseases
- offers a simple presentation with references for advanced readers
The book is a suitable reference for all readers including students research scholars and physicians who are interested in the mechanisms and treatment of neurodegenerative diseases.
New Worlds: Colonizing Planets, Moons and Beyond
Terraforming is the process of modifying a planet moon or other body to a more habitable atmosphere temperature or ecology. The idea of terraforming or colonizing other planets has recently become a topic of intense scientific interest and public debate. Geoengineering and terraforming at their core have the same goal: to enhance or revive the ability of a specific environment to support human life society and industry. New Worlds: Colonizing Planets Moons and Beyond examines extra-terrestrial colonization plans with a critical eye. The ten chapters of the book provide a detailed review of the demographic and economic reasons behind this space imperative technical and ecological solutions to improve the settlement of our own planet enhancements of our current space industry. The book also covers interesting topics such as the terraformation of Mars the moon and other planets like Venus colonizing the outer solar system (and beyond) and the ethical considerations in favor of space expansion. This simple yet informative treatise is an essential read for anyone interested in the subject of space colonization
Practice and Re-emergence of Herbal Medicine
Natural Medicine: Volume 1
Practice and Re-emergence of Herbal Medicine focuses on current research in Indian traditional medicine. Chapters cover many facets of herbal medicine including quality control and experimental validation intellectual property issues pharmacovigilance and the therapeutic use of herbal medicine. The book informs readers about the effectiveness of traditional medicine systems like Ayurveda and Siddha in the region with reference to specific communities. The book also highlights herbal medications for diseases such as COVID-19 cancer and erectile dysfunction. The book is a timely reference for researchers interested in ethnobotany alternative medicine and the practice of herbal medicine in indigenous communities. Series Introduction: Natural Medicine is a series of edited volumes that aims to be a repository of knowledge on herbal and traditional medicine with the goal of attracting a global audience. Contributions to the series will present evidence of the efficacy of plant-based medicine against disease. The series will also highlight issues in herbal medicine practice and research.
The NLRP3 Inflammasome: An Attentive Arbiter of Inflammatory Response
Inflammation triggers specific metabolic pathways and if not resolved translates into several painful diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis lupus Alzheimer's disease cardiovascular disorders and psoriasis. Various processes have been explored to understand the factors behind inflammation and consequently many mechanisms have been examined to suppress it. The nucleotide-binding domain like receptor 3 (NLRP3) inflammasome is an example of such factors which is responsible for triggering sterile and microbe induced inflammation. Studies of genetic variants of the related gene have revealed insights into the mRNA expression pathways that may help researchers to identify crucial disease mechanisms.
This book is a review of the scientific findings of distinguished scholars who have studied NLRP3 inflammasome activation and its contribution in worsening the outcomes of inflammatory disorders.
This collection of chapters covers many aspects of the multifaceted role of NLRP3 inflammasome. Beginning with airway inflammation and fibrosis it progresses to explore its involvement in pulmonary hypertension heart diseases tuberculosis cardiovascular complications and childhood asthma. Additionally it examines the inflammasome's impact on protozoan parasitic infections and neuropathic pain. The chapters not only elucidate the intricate mechanisms of NLRP3 activation but also discuss potential inhibitors and therapeutic targets. Readers will gain a comprehensive understanding of the NLRP3 inflammasome's diverse implications across different physiological contexts. The book includes references making this book a valuable treatise of insights for researchers clinicians and healthcare professionals.