Download or read book Microfluidics and Nanofluidics Handbook 2 Volume Set written by Sushanta K. Mitra and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2011-09-20 with total page 1767 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive, two-volume handbook on Microfluidics and Nanofluidics, this text covers fundamental aspects, fabrication techniques, introductory materials on microbiology and chemistry, measurement techniques, and applications with special emphasis on the energy sector. Each chapter begins with introductory coverage to a subject and then narrows in on advanced techniques and concepts, thus making it valuable to students and practitioners. The author pays special attention to applications of microfluidics in the energy sector and provides insight into the world of opportunities nanotechnology has to offer. Figures, tables, and equations to illustrate concepts.

Download or read book Applications of Multifunctional Nanomaterials written by Sabu Thomas and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2023-03-30 with total page 834 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Applications of Multifunctional Nanomaterials showcases the major applications of highly correlated nanosystems that highlight the multifunctionality of nanomaterials. This includes applications of nanomaterials in spintronics, information storage, magnetic data storage and memory device applications, energy harvesting applications using nanomultiferroics with piezoelectric polymers, nonlinear optical limiting applications using graphene or ferrite nanoparticles, soft tissues applications, EMI shielding applications and even applications in sunscreen lotions, cosmetics and food packaging will be discussed. In addition, nanoparticle incorporation in animal nutrition intended for increased productivity is an innovative and groundbreaking theme of the book. Finally, functionalized magnetic nanoparticles for drug delivery, magnetic hyperthermia, sutures, cancer therapy, dentistry and other biomedical and bio-engineering applications using nanoparticles are discussed in detail. - Explains the major design and fabrication techniques and processes for a range of multifunctional nanomaterials and nanotechnologies - Demonstrates how ferromagnetics, multiferroics and carbon nanomaterials are designed for electronic and optical applications - Assesses the major challenges of using multifunctional nanomaterials on a mass scale

Download or read book Silicon Carbide Technology for Advanced Human Healthcare Applications written by Stephen E. Saddow and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2022-07-13 with total page 370 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: After over two decades of focused research and development, silicon carbide (SiC) is now ready for use in the healthcare sector and Silicon Carbide Technology for Advanced Human Healthcare Applications provides an up-to-date assessment of SiC devices for long-term human use. It explores a plethora of applications that SiC is uniquely positioned for in human healthcare, beginning with the three primary areas of technology which are closest to human trials and thus adoption in the healthcare industry: neural implants and spinal cord repair, graphene and biosensors, and finally deep tissue cancer therapy using SiC nanotechnology. Biomedical-inspired engineers, scientists, and healthcare professionals will find this book to be very useful in two ways: (I) as a guide to new ways to design and develop advanced medical devices and (II) as a reference for new developments in the field. The book's intent is to stimulate ideas for further technological enhancements and breakthroughs, which will provide alternative solutions for human healthcare applications. - Discusses the utilization of SiC materials for biomedical applications - Provides a logical pathway to understand why SiC is ideal for several critical applications, in particular for long-term implantable devices, and will serve as a guide to new ways to design and develop advanced medical devices - Serves as a reference for new developments in the field and as a technology resource for medical doctors and practitioners looking to identify and implement advanced engineering solutions to everyday medical challenges that currently lack long-term, cost-effective solutions

Download or read book Microfluidics and Nanofluidics Handbook written by Sushanta K. Mitra and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2016-04-19 with total page 644 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This comprehensive handbook presents fundamental aspects, fabrication techniques, introductory materials on microbiology and chemistry, measurement techniques, and applications of microfluidics and nanofluidics. The second volume focuses on topics related to experimental and numerical methods. It also covers fabrication and applications in a variety of areas, from aerospace to biological systems. Reflecting the inherent nature of microfluidics and nanofluidics, the book includes as much interdisciplinary knowledge as possible. It provides the fundamental science background for newcomers and advanced techniques and concepts for experienced researchers and professionals.

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Download or read book Electrospun Nanofibers written by Ashok Vaseashta and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2022-07-14 with total page 769 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book presents the development of electrospun materials, fundamental principles of electrospinning process, controlling parameters, electrospinning strategies, and electrospun nanofibrous structures with specific properties for applications in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine, textile, water treatment, sensor, and energy fields. This book can broadly be divided into three parts: the first comprises basic principles of electrospinning process, general requirements of electrospun materials and advancement in electrospinning technology, the second part describes the applications of electrospun materials in different fields and future prospects, while the third part describes applications that can be used in advanced manufacturing based on conjoining electrospinning and 3D printing. Electrospinning is the most successful process for producing functional nanofibers and nanofibrous membranes with superior chemical and physical properties. The unique properties of electrospun materials including high surface to volume ratio, flexibility, high mechanical strength, high porosity, and adjustable nanofiber and pore size distribution make them potential candidates in a wide range of applications in biomedical and engineering areas. Electrospinning is becoming more efficient and more specialized in order to produce particular fiber types with tunable diameter and morphology, tunable characteristics, having specific patterns and 3D structures. With a strong focus on fundamental materials science and engineering, this book provides systematic and comprehensive coverage of the recent developments and novel perspectives of electrospun materials. This comprehensive book includes chapters that discuss the latest and emerging applications of nanofiber technology in various fields, specifically in areas such as wearable textile, biomedical applications, energy generation and storage, water treatment and environmental remediation, and sensors such as biomarkers in healthcare and biomedical engineering. Despite all these advancements, there are still challenges to be addressed and overcome for nanofiber technology to move towards maturation.

Download or read book Multifunctional Magnetic Nanoparticles in Therapy Biology and Pharmacy written by Elyor Berdimurodov and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2024-11-19 with total page 390 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This definitive guide provides readers with an overview of multifunctional nanoparticles, delving into their novel synthesis methods, unique properties, and diverse applications in therapy, biology, and pharmacy. It also explores techniques for synthesizing magnetic nanoparticles and explains how to tailor nanoparticles with desired traits. Multifunctional Magnetic Nanoparticles in Therapy, Biology, and Pharmacy: Synthesis, Fundamentals and Applications, explores established and emerging techniques for synthesizing magnetic nanoparticles, enabling readers to understand how to tailor-make nanoparticles with desired traits. Beginning with fundamentals, leading experts delve into topics like recent trends in nanoparticle fabrication, magnetic properties, drug delivery systems, imaging, sensing, separation techniques, toxicity mitigation, and commercial applications. The book showcases the transformative impact and future possibilities of multifunctional magnetic nanoparticles in therapy, biology, and pharmacy. It elucidates the fundamentals behind their magnetic properties and interactions, empowering the development of innovative applications. Detailed chapters highlight their utilization in hyperthermia, cancer therapies, separation and detection of biological molecules and cells, as biocatalysts and in bionanotechnology, antimicrobial agents, sensors, and more. This book is written primarily for scientists, researchers, and engineers working in the fields of nanotechnology, materials science, biomedical engineering, and pharmaceutical sciences. The book covers core principles as well as practical applications, which makes it a valuable textbook or training resource across academic and professional settings in this field.

Download or read book Bio Nanomedicine for Cancer Therapy written by Flavia Fontana and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2021-02-04 with total page 358 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book covers the latest developments in biologically-inspired and derived nanomedicine for cancer therapy. The purpose of the book is to illustrate the significance of naturally-mimicking systems for enhancing the dose delivered to the tumor, to improve stability, and prolong the circulation time. Moreover, readers are presented with advanced materials such as adjuvants for immunostimulation in cancer vaccines. The book also provides a comprehensive overview of the current status of academic research. This is an ideal book for students, researchers, and professors working in nanotechnology, cancer, targeted drug delivery, controlled drug release, materials science, and biomaterials as well as companies developing cancer immunotherapy.

Download or read book 3D Printed Microfluidic Devices written by Savas Tasoglu and published by MDPI. This book was released on 2019-01-10 with total page 213 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a printed edition of the Special Issue "3D Printed Microfluidic Devices" that was published in Micromachines

Download or read book Biosensor Based Advanced Cancer Diagnostics written by Raju Khan and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2021-08-25 with total page 439 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Early diagnosis of cancer and other non-oncological disorders gives a significant advantage for curing the disease and improving patient's life expectancy. Recent advances in biosensor-based techniques which are designed for specific biomarkers can be exploited for early diagnosis of diseases. Biosensor Based Advanced Cancer Diagnostics covers all available biosensor-based approaches and comprehensive technologies; along with their application in diagnosis, prognosis and therapeutic management of various oncological disorders. Besides this, current challenges and future aspects of these diagnostic approaches have also been discussed. This book offers a view of recent advances and is also helpful for designing new biosensor-based technologies in the field of medical science, engineering and biomedical technology. Biosensor Based Advanced Cancer Diagnostics helps biomedical engineers, researchers, molecular biologists, oncologists and clinicians with the development of point of care devices for disease diagnostics and prognostics. It also provides information on developing user friendly, sensitive, stable, accurate, low cost and minimally invasive modalities which can be adopted from lab to clinics. This book covers in-depth knowledge of disease biomarkers that can be exploited for designing and development of a range of biosensors. The editors have summarized the potential cancer biomarkers and methodology for their detection, plus transferring the developed system to clinical application by miniaturization and required integration with microfluidic systems. - Covers design and development of advanced platforms for rapid diagnosis of cancerous biomarkers - Takes a multidisciplinary approach to sensitive transducers development, nano-enabled advanced imaging, miniaturized analytical systems, and device packaging for point-of-care applications - Offers an insight into how to develop cost-effective diagnostics for early detection of cancer

Download or read book Micro Nanofluidics and Lab on Chip Based Emerging Technologies for Biomedical and Translational Research Applications Part A written by and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2022-01-13 with total page 328 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Micro/Nanofluidics and Lab-on-Chip Based Emerging Technologies for Biomedical and Translational Research Applications, Volume 185, Part A represents the collation of chapters written by eminent scientists worldwide. Chapters in this updated release include An introduction to microfluidics and their applications, Design and fabrication of Micro/Nanofluidics devices and systems, Detection and separation of proteins using Micro/Nanofluidics devices, Micro/Nanofluidics devices for DNA/RNA detection and separation, Paper based microfluidics a forecast towards the most affordable and rapid point-of-care devices, Paper based micro/Nanofluidics devices for biomedical applications, Advances of Microfluidics Devices and their Applications in Personalized Medicine, and much more. Additional chapters cover Microfluidics for single cell analysis, Fluorescence Based Miniaturized Microfluidic and Nanofluidic Systems for Biomedical Applications, Active Matter Dynamics in Confined Microfluidic Environments, Challenges and opportunities in micro/nanofluidics and lab-on-a-chip, and Paper-microfluidic signal-enhanced immunoassays. - Offers basic understanding of the state-of-the-art design and fabrication of microfluidics/ nanofluidics and lab-on-chip - Explains how to develop microfluidics/nanofluidics for biomedical application such as high throughout biological screening and separation - Discusses the applications, challenges and opportunities in biomedical and translational research applications of microfluidics/nanofluidics

Download or read book Recent Advances in Cancer Diagnostics and Therapy written by Anjana Pandey and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2022-01-18 with total page 233 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides information about different types and stages of cancer and their subtypes with their respective molecular mechanisms, etiology, histopathology, and cellular origins. This book also provides detailed information about cancer incidence, mortality, and different types of technologies both bio and nano employed in cancer diagnosis and screening, and their applications in cancer therapies. This book informs readers about molecular mechanisms of cancer, diagnosis, and therapies along with different computational techniques used on a single platform. The chapters include a broad and integrated perspective on cancer-related topics. This book covers both conventional and emerging techniques employed in cancer screening and diagnosis, including imaging, biomarker, and electrochemical nanosensor-based approaches with detailed information on sensor development. Similarly, this book also covers the mechanisms of different conventional and emerging herbal and nano therapies used in cancer treatment. The authors discuss applications of different computational and mathematical tools, such as machine-learning methods, that can be employed in cancer diagnosis and therapy at the level of personalized medicine. Features: Offers an integrated approach to provide information about all aspects of cancer biology, diagnosis, and therapy Focuses on both conventional and emerging tools/techniques applicable in cancer screening and diagnosis Covers the mechanisms of conventional and emerging anticancer drugs and therapies Provides insights about a personalized medicine-based approach in cancer diagnosis and therapy This book is essential for university students, course lecturers, researchers, and industrialists working in the fields of cancer biology, medicine, and pharmacology.

Download or read book Targeted Cancer Therapy in Biomedical Engineering written by Rishabha Malviya and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2023-04-11 with total page 949 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book highlights the role of Biomedical Engineering (BME) used in diagnosis (e.g., body scanners) and treatment (radiation therapy and minimal access surgery in order to prevent various diseases). In recent years, an important progress has been made in the expansion of biomedical microdevices which has a major role in diagnosis and therapy of cancer. When fighting cancer, efficacy and speed are of the utmost importance. A recently developed microfluidic chip has enabled a breakthrough in testing the efficacy of specialized cancer drugs. Effective cancer-targeting therapies will require both passive and active targeting strategies and a thorough understanding of physiologic barriers to targeted drug delivery. Targeted cancer treatments in development and the new combinatorial approaches show promise for improving targeted anticancer drug delivery and improving treatment outcomes. This book discusses the advancements and innovations in the field of BME that improve the diagnosis and treatment of cancer. This book is focused on bioengineering approaches to improve targeted delivery for cancer therapeutics, which include particles, targeting moieties, and stimuli-responsive drug release mechanisms. This book is a useful resource for students, researchers, and professionals in BME and medicine.

Download or read book Electrofluidodynamic Technologies EFDTs for Biomaterials and Medical Devices written by Vincenzo Guarino and published by Woodhead Publishing. This book was released on 2018-01-21 with total page 428 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Electrofluidodynamic Technologies (EFDTs) for Biomaterials and Medical Devices: Principles and Advances focuses on the fundamentals of EFDTs - namely electrospinning, electrospraying and electrodynamic atomization - to develop active platforms made of synthetic or natural polymers for use in tissue engineering, restoration and therapeutic treatments. The first part of this book deals with main technological aspects of EFDTs, such as basic technologies and the role of process parameters. The second part addresses applications of EFDTs in biomedical fields, with chapters on their application in tissue engineering, molecular delivery and implantable devices. This book is a valuable resource for materials scientists, biomedical engineers and clinicians alike. - Presents a complete picture of Electrofluidodynamic technologies and their use in biomedicine - Provides a comprehensive, professional reference on the subject, covering materials processing, fabrication and the use of novel devices for tissue engineering and therapeutics - Focuses on technological advances, with an emphasis on studies and clinical trials

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Download or read book Microfluidics written by Yu Song and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2018-05-07 with total page 576 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first book offering a global overview of fundamental microfluidics and the wide range of possible applications, for example, in chemistry, biology, and biomedical science. As such, it summarizes recent progress in microfluidics, including its origin and development, the theoretical fundamentals, and fabrication techniques for microfluidic devices. The book also comprehensively covers the fluid mechanics, physics and chemistry as well as applications in such different fields as detection and synthesis of inorganic and organic materials. A useful reference for non-specialists and a basic guideline for research scientists and technicians already active in this field or intending to work in microfluidics.