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The Special Issue “Placental Related Disorders of Pregnancy” was edited by Dr Hiten D. Mistry, Department of Women and Children's Health, School of Life Course and Population Health Sciences, King's College London, London, UK and Dr Eun D. Lee, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Virginia Commonwealth University Health System, Richmond, VA, USA. Related Books Pathogenesis of Pregnancy-Related Complication Biology & Life Sciences Physiology and Pathophysiology of Placenta Biology & Life Sciences Update on Diagnosis and Management of Preeclampsia and Fetal Growth Restriction Medicine & Pharmacology Clinical Diagnosis and Management of Pregnancy Complications Medicine & Pharmacology Molecular and Cellular Mechanisms of Preeclampsia Biology & Life 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 Indexi

Emerging Trends in Beverage Processing describes several non-thermal emerging technologies and biotechnologies. The use of non-thermal technologies represnts the future of food processing because due to the ability of such technologies to increase the shelf life, preserving nutritional and sensory quality. This book considers several promising technologies, such as: hyperbaric storage, ultrasound, high pressure homogeneization, pulsed light, cold plasma and pulsed electric fields, together with other emerging biotechnologies. Related Books Emerging Non-Thermal Food Processing Technologies Biology & Life Sciences ... Optimization of Non-thermal Technology in Food Processing Biology & Life Sciences ... Novel Thermal and Non-thermal Technologies towards Sustainability and Microbiological Food Safety and Quality Biology & Life Sciences Thermal and Non-Thermal Treatments to Preserve and Encourage Bioactive Compounds in Fruit and Vegetables Based Products Biology & Life Sciences ... Appli

Nanostructured zinc oxide materials are capturing a great deal of interest thanks to their outstanding and multifunctional properties, enabling broad series of intervention in the field of nanomedicine. ZnO can be easily prepared in a broad variety of shapes and shows anticancer and antimicrobial properties that are of interest for tissue engineering, controlled delivery of therapeutics, and even theranostics. This book is thus dedicated to the most recent advances in the field, presented as a collection of research papers and reviews. It spans from the synthesis and characterization of ZnO nanomaterials to their applications in the nanomedicine field, ranging from anticancer nanotherapeutics to dental implants and antibacterial agents. Related Books Novel ZnO-Based Nanostructures Chemistry & Materials Science ZnO and TiO2 Based Nanostructures Chemistry & Materials Science Zinc Oxide Nanostructures: Synthesis and Characterization Chemistry & Materials Science ZnO Nanowires: Growth, Pr

This Reprint is a collection of high-quality research papers from the Special Issue “Advanced Research in Pure and Applied Algebra” of the journal Mathematics, focusing on the latest research progress and innovative achievements in pure and applied algebra. It covers a wide range of core research directions in algebra, including Lie theory, cluster algebra, brace, ring theory, representation theory, quantum algebra, and matrix algebra. The included 13 papers explore the commutativity of quotient rings, properties of Lie ideals and homoderivations in semiprime rings, equivalent standard forms of tropical matrices, the structure of i-commutative rings, G-weak graded rings and modules, derivation algebras of quantum groups, generalized (α,β)-derivations involving prime ideals, cohomology of modified Rota–Baxter pre-Lie algebras, ribbon elements of quantum doubles of generalized Taft–Hopf algebras and other important algebraic research topics. All contributions are peer-reviewed and written by renowned scholars and young researchers in the algebraic field worldwide, reflecting the current cutting-edge research trends and development directions of pure and applied algebra. This Reprint provides valuable research references and inspiration for mathematicians, researchers, and graduate students engaged in algebraic research, and it is expected to promote the in-depth development of related research fields and the exchange of academic ideas among international scholars.

This Special Issue addresses the pressing challenges posed by rapidly expanding urban infrastructure and the need for sustainable transportation development. As global urbanization accelerates, the safe and efficient use of underground space has become essential for transportation networks, energy storage, and resilient city planning. This collection advances the scientific foundation for mitigating construction risks, optimizing structural design, and protecting existing infrastructure—enhancing public safety, minimizing economic losses, and supporting environmentally responsible development. The Issue compiles 10 peer-reviewed papers with topics such as the impact of underground construction on adjacent pile foundations, stability analysis of soft rock tunnels, rockburst mechanisms in deep tunnels, and the mechanical behavior simulations of TBM segment. Together, these contributions not only address key gaps in predicting underground structural performance but also offer a roadmap for future construction standards—paving the way for safer, more cost-effective, and ecologically integrated underground development worldwide.

With the popularity of the social media, a large amount of user-generated content, such as comments, is emerging, which is crucial for all industries. Recently, the development of deep learning and computing power have made it possible to handle complex data. However, there are still some including (but are not limited to): (1) How can we construct a multi-modal sentiment analysis framework? (2) How can we accurately extract aspect–sentiment quadruples? (3) How can we generate fine-grained sentiment text? To tackle these challenges, this Special Issue focuses on multi-modal sentiment analysis, aspect–sentiment extraction, interpretability, and so on. In the following, we briefly summarize the selected two papers that we believe will make significant contributions. (1) "Generative Aspect Sentiment Quad Prediction with Self-Inference Template" by Li et al., considered that current research predominantly confines templates to single sentences, limiting the model’s reasoning opportunities. Therefore, the authors introduce a self-inference template (SIT) to guide the model in thoughtful reasoning. (2) "Interpretability in Sentiment Analysis: A Self-Supervised Approach to Sentiment Cue Extraction" by Sun et al., proposes a new sentiment cue extraction (SCE) self-supervised framework, aimed at improving the interpretability of models. In conclusion, we extend our heartfelt appreciation to all the authors and reviewers who selflessly put their energy to ensure the successful completion of this Special Issue.

Ionizing radiation (IR) exposure can be deleterious for living tissues and eventually lead to illness or even death. DNA breakdown and the overproduction of highly reactive free radicals, reactive oxygen species (ROS) and reactive nitrogen species (RNS) are considered initiators of IR-induced molecular and cellular damages, whereas NO, TGF-β and other pro-inflammatory cytokines are the primary effectors involved in radiation bystander effects (RIBE). Radiomodulators can reduce (radioprotectors and radiomitigators) or increase (radiosensitizers) IR damage. Past world events have highlighted the urgent need to develop predictive biomarkers of the IR absorbed dose and radiation countermeasures to reduce IR damage. Despite the strong economic and scientific efforts over the last decades, at present, drugs for effective protection against lethal IRs remain an unmet need. Moreover, the development of radiosensitizers that selectively increase IR damage in cancer cells but protecting, or at

The aim of this Special Issue is to collect reports regarding all the recent strategies, directed at the improvement of antineoplastic activity of drugs in cancer progression, engaging all the expertise needed for the development of new anticancer drugs: medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, molecular biology, and computational and drug delivery studies. Related Books Recent Advances of Novel Pharmaceutical Designs for Anti-cancer Therapies Biology & Life Sciences Anticancer Drugs 2021 Chemistry & Materials Science Anticancer Drugs Medicine & Pharmacology Anticancer Drugs Activity and Underlying Mechanisms Biology & Life Sciences ... Novel Anticancer Strategies Medicine & Pharmacology 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 and Distribution Further Information: Book Series Reprints Book/Chapter Proc

The innovations in construction materials that have been made due to the development of different varieties of concrete have led to innovations in structural applications and design. This Special Issue mainly focuses on state-of-the-art research progress in high-performance concrete, including the effect and characteristics of fibers on the properties of high-performance concrete, the CO2 curing efficiency of high-performance cement composites, and the effect of nano materials when used in ultra-high-performance concrete. This Special Issue also contains two comprehensive review articles covering the following topics: the role of supplementary cementitious materials in ultra-high-performance concrete and recent progress in nanomaterials in cement-based materials. Readers working towards conducting research on innovative construction materials will be exposed to findings related to this topic in this Special Issue. Related Books High-Performance Concrete Chemistry & Materials Science

The energy transition is one of the key approaches in the effort to halt climate changes, and it has become even more essential in the light of the recent COVID-19 pandemic. Fostering the energy efficiency and the energy independence of the building sector is a focal aim to move towards a decarbonized society. In this context, building physics and building energy systems are fundamental disciplines based on applied physics applications in civil, architectural, and environmental engineering, including technical themes related to the planning of energy and the environment, diagnostic methods, and mitigating techniques. This Special Issue contains information on experimental studies in the following research topics: renewable energy sources, building energy analysis, rational use of energy, heat transmission, heating and cooling systems, thermofluid dynamics, smart energy systems, and energy service management in buildings. Related Books Building Physics and Building Energy Systems Engin

“Recent Advances in 3D Printing Technologies in Bioengineering” is a reprint of a Special Issue in the Journal of Manufacturing and Materials Processing, which contains research articles in the field of Additive Manufacturing for Bioengineering by research experts on this topic from industry and academia from around the world. It also features extended versions of selected papers presented on this topic at ESB-2024 the 29th Congress of the European Society of Biomechanics (Edinburgh, Scotland, 30th June–3rd July 2024). Three-dimensional (3D) printing technology, also known as additive manufacturing (AM), has emerged as an attractive state-of-the-art tool for fabricating functional materials with precision and complex geometries and has demonstrated tremendous potential in bioengineering. This Special Issue reprint contains research articles that deal with cutting-edge technologies in various 3D-printing methods, including future strategies for developing materials and 3D-printed devices, such as: Additively manufactured polymer and hydrogel scaffolds for Biomedical use; Metal additive manufacturing for load-bearing orthopaedic implants; Geometric design and structure–function relationships in additive manufacturing; Biomechanical modelling and testing of spine and vertebral systems; Mechanical characterisation and performance validation of additively manufactured biomedical structures; Computational design, multiscale modelling and optimisation in biomedical additive manufacturing.

The growing share of renewable energy sources in electricity grids poses a challenge in maintaining power quality due to the variability of generation and the resulting disturbances such as voltage sags, harmonic distortions, frequency deviations and imbalances. Overcoming these problems requires advanced power electronic converters, energy storage systems such as supercapacitors and sophisticated control strategies. Microgrids that integrate RES, storage and loads offer flexible operation in both grid-connected and islanded modes. This Special Issue presents the latest advances in improving grid quality and renewable energy control. Topics include power factor correction for unbalanced and distorted loads, modeling and parameter identification of supercapacitors using hybrid optimization, and novel pulse width modulation techniques to reduce switching losses and improve inverter efficiency. Furthermore, the detection of disturbances using wavelet transforms and neural convolutional networks, as well as the analysis of motor vibrations under distorted voltage conditions, are covered. Control strategies, such as backstepping for neutral-point clamped inverters, enable the reduction of harmonics and the equalization of the DC link voltage. Hierarchical and distributed voltage control using phasor measurement devices improves coordination and reduces constraints in distribution grids. In addition, optimization algorithms such as the Gray Wolf Optimizer are used to tune the parameters of PI controllers in multiphase motor drives for better speed stability.

This reprint, entitled “Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation: Clinical Updates and Perspectives”, encompasses significant advancements in CPR, reflecting its critical role in emergency care. This Special Issue consolidates thirteen meticulously selected papers, including eleven research articles and two reviews, highlighting the latest in CPR research and practices. The key areas explored here include high-fidelity simulation models in enhancing training effectiveness, innovative pre-hospital interventions like drone-delivered AEDs, and telemedicine advancements. The contributions in this Special Issue emphasize the importance of pre-hospital care, with studies showcasing improved survival rates through early interventions. This reprint also delves into post-resuscitation care, discussing neuroprognostication and novel therapeutic approaches. Additionally, it addresses pediatric resuscitation challenges, emphasizing age-appropriate techniques. Emerging concepts like Controlled Automated Reperfusion of the Whole Body (CARL) represent a paradigm shift, aiming to optimize organ recovery post cardiac arrest. This Special Issue underscores the dynamic evolution of CPR practices, driven by continuous clinical updates and collaborative innovation, ultimately enhancing patient outcomes across diverse age groups and clinical scenarios.

This reprint focuses on applied research for the discovery of new raw material resources, for example, raw materials that can replace animal proteins and fats, sugar and salt, gluten from bakery products etc. The use of these unconventional raw materials in manufacturing recipes is a great challenge for specialists in the field, but also in terms of consumer acceptability and legislation in force. Additionally, this reprint presents some studies that have one thing in common: they all focus on finding new raw materials that can be used in food manufacturing recipes. These raw materials have been studied from a physicochemical, sensory, and food safety perspective. Related Books Novel Foods, Food-Grade Materials, and Environmentally Friendly Compounds from Food Waste Biology & Life Sciences ... Eco-Novel Food and Feed Biology & Life Sciences ... Agro-Food Chain By-Products and Plant Origin Food to Obtain High-Value-Added Foods Biology & Life Sciences ... The Use of Waste Products fr

This Special Issue, entitled “Advanced Polymer Nanocomposites”, collects high-level original and review papers, focused on scientific discussions and practical applications in the field of functional polymer nanocomposites, including (a) optoelectronic materials (papers 1–6), (b) biomedical materials (papers 7–12), and (c) other functional polymer nanocomposites (papers 13–18). Related Books Advanced Polymer Nanocomposites II Chemistry & Materials Science Nanocomposites of Polymers and Inorganic Nanoparticles Chemistry & Materials Science Advanced Polymer Composite Materials Chemistry & Materials Science Advanced Biopolymer-Based Nanocomposites and Hybrid Materials Chemistry & Materials Science Preparation and Application of Polymer Nanocomposites Biology & Life 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 D

This book presents some of the latest available information on automated ECG analysis written by many of the leading researchers in the field. It contains a historical introduction, an outline of the latest international standards for signal processing and communications and then an exciting variety of studies on electrophysiological modelling, ECG Imaging, artificial intelligence applied to resting and ambulatory ECGs, body surface mapping, big data in ECG based prediction, enhanced reliability of patient monitoring, and atrial abnormalities on the ECG. It provides an extremely valuable contribution to the field. Related Books EEG Signal Processing Techniques and Applications Engineering Intelligent Biosignal Analysis Methods Computer Science & Mathematics EEG Signal Processing for Biomedical Applications Medicine & Pharmacology ... EEG Signal Processing Techniques and Applications Engineering New Frontiers in Electrocardiography, Cardiac Arrhythmias, and Arrhythmogenic Disorders M

This highly informative and carefully presented book discusses the preparation, processing, characterization and applications of different types of nanoenergetic materials, as well as the tailoring of their properties. It gives an overview of recent advances of outstanding classes of energetic materials applied in the fields of physics, chemistry, aerospace, defense, and materials science, among others. The content of this book is relevant to researchers in academia and industry professionals working on the development of advanced nanoenergetic materials and their applications. Related Books Molecular Design and Synthesis of Novel Energetic Compounds Chemistry & Materials Science Advanced Energetic Materials: Testing and Modeling Chemistry & Materials Science Advanced Materials for Energy and Environmental Applications Chemistry & Materials Science ... Advanced Nanomaterials for Electrochemical Energy Conversion and Storage Computer Science & Mathematics ... Synthesis, Processing and

This Reprint collects selected contributions from the Special Issue dedicated to innovative and functionalized polymers, offering an updated overview of recent advances in polymer science and engineering. In recent years, significant progress has been achieved in the development of natural and synthetic polymers with enhanced mechanical, thermal, electrical, and surface properties, expanding their potential across multiple high-value applications. Modern strategies for polymer processing and modification include chemical functionalization, incorporation of nano- and micro-scale fillers, fabrication of hybrid and composite systems, and advanced manufacturing techniques that enable precise control over morphology and structural architecture. The possibility of tailoring composition, porosity, interface properties, and three-dimensional organization has paved the way for next-generation materials designed for flexible electronics, sensing technologies, energy systems, soft devices, and biomedical applications. This Reprint highlights interdisciplinary research focused on the design, development, characterization, and practical implementation of advanced polymer-based materials. It provides a comprehensive perspective on current trends and emerging directions in the field, emphasizing multifunctionality, performance optimization, and application-driven innovation.

According to data from the International Energy Agency (IEA), buildings and construction together account for 30\% of global final energy consumption and 27\% of total energy sector emissions. The building sector has been making efforts to reduce carbon emissions for many years. However, there is still a long way to go to meet the Net-Zero Emissions by 2050 Scenario. Given the large amount of new construction every year, it is necessary to significantly increase the proportion of green buildings, including new buildings with green design and construction and the green retrofitting of existing buildings. The green building concept has been around for decades, aiming to reduce the environmental impacts of buildings over their life cycle. Different green building assessment tools have been developed, such as LEED, BREEAM, BEAM Plus, etc., and many buildings have been labelled as green buildings worldwide. However, the number of green buildings is still a small percentage of the existing building stocks. Therefore, it has become necessary to further promote the green concept in future building design and construction by involving different stakeholders. Moreover, the green retrofitting of existing buildings will provide important contributions to achieve net-zero emission goals. New technologies and materials will also bring disruptions for the future development of green buildings.

Collectively, these research papers and reviews are focused on green, eco-friendly, and easily scalable processes, with a view to facilitate a sustainable and circular economy. Some research papers deal with new extraction procedures to obtain cellulose or lignin, the recycling of biomass into high-value-added materials, as well as important developments in research and technology, which have also been reported in the study of some proteins and different polysaccharides such as chitosan, tea polysaccharides, and hyaluronan, how to reduce sugars in foods to obtain silver nanoparticles, and the valorization of some byproducts such as Nopal Mucilage and milk whey hydrolysates. This Reprint is addressed to experts interested in the large-scale development/valorization of different natural resources into high-value materials, engineers, researchers, and PhD students who may be performing their studies using the modern techniques used in the published papers.

Mycotoxins contamination is a continuing global problem that severely affects animal health and performance, and further threatens food safety. The industry's common aspiration is to eliminate feed mycotoxins contamination and control their hazards. In recent years, animal mycotoxicosis has occurred frequently all over the world, which has brought huge economic losses to the agriculture industry. The potential damage caused by mycotoxins-induced decreased disease resistance in animals and food safety problems in human health is incalculable. There is a long way to go to prevent mycotoxins hazards. Biodegradation is a promising strategy to eliminate mycotoxins as it can transform mycotoxins into nontoxic or less toxic metabolites under mild conditions, retaining the sensory quality and nutritional value of agricultural commodities. Moreover, animals have a certain ability to detoxify mycotoxins, and some bioactive substances, such as lipoic acid, sporoderm-broken spores of Ganoderma l

Quantum field theory has achieved some extraordinary successes over the past sixty years; however, it retains a set of challenging problems. It is not yet able to describe gravity in a mathematically consistent manner. CP violation remains unexplained. Grand unified theories have been eliminated by experiment, and a viable unification model has yet to replace them. Even the highly successful quantum chromodynamics, despite significant computational achievements, struggles to provide theoretical insight into the low-energy regime of quark physics, where the nature and structure of hadrons are determined. The only proposal for resolving the fine-tuning problem, low-energy supersymmetry, has been eliminated by results from the LHC. Since mathematics is the true and proper language for quantitative physical models, we expect new mathematical constructions to provide insight into physical phenomena and fresh approaches for building physical theories. Related Books Progress in Group Fiel

This Special Issue of Cancers focuses on new advances in the treatment of renal cell carcinoma, both surgical and pharmacological (and combinations of these), and novel approaches to tackle treatment resistance and improve our understanding of this phenomenon. Related Books Renal Cell Carcinoma Public Health & Healthcare Clear Cell Renal Cell Carcinoma 2022–2023 Biology & Life Sciences ... Advances in the Treatment of Kidney and Upper Urinary Tract Cancers Biology & Life Sciences ... Clear Cell Renal Cell Carcinoma 2021–2022 Medicine & Pharmacology Advances in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Genitourinary Cancers Medicine & Pharmacology 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 and Distribution Further Information: Book Series Reprints Book/Chapter Processing Charges Pay an Invoice Open Access Polic

This Special Issue deals with the fascinating material class of nanocomposites consisting of extremely small particles (nanoparticles) which are embedded in polymers. Such materials are of paramount interest in various disciplines, especially chemistry, physics, biomedicine and materials science. Due to the diversity of the components of nanocomposites, they provide a broad spectrum of material properties and applications. The versatility of nanocomposites is indeed reflected by the research covered in this Special Issue. The field of nanocomposites includes innovative science and a source of inspiration for currently relevant economic topics as well as for envisaged technologies of the future. Indeed, this volume alludes to strategies for the preparation of nanocomposites and possibilities for a variety of applications, such as catalytic reactions, gas barriers, high refractive index materials, corrosion protection, electromagnetic inference (EMI) shielding, lithium ion batteries, ti