This two-part series examines how AI-powered image analysis and IoT-enabled devices enhance diagnostic precision, facilitate real-time monitoring and early detection through connected sensors. Together, these technologies bridge gaps in access, reduce diagnostic subjectivity, and support remote patient care. The books also address vital considerations such as data privacy, security, and ethical implications in digital healthcare. Highlighting both current applications and future directions, the series emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration to advance AI and IoT-driven dermatology for improved clinical outcomes and equitable healthcare delivery. Key Features: Explores the convergence of AI and IoT in skin cancer detection and care. Highlights advanced imaging, data analytics, and sensor-based monitoring. Discusses challenges related to privacy, ethics, and healthcare accessibility. Showcases current research and innovations targeting early and precise diagnosis. Bridges medical, technological, and policy perspectives for holistic insight.

New Drugs Targeting Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria: Recent Advances examines the molecular, pharmacological, and clinical dimensions of resistance development and highlights innovative therapeutic approaches aimed at overcoming multidrug-resistant organisms (MDROs), providing an in-depth exploration of emerging strategies to combat one of the most urgent public health challenges of our time—antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Beginning with the mechanisms underlying bacterial resistance such as β-lactamase production, efflux pump activity, and membrane protein modification, the text underscores the growing threat posed by ESKAPE pathogens and CDC-classified priority infections. Chapters also explore cutting-edge interventions including bacteriophage therapy, discovery of novel antibacterial compounds from natural sources, and the use of nanoparticles and quorum-sensing inhibitors to suppress bacterial virulence. Further sections discuss carbapenemase-mediated resistance, emphasizing enzyme classification, detection strategies, and the importance of clinical microbiology in guiding antibiotic stewardship. By integrating one-health perspectives that consider human, animal, and environmental dimensions, this book presents a holistic roadmap for addressing resistance evolution through innovation and responsible antibiotic use. Key Features Examines the molecular mechanisms driving antibiotic resistance in key bacterial species Explores bacteriophage therapy as a promising alternative to conventional antimicrobials Discovers natural-source compounds and novel drug leads for future antibiotic development Analyses carbapenemase-mediated resistance and clinical detection techniques Evaluates new therapeutic approaches including nanoparticle-based treatments and quorum-sensing inhibition Promotes the one-health approach to tackling multidrug-resistant organisms globally

Technical Advances in Pharmacy: An Overview examines the convergence of digital transformation, automation, and data intelligence in revolutionizing drug discovery, formulation, and healthcare delivery Across twelve in-depth chapters the book presents a forward-looking exploration of how emerging technologies are reshaping the landscape of pharmaceutical sciences. The book also covers cutting-edge developments such as artificial intelligence in drug discovery, pharmacogenomics and personalized medicine, blockchain in pharmaceutical supply chains, 3D printing of dosage forms, tele pharmacy, data analytics, and automation in pharmacy practice. By integrating computational modelling with experimental techniques, the text highlights the translational potential of modern technologies in enhancing drug development, patient adherence, and clinical outcomes. Serving as both a reference and a roadmap, this volume bridges traditional pharmaceutical foundations with next-generation innovations, offering readers an insightful perspective on the technological evolution shaping the future of pharmacy. Key Features Examines the role of artificial intelligence, pharmacogenomics, and data analytics in modern drug discovery. Explores blockchain, automation, and robotics as enablers of efficient and transparent pharmacy systems. Integrates computational modeling with experimental approaches for enhanced drug formulation and testing. Highlights 3D printing, telepharmacy, and RegTech as transformative tools in pharmaceutical innovation. Bridges classical pharmaceutical sciences with emerging digital and biotechnological advancements.

Handbook of Poultry Parasites offers critical insights into the etiology, pathology, diagnosis, and prevention of parasitic diseases affecting poultry. With poultry production being a cornerstone of global food security, understanding the impact of parasites is essential for sustaining flock health, productivity, and economic viability. This volume brings together expert contributions that systematically examine the biology, clinical manifestations, and control of parasites in poultry, making it an indispensable reference for students, researchers, and professionals in veterinary and animal sciences. The book begins with general aspects of poultry parasitology, covering seasonal disease dynamics, principles of parasitism, pathological and immunological responses, diagnostic methodologies, and therapeutic strategies including vaccines, drug resistance, and One Health approaches. The second section focuses on organ- and species-specific parasitic diseases, addressing infections caused by flukes, roundworms, tapeworms, protozoa, ticks, fleas, mites, and lice. Each chapter emphasizes disease mechanisms, clinical signs, and effective preventive and treatment measures. Key Features: Examines principles of parasitism, immunopathology, and disease pathogenesis in poultry Explores diagnostic approaches, therapeutic strategies, and the role of vaccines in parasite control Evaluates organ-specific parasitic infections with detailed clinical and pathological insights Addresses challenges of drug resistance and highlights sustainable management strategies Features contributions by experts offering global perspectives on poultry parasitology.

Continuing on the groundbreaking discussion on next-generation mucosal vaccines, Mucosal Vaccine Delivery Systems: The Future of Immunization – Part II highlights innovations that redefine preventive healthcare and immunotherapy. By integrating research insights with translational applications, this volume examines the latest progress in mucosal delivery routes, immunological responses, and technological advances that enhance vaccine stability, efficacy, and accessibility . The book draws on global expertise to explore nasal, oral, pulmonary, and urogenital vaccination systems, offering perspectives on formulation strategies, immune modulation, and delivery optimization. It also discusses evolving regulatory frameworks, emerging biotechnological tools, and the socioeconomic impact of widespread mucosal vaccine adoption. Key Features Examines advances in mucosal vaccine platforms and immune mechanisms. Explores innovative delivery routes enhancing patient compliance and protection. Addresses challenges in formulation, stability, and large-scale production. Evaluates regulatory and commercial trends shaping vaccine deployment. Highlights translational research bridging laboratory discovery and clinical application.

Ukot’s Back to Basics MCQs (Volume 3) expands the trusted series with a comprehensive collection of multiple-choice questions that sharpen clinical reasoning and reinforce essential concepts across three vital domains of medical practice: Mental Health, General Pediatrics, and Family Medicine. Designed for medical students, postgraduate trainees, and practicing clinicians, this volume combines exam-focused preparation with real-world applicability. The carefully structured chapters not only test knowledge but also strengthen diagnostic accuracy, therapeutic decision-making, and holistic patient management skills. Key Features Covers critical areas of psychiatry including anxiety, mood disorders, schizophrenia, substance use, psychotherapies, and geriatric psychiatry. Explores pediatric essentials from neonatal care and congenital conditions to malnutrition, infections, tumors, and cardiac disorders. Integrates principles of family medicine such as holistic care, ethics, genomics, health promotion, preventive strategies, and clinical audit. Strengthens exam readiness with detailed answers, explanatory notes, and differential diagnoses. Contains comprehensive index and bibliography for further study and clinical practice.

Ukot's Back to Basics MCQs: Pharmacology and Therapeutics, Parasitology, and Internal Medicine (Volume 2) is an invaluable revision resource for medical students, healthcare trainees, and professionals preparing for examinations in the clinical sciences. This volume expands the trusted Back to Basics series by focusing on three critical domains, pharmacology and therapeutics, parasitology, and internal medicine. The book begins with a series of MCQs in pharmacology and therapeutics, strengthening knowledge of drug mechanisms, interactions, and therapeutic applications. It then transitions to parasitology, offering essential coverage of parasite biology, transmission, and treatment. Internal medicine MCQs follow, emphasizing diagnostic reasoning and clinical decision-making across diverse medical specialties. Each section is reinforced with explanatory notes and references, ensuring not only exam preparedness but also conceptual clarity. Additional chapters on differential diagnoses and comprehensive references make this volume a complete self-study guide for learners and practitioners alike. Key Features: Presents MCQs across pharmacology and therapeutics, parasitology, and internal medicine with detailed answer notes. Reinforces critical concepts and promotes retention through structured question-answer formats. Strengthens diagnostic reasoning with a dedicated section on differential diagnoses. Provides comprehensive references for extended learning and evidence-based study. Supports exam readiness for medical students, healthcare trainees, and early-career clinicians.

Ukot's Back to Basics MCQs: Obstetrics and Gynecology (Volume 1) is a structured single-best-answer (SBA) multiple-choice book designed to strengthen core knowledge in obstetrics and gynecology. Each MCQ presents a stem with four options, guiding learners to identify the best possible answer, while the companion notes provide detailed explanations to reinforce key principles and clinical reasoning. The book covers essential topics in both obstetrics (including antenatal care, abnormal presentations, multiple pregnancy, labor complications, operative deliveries, hypertensive disorders, diabetes in pregnancy, hemorrhage, and the puerperium) and gynecology (including abnormal uterine bleeding, miscarriages, ectopic pregnancy, infertility, menstrual disorders, PCOS, STIs, contraception, fibroids, ovarian tumors, and cervical lesions). Supplementary chapters on differential diagnoses broaden clinical decision-making by addressing common and complex scenarios encountered in practice. Key Features: Presents SBA-format MCQs with clinically relevant stems and answers Provides detailed notes explaining reasoning, management, and guidelines Covers both obstetrics and gynecology comprehensively, from common to complex conditions Includes chapters on differential diagnoses to sharpen diagnostic skills Supports self-assessment, revision, and exam preparation in a practical format.

Herbal Nanotherapy for Diabetes merges the therapeutic potential of phytochemicals with advanced nano-delivery systems, the book highlights innovative strategies to improve bioavailability, ensure targeted delivery, and minimize side effects in diabetes therapy. Beginning with an overview of diabetes as a global metabolic disorder, the book outlines its challenges in conventional treatment and the limitations of herbal remedies in their raw form. It then transitions into the principles and methodologies of designing herbal nanoparticles, emphasizing formulation strategies, delivery mechanisms, and preclinical evaluations.Chapters also analyze clinical applications, therapeutic outcomes, and mechanisms of action, before culminating in future perspectives on nanotechnology-enabled herbal therapeutics for diabetes care. Key Features: Examines the challenges of conventional diabetes treatments and the role of herbal medicine. Explores the design, formulation, and development of herbal nanoparticles. Analyzes the mechanisms and therapeutic pathways of phytochemicals in diabetes care. Investigates nanotechnology-enabled strategies for targeted delivery and improved bioavailability. Assesses preclinical and clinical studies supporting the efficacy of herbal nanotherapy. Highlights future directions and innovations in herbal nanomedicine for diabetes management.

Bridging the fields of pharmacy, biotechnology, dermatology, and cosmetic science, this book offers a multidisciplinary perspective on innovation, efficacy, and safety in the development of next-generation beauty and personal care products. The book discusses emerging technologies such as nanoformulations, artificial intelligence, gene therapy, personalized medicine, and peptide science. It addresses their transformative role in cosmetic product development-from skin and hair care to sun protection, anti-aging solutions, and mood-enhancing formulations. Readers will also gain insights into regulatory frameworks, clinical studies, and intellectual property considerations, making this a practical guide for both innovation and compliance in the beauty-tech space. Key Features: Explores integration of pharmaceutical techniques in cosmetic formulation Highlights nano-carriers, AI tools, and gene-based therapies in product development Details the role of natural and herbal ingredients in modern skin and hair care Covers peptide technologies for anti-aging and skin rejuvenation Addresses personalized medicine and pharmacogenomics in cosmetics Reviews regulatory challenges, clinical validation, and patent strategies