July titles from Elsevier
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Atlas of Abdominal Wall Reconstruction, 3e
Michael J. RosenElsevier
402 pages
ISBN: 9780443118500
July 2025
With comprehensive, highly illustrated coverage of the latest advances in abdominal wall surgery, Dr. Michael J. Rosens Atlas of Abdominal Wall Reconstruction, 3rd Edition , is a must-have resource for repairs ranging from the routine to the complex. Thirteen new chapters, new surgical videos, and new illustrations keep you fully up to date in this fast-growing field. From preoperative management through surgery and postoperative care , this unique text/atlas provides the guidance needed to make the most effective use of both commonly performed and new and emerging surgical techniques for reconstruction.
Atlas of Orthoses and Assistive Devices, 6e
Douglas P. Murphy, Joseph B. Webster, William LovegreenElsevier
520 pages
ISBN: 9780443121081
July 2025
Offering a valuable balance of information for everyone on the rehabilitation team , Atlas of Orthoses and Assistive Devices, Sixth Edition, brings you up to date with rapid changes in every area of this fast-moving field. Significant new content, a new editor with specialization in prosthetics and orthotics, and new contributing authors deliver expert guidance on the decision-making process needed for the prescription and application of technologically complex devices. From traditional fabrication and fitting principles to advanced information in the material sciences, digital printing technology, neural stimulation systems, microprocessor technologies, and robotics, this new edition remains practical, readable, and evidence-based—an ideal resource to assist medical and rehabilitation professionals achieve optimal outcomes for patients with a wide variety of conditions.
Handbook of Otolaryngology, 3e
David Goldenberg, Bradley J. GoldsteinElsevier
784 pages
ISBN: 9780323882668
July 2025
Covering the full spectrum of otolaryngology–head and neck surgery and facial plastic surgery, Handbook of Otolaryngology: Head and Neck Surgery, Third Edition , is packed with must-know information while remaining conveniently portable. A reader-friendly organization and superb indexing make this acclaimed, award-winning handbook easy to use for daily quick reference. Its an essential companion for residents, fellows, and clinicians in otolaryngology, and for all physicians and allied professionals in other disciplines who can use rapid and reliable guidance on ENT medicine and surgery.
Hematopathology, 4e
John R. Goldblum, Eric D. Hsi, Sa A. WangElsevier
800 pages
ISBN: 9780443109409
July 2025
Part of the popular Foundations in Diagnostic Pathology Series, Hematopathology, Fourth Edition , is a practical and affordable resource that is ideal for study and review as well as everyday clinical practice . With its highly templated format, clearly written text, and concise summary tables , this user-friendly reference helps both trainees and practicing pathologists form accurate diagnoses, avoid pitfalls, and confidently sign out pathology reports on these often difficult and challenging cases.
Massachusetts General Hospital Study Guide for Psychiatry Exams, 2e
Theodore A. SternElsevier
650 pages
ISBN: 9780443119835
July 2025
Prepare for success on your board and shelf exams with the fully revised Massachusetts General Hospital Study Guide for Psychiatry Exams, Second Edition . Expertly edited by renowned author and educator Dr. Theodore A. Stern as a companion to his popular and authoritative Massachusetts General Hospital Comprehensive Clinical Psychiatry, Third Edition , this practical review tool contains 1,000 unique questions with annotated answers , both in print and online. Youll have convenient, flexible access to hundreds of relevant and carefully reviewed questions from the institution trusted most by residents and practicing clinicians for its leadership in psychiatry information and reference.
Practical Facial Reconstruction, 2e
Andrew KaufmanElsevier
272 pages
ISBN: 9780443264375
July 2025
An ideal resource for both the novice and experienced surgeon, Practical Facial Reconstruction: Theory and Practice is a practical, step-by-step guide to facial repair, written by a highly experienced authority in the field. In this fully updated Second Edition, Dr. Andrew Kaufman walks you through decision making in repair design and execution , offering tips, pearls, and key points that make seemingly complicated flaps less complicated, and repairs more aesthetic and functionally successful. Abundant illustrations and numerous new videos provide real-world visual guidance on soft tissue facial reconstruction.
Specialty Contact Lenses, 1e
Daddi Fadel, Melissa BarnettElsevier
352 pages
ISBN: 9780323879293
July 2025
Offering a clinical definition and classification for specialty contact lenses, this unique reference discusses the clinical features and customization of every type of contact lens modality in a variety of clinical settings. Specialty Contact Lenses covers all aspects of this wide-ranging field , including specialty multifocal lenses, novel technology, telemedicine, myopia management, contact lenses in sports, visual rehabilitation, pediatric and geriatric considerations, electrochemical and optical sensing technologies, contact lens enhancement, future applications, and much more.
Viral Outbreaks, Biosecurity, and Preparing for Mass Casualty Infectious Diseases Events, 1e
Trish M. Perl, Daniel MaxwellElsevier
578 pages
ISBN: 9780323548410
July 2025
Written by authorities in infectious disease and disaster preparedness, this one-stop resource covers the relevant theoretical, historical, and pragmatic considerations of viral outbreaks and bioterrorism. It provides an expert overview of this complex area for infectious disease physicians, emergency medicine physicians, hospital administrators, and more.
Crash Course Medical Ethics and Medical Law, 1e
Pirashanthie Vivekananda-Schmidt, William Brooks, Philip Xiu, Richard Cooper, India Mayhook-WalkerElsevier
250 pages
ISBN: 9780443246036
July 2025
Crash Course – your effective every-day study companion PLUS the perfect antidote for exam stress! Save time and be assured you have the essential information you need in one place to excel on your course and achieve exam success. A winning formula now for over 25 years, having sold over 1 million copies and translated in over 8 languages, each series volume has been fine-tuned and fully updated to make your life easier. Especially written by senior students or junior doctors/residents – those who understand what is essential for exam success – with all information thoroughly checked and quality assured by expert Faculty Advisers , the result is books that exactly meet your needs and you know you can trust. Text boxes help you get to the hints, tips and key points you need fast! A fully revised self-assessment section matching the latest exam formats is included to check your understanding and aid exam preparation. The accompanying enhanced, downloadable eBook completes this invaluable learning package. Series volumes have been honed to meet the requirements of todays medical students, although the range of other health students and professionals who need rapid access to the essentials of medical ethics and medical law will also love the unique approach of Crash Course . Whether you need to get out of a fix or aim for a distinction Crash Course is for you! This fully updated, concise textbook on medical ethics and law is perfect for aspiring medical students, current undergraduates, and practicing professionals alike, it offers a comprehensive yet accessible overview of contemporary ethical principles and legal frameworks. Packed with the latest UK guidelines and illuminating case studies, this essential resource equips you to understand and navigate complex clinical dilemmas. From patient consent and confidentiality to end-of-life decisions and public health ethics, gain invaluable insights that will serve you throughout your medical career. Whether you're preparing for university interviews, tackling course material, or refining your professional practice, this textbook provides the knowledge you need to approach medical ethics and law with clarity and competence.
Unlocking the Leader Within: A Medical Students Guide to Practical Leadership, 1e
Hao-Hua Wu, Maria Ahmad, Aaron Qi Yang Goh, Hao-Kai WuElsevier
368 pages
ISBN: 9780323932110
July 2025
Becoming a leader enables you to inspire, galvanize, and achieve your dreams as an aspiring healthcare provider. Strong leadership skills are needed in modern clinical settings to enhance teamwork, communication, and collaboration. Dont wait until you have completed training or are given a title to start on your leadership journey—start today. Unlocking the Leader Within: A Medical Students Guide to Practical Leadership is a unique and practical resource that equips you with real-world strategies to succeed in patient-centered care. Discover 14 leadership principles that will allow you to excel as medical trainee. This student-focused text emphasizes that leadership principles are learned, not innate . Any person equipped with these 14 leadership principles can be a successful leader, regardless of level of training. An emphasis on how to optimize teamwork as a trainee makes this resource unique among leadership books and ideal for medical students and in-training physician assistants and nurse practitioners, as well as all professional health care providers.
Diagnostic Imaging: Gastrointestinal, 5e
Atif Zaheer, Siva P. RamanElsevier
1216 pages
ISBN: 9780443378782
July 2025
Covering the entire spectrum of this fast-changing field, the fifth edition of Diagnostic Imaging: Gastrointestinal is an invaluable resource for GI radiologists, general radiologists, and trainees―anyone who requires an easily accessible, highly visual reference on todays GI imaging. Drs. Atif Zaheer, Siva P. Raman, and their team of highly regarded experts provide updated information on recent advances in technology and the understanding of GI diseases and disorders to help you make informed decisions at the point of care. The text is image-rich, with succinct bullets that quickly convey details, and includes the latest literature references , making it a useful learning tool as well as a handy reference for daily practice.
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Developing Clinical Judgment for Practical/Vocational Nursing Practice and NGN Readiness, 2e
Donna D. Ignatavicius, Tami K. LittleElsevier
400 pages
ISBN: 9780443234934
July 2025
Get ready to pass the Next-Generation NCLEX-PN ® Examination (NGN-PN) on your first try with Developing Clinical Judgment for Practical/Vocational Nursing Practice and NGN Readiness, 2 nd Edition. Written by renowned nursing education expert Donna D. Ignatavicius and Dr. Tami Little, this practical workbook focuses on developing the clinical judgment skills you need to succeed on the NGN-PN and in clinical practice. This collection of engaging and practical thinking exercises has been carefully developed to incorporate the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) Clinical Judgment Measurement Model (CJMM) and to emphasize the new item types that are integral to the NGN-PN. Exercises range from basic to more complex and address all key content areas to fully prepare you for all facets of the exam. This workbook is an invaluable companion throughout nursing school, helping you grow your clinical judgment skills to match whats expected on the NGN-PN!
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Advanced Topics in Inverse Data Envelopment Analysis, 1e
Mehdi Soltanifar, Mojtaba Ghiyasi, Farhad Hosseinzadeh Lotfi, Mohammadreza ShahriariElsevier
328 pages
ISBN: 9780443364884
July 2025
Advanced Topics in Inverse Data Envelopment Analysis: Approaches for Handling Ratio Data explores and tackles the most significant challenges encountered by researchers and practitioners in decision analysis and performance evaluation. This book delves into the sophisticated realm of Ratio Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA-R), offering a thorough examination of advanced methodologies, practical examples, and insights into managing complex problems involving both non-negative and negative data. Filling crucial gaps in existing literature, this comprehensive resource focuses on the emerging field of Inverse DEA-R, equipping readers with the necessary tools and knowledge to address a wide range of challenging data types. This book serves as an essential guide for making informed and efficient decisions, guiding researchers and graduate students in computer science, applied mathematics, industrial engineering, and finance, navigating the complexities of decision analysis in today's data-driven world.
Quantum Computing, 1e
Rajkumar Buyya, Sukhpal Singh GillElsevier
274 pages
ISBN: 9780443290961
July 2025
Quantum Computing: Principles and Paradigms covers a broad range of topics, providing a state-of-the-art and comprehensive reference for the rapid progress in the field of quantum computing and related technologies from major international companies (such as IBM, Google, Intel, Rigetti, Q-Control) and academic researchers. This book appeals to a broad readership, as it covers comprehensive topics in the field of quantum computing, including hardware, software, algorithms, and applications, with chapters written by both academic researchers and industry developers. This book presents readers with the fundamental concepts of quantum computing research, along with the challenges involved in developing practical devices and applications.
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Human Factors in Traffic Safety for Highway and Traffic Engineers, 1e
Alexei TsyganovElsevier
330 pages
ISBN: 9780443404276
July 2025
Human Factors in Traffic Safety for Highway and Traffic Engineers provides human factors principles and findings to allow nonexperts to consider the road users capabilities and limitations more effectively into the practice of design, operations, and safety. It provides data and insights on the needs, capabilities, and limitations of road users, including perception and effects of visual demands, cognition, and influence of expectations on driving behavior. It bridges the gap between human factors research and practical application, presenting complex psychological insights in an accessible manner. This book begins with Part 1 explaining the significance of the traffic safety problem and giving an overview of the importance of human factors in highway design and traffic engineering. Part 2 focuses on driver information perception and processing, including perception of depth and speed, drivers visual search, how road users search for information, and how mental and information load affects drivers performance. Part 3 provides results of investigations of traffic crash causation and reviews major driver errors. Part 4 then describes key principles of road users considerations during highway design and traffic operation. Finally, Part 5 focuses on safety analysis and assessment and describes in detail the existing methods to evaluate human factors during safety assessments. This is a valuable resource for professionals in highway and traffic engineering, researchers, policymakers, urban planners, and students to understand how human factors contribute to traffic incidents and how to mitigate these through design and operational strategies.
Handbook of Nature-Based Drought Solutions, 1e
Saeid Eslamian, Faezeh EslamianElsevier
800 pages
ISBN: 9780443299933
July 2025
Handbook of Nature-Based Drought Solutions covers the latest research on successful, sustainable solutions for the efficient water resources management to overcome the drought and water scarcity problems. The book centers around the realms of drought modeling green infrastructure planning, and the utilization of remote sensing to evaluate, dissect, and oversee drought occurrences. It delves into subjects such as risk mitigation, strategic planning, policy considerations, and the ecological restoration of degraded lands after drought. The use of case studies and novel methodologies including soft computing technique application will help the reader gain a deeper knowledge in understanding, predicting, and mitigating hydrometeorological hazards.
The Handbook of Dopamine, 1e
Stephanie J. Cragg, Mark WaltonElsevier
820 pages
ISBN: 9780443298677
July 2025
The Handbook of Dopamine captures current understanding of dopamine biology in the brain, including anatomical organization of dopamine neurons, their molecular and genetic diversity, synaptic and circuit connectivity, receptor function and signalling, through to diverse roles in behaviors and finally, dysfunction in disease. This volume compiles a comprehensive set of perspectives from a large number of leading scientists working in dopamine research. The volume describes the current state-of-the-field, summarizing knowledge that has been transformed in the last decade through the advent and application of sophisticated new technologies.
Plant-Based Milk Alternatives and Human Health, 1e
Hassan VatanparastElsevier
274 pages
ISBN: 9780443217142
July 2025
Plant-Based Milk Alternatives and Human Health: Current Trends, Nutrition, and Public Health Implications covers plant-based milk alternatives and their impact on human health and nutrition. The book includes information on global national dietary recommendations, consumption trends, and public health concerns, and draws economic and health comparisons between conventional dairy milk and plant-based milk alternatives. Additional topics included are the history and commercialization of plant-based milks, their role in ethical issues, their influence on social well-being, and their impact on agriculture, business, and economics. Finally, the authors present projections for the future role and impact of plant-based milk alternatives in a global setting. This reference will be of particular interest to researchers in nutrition, food and beverage science, and public health who focus on dairy milk and milk alternatives, beverage companies and product developers in the non-dairy milk space, as well as governmental organizations that provide health recommendations.
Evapotranspiration in Agro-Ecosystems and Forestry, 1e
Suat IrmakElsevier
260 pages
ISBN: 9780443216497
July 2025
Evapotranspiration in Agro-Ecosystems and Forestry: Spatio-temporal Applications presents the progress and advances made in terms of science and application of evaporation, transpiration, and evapotranspiration for various vegetation surfaces, water bodies, and bare soil under different soil and crop management (including different irrigation and tillage management) conditions. Sections on forest and wetlands evapotranspiration and grassland evaporative losses are included, as are the fundamentals of original Penman, Penman-Monteith, Shuttleworth-Wallace and ASCE-EWRI and FAO56 Penman-Monteith equations and their derivatives. The book is an excellent resource to better understand the progression and applications and dynamics of most recent evapotranspiration, evaporation and transpiration measurement and modeling technologies. Case studies will be provided in terms of how different technologies are currently deployed, how data are used for providing information and management decisions to the users.
100 Rare Tumors of the Digestive System, 1e
Xiaoyan LiaoElsevier
500 pages
ISBN: 9780443220616
July 2025
100 Rare Tumors of the Digestive System: A Case-Based Reference for Surgical Pathologists provides practicing surgical pathologists, gastroenterologists, oncologists, and surgeons with a comprehensive review on the clinical and pathologic features of rarely encountered neoplasms in the digestive system. The book uses a case-based format to cover typical clinical settings, including clinical history, symptoms, laboratory and radiographic findings, and representative histologic and immunologic pictures. This is the perfect reference for clinicians that would like to know more about updated terminology, histopathologic presentation, potential pathogenesis mechanisms, and treatment strategies for digestive disease entities. Scientists and researchers can also reference this book to find disease entities of interest, including pathogenesis, immunophenotype, and molecular findings. Multiple choice questioning is provided for readers to decide on the best diagnosis from a list of mimickers.
Computational Biomechanics of Human Joints, 1e
Abdelwahed Barkaoui, Moustafa Mesbah, Fatima Zahra MekraneElsevier
204 pages
ISBN: 9780443289750
July 2025
Computational Biomechanics of Human Joints delves into the intricate details of each joint, exploring anatomical, mechanical, pathological, and therapeutic aspects. The book offers a comprehensive understanding of joint biomechanics by dedicating each chapter to specific joints, detailing their anatomical structure, biomechanical mechanisms, associated diseases, and pathologies. It also covers treatments, surgical interventions, and imaging-based modeling alongside numerical simulation techniques using the finite element method. This approach provides readers with an innovative perspective on the technological advancements in joint biomechanics. In addition to exploring joint-specific details, the book discusses the advantages and limitations of modern techniques. Finally, the book emphasizes the potential for these methods to improve clinical decision-making, optimize personalized treatments, and design medical devices. The integration of advanced modeling and simulation techniques enhances the understanding of the complex mechanisms of joints, contributing significantly to both academic research and practical clinical applications.
Embracing the Complexity of Gender, 1e
Emily KeenerElsevier
302 pages
ISBN: 9780443364860
July 2025
Embracing the Complexity of Gender examines the heart of a modern gender revolution, exploring the dynamic and multifaceted nature of gender in contemporary society. Spurred by landmark events such as the legalization of same-sex marriage and the rise of transgender visibility, this revolution has ignited passionate debates and a heightened interest in understanding gender's complexities. From legal battles over all-gender bathrooms to corporate decisions challenging traditional gender norms, the discourse around gender has never been more vibrant or contentious. This book combines a developmental and intersectional feminist approach with accessible, engaging content. By including discussion questions and clear definitions of key terms, the book ensures that complex ideas are understandable for readers at all levels. Drawing on psychological evidence and theoretical perspectives, this book challenges the gender binary and emphasizes the importance of social justice and inclusion.
Depressive and Bipolar Disorders, 1e
Gustavo H. VazquezElsevier
294 pages
ISBN: 9780443335808
July 2025
Depressive and Bipolar Disorders: Diagnosis, Neurobiology and Therapeutic Innovations offers a comprehensive reference on affective disorders, providing clinical practitioners with invaluable insights into recognition, diagnosis, and treatment strategies. Dr. Vázquez meticulously examines the complexities of major depressive disorder and bipolar disorder, shedding light on the challenges of distinguishing between these conditions, particularly when manic or hypomanic episodes are not readily apparent. From historical perspectives to the latest DSM criteria, this book thoroughly examines depressive disorders and the variability in their clinical course. By highlighting mixed states and their implications for suicide risk, exploring the neurobiology and genetics underlying mood disorders, and discussing practical diagnostic tools and pharmacological interventions, this book equips readers with essential knowledge. Accessible language and comprehensive coverage make this an indispensable resource for healthcare professionals, offering insights that can profoundly impact individuals grappling with these challenging mental health conditions.
Integrated Planning for Sustainable Resilient Regions, 1e
Rui Alexandre CastanhoElsevier
278 pages
ISBN: 9780443265747
July 2025
Integrated Planning for Sustainable Resilient Regions explores the dynamic relationship between sustainable development and effective regional planning. With a focus on harmonizing the diverse elements of social equity, economic prosperity, and environmental conservation, this book offers a deep dive into the interplay among human activities, natural systems, and the landscapes they inhabit. Considering both theoretical foundations and real-world case studies, this book equips readers with the tools to navigate the complex challenges of our rapidly changing world. It examines how sustainable development goals can seamlessly integrate into regional planning initiatives, offering a roadmap for fostering resilient communities and landscapes. Through sustainability transitions, territorial dynamics, and community engagement techniques, this book offers fresh perspectives on urban planning, environmental science, and regional studies. This book resonates with a diverse audience, seeking to drive positive change through strategic and sustainable regional planning. From community engagement techniques to innovative policy frameworks, readers will find actionable guidance to transform theoretical concepts into practical and impactful development projects. By providing an essential bridge between theory and implementation, this book inspires meaningful conversations and actions that will shape the future of our regions, cities, and landscapes sustainably and harmoniously. From governments crafting policies that balance progress and environmental stewardship to architects and developers designing eco-conscious spaces, researchers, professionals, and students alike will find valuable information and practical tools to critically analyze the complex interactions among human activities, natural systems, and regional landscapes, fostering a holistic understanding of sustainable development within diverse regions.
Energy Efficiency in Critical Times, 1e
Romanus OsabohienElsevier
344 pages
ISBN: 9780443289491
July 2025
Energy Efficiency in Critical Times: Security, Economics, and Transition provides a holistic perspective on energy policy analysis and development from a global context, covering economic, security, and technological aspects. Sections focus on economic policy for energy systems, consider the impacts of policy for technological system advancement, such as vehicle electrification and renewable energy integration, demonstrate techniques for analysis of major events, including the huge ramifications of the COVID-19 pandemic and Russias 2022 invasion of Ukraine, and focus on energy trading across borders. Including cutting-edge analyses of recent crises and close assessment of needs specific to lower-income countries, this book provides researchers, policymakers, and students with an essential guide to energy policy for a secure and sustainable future.
Intelligent Urban Mobility, 1e
Muhammet DeveciElsevier
344 pages
ISBN: 9780443341601
July 2025
Intelligent Urban Mobility: Decision Support Systems for Sustainable Transportation explores the role of technology in enabling greener, more accessible transportation in cities worldwide. This book provides insights into leveraging decision support systems to drive positive change by focusing on applied soft computing techniques, artificial intelligence, and algorithms for fuzzy systems. Researchers and professionals will find actionable information on mitigating congestion and emissions through sustainable mobility initiatives, which bridges the gap between theory and real-world practice. The book also offers technical guidance and expert perspectives on the application of decision support systems to evaluate and optimize planning for sustainable transit options. The book highlights innovative models and frameworks for analyzing mobility options and planning sustainable transport systems. It is an essential resource for researchers, graduate students, and professionals in transportation, urban planning, civil engineering, and decision sciences who aim to redesign city transportation to reduce environmental impact and carbon emissions.
Smart City Code, 1e
Luca Mora, Paolo Gerli, Dominik Beckers, Sara Thabit, Francesco TonnarelliElsevier
264 pages
ISBN: 9780443134029
July 2025
Smart City Code: Governance Handbook for Digital Transformation Managers in the Public Sector explores how to govern the planning, implementation, and maintenance operations in smart city projects and transitions, and the urban digitalization processes that may potentially trigger. It provides readers with the evidence-based knowledge they need to approach the complexity of smart city governance, responding to the United Nations call for more advanced strategic and technical support on urban digital transformations to national, regional, and local governments. The book uses a comprehensive framework that details what configuration of multi-level components should be considered in the governance of smart city transitions.
Smart Infrastructure Management, 1e
Shi Qiu, Qasim Zaheer, Jin Wang, Chengbo AiElsevier
416 pages
ISBN: 9780443340178
July 2025
People and businesses rely on transportation networks every day, but what happens when critical assets fail unexpectedly or pollute our environment? Smart Infrastructure Management provides an interdisciplinary exploration of this intricate and dynamic landscape, enriching the theoretical and practical understanding of state-of-the-art technologies that can productively support various stakeholders in the decision-making process throughout the entire lifecycle of infrastructure projects. The volume examines the evolutionary trajectory, inherent challenges, and pivotal methodologies of modern infrastructure management, with a narrative that spans several domains to coordinate a fully integrated approach. Key topics include data collection and sensors, spatial modeling and simulation tools, asset management, preventative or predictive maintenance measures, computational techniques, cybersecurity, and decision support systems. The transformative impact of smart cities is also explored, emphasizing their role in enhancing infrastructure capabilities. With real-world case studies systematically featured to illustrate successful implementations and valuable lessons learned, this investigation appeals not only to researchers and students but also to professionals across diverse fields, ensuring that effective strategies are integrated into industry practices, which are essential for improving infrastructure capabilities in line with societys ever-changing needs.
Technological Innovations and Industry 5.0, 1e
Jyri Vilko, Sajid Nazir, Mahmood Ali, Marko TorkkeliElsevier
282 pages
ISBN: 9780443338137
July 2025
Technological Innovations and Industry 5.0: A Supply Chain Perspective provides a complete review of Industry 5.0, its guiding principles, and its possible effects on supply chains. Examining the difficulties and possibilities presented by the incorporation of cutting-edge technologies into supply chain management, it guides the reader through decision making to application. Robotics, artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, and data analytics are increasingly changing how supply chains operate. This book presents the core ideas and potential impacts on, and risks to, supply chain structure. It includes analysis of the latest research as well as providing a sound understanding of relevant techniques and modeling for real-world advances. Evaluation approaches of decision support frameworks for circularity, sustainability, and supply chain performance are also included. This book is an invaluable resource for anyone seeking alternative solutions to address supply chain issues and meet sustainability and customer demands by leveraging advancements in technology.
Adapting to Urban Heat:, 1e
Carmen Galán Marín, Emanuele Naboni, Carlos Rivera Gómez, Mattheos SantamourisElsevier
250 pages
ISBN: 9780443289774
July 2025
Adapting to Urban Heat: Strategies and Tools for Resilience in Low Carbon Cities provides a comprehensive and rigorous examination of the issues associated with adapting to climate change and building urban resilience. The book's editors have gathered an impressive team of authors to examine the implications of urban heat, tools for decoding and coding urban heat, and design strategies for adapting to urban heat. Sections explore the issue from a variety of interdisciplinary perspectives, encompassing environmental engineering, climate change, ecology, data science, and architectural design. This reference is an essential resource for researchers and practitioners working in environmental science and climate change who are interested in building more resilient and sustainable cities.
Anti-Prostate Cancer Agents, 1e
Qiao-Hong ChenElsevier
438 pages
ISBN: 9780443235856
July 2025
Anti-Prostate Cancer Agents walks the readers through the anti-prostate cancer drug development pipeline from early discovery/design to clinical studies/applications. This book covers discovery/design, synthetic studies, preclinical evaluation, mechanism of action, structure-activity relationships, clinical studies/applications of anti-prostate cancer agents. This book provides insight on how the design and discovery process of anti-prostate cancer agents have evolved from androgen deprivation therapy to current androgen receptor antagonists/degraders. So far, no book focusing on the topic has been published.
Machine Learning in Geohazard Risk Prediction and Assessment, 1e
Biswajeet Pradhan, Daichao Sheng, Xuzhen HeElsevier
376 pages
ISBN: 9780443236631
July 2025
Machine Learning in Geohazard Risk Prediction and Assessment: From Microscale Analysis to Regional Mapping presents an overview of the most recent developments in machine learning techniques that have reshaped our understanding of geo-materials and management protocols of geo-risk. The book covers a broad category of research on machine-learning techniques that can be applied, from microscopic modeling to constitutive modeling, to physics-based numerical modeling, to regional susceptibility mapping. This is a good reference for researchers, academicians, graduate and undergraduate students, professionals, and practitioners in the field of geotechnical engineering and applied geology.
Nonequilibrium Thermodynamics, 5e
Yasar Demirel, Vincent GerbaudElsevier
994 pages
ISBN: 9780443221491
July 2025
This fully updated and revised fifth edition of Nonequilibrium Thermodynamics: Transport and Rate Processes in Physical, Chemical, and Biological Systems emphasizes the unifying role of thermodynamics and their use in transport processes and chemical reactions in physical, chemical, and biological systems. This reorganized new edition provides thermodynamical approaches for foundational understanding of natural phenomena with multiscale chemical, physical, and biological systems, consisting of interactive processes leading to self-organized dissipative structures, fluctuations, and instabilities. This edition also emphasizes thermodynamic approaches, tools, and techniques, including energy analysis, process intensification, and artificial intelligence, for undertaking sustainable engineering. This book will be an excellent resource for graduate students and researchers in the fields of engineering, chemistry, physics, energy, biotechnology, and biology, as well as those whose work involves understanding the evolution of nonequilibrium systems, information theory, stochastic processes, and sustainable engineering. This may also be useful to professionals working in irreversibility, dissipative structures, process exergy analysis and thermoeconomics, digitalization in manufacturing, and data processing.
Numerical Linear Algebra with Applications, 2e
William Ford, David StapletonElsevier
678 pages
ISBN: 9780443134760
July 2025
Numerical Linear Algebra with Applications: Using MATLAB and Octave, Second Edition provides practical knowledge on modern computational techniques for the numerical solution of linear algebra problems. The book offers a unified presentation of computation, basic algorithm analysis, and numerical methods to compute solutions. Useful to readers regardless of background, the text begins with six introductory courses to provide background for those who havent taken applied or theoretical linear algebra. This approach offers a thorough explanation of the issues and methods for practical computing using MATLAB as the vehicle for computation. Appropriate for advanced undergraduate and early graduate courses on numerical linear algebra, this useful textbook explores numerous applications to engineering and science.
Synoptic Analysis and Forecasting, 2e
Shawn MilradElsevier
254 pages
ISBN: 9780443335464
July 2025
Synoptic Analysis and Forecasting: An Introductory Toolkit, Second Edition provides a bridge between early meteorology courses and more advanced courses in synoptic-dynamic analysis. This valuable reference also imparts qualitative weather analysis and forecasting tools and techniques to researchers and practitioners who require deeper foundational knowledge of weather forecasting. Sections introduce readers to surface weather instrumentation, observations, and plots, radiosondes and upper-air charts, a process-based guide to understanding the motion and intensity of cyclones, anticyclones, fronts, and the diagnosis of vertical motion and associated large-scale weather conditions. After learning about the applications of modern satellite and radar imagery to synoptic analysis and forecasting, readers are provided a complete three-dimensional picture of the troposphere through thermodynamic diagram and sounding analysis techniques. This invaluable resource offers strong support for building qualitative weather observation, analysis, and forecasting skills.
The Science of Tequila, 1e
Anne Gschaedler Mathis, Melchor Arellano Plaza, Manuel Kirchmayr, Enrique J. Herrera-LópezElsevier
386 pages
ISBN: 9780443291005
July 2025
The Science of Tequila is the first English language book published on Tequila production. The book contextualizes tequila with historical, social, and cultural information, covering the cultivation of the Agave tequilana plant, the stages of the tequila production process, and the characterization of the final product. Finally, the management of tequila by-products are covered, including their sustainable uses and potential as biofuels. This book will be of interest to beverage scientists interested in the distillation and fermentation of alcoholic beverages, plant scientists interested in the agave plant, and engineers in the alcoholic beverages, biorefinery, vinasses, and waste treatment industries. R&D departments at beverage companies interested in producing tequila or mezcal will also benefit from this reference.
The Sustainable Food Choice, 1e
Valentina CarforaElsevier
400 pages
ISBN: 9780443331404
July 2025
The Sustainable Food Choice: An Interdisciplinary Approach to Consumer Food Behaviour explores the intricate relationship between individual preferences, societal norms, and global challenges in the pursuit of sustainable eating habits. Featuring contributions from experts across various fields, the book delves into the nutritional, social, and psychological foundations of food choices, the influence of technology and innovation, and the role of policy in guiding consumer behavior. Through comprehensive analysis and case studies, it offers a roadmap for promoting environmentally friendly and health-conscious food consumption patterns. The book is structured into three sections, with each part focusing on unique aspects of sustainable eating. Highlights include chapters on psychological predictors of food choices, the impact of political attitudes, mindfulness in eating, front-of-package labeling, and smartphone interventions. It provides a holistic understanding of how science, mindfulness, and technology can be leveraged to encourage sustainable food choices.
Advanced Nanomaterials in Biomedical Implants: Processing, Structures, Properties and, Applications, 1e
Ajit Behera, Jayanta Kumar PatraElsevier
524 pages
ISBN: 9780443273780
July 2025
Advanced Materials in Bioimplants: Processing and Applications thoroughly reviews the core concepts, processing routes, and applications of nanomaterials in bioimplants. Divided into three sections, this book systematically guides the reader through each stage of bioimplant materials development, helping them make informed decisions when selecting appropriate materials for their work. A range of implant nanomaterials is considered including smart, piezoelectric, magnetostrictive, and light nanomaterials. Various fabrication and synthesis techniques are detailed, as well as key applications as antiviral smart nanocoatings, loadbearing, flexible, wear-resistant nanomaterials, and futuristic bioimplants. This book acts as a reference to the researchers and practitioners in the fields of nanotechnology, biomedical engineering, and biosciences.
Binding Materials for Sustainable Construction, 1e
Nakshatra Bahadur Singh, Raju Goyal, Bernhard MiddendorfElsevier
926 pages
ISBN: 9780443265662
July 2025
Binding Materials for Sustainable Construction brings together a wealth of research-driven knowledge focused on innovative ways to develop and use environmentally friendly binders as alternative replacements for Portland cement in the production of concrete and mortar. The volume includes comprehensive coverage of the latest and most impactful developments and applications of concrete mixes obtained with geopolymers, bio-based materials, chemical and mineral admixtures, nanomaterials, and waste, along with discussions on properties, testing techniques, carbon footprint minimization, and the marked effects of artificial intelligence and machine learning to revolutionize the industry, without skirting considerations related to costs versus environmental viability, quality, safety controls, and much more. To contribute to the in-depth investigations into such a variety of technically and ecologically efficient binding materials, the editors have selected experts from educational institutions, research organizations, and manufacturing companies across the globe in a conscious effort to add diversity to the content and points of view on the subject matter, and also to unambiguously prove the interest that both academic and industry communities worldwide show in driving forward endeavors related to sustainable development.
Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology, 15e
John E. Hall, Michael E. HallElsevier
1200 pages
ISBN: 9780443111013
July 2025
**Selected for 2025 Doodys Core Titles® with "Essential Purchase" designation in Physiology** A favorite text of physiology students worldwide, Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology delivers the complex knowledge you need to master in a distinctive, easy-to-digest format . The fifteenth Edition of this bestselling text is fully up to date and provides clear, comprehensive coverage of the content most relevant to clinical and pre-clinical students . The unique format ensures maximum learning and retention of complex concepts: a larger font size emphasizes core information, while supporting information is detailed in a smaller font and highlighted in pale blue—making it easy to quickly skim the essential text or pursue more in-depth study.