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The Vertebrate Pigmentary System: From Pigment Cells to Disorders
The Vertebrate Pigmentary System: From pigment cells to Disorders provides readers with fundamental knowledge of the structural and functional aspects of vertebrate pigment cells - melanophores and melanocytes - from their origin to different stages of development to related diseases. Chapters of the book explain the specific regulatory receptors and markers signaling pathways of skin melanocytes along with the diseases (hypopigmentation and hyperpigmentation) in humans associated with their disruption. Concurrently the etiologies of pigmentary disorders and the various therapeutic approaches for their treatment are presented in focused chapters of the book with updated information from recent publications. A summary of natural product based treatment for hypopigmentation and hyperpigmentation rounds up the contents.
This reference is a basic guide for medical students and dermatology residents and a handy source of information for students researchers academicians in the field of pigment cell biology pharmacology and cosmetology.
Vascularization in Tissue Engineering
Vascularization in Tissue Engineering presents a comprehensive picture of blood vessel development and the recent developments on the understanding of the role of angiogenesis in regenerating biological tissues. The first-half of this book consists of three chapters emphasizing the fundamental knowledge about cell pathways growth factors co-culture strategies cell interactions and vascularization in pathological scenarios. The second half takes this knowledge a step further and explains the vascular microenvironment scaffolds and related applications in regenerative medicines. This section also provides information about biomaterial scaffolds and stem cell cultures for wound-healing and tissue regeneration. Readers will learn about cutting edge technologies in this field. This volume is a handy reference for students and researchers seeking information about the angiogenic processes and applied biotechnology in tissue engineering.
Video Data Analytics for Smart City Applications: Methods and Trends
IoT and Big Data Analytics: Volume 1
Video data analytics is rapidly evolving and transforming the way we live in urban environments. In Video Data Analytics for Smart City Applications: Methods and Trends data science experts present a comprehensive review of the latest advances and trends in video analytics technologies and their extensive applications in smart city planning and engineering.
The book covers a wide range of topics including object recognition action recognition violence detection and tracking exploring deep learning approaches and other techniques for video data analytics. It also discusses the key enabling technologies for smart cities and homes and the scope and application of smart agriculture in smart cities.
Moreover the book addresses the challenges and security issues in terahertz band for wireless communication and the empirical impact of AI and IoT on performance management. One contribution also provides a review of the progress in achieving the Jal Jeevan Mission Goals for institutional capacity building in the Indian State of Chhattisgarh.
For researchers computer scientists data analytics professionals smart city planners and engineers this book provides detailed references for further reading and demonstrates how technologies are serving their use-cases in the smart city. The book highlights the advances and trends in video analytics technologies and extensively addresses key themes making it an essential resource for anyone looking to gain a comprehensive understanding of video data analytics for smart city applications.
Virtual Lifelong Learning: Educating Society with Modern Communication Technologies
This reference addresses the transformative landscape of education through the lens of modern technologies. It imparts a comprehensive overview of the challenges opportunities and future visions in education by covering the dynamic intersection of e-learning virtual teaching and cutting-edge technologies.
The book includes an extensive spectrum of 14 topics commencing with a basic study on E-learning and teaching in the new millennium. Next the work explores substantial topics such as the challenges and opportunities of virtual learning the impact of the National Education Policy 2020 the role of Virtual Learning in bridging gender gaps and the benefits and challenges for differently-abled students. Contributors also discuss new developments in education including the integration of ICT in mechanical engineering the use of AR and VR to virtualize academic activities and blockchain technology in education. The last two chapters explore the applications challenges and possibilities of machine learning and data analytics in the context of m-Health and the impact analysis of online education development.
Key features of the reference are: a simplified exploration of the cutting-edge technologies that are reshaping the educational environment a forward-looking view of the future of education and practical insights into the drawbacks and advantages of virtual learning. Readers will get a broad perspective of information on virtual education technology with references and case studies that provide a holistic view of modern educational structures.
This book is tailored for educators researchers and anyone working in the field of education and technology who are looking for a thorough understanding of the transformative prospects of virtual lifelong learning and its implications for building an inclusive society and learning environment.
Virtual Reality, Artificial Intelligence and Specialized Logistics in Healthcare
Virtual Reality Artificial Intelligence and Specialized Logistics in Healthcare aims to enrich knowledge and expertise in the field of advanced technologies and specialized logistics within the healthcare industry.
A key feature of the book is the focus on mitigating the effects of epidemics such as COVID-19. The book offers a comprehensive understanding of these topics across nine chapters.
The initial chapters 1 and 2 meticulously delve into the state-of-the-art advancements in healthcare research. This section focuses on advances in immersive technologies (such as VR and AR) and internet of Things for digital healthcare services. Chapters 3 and 4 cover specialized logistics providing an in-depth exploration of funeral logistics and vaccine supply chains respectively. The next chapter provides case-studies on community level anti-epidemic measures Chapters 6 7 and 8 concentrate on pertinent issues concerning the elderly population. Topics in this section include elderly care home surveys. the utilization of modern mobile applications tailored for the elderly and a comprehensive narrative review of mobile technology from the perspective of the elderly. Lastly Chapter 9 culminates the exploration by addressing the adoption of macro business simulation in healthcare products. Leveraging illustrative examples such as hand sanitizers this chapter offers valuable insights into healthcare product adoption. In essence this book serves as a resource for policymakers researchers students and industrial practitioners. References and summaries make this an indispensable guide for those seeking to navigate and comprehend the ever-evolving healthcare and supply chain industry.
Virtual and Classroom Learning in Higher Education: A Guide to Effective Online Teaching
The recent COVID-19 pandemic has prompted educators to utilize online learning resources in order to comply with public health and social distancing mandates. The transition to virtual classrooms has created several opportunities and challenges for all stakeholders involved in the educational ecosystem.
The ability of the classroom instructor to impart learning to students requires considerable adjustments from both students and teachers which can be a new experience for educational professionals.
Virtual and Classroom Learning in Higher Education serves as a handy guide for instructors to effective online teaching with a focus on higher education. The book presents reviews on different aspects of online teaching distilling key findings in an easy to understand manner for the reader. It provides educators with knowledge which familiarizes them with online teaching models and concepts (such as micro-learning synchronous and asynchronous learning online pedagogy dynamic learning experience and more). Chapters are contributed by experts in online learning and cover the topic from different angles giving the reader a broad perspective on virtual classrooms.
Virtual and Classroom Learning in Higher Education is an essential read for administrators and educators involved in higher education settings and general readers who are interested in widening their view of the online teaching model.