Interdisciplinary Advances in Endocrinology / edited by Hossein Gharib, Bagher Larijani, Mandana Hasanzad.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Gharib, Hossein.

Series:

Medicine Series

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Endocrinology.

Local Subjects:

Endocrinology.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (363 pages)

Edition:

1st ed. 2025.

Place of Publication:

Singapore : Springer Nature Singapore : Imprint: Springer, 2025.

Summary:

The field of endocrinology is concerned with the hormonal mechanisms that regulate many bodily functions, including metabolism, growth, reproduction, electrolytes and water balance. In recent years, endocrinology has expanded to include a broader range of human experiences, such as aging and longevity, gender identity, and transplantation. These developments have been made possible by interdisciplinary research in endocrinology. Molecular modeling has led to the development of novel medications, and stem cell research has opened new avenues for treating previously incurable endocrine diseases, such as diabetes. However, these advances have also given rise to new ethical dilemmas that require interdisciplinary research to resolve. For example, medical ethicists, philosophers, and religious authorities are engaged in heated debates regarding the use of stem cells and the potential risks associated with dismantling the human embryo, which many consider to be the alteration of human life. This book addresses some of these challenges, caused by recent advances in the biology and medicine, and hopes to shed light on their impact in the field of endocrinology. This book is primarily intended for endocrinologists, but we hope it will also be useful to scientists and practitioners in other medical fields, and a guide for future medical practice and research. .

Contents:

Chapter 1. Historical aspects of Endocrinology and Hormones

Chapter 2. Genetics Endocrine

Chapter 3. Analytical Chemistry and Endocrinology

Chapter 4. Artificial Intelligence and Endocrinology

Chapter 5. Regenerative Medicine and Endocrinology

Chapter 6. Evidence-based Approach to Endocrinology

Chapter 7. The Molecular Modeling in Endocrinology

Chapter 8. Metabolomics and Genomics in Endocrinology

Chapter 9. Microbiota in Endocrine Disorders

Chapter 10. Precision Medicine and Endocrinology

Chapter 11. Traditional Medicine and Endocrinology

Chapter 12. Healthy aging, Longevity, and Endocrinology

Chapter 13. Gender identity and Endocrinology

Chapter 14. Sports Medicine and Endocrinology

Chapter 15. Ethical Considerations in Endocrinology.

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ISBN:

981-9522-86-2

9789819522866

OCLC:

1572209267