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This book collects contributions to the Special Issue entitled "Symmetries in Quantum Mechanics and Statistical Physics" of the journal Symmetry. These contributions focus on recent advancements in the study of PT–invariance of non-Hermitian Hamiltonians, the supersymmetric quantum mechanics of relativistic and non-relativisitc systems, duality transformations for power–law potentials and conformal transformations. New aspects on the spreading of wave packets are also discussed. Related Books Symmetries in Quantum Mechanics Chemistry & Materials Science ... Symmetry in Many-Body Physics Physical Sciences Quantum Mechanics Biology & Life Sciences Symmetry in Quantum Optics Models Computer Science & Mathematics Symmetry and Mesoscopic Physics Physical Sciences The recommendations have been generated using an AI system. About: About MDPI Books Advisory Board Legal Information: MDPI Privacy Policy Terms and Conditions Terms of Use Accessibility Sales: Order and Delivery Indexing

Mens sana in corpore sano (a healthy mind in a healthy body) is a Latin phrase taken from Giovenale (Satire, X, 356) that remains relevant and is supported by today’s data regarding genetics and nutrition, and their contribution to mental health. The purpose of this Special Issue on “Nutrition and Fitness: Mental Health” is to provide an update on the latest evidence regarding the association between nutrition, physical activity (and inactivity) and physical fitness, and the mental health of children, adolescents, and adults. Particularly, papers (reviews and clinical or experimental studies) dealing with the association between nutrition, physical fitness, and mental health both in general and with regard to specific mental disorders, and nutrients and physical activity as agents for prevention, treatment, or augmentation of treatment for mental disorders, will be included. Related Books Physical Activity, Nutritional Status, Physical Fitness Public Health & Healthcare Body Image, Nu

This Reprint compiles selected peer-reviewed contributions from the Special Issue “Advanced Nanomaterials-Based (Bio-)Sensors for Electrochemical Detection and Analysis”, presenting recent advances in nanomaterials applied to chemical and biological sensing platforms. While electrochemical sensing represents a central theme, this Reprint also encompasses complementary sensing strategies, including colorimetric, plasmonic, and gas-sensing approaches, reflecting the multidisciplinary nature of modern sensor research. The collected articles explore the synthesis, functionalization, and integration of advanced nanomaterials such as nanoparticles, two-dimensional materials, polymers, metal oxides, and hybrid heterostructures into sensing interfaces. Emphasis is placed on structure–property–performance relationships, signal transduction mechanisms, and analytical applicability across environmental monitoring, food analysis, biomedical diagnostics, and industrial safety. Overall, this Reprint provides a comprehensive overview of how advanced nanomaterials enable diverse sensing modalities, highlighting converging trends that bridge electrochemical and non-electrochemical detection technologies.

This Special Issue summarizes the latest research findings on identifying natural products targeting multiple pathways and body functions that can successfully treat multifactorial diseases. Research articles presented in this issue may be of great interest to pharmacologists, pharmacists, and physicians interested in the complementary treatment of disease.

Next year, there will be a 100-year celebration of quantum mechanics, but there is no consensus on the interpretation of this theory. This reprint presents recent works on one of the most intriguing interpretations, the many-worlds interpretation, presented at a workshop in October 2022 at Tel Aviv University. The many-worlds interpretation solves the measurement problem, avoids action at a distance and indeterminism, and does not contradict empirical evidence. The main question discussed in the workshop was as follows: why is it not in the consensus? Major issues such as preferred basis, the meaning of probability, non-locality, and alternative approaches were discussed, which are increasingly drawing attention in physics and philosophy. The contributions demonstrated a striking diversity in understanding the basic concepts. What are the worlds in the many-worlds interpretation? Do the worlds diverge or split? Is probability objective or subjective, or is it just an illusion? Can we

This reprint focuses on the recent advances in fluid power technology reporting results in a wide range of applications. Studies concerning the developments of pumps both at constant and variable displacement are reported. Analyses are focused on the improvement of efficiency, control, design and pressure ripple reduction. About fluid power, several applications are investigated with the aim of reducing energy losses, in particular implementations in an excavator, a hybrid transmission and a system for agricultural solutions are described.  Applications are studied focusing also on the effects of a particular load holding valve, and facing the relevant aspects of the condition monitoring, failure modes and effects analysis. The fluid power covers a very wide range of application as demonstrated by the paper concerning an exoskeleton device. Finally, a particular application concerning a gas pressure regulator with lower noise emission is reported. Related Books Advances in Fluid

We are experiencing the fourth industrial revolution, a time of significant change and innovation. Independent studies have their limitations, and multidisciplinary convergence that transcends the boundaries of academic disciplines is indispensable. This Special Issue on “Biotechnology and Sports Engineering” aims to share the latest research trends and explore future directions for development. In particular, biotechnology and sports engineering are intimately connected; together, they may significantly improve the quality of human life. Knowledge building is not just a matter of linearly adding to previous information, but making more synergistic and complementary choices. Knowledge must be exchanged continuously between disciplines to advance of human health and wellbeing. I would like to thank all who have contributed to this Special Issue, which would not have been possible without the talent and dedication of many authors, reviewers, and the editorial team of Applied Sciences

The aim of this book is to create a space for contributions on religious freedom in the Global South. The contributions speak to diverse themes underscoring religious freedom in the Global South including the impact of religious freedom on majority and minority religious communities, the relationship between religious freedom and the state, and the relationship between religious freedom and other fundamental human rights. Through the adoption of inter- and multidisciplinary approaches, and with reference to various religions such as Islam, Hinduism, Sufism, Sikhism, and Christianity, contributors address the themes across several regions in the world including Africa, South Asia, South-East Asia, South America, and Eastern Europe. Depending on the social, legal, and political context and by relying on diverse examples such as the Muslim call to prayer (adhan), domestic violence, animal sacrifice, religious conversions, abortion, the rights of LGBT persons, and religious education in

Next year (2018), we will be celebrating the 15th anniversary of the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health—IJERPH (ISSN 1660-4601). Hence, we are currently organizing a Special Issue to commemorate this important milestone. Founded in 2004, IJERPH has experienced a tremendous growth in terms of the number and quality of scientific publications. With a 2016 impact factor of 2.101, IJERPH now ranks among the top international journals in the emerging field of environmental research and public health. As described on our website (https://www.mdpi.com/journal/ijerph), IJERPH is a peer-reviewed journal that focuses on the publication of scientific and technical information on the impacts of natural phenomena and anthropogenic factors on the quality of our environment, the interrelationships between environmental health and the quality of life, as well as the socio-cultural, political, economic, and legal considerations related to environmental stewardship and pu

This Reprint presents a focused collection of recent research articles and reviews on small molecule modulators targeting emerging therapeutic pathways. The contributions highlight current advances in medicinal chemistry and chemical biology, integrating molecular design, synthesis, and biological evaluation to address complex disease mechanisms. Several studies report small molecules that modulate key signaling pathways, overcome therapeutic resistance, and promote regulated cell death, particularly in cancer models. Structural and mechanistic investigations provide molecular-level insights into target engagement, including enzyme and proteasome inhibition, supporting structure-guided drug design. Other contributions combine biophysical methods, computational modeling, and functional assays to clarify mechanisms of action and guide optimization. The Reprint also includes studies on immune and inflammatory modulation, studies on metabolic and lipid signaling regulation, and updated reviews on naturally derived inhibitors and hypoxia-responsive compounds. Together, these works emphasize multidisciplinary approaches and biological relevance in small molecule research. Overall, this Reprint reflects current trends in pathway-oriented therapeutic development and serves as a valuable reference for researchers in drug discovery, chemical biology, and pharmacological sciences.

This Special Issue highlights the urgent need for sustainable solutions in wastewater and waste treatment, showcasing 17 innovative contributions spanning life cycle assessments, biological remediation, circular economy models, and advanced purification technologies. Articles explore technoeconomic evaluations of gasification and PEM electrolysis, novel uses of biochar and nanocatalysts, and industrial recovery of bioplastics and antioxidants. With a focus on real-world applicability, this issue demonstrates how new biological, chemical, and hybrid approaches can enable the transition to resource-efficient, circular waste management. Key themes include pollutant degradation, energy recovery, and environmental impact reduction, all within the broader context of achieving a more sustainable future. This editorial underlines the importance of cross-sector collaboration to scale up these technologies and emphasizes the potential of digital tools, synthetic biology, and integrated treatments in driving innovation forward.

Over the last few decades, mycotoxins, toxic fungal secondary metabolites that frequently contaminate foods and feeds, have attracted great interest at both scientific and industrial levels. The toxicity of these compounds has led to several regulations in many countries to control and quantify these contaminants for their subsequent risk assessment. Many analytical methods have been developed, from rapid screening tests to mass spectrometry technology and the establishment of multi-mycotoxin-validated methods. At present, the food processing industry is looking for technologies to remove or reduce mycotoxins from food materials, with the aim of maintaining the nutritive value and palatability of the products treated. New non-destructive strategies, also known as innovative non-thermal food processing technologies, are being explored as an alternative to conventional thermal treatments for mycotoxin decontamination. The aim of the Special Issue “Evaluation and Prevention of Mycotoxin

Global cancer incidence and death are expected to increase in the next decades. Inappropriate therapeutic regimens and tumor recurrence due to the development of drug resistance are two major clinical challenges impacting poor patient outcomes, which is critical to the discovery and development of new anticancer drugs. Over the last few decades, the marine environment has proved to be a key source of molecules with potent anticancer properties. The Special Issue, “Marine Natural Products as Anticancer Agents 2.0”, gathered eleven publications, including two reviews and nine research articles, about the anticancer activities of marine natural and/or derived products on in vitro 2D and 3D cellular models, and/or in vivo models of colorectal, breast, lung, myeloma, liver, leukemia, and melanoma cancers. Altogether, the eleven scientific papers published in this Special Issue provide an exciting overview of marine natural products as potential anticancer agents. Related Books Marine Nat

Vitamin D has been the focus of tremendous ongoing scientific research throughout the past two decades. Its primogenetic undisputed role in bone mineralization has been expanded to a strikingly disparate amalgamation of transparent scientific cases and observational studies, randomized controlled trials of dubious design, and sporadically personal aphorisms and dogma. This phenomenon has led to the development of a burgeoning scientific field, in which substantial controversy is inevitably reflected in daily clinical practice, resulting in the precarious interpretation of not necessarily available results, lifestyle-affected vitamin D supplementation  Related Books Vitamin D in 2020 Public Health & Healthcare Vitamin D and Human Health Biology & Life Sciences A Commemorative Issue in Honor of Centennial of the Discovery of Vitamin D-The Central Role of Vitamin D in Physiology Biology & Life Sciences Vitamin D in Health and Disease (2nd Edition) Biology & Life Sciences ... Vitamin D

This book includes the 14 articles accepted and published in the Special Issue “Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM): Applications in Economics and Finance” of the MDPI journal Mathematics, which encompasses a wide range of topics connected with the theory and applications of PLS-SEM methodology. These topics involve, among others, prediction of stock market investment intention, institutional quality and international competitiveness, governance paradigms and public innovation, information and communication technologies in the supply chain, influence of the ability to absorb information from the environment and proactivity on the company's results, quality management, effects of the corporate social responsibility on financial performance, resource management for the improvement of the healthcare system, and the application of maximum entropy bootstrapping to time series. It is expected that the book will prove worthwhile and helpful for those working in the

Biofilms are multicellular sessile microbial communities embedded in hydrated extracellular polymeric matrices. Their formation is common in microbial life in most environments, whereas those formed on food-processing surfaces are of considerable interest in the context of food hygiene. Biofilm cells express properties that are distinct from planktonic ones, in particular, due to their notorious resistance to antimicrobial agents. Thus, a special feature of biofilms is that once they have developed, they are hard to eradicate, even when careful sanitization procedures are regularly applied. A large amount of ongoing research has investigated how and why surface-attached microbial communities develop such resistance, and several mechanisms can be acknowledged, such as heterogeneous metabolic activity, cell adaptive responses, diffusion limitations, genetic and functional diversification, and microbial interactions. The articles contained in this Special Issue deal with biofilms of some

Climate change and adverse soil conditions impose substantial abiotic stress on crops, presenting a major challenge to agricultural productivity and global food security. Advances in molecular genetics and genomics have enabled extensive genetic analysis and crop improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing abiotic stress tolerance, leading to significant achievements. This reprint comprises 13 articles focusing on abiotic stress in crops, including 10 research studies that investigate the response mechanisms of wheat, rice, maize, cotton, common bean, and Kentucky Bluegrass to various stresses (such as drought, heat, frost, salinity, and cadmium contamination), along with three review articles that synthesize research and technological advances in improving abiotic stress tolerance. These contributions provide key insights and a molecular foundation for molecular breeding and improvement of crops with enhanced abiotic stress tolerance.

"Alcohol-Induced Oxidative Stress in Health and Disease" explores the key role of oxidative stress in alcohol-related health conditions, offering a comprehensive investigation of its molecular mechanisms, clinical implications, and potential therapeutic strategies. This collection, curated from the Antioxidants (MDPI) Special Issue, brings together leading research on how alcohol consumption disrupts redox balance, contributes to tissue damage, and influences diseases such as liver and cardiovascular disorders and neurodegeneration.Featuring contributions from experts in biomedical research, toxicology, and clinical medicine, this reprint provides important insights into antioxidant defense mechanisms and emerging interventions. It could be an essential tool for researchers, clinicians, and public health professionals seeking to understand and mitigate the health impacts of alcohol-induced oxidative stress.Whether you are a scientist investigating the biochemical pathways of oxidative damage or a healthcare professional exploring new treatment approaches, this book might advance knowledge and improve health outcomes in alcohol-related diseases.

With the development of modern technology, advanced ceramics and alloy coatings have gradually become an important part of new materials and have become important materials in the development of many high-tech fields. They have received great attention from various industrially developed countries. Advanced ceramics and alloys, which have a specific fine structure and a series of excellent properties (e.g., high strength, high hardness, wear resistance, corrosion resistance, high temperature resistance, etc.), are widely used in various fields, such as national defense, chemical industry, metallurgy, electronics, machinery, aviation, aerospace, biomedicine, and so on.This reprint brings together the latest research results of some researchers in the field of ceramics, alloys, and their coatings, and it is hoped that the publication of this reprint will serve as a reference for students or researchers in the field of application and development of ceramics, alloys, and their coatings.

Introducing “A Feasible Approach for Natural Products to Treatment of Diseases”–an exploration of the therapeutic potential locked within nature’s abundant offerings. This comprehensive reprint delves into the fascinating realm of natural products, uncovering their inherent properties, mechanisms of action, and potential roles in effective disease management. Through extensive scientific research and reviews, the authors shed light on the immense potential of natural products as a viable approach to enhancing health and combating diseases. This reprint presents a diverse and multidimensional exploration, bridging the gap between traditional wisdom and contemporary scientific understanding and offering new avenues for healthcare professionals, researchers, and enthusiasts to harness the power of nature’s remarkable resources. As a catalyst for unlocking the healing potential of natural products, this reprint inspires further investigation and innovation, and drives us towards a future

Changes in lifestyle and a shift from a traditional to an industrialized/westernized diet has drastically increased the rates of diet-related chronic disease. This has led to an unprecedented explosion in the prevalence of obesity and being overweight, cancers, and chronic and metabolic diseases. The physiological mechanism of action of nutritional compounds is closely associated with their ability to recognize and modulate specific cellular enzymes or to affect the cell redox state. The identification of these targets is essential to recognize the mechanisms of action of nutritional compounds and their direct or indirect effects on cellular processes and functions in physiological and pathological conditions. Related Books Metabolic Features and Nutritional Interventions in Chronic Diseases Biology & Life Sciences ... Nutrition, Metabolism, and Obesity Biology & Life Sciences Diet and Nutrition Biology & Life Sciences Nutritional Support for Chronic Disease Biology & Life Sciences

In past decades, various sensor technologies have been used in all areas of our lives, thus improving our quality of life. In particular, imaging sensors have been widely applied in the development of various imaging approaches such as optical imaging, ultrasound imaging, X-ray imaging, and nuclear imaging, and contributed to achieve high sensitivity, miniaturization, and real-time imaging. These advanced image sensing technologies play an important role not only in the medical field but also in the industrial field. This Special Issue covers broad topics on imaging sensors and applications. The scope range of imaging sensors can be extended to novel imaging sensors and diverse imaging systems, including hardware and software advancements. Additionally, biomedical and nondestructive sensing applications are welcome. Related Books Advanced Sensing and Image Processing Techniques for Healthcare Applications Engineering Imaging: Sensors and Technologies Engineering Optical Sensors Tec

The Special Issue contains ten research papers, three of which review papers. It is a miscellaneous composition encompassing several applications where metal oxides play a key role. Some papers also give insights into novel synthesis methods and processes aiming to reduce negative environmental impacts and increase materials and process efficiency, thus also covering a broader concern of sustainability issues. The topics covered in this issues are: transparent conductive oxides, ceramic composites for tool applications, oxides nanoparticles for A-TIG welding, critical raw materials saving, metallurgical waste treatment, oxides for high temperature applications, nanostructured oxides and composites for gas sensing and desulfuration, and metal oxides sorbents for CO2 capture. Related Books Metal Oxide Nanomaterials Chemistry & Materials Science New Advances into Nanostructured Oxides Chemistry & Materials Science Metal Oxide Thin Films: Synthesis, Characterization and Applications Chemi

This book presents a comprehensive collection of peer-reviewed articles accepted and published in the Special Issue “Polynomials: Theory and Applications, 2nd Edition” of the MDPI journal Mathematics. The volume reflects the central role of polynomial theory in modern mathematical research and its growing impact on science, engineering, and applied disciplines. The contributions span a wide range of contemporary topics, including modern umbral calculus, Appell and Sheffer polynomial sequences, q-calculus and quantum calculus-based polynomial structures, orthogonal and multiple orthogonal polynomials, matrix and determinant approaches to polynomial systems, fractional calculus, symbolic computation, and analytic number theory. In addition, several papers explore applications of special polynomial sequences and special functions to physics, engineering, statistics, and related scientific fields. By bringing together both theoretical developments and application-oriented studies, this volume aims to serve as a valuable reference for researchers, graduate students, and practitioners seeking a deeper understanding of recent advances in polynomial theory and its interdisciplinary applications.