Genetic Diversity of Coronaviruses: From SARSCoV to SARS-CoV-2 - (Part 1) provides a comprehensive analysis of the genetic mutations and host interactions across three major coronaviruses-SARS-CoV, MERS-CoV, and SARS-CoV-2. This volume explores the evolutionary history, mutations, and emerging variants of these viruses, with a focus on understanding how they adapt to different hosts. The book is organized into three parts: Part I covers SARS-CoV, detailing its genetic mutations, host genetic diversity, and new variants. Part II focuses on MERS-CoV, offering insights into mutations and host adaptations. Part III addresses SARS-CoV-2, discussing its evolving variants and the role of host proteins. The book also discusses the connections between coronaviruses and neurological, epigenetic, and AI-related issues Key Features: - In-depth analysis of genetic mutations in coronaviruses - Exploration of host genetic diversity and virus adaptation - Insight into emerging variants of SARS-CoV, MERS-CoV, and SARS-CoV-2 - Examination of host proteins' role in viral infections - Discussion on the impact of AI and epigenetics on coronavirus research.

Positioned at the crossroads of genomics, proteomics, artificial intelligence, and biomedical engineering, this book provides a roadmap for leveraging computational intelligence to address the complex challenges of modern life sciences, healthcare, and industrial biotechnology. Across twelve comprehensive chapters, the book lays the foundations for sequencing technologies, omics data, and the principles of biotechnology data management. It then transitions into the application of machine learning models ranging from neural networks to optimization frameworks to extract meaningful insights from large-scale biological datasets. Subsequently it addresses pressing challenges such as data noise, scalability, and ethical AI, while also highlighting algorithmic breakthroughs in pharmacogenomics, drug discovery, precision medicine, and synthetic biology. Case studies illustrate real-world applications, from CRISPR diagnostics and clinical trial optimization to agricultural genomics and biomedical engineering innovations. The closing chapters project the future trajectory of biotechnology, exploring quantum computing, federated learning, and secure data-sharing techniques. Key Features: Uncovers the revolutionary role of computational algorithms in biotechnology research and healthcare Explores the integration of AI, ML, and optimization methods in genomics, proteomics, and systems biology Analyzes real-world applications through case studies in pharmacogenomics, CRISPR, and agritech Provides practical insights into implementing secure, scalable, and ethical data solutions Gives an understanding future trends such as quantum computing and federated learning in biotech innovation.

With pesticide overuse threatening ecosystems, food safety, and human health,Biological Control for Plant Protection: Recent Advances in Research and Sustainability addresses one of the most pressing challenges in modern agriculture, enhancing crop productivity while reducing reliance on chemical pesticides. Integrating scientific advances with practical strategies to support integrated pest, weed, and disease management systems, the book brings together contributions from leading researchers and academicians providing an up-to-date compilation of topics ranging from isolation, characterization, and mass rearing of natural enemies to the field application of botanicals and biological methods for biotic stress management in plants. Key Features: Explores cutting-edge biological control methods for pests, pathogens, and weeds. Highlights environmentally sustainable alternatives to chemical pesticides. Covers natural enemies, botanicals, and biofertilizers as components of integrated management. Presents case studies and research from diverse agroecosystems, including organic farming. Provides a comprehensive reference for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers.

Microbial Insights into Wastewater Treatment and Environmental Sustainability examines the way microorganisms are reshaping the way we tackle environmental challenges, offering practical and science-driven strategies for wastewater remediation, pollution control, and resource recovery. Integrating microbiology, environmental science, and biotechnology, this volume reveals how microbial processes underpin sustainable solutions for ecosystem restoration and global environmental health. The book begins with foundational concepts, such as the microbial ecology of polluted sites and mechanisms of pollutant sequestration, to specialized topics including arsenic bioremediation, microbe-driven green nanotechnology, and biocontrol innovations. It further investigates plant-microbe partnerships that enhance environmental resilience, and explores cutting-edge molecular and biosensing techniques for real-time environmental monitoring. Case studies highlight the transition from laboratory research to field-scale applications, while forward-looking sections consider microbial nanotechnology for sustainable energy generation and microbial strategies for waste valorization. Key Features: Explains microbial roles in pollution mitigation and environmental recovery Demonstrates sequestration, bioremediation, and nanotechnology-based microbial innovations Integrates molecular tools and biosensors for environmental health assessment Applies microbial strategies to wastewater treatment, energy production, and waste management Highlights real-world case studies linking theory to practice Incorporates multidisciplinary insights from global research contributors Advances sustainable development through microbial resource recovery.

This volume summarizes the history and findings of the First Mariners Project, which the author, Robert G. Bednarik, commenced in 1996 in order to explore the Ice Age origins of seafaring. This is the largest archaeological replication project ever undertaken with several hundred people involved in the construction of eight primitive vessels with stone tools under scientifically controlled conditions, six of them sailing. Four bamboo rafts have succeeded in accomplishing the historically documented crossings they sought to replicate. One of the successful experiments, a 1000 kilometer journey to Australia in 1998, attempted to recreate the first human arrival in Australia, probably around 60,000 years ago. Other voyages attempted to address the much earlier sea crossings documented to have taken place in the islands of Indonesia, the earliest of which may have occurred nearly a million years ago. These experiments have also featured in BBC and National Geographic documentaries. The First Mariners comprehensively describes the archaeological background and relevant issues of the project and features an extensive pictorial record, of both the experiments and the archaeological basis of this research – giving a unique experience to readers interested in understanding the earliest marine adventurers from a historical and technical perspective.

Molecular methodologies are crucial to our understanding of human population diversity, as well as our evolutionary relationships with nonhuman primates. The completion of the Human Genome Project has given researchers a complete human reference sequence of genes. Combined with very important advances in sequencing and bioinformatics technologies, genetic research projects are now of a multidisciplinary nature. Anthropologists have the tools to seek information related to questions concerning the origin of the human species. Genomics in Biological Anthropology: New Challenges, New Opportunities explores the impact of new advances in molecular methods, such as DNA sequencing, amplification and analysis on our knowledge about the genetics of prehistoric and existing humans. Topics covered in this volume include an overview of genomic projects, mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) analysis, ancient DNA, mutation rates in chromosome Y, genomics of isolated populations, complex phenotypes and forensic anthropology. This volume is a concise primer for students and general readers learning the basics about human genetics, human evolution and biological anthropology