Membrane technology is vital for electrochemical devices used in energy and environmental applications. This resource explores membrane fundamentals, including selection criteria and ion conduction mechanisms, advances in synthesis techniques and nanomaterial integration, and practical applications, along with discussions on scaling challenges. The content addresses both theoretical principles and practical considerations, offering insights into performance enhancement strategies and futur...

The successful cultivation, conservation, and utilization of medicinal and aromatic plants depend fundamentally on the availability of high-quality seeds. This volume provides a comprehensive examination of the principles, technologies, and practices required to produce, preserve, evaluate, and market quality seed resources for valuable plant species.Beginning with the fundamentals of seed storage and longevity, the volume explores methods for maintaining seed quality throughout pr...

This new volume provides a comprehensive and current exploration of the rapidly evolving field of pharmaceutical microbiology, highlighting its critical role in drug development, public health, and therapeutic innovation. Bringing together fundamental principles and emerging advances, the book examines the complex interactions between microbiology and pharmaceutical science while addressing the growing global need for effective microbial monitoring and contamination control.Organiz...

Explores the entanglement of digital media, popular culture, and political expression in contemporary India.A Mobile Popular offers a landmark account of how popular culture and political expression have become deeply intertwined in India's rapidly evolving digital landscape. Drawing on extensive fieldwork with content creators, platform executives, and digital activists across southern India, Aswin Punathambekar, Sangeet Kumar, and Sriram Mohan theorize t...

The first play collection of Rifco Theatre's work, this book is a celebration, a call to action, and an essential read for anyone interested in theatre, storytelling, and cultural representation.Rifco's work is dedicated to amplifying British South Asian voices in theatre, showcasing stories that explore identity, tradition, and cultural duality. Despite their significant contributions, British South Asian artists remain underrepresented in the arts. Their work is ...

Mechanical Metamaterials for Engineering and Architectural Applications examines materials with extraordinary mechanical properties such as negative stiffness, programmable elasticity, and auxetic behavior that surpass conventional limits. This accessible yet comprehensive book covers design principles, fabrication techniques, and practical applications, including vibration isolation in aerospace systems and adaptive building façades. Bridging theory and practice, it highlights th...

This book explores the transformative impact of emerging technologies such as AI, blockchain, and IoT on global startup ecosystems. It focuses on building, scaling, and sustaining tech ventures while addressing ethical and social considerations.The book covers topics ranging from tech startups, building and scaling strategies, funding challenges, global case studies, and the future of technology entrepreneurship. It emphasizes ethical innovation and social impact of technology entr...

This book reviews the evolution, development, and application of medicinal compounds, beginning with their historical context and advancing to modern innovations. The book describes therapeutic potential of bioactive compounds from microorganisms, the role of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory agents in managing chronic diseases, and the use of small molecules in pain management and mental health care. It further explores immunomodulatory compounds, epigenetic modifiers, and the latest adv...

This book is a comprehensive guide that explores how everyday choices impact cognitive longevity and provides evidence-based strategies to maintain brain health in an ageing world facing rising rates of neurodegenerative disorders.The book examines the latest research on modifiable lifestyle factors, including nutrition, physical activity, sleep optimization, stress management techniques, cognitive engagement exercises, and technology's impact on brain function. It integrates insig...

As industries seek environmentally responsible alternatives to conventional manufacturing processes, microbial technologies continue to drive innovation across multiple sectors. This volume explores the expanding role of microbial systems in the production of value-added products and renewable resources. Bringing together contributions from experts in microbiology, biotechnology, and bioprocess engineering, the volume examines both established and emerging applications of microbial biomass...

Sustainable agriculture is at a critical crossroads as global food demand rises alongside challenges such as soil degradation, climate change, and declining resource efficiency. Sustainable Agri-Productivity: A Roadmap to Hunger Alleviation using Beneficial Microbes addresses these pressing concerns by presenting microbes as key drivers of resilient and productive agroecosystems. This book aims to bridge the gap between fundamental microbial science and its practical applications ...

Sustainable UAV Ecosystems: Integrating Blockchain, Quantum, and AI for Smart Mobility and SDG Innovation provides a comprehensive examination of technologies that enable secure, intelligent, and sustainable UAV ecosystems for smart mobility and digital infrastructure. It presents theoretical foundations and practical methodologies integrating artificial intelligence, blockchain, post-quantum cryptography, and cloud-edge computing for resilient UAV communications....