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Leveraging Data Science for Global Health

Edited by Leo Anthony Celi, Maimuna S. Majumder, Patricia Ordóñez, Juan Sebastian Osorio, Kenneth E. Paik, Melek Somai ...

This open access book explores ways to leverage information technology and machine learning to combat disease and promote health, especially in resource-constrained settings. It focuses on digital disease surveillance through the application of machine learning to non-traditional data sources. Developing countries are uniquely prone to large-scale emerging infectious disease outbreaks due to ... Read more

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This open access book explores ways to leverage information technology and machine learning to combat disease and promote health, especially in resource-constrained settings. It focuses on digital disease surveillance through the application of machine learning to non-traditional data sources. Developing countries are uniquely prone to large-scale emerging infectious disease outbreaks due to
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Zepbound

Shedding Pounds

by Eamon Lawler ...

Zepbound: Shedding PoundsThis book unravels the mysteries of this injectable weight loss marvel. Cutting-edge science meets practical wisdom - a holistic approach emerges. The book is an authority on Zepbound's inner workings. How does it curb appetite? Accelerate metabolism? Burn fat? You'll grasp the intricate mechanisms propelling slimming transformations.But there's more than just the drug's ... Read more

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Zepbound: Shedding PoundsThis book unravels the mysteries of this injectable weight loss marvel. Cutting-edge science meets practical wisdom - a holistic approach emerges. The book is an authority on Zepbound's inner workings. How does it curb appetite? Accelerate metabolism? Burn fat? You'll grasp the intricate mechanisms propelling slimming transformations.But there's more than just the drug's
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Exploring Resilience

A Scientific Journey from Practice to Theory

Edited by Siri Wiig, Babette Fahlbruch ...

Series series SpringerBriefs in Applied Sciences and Technology
Resilience has become an important topic on the safety research agenda and in organizational practice. Most empirical work on resilience has been descriptive, identifying characteristics of work and organizing activity which allow organizations to cope with unexpected situations. Fewer studies have developed testable models and theories that can be used to support interventions aiming to increase ... Read more

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Resilience has become an important topic on the safety research agenda and in organizational practice. Most empirical work on resilience has been descriptive, identifying characteristics of work and organizing activity which allow organizations to cope with unexpected situations. Fewer studies have developed testable models and theories that can be used to support interventions aiming to increase
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Inventing Medical Devices

A Perspective from India

by Dr. Jagdish Chaturvedi ...

"This book comprehensively captures the essence of inventing medical devices through anecdotes, case studies and real life examples. A recommended must read for any aspiring entrepreneur who wishes to invent new medical devices in India." - Dr. Balram Bhargava,Padmashri, Professor of Cardiology, Cardiothoracic Sciences Centre, Executive Director, Stanford India Biodesign Centre, School of ... Read more

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"This book comprehensively captures the essence of inventing medical devices through anecdotes, case studies and real life examples. A recommended must read for any aspiring entrepreneur who wishes to invent new medical devices in India." - Dr. Balram Bhargava,Padmashri, Professor of Cardiology, Cardiothoracic Sciences Centre, Executive Director, Stanford India Biodesign Centre, School of
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Interrupted Time Series Analysis

by David McDowall, Richard McCleary, Bradley J. Bartos ...

Interrupted Time Series Analysis develops a comprehensive set of models and methods for drawing causal inferences from time series. It provides example analyses of social, behavioral, and biomedical time series to illustrate a general strategy for building AutoRegressive Integrated Moving Average (ARIMA) impact models. Additionally, the book supplements the classic Box-Jenkins-Tiao model-building ... Read more

$27.99 USD

Interrupted Time Series Analysis develops a comprehensive set of models and methods for drawing causal inferences from time series. It provides example analyses of social, behavioral, and biomedical time series to illustrate a general strategy for building AutoRegressive Integrated Moving Average (ARIMA) impact models. Additionally, the book supplements the classic Box-Jenkins-Tiao model-building
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Handbook of Investigation and Effective CAPA Systems

by Jose (Pepe) Rodriguez-Perez ...

Worldwide regulatory agencies perform many inspections annually, and all too often investigation and CAPA system violations are at the top of the list of infractions. Life-sciences regulated companies (not only FDA-regulated ones) must ensure their investigation and CAPA systems look beyond the ‘usual suspects' to identify other quality issues in order to minimize risks (including safe ones) and ... Read more

$62.99 USD

Worldwide regulatory agencies perform many inspections annually, and all too often investigation and CAPA system violations are at the top of the list of infractions. Life-sciences regulated companies (not only FDA-regulated ones) must ensure their investigation and CAPA systems look beyond the ‘usual suspects' to identify other quality issues in order to minimize risks (including safe ones) and
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Causation in Population Health Informatics and Data Science

by Olaf Dammann, Benjamin Smart ...

Marketing text: This book covers the overlap between informatics, computer science, philosophy of causation, and causal inference in epidemiology and population health research. Key concepts covered include how data are generated and interpreted, and how and why concepts in health informatics and the philosophy of science should be integrated in a systems-thinking approach. Furthermore, a formal ... Read more

$116.99 USD

Marketing text: This book covers the overlap between informatics, computer science, philosophy of causation, and causal inference in epidemiology and population health research. Key concepts covered include how data are generated and interpreted, and how and why concepts in health informatics and the philosophy of science should be integrated in a systems-thinking approach. Furthermore, a formal
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Biomimetic Biomaterials

Structure and Applications

Edited by Andrew J. Ruys ...

Series series Woodhead Publishing Series in Biomaterials
A significant proportion of modern medical technology has been developed through biomimetics, which is biologically inspired by studying pre-existing functioning systems in nature. Typical biomimetically inspired biomaterials include nano-biomaterials, smart biomaterials, hybrid biomaterials, nano-biocomposites, hierarchically porous biomaterials and tissue scaffolds. This important book ... Read more

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A significant proportion of modern medical technology has been developed through biomimetics, which is biologically inspired by studying pre-existing functioning systems in nature. Typical biomimetically inspired biomaterials include nano-biomaterials, smart biomaterials, hybrid biomaterials, nano-biocomposites, hierarchically porous biomaterials and tissue scaffolds. This important book
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Antibody Techniques

Edited by Vedpal S. Malik, Erik P. Lillehoj ...

The applicability of immunotechniques to a wide variety of research problems in many areas of biology and chemistry has expanded dramatically over the last two decades ever since the introduction of monoclonal antibodies and sophisticated immunosorbent techniques. Exquisitely specific antibody molecules provide means of separation, quantitative and qualitative analysis, and localization useful to ... Read more

$65.99 USD

The applicability of immunotechniques to a wide variety of research problems in many areas of biology and chemistry has expanded dramatically over the last two decades ever since the introduction of monoclonal antibodies and sophisticated immunosorbent techniques. Exquisitely specific antibody molecules provide means of separation, quantitative and qualitative analysis, and localization useful to
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Images, Signals and Devices

Edited by Clement J. McDonald ...

Series series Medicine (R0)
$80.99 USD
Preprosthetic and Maxillofacial Surgery

Biomaterials, Bone Grafting and Tissue Engineering

Edited by J Ferri, E Hunziker ...

Series series Woodhead Publishing Series in Biomaterials
One of the most important factors in ensuring successful osseointegration is the stability of the implant after its insertion. In order to achieve optimum conditions for implantation, it is often necessary to prepare the area and reconstruct the bone to ensure that it is the correct shape and size for the implant. Preprosthetic and maxillofacial surgery provides a thorough review of the current ... Read more

$224.99 USD

One of the most important factors in ensuring successful osseointegration is the stability of the implant after its insertion. In order to achieve optimum conditions for implantation, it is often necessary to prepare the area and reconstruct the bone to ensure that it is the correct shape and size for the implant. Preprosthetic and maxillofacial surgery provides a thorough review of the current
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Reverse-Engineering circadianer Oszillationssysteme als Frequenzregelkreise mit Nachlaufsynchronisation

by Benedict Schau ...

Diplomarbeit aus dem Jahr 2011 im Fachbereich Informatik - Bioinformatik, Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena, Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract: Die Komplexität der biochemischen Reaktionsnetzwerke, auf denen alles Leben basiert, verständlich zu machen, ist Kernanliegen der Systembiologie. Im Rahmen dieser Arbeit wird ein Ansatz aus den Ingenieurwissenschaften, nämlich die Nachlaufsynchronisation, ... Read more

$21.99 USD

Diplomarbeit aus dem Jahr 2011 im Fachbereich Informatik - Bioinformatik, Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena, Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract: Die Komplexität der biochemischen Reaktionsnetzwerke, auf denen alles Leben basiert, verständlich zu machen, ist Kernanliegen der Systembiologie. Im Rahmen dieser Arbeit wird ein Ansatz aus den Ingenieurwissenschaften, nämlich die Nachlaufsynchronisation,
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Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO), An Issue of Critical Care Clinics

by Nitin Puri, MD, Michael Baram, MD, Nicholas Cavarocchi, MD, FACS, FCCP ...

Series Book Volume 33-4 - The Clinics: Internal Medicine
This issue of Critical Care Clinics focuses on Mechanical Circulatory Support. Editors Nitin Puri and Michael Baram have assembled an expert team of authors on topics such as: History of ECMO; Evolution current technique and equipment; Program Development; Review ELSO standards; Cardiac Failure of medical management; Cardiac Management and Complications; Pre-Respiratory; Respiratory Management and ... Read more

$68.99 USD

This issue of Critical Care Clinics focuses on Mechanical Circulatory Support. Editors Nitin Puri and Michael Baram have assembled an expert team of authors on topics such as: History of ECMO; Evolution current technique and equipment; Program Development; Review ELSO standards; Cardiac Failure of medical management; Cardiac Management and Complications; Pre-Respiratory; Respiratory Management and
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Clinical Information Systems in Critical Care

by Julie Bracken, Cecily Morrison, Matthew R. Jones ...

Series series Core Critical Care
The complex IT requirements of a critical care unit have led to the development of numerous information systems. In this concise handbook, the authors share their experience and research findings on how to unleash the power of the technology and overcome potential problems. Clinical Information Systems in Critical Care explains the key aspects of the information systems currently available, ... Read more

$45.99 USD

The complex IT requirements of a critical care unit have led to the development of numerous information systems. In this concise handbook, the authors share their experience and research findings on how to unleash the power of the technology and overcome potential problems. Clinical Information Systems in Critical Care explains the key aspects of the information systems currently available,
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Home Tube Feeding

A mini casebook

by Lina Breik ...

This concise and practical casebook walks through 20 real-life-inspired case studies to help dietitians hone their skills in supporting adults who live at home with a feeding tube.Each case provides a unique challenge, from troubleshooting tube blockages and managing regurgitation to fostering independence in tube weaning and addressing psychosocial aspects of care.Whether you're an experienced ... Read more

$32.99 USD

This concise and practical casebook walks through 20 real-life-inspired case studies to help dietitians hone their skills in supporting adults who live at home with a feeding tube.Each case provides a unique challenge, from troubleshooting tube blockages and managing regurgitation to fostering independence in tube weaning and addressing psychosocial aspects of care.Whether you're an experienced
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Expanded Hemodialysis

Innovative Clinical Approach in Dialysis

by Claudio Ronco ...

Despite constant significant advances, cardiovascular as well as more general outcomes of hemodialysis treatment remain unsatisfactory. The introduction of innovative 'high retention onset' membranes has led to the development of a new treatment modality called 'expanded hemodialysis' (HDx), which is the focus of this book. This new therapy is likely to benefit end-stage kidney disease patients, ... Read more

$156.99 USD

Despite constant significant advances, cardiovascular as well as more general outcomes of hemodialysis treatment remain unsatisfactory. The introduction of innovative 'high retention onset' membranes has led to the development of a new treatment modality called 'expanded hemodialysis' (HDx), which is the focus of this book. This new therapy is likely to benefit end-stage kidney disease patients,
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Joining and Assembly of Medical Materials and Devices

Edited by Y N Zhou, M D Breyen ...

Series series Woodhead Publishing Series in Biomaterials
As medical devices become more intricate, with an increasing number of components made from a wide range of materials, it is important that they meet stringent requirements to ensure that they are safe to be implanted and will not be rejected by the human body. Joining and assembly of medical materials and devices provides a comprehensive overview of joining techniques for a range of medical ... Read more

$251.99 USD

As medical devices become more intricate, with an increasing number of components made from a wide range of materials, it is important that they meet stringent requirements to ensure that they are safe to be implanted and will not be rejected by the human body. Joining and assembly of medical materials and devices provides a comprehensive overview of joining techniques for a range of medical
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Modern Diagnostic X-Ray Sources

Technology, Manufacturing, Reliability

by Rolf Behling ...

Now fully updated, the second edition ofModern Diagnostic X-Ray Sources: Technology, Manufacturing, Reliabilitygives an up-to-date summary of X-ray source technology and design for applications in modern diagnostic medical imaging. It lays a sound groundwork for education and advanced training in the physics of X-ray production, X-ray interactions with matter, and imaging modalities and assesses ... Read more

$99.99 USD

Now fully updated, the second edition ofModern Diagnostic X-Ray Sources: Technology, Manufacturing, Reliabilitygives an up-to-date summary of X-ray source technology and design for applications in modern diagnostic medical imaging. It lays a sound groundwork for education and advanced training in the physics of X-ray production, X-ray interactions with matter, and imaging modalities and assesses
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Robotic Technologies in Biomedical and Healthcare Engineering

Edited by Deepak Gupta, Moolchand Sharma, Vikas Chaudhary, Ashish Khanna ...

Series series Biomedical and Robotics Healthcare
New prospects for biomedical and healthcare engineering are being created by the rapid development of Robotic and Artificial Intelligence techniques. Innovative technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Deep Learning, Robotics, and IoT are currently under huge influence in today’s modern world. For instance, a micro-nano robot allows us to study the fundamental problems at a cellular scale ... Read more

$73.99 USD

New prospects for biomedical and healthcare engineering are being created by the rapid development of Robotic and Artificial Intelligence techniques. Innovative technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Deep Learning, Robotics, and IoT are currently under huge influence in today’s modern world. For instance, a micro-nano robot allows us to study the fundamental problems at a cellular scale
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Assistive Technology for Cognition

A handbook for clinicians and developers

Edited by Brian O'Neill, Alex Gillespie ...

Series series Current Issues in Neuropsychology
Assistive technology for cognition is technology which can be used to enable, enhance, or extend cognitive function. This book systematically examines how cutting-edge digital technologies can assist the cognitive function of people with cognitive impairments, with the potential to revolutionize rehabilitation. Technologies are reviewed which direct attention, remind, recognize, prompt, and ... Read more

$65.99 USD

Assistive technology for cognition is technology which can be used to enable, enhance, or extend cognitive function. This book systematically examines how cutting-edge digital technologies can assist the cognitive function of people with cognitive impairments, with the potential to revolutionize rehabilitation. Technologies are reviewed which direct attention, remind, recognize, prompt, and
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Rebel With A Cause

by Ray Avery ...

Rebel With a Cause is the inspiring story of a true Kiwi hero who overcame childhood neglect and abuse to become a successful scientist and businessman, and who has saved millions of lives in the third world. Ray Avery is the Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year 2010 and the recipient of the Sir Peter Blake Medal for Leadership 2010. He has invented inexpensive lenses for cataract sufferers, low ... Read more

$13.99 USD

Rebel With a Cause is the inspiring story of a true Kiwi hero who overcame childhood neglect and abuse to become a successful scientist and businessman, and who has saved millions of lives in the third world. Ray Avery is the Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year 2010 and the recipient of the Sir Peter Blake Medal for Leadership 2010. He has invented inexpensive lenses for cataract sufferers, low
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Wound Closure Biomaterials and Devices

Edited by Chih-Chang Chu, J. Anthony von Fraunhofer, Howard P. Greisler ...

"Virtually every wound, whether surgical or traumatic, needs to be closed to promote wound healing and prevent infection. Increasingly sophisticated and effective materials for the crucial surgical treatment of wound closure are being developed continuously. Keep up with the most recent research progress and future trends in this complex and rapidly changing field with Wound Closure Biomaterial ... Read more

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"Virtually every wound, whether surgical or traumatic, needs to be closed to promote wound healing and prevent infection. Increasingly sophisticated and effective materials for the crucial surgical treatment of wound closure are being developed continuously. Keep up with the most recent research progress and future trends in this complex and rapidly changing field with Wound Closure Biomaterial
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Doktor Pascal (Le docteur Pascal: Die Rougon-Macquart Band 20)

by Emile Zola ...

Dieses eBook: "Doktor Pascal (Le docteur Pascal: Die Rougon-Macquart Band 20)" ist mit einem detaillierten und dynamischen Inhaltsverzeichnis versehen und wurde sorgfältig korrekturgelesen. Doktor Pascal ist ein Roman des Schriftstellers Émile Zola. Er bildet den zwanzigsten und letzten Band des Rougon-Macquart-Zyklus. Zentrale Themen sind Zolas genetische Vererbungstheorie sowie das ... Read more

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Dieses eBook: "Doktor Pascal (Le docteur Pascal: Die Rougon-Macquart Band 20)" ist mit einem detaillierten und dynamischen Inhaltsverzeichnis versehen und wurde sorgfältig korrekturgelesen. Doktor Pascal ist ein Roman des Schriftstellers Émile Zola. Er bildet den zwanzigsten und letzten Band des Rougon-Macquart-Zyklus. Zentrale Themen sind Zolas genetische Vererbungstheorie sowie das
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Biomedical Polymers

Edited by Mike Jenkins ...

Series series Woodhead Publishing Series in Biomaterials
Given the rapid development and use of biomaterials, it is becoming increasingly important to understand the structure, processing and properties of biomedical polymers and their medical applications. With its distinguished editor and team of international contributors, Biomedical Polymers reviews the latest research on this important group of biomaterials.The book discusses natural, synthetic, ... Read more

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Given the rapid development and use of biomaterials, it is becoming increasingly important to understand the structure, processing and properties of biomedical polymers and their medical applications. With its distinguished editor and team of international contributors, Biomedical Polymers reviews the latest research on this important group of biomaterials.The book discusses natural, synthetic,
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