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Biotechnology is one of the fastest emerging fields that has attracted attention of conventional biologists, biochemists, microbiologists, medical and agricultural scientists. The coming decades are likely to witness a boom in biotechnology, which is expected to surpass information technology as the new engine of the global economy. Biotechnology is experiencing a revolution that will affect every facet of our lives, from crop improvement to commerce, drugs and sustainable development. New approaches and a plethora of information available at a frantic pace demands its dissemination to the scientific community. The current book has been written with the specific objective of providing inform...
In the past years, COVID-19 caused millions of deaths and severely damaged not only public health, but also the global economy. New variants continue to threaten human health. Thus, natural compounds for retarding infection are in high demand. This book summarizes the emerging research with flavonoids, whose application holds great promise of antivirus, anti-inflammation, antioxidative stress, and immunomodulatory. Topics include the role of flavonoids in preventing an inflammatory storm and how flavonoids interact with critical protein targets that are involved in the infection stages of COVID-19. Key Features • Highlights anti-SARS-CoV-2 drug discovery on natural products and medicinal plants • Includes all major subclasses of flavonoids that promisingly combat COVID-19 • Proposes molecular mechanisms of flavonoids against protein targets of SARS-CoV-2 • Contributions from an international team of leading researchers • Provides recommendations with respect to the future research
In recent years, there has been a global surge in the production and application of vitamins and pigments in food and pharmaceuticals industries, leading to draw the attention of scientific communities to develop novel strategies to cope with world demand. Microbial vitamins and carotenoids in food biotechnology: Novel source and potential applications allow the audience to understand the current status of the biotechnological approaches used for the production of vitamins and carotenoids from microorganisms. The title provides important insights to understand the molecular mechanisms involved in microbial biosynthesis of vitamins and carotenoids. The chapters, all written by leading researc...
Plant-Associated Medicinal Nano-Chemistry is a collection of 15 meticulously curated chapters that interconnects the transformative synergy between plant-derived bioactives and advanced nanotechnological platforms. This book reveals the pathways of green nanoparticle synthesis from plant sources, charting a dense trajectory through their complex applications—from targeted drug release and biosensing to innovative food preservation methods. A necessity for nanomedicine and pharmacognosy visionaries, and environmentally aware chemists, this handbook blends innovation and sustainability. Salient features: The book delivers holistic and in-depth coverage of plant-mediated nanoparticle synthesi...
Valorization of Biomass to Bioproducts: Biochemicals and Biomaterials discusses the-innovation and blueprint of biochemical extraction processes and the ideal utilization of biochemicals that help form the basis of green extraction to produce biochemicals from biomass. The book comprises a rising arena of research focused on designing novel, environmentally-friendly, naturally-derived and tenable biochemicals from biomass that serve several biosustainable purposes. Due to increasing demand in chemical and biochemical products, and to minimize industrial space, there is an increased need to recycle wastes and design cost-effective chemical and biochemical units. As such, knowledge on the recovery of biochemicals, bioconversions and extraction technologies is essential. - Highlights biotechnologies, concepts and commercial developments in the area of biomass to biochemicals production - Covers numerous bioprocessing technologies - Includes process optimization and recent challenges - Provides applications of biobased/natural biochemicals - Consolidates the most recent research surrounding the disciplines of biochemistry, biotechnology, biochemical engineering and microbiology
This book will focus on the use of Blockchain 3.0 for sustainable development. This tool is invaluable for achieving transparency and trust, but possibilities to benefit society more broadly are emerging that will bring a bright future for sustainable development, too. The adoption of blockchain in agriculture, healthcare, infrastructure, education, environment, energy, communication will provide revolutionary changes in the digital era.
In an era where technology plays a pivotal role in shaping various sectors, Innovative Technologies for Meat Processing explores the intersection of innovation and meat processing, offering a comprehensive guide to the latest technological breakthroughs that are transforming the landscape of meat production. This book begins by providing an overview of the traditional methods in meat processing and their limitations and then navigates through emerging technologies from state‐of‐the‐art machinery and automation to the integration of artificial intelligence and data analytics in processing meats. This book caters to a diverse audience, including professionals in the meat processing industry, researchers, policymakers, and anyone interested in the future of food technology.
This book gives a complete overview of current developments on the green synthesis and extraction of nano-emulsions for numerous uses in food, agriculture, biomedical, and cosmetics sectors. In the food and agriculture section, the book demonstrates the use of nano-emulsions to deliver nutraceuticals, coloring, and flavoring agents, in the development of biodegradable coating, improving the quality of packing films and enhancing the shelf life and nutritional value of foods. It also shows that nano-emulsions are very good for pesticides formulation where it enhances the solubility of poorly water-soluble pesticides, resulting in increased pesticide bioactivity compared to conventional pestic...