Because We Must
Tracy Youngblom
- Format: Paperback
- ISBN: 9781625348524
- Publication Date: Mar 2025
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Ending the Nuclear Arms Race
Frank N. von Hippel
- Format: Hardback
- ISBN: 9781962551588
- Publication Date: Dec 2024
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Digital Twins for Sustainable Healthcare in the Metaverse
Rajmohan R.
Digital transformation has brought about both unprecedented opportunities and complex challenges in the landscape of healthcare. As healthcare systems strive to meet the growing demands of an aging population and rising healthcare costs, they are confronted with issues of inefficiency, fragmented care delivery, and limited access to quality services. Moreover, the global COVID-19 pandemic has further exacerbated these challenges, highlighting the urgent need for innovative solutions to enhance healthcare delivery and sustainability. Digital Twins for Sustainable Healthcare in the Metaverse emerges as a solution to these pressing challenges, offering a forward-thinking approach to revolutionize healthcare delivery. By exploring the integration of digital twin (DT) technology with the consumer health metaverse (MCH), alongside artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and other cutting-edge innovations, this book provides a roadmap for transforming healthcare systems and processes. From enhancing data management and visualization techniques to leveraging blockchain technology for data privacy, each chapter offers actionable insights to address the complexities of modern healthcare delivery.
- Format: Hardback
- ISBN: 9798369341995
- Publication Date: Nov 2024
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The Life and Death of Ryan White
Paul M. Renfro
- Format: Hardback
- ISBN: 9781469680842
- Publication Date: Nov 2024
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The Politics of Social, Ecological, and Structural Determinants of Health in Canada
Elizabeth McGibbon
- Format: Paperback
- ISBN: 9781773384443
- Publication Date: Oct 2024
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Our Connected Lives
Fazlur Rahman
One of the first full-time oncologists in West Texas reflects on a life of service to his patients.
- Format: Paperback
- ISBN: 9781682832233
- Publication Date: Oct 2024
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A Life Cut Short at the Little Big Horn
Todd E. Harburn
A portrait of a singular figure in the milieu of the American military’s nineteenth-century medical elite, A Life Cut Short at the Little Big Horn offers a close look at a familiar chapter in U.S. history, and a reminder of the humanity lost in a battle that resonates to this day.
- Format: Paperback
- ISBN: 9780806194844
- Publication Date: Oct 2024
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Advancing Medical Research Through Neuroscience
Sandeep Kumar Mathivanan
In the field of medical research, scholars must leverage the latest advancements in neuroscience to revolutionize healthcare outcomes. This book offers a compelling exploration into the dynamic intersection of neuroscience and medical science, presenting a comprehensive guide to the latest advancements shaping healthcare. Delving deep into the intricate workings of the brain and nervous system, this book provides a foundational understanding of neuroscience principles, setting the stage for groundbreaking insights into medical breakthroughs. From unraveling the mysteries of neurological disorders to harnessing the brain's remarkable ability to heal itself through neuroplasticity, each chapter within Advancing Medical Research Through Neuroscience explores specific aspect of neuroscience's impact on medical research. Cutting-edge technologies such as functional MRI and optogenetics are examined alongside innovative treatment strategies for conditions ranging from addiction to neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. Whether you're a student, researcher, or healthcare professional, this book serves as an indispensable resource, inspiring collaboration and innovation to drive progress in healthcare and improve patient outcomes.
- Format: Hardback
- ISBN: 9798369354643
- Publication Date: Oct 2024
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The Angry Genie
Karl Z. Morgan
A deeply humane and religious scientist, Morgan regards his own role, in meeting the challenges presented by the "angry genie" of nuclear energy, with the same unblinking eye he focuses on government, the military, and the nuclear industry. He tells harrowing tales of radiation accidents and near-disasters, and shows the actual and potential consequences of the clumsiness, recklessness, and carelessness of fallible human beings.
- Format: Paperback
- ISBN: 9780806194882
- Publication Date: Oct 2024
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Nutrition Controversies and Advances in Autoimmune Disease
Srikanta Patnaik
Understanding the complex interplay between food safety, nutrition, bioscience, and data algorithms is crucial for effectively managing autoimmune diseases. However, the current literature often needs a comprehensive resource that integrates these disciplines, leaving researchers, clinicians, and industry professionals needing a clearer understanding of how to apply these concepts in practice. This gap in knowledge hinders the development of personalized nutrition plans and precision health interventions, ultimately limiting the effectiveness of autoimmune disease management strategies. Nutrition Controversies and Advances in Autoimmune Disease brings to the table more than a mere theoretical guide. It offers practical applications and case studies that bring to life the latest research and developments in the fields of food safety, nutrition, bioscience, and data algorithms. By integrating these disciplines, the book provides readers with the knowledge and tools to develop personalized nutrition plans and implement precision health interventions for autoimmune diseases, making it a valuable resource for anyone in the field.
- Format: Paperback
- ISBN: 9798369355299
- Publication Date: Sep 2024
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Healthcare Administration and Managerial Training in the 21st Century
Vijit Chaturvedi
Navigating technological advancements, policy reforms, and evolving patient needs poses significant challenges in the complex realm of healthcare management. Traditional training approaches often need to improve healthcare leaders' skills to manage these complexities effectively. This gap between the demands of healthcare administration and the skills of its leaders is a pressing issue facing the industry today. Healthcare Administration and Managerial Training in the 21st Century offers a comprehensive solution by gathering insights, research, and case studies from experts in healthcare administration and managerial training. It serves as a vital resource for understanding the intricacies of healthcare management, the effectiveness of different training methods, and the practical applications of theoretical knowledge. By synthesizing the latest research and practical approaches, the book aims to bridge the gap between traditional training and the demands of modern healthcare leadership.
- Format: Hardback
- ISBN: 9798369355237
- Publication Date: Sep 2024
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Strategic Investment for Health System Resilience
Feng Zhao
- Format: Paperback
- ISBN: 9781464821165
- Publication Date: Jul 2024
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Exploring the Advancements and Future Directions of Digital Twins in Healthcare 6.0
Archi Dubey
The healthcare industry is increasingly complex, demanding personalized treatments and efficient operational processes. Traditional research methods need help to keep pace with these demands, often leading to inefficiencies and suboptimal outcomes. Integrating digital twin technology presents a promising solution to these challenges, offering a virtual platform for modeling and simulating complex healthcare scenarios. However, the full potential of digital twins still needs to be explored mainly due to a lack of comprehensive guidance and practical insights for researchers and practitioners. Exploring the Advancements and Future Directions of Digital Twins in Healthcare 6.0 is not just a theoretical exploration. It is a practical guide that bridges the gap between theory and practice, offering real-world case studies, best practices, and insights into personalized medicine, real-time patient monitoring, and healthcare process optimization. By equipping you with the knowledge and tools needed to effectively integrate digital twins into your healthcare research and operations, this book is a valuable resource for researchers, academicians, medical practitioners, scientists, and students.
- Imprint: Medical Information Science Reference
- Format: Hardback
- ISBN: 9798369358931
- Publication Date: Jul 2024
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Something Spectacular
Howard A. Tanner
As the new chief of the Michigan Department of Conservation’s Fish Division in 1964, Howard A. Tanner was challenged to “do something . . . spectacular.” He met that challenge by leading the successful introduction of coho salmon into the Michigan waters of the Great Lakes. This volume provides an engaging history of this feat from the perspective of an ultimate insider.
- Format: Paperback
- ISBN: 9781611865059
- Publication Date: Jul 2024
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Technology in Healthcare
Brian Pickering
This book captures the learnings from the BigMedilytics project. The project aimed to transform Europe’s healthcare sector by using state-of-the-art Big Data technologies to achieve breakthrough productivity in the sector by reducing cost, improving patient outcomes, and delivering better access to healthcare facilities.
- Format: Hardback
- ISBN: 9781638282365
- Publication Date: Jun 2024
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Mental Health Issues of Child Maltreatment: Contemporary Strategies
Paul Thomas Clements
- Format: Paperback
- ISBN: 9781953119261
- Publication Date: Jun 2024
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Data-Driven Insights for Healthcare and Biotechnology
Bhardwaj
In the current era, the healthcare and biotechnology domains face unprecedented challenges. The vast sea of generated data still needs to be tapped, preventing realizing its full potential. Traditional approaches need to be more robust in harnessing the information available, leading to inefficiencies in diagnostics, patient care, drug discovery, and public health interventions. Moreover, ethical concerns loom large, demanding a paradigm shift towards responsible and ethical data practices. Through advanced analytics, machine learning, and artificial intelligence, Data-Driven Insights for Healthcare and Biotechnology pioneers a comprehensive understanding of data science's pivotal role in healthcare and biotechnology. Exploring the foundations of data science, illuminating the fundamentals of analytics, data collection techniques, and statistical inference in medical research, this book then transitions into the practical applications of data science in healthcare, delving into electronic health records, predictive analytics, natural language processing, and wearable technologies for remote patient monitoring. A particular emphasis is placed on predictive modeling in disease diagnosis, presenting case studies that showcase the real-world applications of machine learning in early disease detection. Genomics and personalized medicine are thoroughly explored, covering the analysis and interpretation of genomic data, pharmacogenomics, and ethical considerations in genomic data privacy and security. The narrative then transitions to data science's crucial role in drug discovery and development, providing insights into high-throughput screening, data integration, clinical trials, and computational modeling. This book is ideal for data scientists, healthcare professionals, researchers, industry practitioners, policymakers, and students.
- Format: Hardback
- ISBN: 9798369317303
- Publication Date: Jun 2024
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Distribution and Treatment of Infectious Diseases
Hamdar
In our interconnected world, infectious diseases pose an ever-increasing threat, transforming boundaries and affecting both developed and developing nations. While developed countries benefit from advanced healthcare systems, the rise of antibiotic-resistant infections, an aging population, and global travel challenges persist. Simultaneously, developing nations face a more significant burden due to limited healthcare infrastructure, poverty, and the prevalence of tropical diseases. The lack of access to clean water, sanitation, and vaccines further compounds the challenges, creating a complex tapestry of infectious disease dynamics. Distribution and Treatment of Infectious Diseases: Challenges for Developed and Developing Nations is a comprehensive book, a beacon of knowledge, and a catalyst for change; it brings together esteemed scholars to form a collective of effort and knowledge sharing to unravel the intricacies of infectious diseases. By addressing topics ranging from the basics of infection to the specific challenges faced by developed and developing nations, the book offers a comprehensive understanding of the global situation. Beyond a mere analysis, this book presents actionable strategies and fosters international cooperation to combat the socio-economic factors, misinformation, and barriers to effective treatment.
- Format: Hardback
- ISBN: 9798369319901
- Publication Date: Jun 2024
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Unmasked
Emily Mendenhall
What happens when policy fails in a small, Midwestern tourist town during a pandemic?
- Format: Paperback
- ISBN: 9780826504517
- Publication Date: Jun 2024
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Ka Māno Wai
Noreen K. Mokuau
- Format: Hardback
- ISBN: 9780824893644
- Publication Date: Jun 2024
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