Technological Innovations for Managing Tropical Diseases / by Matthew Chidozie Ogwu, Sylvester Chibueze Izah.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Ogwu, Matthew Chidozie.

Contributor:

Izah, Sylvester Chibueze.

Series:

Health Information Science, 2366-0996

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Medical informatics.

Tropical medicine.

Public health.

Health Informatics.

Tropical Medicine.

Public Health.

Local Subjects:

Health Informatics.

Tropical Medicine.

Public Health.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (549 pages)

Edition:

1st ed. 2025.

Place of Publication:

Cham : Springer Nature Switzerland : Imprint: Springer, 2025.

Summary:

Tropical diseases continue to impose a significant burden on global health, particularly in low- and middle-income regions. These diseases challenge healthcare systems, exacerbate economic disparities, and threaten global public health. In this rapidly evolving landscape, integrating advanced technologies offers unprecedented opportunities to transform the prevention, diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment of tropical diseases. This groundbreaking volume explores biosensor advancements, wearable technologies, artificial intelligence, predictive modeling, mobile health, and biotechnological innovations. Each chapter delves into how these cutting-edge solutions address the unique challenges of tropical diseases, from improving diagnostics and disease surveillance to enabling equitable access to care in resource-limited settings. The book also examines the ethical, technical, and economic barriers to implementation, providing actionable strategies to overcome these challenges. Key features include: In-depth analysis of innovative diagnostic tools, including biosensors and IoT-enabled wearables. Insights into AI and machine learning applications for outbreak prediction and resource allocation. Case studies of mobile health, telemedicine, and robotics in tropical disease management. Exploration of biotechnological and therapeutic advances tailored to tropical diseases. Critical analysis of ethical considerations, data security, and equitable technology access. A forward-looking perspective on emerging trends and their alignment with global health goals. Aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), this book emphasizes the role of technology in achieving SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being) and SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure). It is an indispensable resource for public health professionals, researchers, policymakers, bioengineers, healthcare technologists, and academics seeking to address the complexities of tropical diseases with innovative, sustainable solutions. This is a transformative guide to leveraging technology for a healthier, more resilient world.

Contents:

Chapter1. Introduction to Tropical Diseases

Chapter.2. Technological Advances for Diagnosing Tropical Diseases

Chapter.3. Biosensors and Wearable Technologies for Early Detection and Monitoring of Tropical Diseases

Chapter.4. Innovations in Disease Surveillance and Monitoring

Chapter.5.Technologies for Predictive Modeling of Tropical Diseases

Chapter.6. Statistical Models for Effective Management of Tropical Diseases

Chapter.7 Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Tropical Disease Management

Chapter.8. Mobile Health and Telemedicine for Tropical Diseases

Chapter.9. Smart Technologies for Tropical Disease Prevention and Control

Chapter 10. Biotechnological Innovations for Tropical Disease Management

Chapter.11.Biotechnological Innovations for Tropical Disease Management

Chapter.12. Technological Innovations in Tropical Diseases Treatment and Therapeutics

Chapter.13. Challenges and Ethical Considerations in Technological Interventions in the Management of Tropical Diseases

Chapter 14 Potential Future Trends in Managing Tropical Diseases.

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ISBN:

9783031826221

3031826221

OCLC:

1503844507