Quality Assurance of Ethno-Herbals: Cultivating Confidence in Alternative Medicine offers a comprehensive and scholarly examination of the essential methodologies, cultural considerations, and regulatory frameworks surrounding the quality assurance of ethno-herbal remedies. This volume bridges the rich legacy of traditional herbal practices with contemporary scientific inquiry, highlighting the critical need for rigorous validation, standardization, and ethical stewardship in the preservation and advancement of indigenous medicinal knowledge. The book opens with an exploration of culinary heritage and the cultural significance of indigenous herbs, followed by a thoughtful analysis of the challenges inherent in preserving these valuable resources. It provides an in-depth discussion on the evolving role of Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) in the culinary and herbal domains, underscoring the importance of protecting traditional knowledge while promoting equitable access. Through contributions from experts in ethnobotany, pharmacognosy, law, and cultural studies, the text examines collaborative models, policy frameworks, and future directions that aim to integrate ethno-herbal practices responsibly within modern healthcare systems. Emphasizing the ethical imperative of valuing and respecting indigenous wisdom, this volume serves as an authoritative resource for researchers, healthcare practitioners, policymakers, and academicians engaged in the fields of alternative medicine, herbal pharmacology, and cultural heritage preservation.

Medicinal Plants of Pilibhit Tiger Reserve (PTR) India explores the reserve's extensive biodiversity, focusing specifically on its rich array of medicinal flora. It serves as an invaluable resource, detailing various plant species and their traditional uses, alongside their potential applications in modern medicine. This comprehensive work aims to bridge traditional wisdom with scientific research. Key Features: - Detailed botanical descriptions and ecological roles of identified medicinal plants. - Insights into traditional knowledge and cultural significance associated with these plants. - Discussions on conservation challenges and strategies for preserving biodiversity. - Exploration of these plants' roles in sustainable healthcare and local economies.

Traditional Medicine in North East Africa: Research on Traditional Healer Preparations and Herbs explores the rich tapestry of traditional healing practices in North East Africa. This comprehensive work compiles the profound knowledge of indigenous herbalists and explores the intricate relationship between traditional healing and medicinal plants. From combating diseases like cancer and diabetes to managing snakebites and obesity-related conditions, each chapter offers a detailed examination of plant-based remedies. Highlighting the contributions of plants like Moringa oleifera and Citrullus colocynthis, this book bridges the gap between ancient wisdom and modern research, making it essential for academics, researchers, and anyone interested in the healing powers of nature. Join us on this enlightening journey as we celebrate cultural diversity and uncover the enduring legacy of traditional medicine. Key Features: - In-depth studies on bioactive compounds and therapeutic properties of key African plants. - Ethnobotanical insights into traditional healer practices. - Comprehensive reviews linking traditional plant use to modern medical applications.

Glycals and Their Derivatives is an essential resource for understanding the emerging applications of carbohydrate-derived unsaturated sugars. Carbohydrates are versatile molecules, abundant in nature, biocompatible, and structurally diverse, with glycals and their derivatives showing remarkable biological activities, including antimicrobial and anticancer effects. It discusses the synthesis, transformations, and applications of glycals, offering valuable insights for researchers and professionals in glycoscience. Key Features: - Comprehensive Coverage: Explores the synthesis and transformation of glycals, glycosides), and 2-C-branched sugars, emphasizing their chemical and biological significance. - Advanced Synthetic Strategies: Discusses recent advances, including metal-catalyzed and metal-free approaches for glycoside synthesis under mild conditions. - Natural Product Synthesis: Highlights the total synthesis of medicinally important molecules derived from glycals. - Cutting-Edge Applications: Examines the role of glycals in creating glycohybrids and glycoconjugates, opening avenues in glycobiology and glycotechnology.

Organic Spectroscopy: Technology and Applications is an essential guide to the principles and practices of spectroscopy in organic chemistry. This comprehensive text covers the fundamentals of the electromagnetic spectrum, UV-visible, infrared (IR), Raman, nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), and mass spectrometry, providing a structured approach to understanding each technique`s role in molecular analysis. Designed for students and professionals alike, the book emphasizes problem-solving and structural analysis, offering a methodical progression through each technique to build practical expertise. Illustrated with detailed diagrams and real-world spectra, the text also includes solved examples to reinforce learning and enhance application skills. Key Features: - Comprehensive coverage of core spectroscopy techniques: UV-visible, IR, Raman, NMR, and mass spectrometry. - Step-by-step explanations and problem-solving techniques for structural analysis. - Numerous illustrations and spectra for visual learning.

This book provides an in-depth and comprehensive overview of andrographolides and their analogues, highlighting their botanical origins, phytochemistry, pharmacological properties, and biotechnological applications. It explores the isolation, purification, and spectroscopic characterization of andrographolides from natural sources, emphasizing their therapeutic potential in antidiabetic studies and other medicinal uses. The book also explains cultivation techniques, agronomic strategies for Andrographis species, genetic improvements, and in vivo extraction methods aimed at enhancing andrographolide yields, with a focus on commercial cultivation and export strategies. Dedicated chapters, contributed by experts, discuss the ethnobotanical significance of Andrographis species, traditional medicinal formulations, and advanced biotechnological interventions for conservation and utilization. Recent breakthroughs in understanding andrographolides'biosynthesis, metabolism, safety aspects, and promising applications in treating diabetes, cancer, inflammation, liver diseases, and neurological disorders are also covered. Readers will gain insight into how andrographolide analogues can be developed as "lead molecules" for creating next-generation phytodrugs. Key Features - Provides a comprehensive account of andrographolide-producing plant sources and their phytochemical and pharmacological properties. - Explores the role of biotechnology in enhancing andrographolide production through in vivo and in vitro methods. - Highlights the therapeutic efficacy of andrographolides and analogues in antidiabetic, anticancer, hepatoprotective, and anti-inflammatory drug development. - Discusses cutting-edge advancements in the biosynthesis and semisynthetic derivatives of andrographolides. - Covers cultivation, agronomic techniques, and genetic improvements to optimize andrographolide production for commercial applications. This book is a valuable resource for researchers, pharmacologists, biotechnologists, and biomedical professionals focused on natural product-based drug discovery involving andrographolide.

Metabolites of Medicinal Plants: Insightful Approaches provides a comprehensive exploration of the bioactive compounds found in medicinal plants and their pharmacological significance. The book covers key topics such as the economics of medicinal and anticancer plants, phytochemistry, therapeutic potential, and advanced applications like nanotechnology-based drug delivery systems and CRISPR-Cas techniques. It also examines the role of these plants in combating diseases like diabetes and metabolic syndrome and their role in traditional medicine systems. This resource is essential for students, researchers, and professionals in phytochemistry, pharmacology, drug discovery, and healthcare practices. Key Features: 1. Wide range of topics from medicinal plant economics to pharmacological applications. 2. Latest discoveries in plant bioactive compounds and their therapeutic uses. 3. Novel drug delivery methods to enhance efficacy. 4. Linking genes to metabolites through advanced omics approaches.

Novel Drug Delivery Systems (Part 2) covers the advanced techniques and innovations transforming pharmaceutical sciences, with a focus on enhancing drug efficacy and patient outcomes. This comprehensive guide explores a wide array of delivery methods, including nasopulmonary, transdermal, ocular, nanotechnology-based, implantable, and controlled-release injectables. Each chapter provides an in-depth analysis of these unique delivery routes, presenting both foundational knowledge and the latest technological advancements in the field. Designed for students, researchers, and professionals in pharmaceuticals and medicine, this book bridges basic concepts with cutting-edge practices, emphasizing the science and impact of controlled drug delivery. Key Features: - Detailed exploration of nasopulmonary, transdermal, ocular, and implantable delivery systems - Insight into nanotechnology's role in drug delivery - Comprehensive coverage of controlled-release injectables

AI Innovations in Drug Delivery and Pharmaceutical Sciences: Advancing Therapy through Technology offers a comprehensive exploration of how artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors. This book addresses the AI’s role in drug discovery, development, and delivery, highlighting applications in personalized medicine, nanotechnology, and clinical trials. It also covers AI’s impact on community and hospital pharmacy, herbal medicine, and drug product design. Each chapter examines the use of AI in optimizing drug processes, from designing innovative therapies to improving regulatory compliance and future trends in pharmaceutical technology. This insightful resource is invaluable for researchers, pharmaceutical professionals, and healthcare innovators aiming to advance therapeutic outcomes through AI. Key Features: - Comprehensive coverage of AI applications in drug discovery, delivery, and design. - Insights into AI-driven personalized medicine and nanotechnology. - Regulatory perspectives on AI in drug delivery and medical devices. - Future trends and innovations in AI for pharmaceutical technology.

2-Deoxy-D-Glucose: Chemistry and Biology extensively examine 2-deoxy-D-glucose (2DG), a glucose analog with profound biomedical and therapeutic potential. This detailed resource covers 2DG's chemical structure, methods of synthesis, and its pivotal roles in diagnostics and therapeutics. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the compound’s multifaceted uses, from antiviral applications to its emerging role in cancer treatment. Key Features: - Comprehensive coverage of 2DG synthesis, structure, and characterization. - Insights into 2DG’s diagnostic and therapeutic potential, including cancer and antiviral applications. - Exploration of its role in the Warburg effect and glycosylation inhibition. - Discussion on 2DG’s clinical applications, including COVID-19 treatments.