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Physiology, Biophysics, and Biomedical EngineeringEdited by

Andrew W. WoodSwinburne University of Technology, Hawthorn, Victoria, AustraliaSeries: Medical Physics and Biomedical Engineering

Showing how biophysics and biomedical engineering have advanced modern medicine, this text provides a multidisciplinary understanding of biological phenomena and the instrumentation for monitoring these phenomena. It also explores the application of physics and engineering methods to medicine and biology. The book includes a range of numerical problems with worked solutions and offers MATLAB® code for advanced mathematical analysis of physiological and clinical monitoring systems. A solutions manual is available upon qualifying course adoption.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4200-6513-8 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4398-9136-0 February 2012, 7 x 10, 782 pp. Suggested Price: $104.95 / £51.99

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Physics of Nuclear RadiationsConcepts, Techniques and ApplicationsChary RangacharyuluUniversity of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Canada, and Nelson Mandela African Institute of Science and Technology (NM-AIST), Arusha, Tanzania

This text makes the physics of nuclear radiations accessible to students with a basic background in physics and mathematics. Rather than convince students one way or the other about the hazards of nuclear radiations, the text empowers them with tools to calculate and assess nuclear radiations and their impact. It discusses the meaning behind mathematical formulae as well as the areas in which the equations can be applied. Coverage includes archeology, health, and medical physics applications. A solutions manual is available upon qualifying course adoption.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-5777-9 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4822-2929-5 December 2013, 6-1/8 x 9-1/4, 383 pp. Suggested Price: $99.95 / £57.99

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Statistical Computing in Nuclear ImagingArkadiusz SitekMassachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, USASeries: Medical Physics and Biomedical Engineering

Designed for advanced undergraduate and graduate students in biomedical engineering and medical physics, this self-contained, classroom-tested book presents computing methods for medical imaging, particularly image reconstruction and visualization. Taking a practical, hands-on approach, the author emphasizes high performance computing applications to imaging, includes a range of programming codes, and offers coverage of the latest computing techniques. Java codes and a C/C++ library are downloadable for students to use with the projects in the book as well as their own applications. Figure slides are available upon qualifying course adoption.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-4934-7 December 2014, 6-1/8 x 9-1/4, 279 pp. Suggested Price: $119.95 / £63.99

Practical UltrasoundAn Illustrated Guide, Second EditionJane AltyLeeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and University of Leeds, UK

Edward HoeyHeart of England NHS Foundation Trust and University of Birmingham, UK

Focusing on the scans regularly encountered in a busy ultrasound department, this text contains everything practitioners need to know to become competent and skilled in scanning. Commended by the British Medical Association, it presents the general principles of ultrasound, discusses using the ultrasound machine, and provides step-by-step instructions on how to perform scans. High-quality images and handy tips supplement the directions. Organized according to anatomical site, the chapters include a review section on useful anatomy, examples of common and clinically relevant pathologies, and notes on the salient features of these conditions.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4441-6829-7 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4822-1924-1 August 2013, 8 1/2 x 10 5/8, 295 pp., Soft Cover Suggested Price: $79.95 / £49.99

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Applied Medical Image Processing, Second EditionA Basic CourseWolfgang BirkfellnerMedical University of Vienna, Austria

Avoiding excessive mathematical formalisms, this second edition of a bestseller delivers an ideal introduction to medical image processing, presenting key principles and algorithms using simple MATLAB®/Octave scripts. It not only discusses data storage, transformations, segmentation, rendering, registration, and reconstruction, but also contains a chapter on clinical applications and an image-guided therapy tutorial. The text includes examples from radiology, internal medicine, surgery, and radiation therapy. A solutions manual is available upon qualifying course adoption.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4665-5557-0 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4665-5560-0 March 2014, 7 x 10, 455 pp. Suggested Price: $79.95 / £49.99

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Measurement and Detection of Radiation4th EditionNicholas TsoulfanidisUniversity of Nevada, Reno, USA

Sheldon LandsbergerThe University of Texas, Austin, USA

This fourth edition reflects recent major developments that have occurred in radiation detector materials, systems, and applications. It continues to provide the most practical and up-to-date introduction to radiation detector technology, proper measurement techniques, and analysis of results for engineers and scientists using radiation sources. New chapters emphasize the expanded use of radiation detection systems in nuclear non-proliferation, homeland security, and nuclear medicine. The book also discusses the correct ways to perform measurements following current health physics procedures. A solutions manual is available upon qualifying course adoption.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4822-1549-6 February 2015, 8 x 10, 611 pp., Pack - Book and Ebook Suggested Price: $134.95 / £85.00

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Clark’s Pocket Handbook for RadiographersCharles Sloane, Ken Holmes, Craig Anderson, and A. Stewart Whitley

This hands-on guide provides clear and practical advice to help radiographers in their day-to-day work. Designed for rapid reference, it covers how to position the patient and the central ray, describes the essential image characteristics, and illustrates each radiographic projection with a positioning photograph and a radiograph. Together with key points, this information helps the radiographer achieve the ideal image result. The book also covers image evaluation, medical abbreviations, relevant normal blood values, and radiation protection.

Print ISBN: 978-0-340-93993-2 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4822-1256-3 April 2010, 5-1/4 x 7-3/4, 272 pp., Soft Cover Suggested Price: $33.95 / £19.99

Rapid Review of RadiologyShahid HussainHeart of England NHS Foundation Trust, Birmingham, UK

Sherif A.A. Latif and Adrian D. HallRussells Hall Hospital, Dudley, West Midlands, UKSeries: Medical Rapid Review

In this book, 191 cases help readers understand the practical aspects of image recognition and differential diagnosis. The selection of cases is broad enough to provide an introduction, with more testing cases for those in the later stages of training. Each self-test case is presented with an image, or set of images, together with the pertinent clinical details. The authors present the solution and explanation along with differential diagnoses that logically derive from the images and history. The correct diagnosis is followed by discussion of the underlying problem, strategy points, and main imaging findings.

Print ISBN: 978-1-84076-120-7 eBook ISBN: 978-1-84076-639-4 May 2010, 261 x 194 mm, 352 pp., Soft Cover Suggested Price: $75.95 / £46.99

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Imaging for StudentsFourth EditionDavid A. LisleRoyal Children’s and Brisbane Private Hospitals and University of Queensland Medical School, Brisbane, Australia

With step-by-step guidance on the range of imaging techniques available, this book provides a clear explanation of how each imaging modality actually works. Focusing on common diseases that medical students most frequently encounter, it highlights the associated risks and hazards and the importance of patient preparation and post-procedure observation. This edition covers perfusion imaging and PET and includes a chapter on imaging in oncology. Heavily illustrated, it contains tables, lists, and summary boxes. A website provides additional images and MCQs for self-assessment.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4441-2182-7 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4822-1359-1 January 2012, 7-1/2 x 9-3/4, 312 pp., Soft Cover Suggested Price: $43.95 / £26.99

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Introduction to BioMEMSAlbert FolchUniversity of Washington, Seattle, USA

This classroom-tested book—in color throughout —covers the whole breadth of this dynamic field, including classical microfabrication, microfluidics, tissue engineering, cell-based and noncell-based devices, and implantable systems. It gives readers a real sense of how the field has grown by providing historical perspectives and covering the state of the art. The text contains problem sets, design challenges, key references, and over 400 color figures, most of which are from the original researchers. Downloadable PowerPoint slides are available for instructors. An instructor’s manual is available upon qualifying course adoption.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-1839-8 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4398-1840-4 August 2012, 7 x 10, 528 pp. Suggested Price: $93.95 / £59.99

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Webb’s Physics of Medical ImagingSecond EditionEdited by

M A FlowerInstitute of Cancer Research/Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust, UKSeries: Medical Physics and Biomedical Engineering

Since the publication of the bestselling first edition, the technology and clinical applications of medical imaging have changed significantly. Gathering these developments into one volume, this comprehensive second edition presents the basic physics, modern technology, and examples of clinical application across all the modalities of medical imaging. It now covers state-of-the-art detector technology and computer processing used in medical imaging. Along with many new examples and figures, this edition includes new chapters on medical image processing and multimodality imaging.

Print ISBN: 978-0-7503-0573-0 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4200-1241-5 June 2012, 7 x 10, 864 pp. Suggested Price: $93.95 / £51.99

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Clark’s Essential Physics in Imaging for RadiographersKen HolmesUniversity of Cumbria, UK

Marcus ElkingtonSheffield Hallam University, UK

Phil HarrisUniversity of Cumbria, UK

An invaluable tool for students, assistant practitioners, and radiographers, this easy-to-understand pocket guide provides an accessible introduction to the subject in a reader-friendly format. With diagrams and photographs to support the text, each chapter provides clear learning objectives and a series of MCQs to test reader assimilation of the material. The book opens with overviews of image production, basic mathematics, and physics relevant to medical imaging and follows with detailed chapters on the physics relevant to producing diagnostic images using x-rays.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4441-4561-8 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4822-0677-7 October 2013, 5-1/4 x 7-3/4, 214 pp., Soft Cover Suggested Price: $31.95 / £19.99







Image Processing in Radiation TherapyEdited by

Kristy K. BrockUniversity of Michigan, Ann Arbor, USA

Images from CT, MRI, PET, and other medical instrumentation have become central to the radiotherapy process in the past two decades, thus requiring medical physicists, clinicians, dosimetrists, radiation therapists, and trainees to integrate and segment these images efficiently and accurately in a clinical environment. This book presents an up-to-date, detailed treatment of techniques and algorithms for the registration, segmentation, reconstruction, and evaluation of imaging data. It describes how these tools are used in radiation planning, treatment delivery, and outcomes assessment.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-3017-8 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4398-3018-5 August 2013, 8-1/2 x 11, 286 pp. Suggested Price: $129.95 / £82.00

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Informatics in Radiation OncologyEdited by

George StarkschallThe University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, USA

R. Alfredo C. SiochiUniversity of Iowa College of Medicine, Iowa City, USA

This book discusses the benefits of applying informatics principles to the processes within radiotherapy. It explores how treatment and imaging information is represented, stored, and retrieved as well as how this information relates to other patient data. The book deepens readers’ knowledge of current and emerging information technology and informatics principles applied to radiation oncology. The result is that all the data gathered—from laboratory results to medical images—can be fully exploited to make treatments more effective and processes more efficient.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-2582-2 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4398-2583-9 September 2013, 8-1/2 x 11, 329 pp. Suggested Price: $149.95 / £95.00

Proton and Carbon Ion TherapyEdited by

C.-M. Charlie MaFox Chase Cancer Center, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

Tony LomaxPaul Scherrer Institute, Schweiz, Switzerland

A guide to using proton and carbon ion therapy in modern cancer treatment, this book offers a balanced and critical assessment of state-of-the-art technologies, major challenges, and the future outlook of the field. It covers the physics and radiobiology basics of proton and ion beams, dosimetry methods and radiation measurements, and treatment delivery systems. The book also gives practical guidance on patient setup, target localization, and treatment planning for clinical proton and carbon ion therapy, offering detailed reports on the treatment of various cancers.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-1607-3 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4398-1608-0 October 2012, 8-1/2 x 11, 250 pp. Suggested Price: $135.95 / £86.00

Tomosynthesis ImagingEdited by

Ingrid ReiserUniversity of Chicago, Illinois, USA

Stephen GlickUniversity of Massachusetts, Worcester, USA

This cutting-edge book presents a comprehensive overview of tomosynthesis, a new quasi-three-dimensional x-ray imaging technique that provides improved visualization of complex anatomic structures. The text covers technical aspects and clinical applications and offers detailed discussions of system design and image reconstruction strategies. It provides readers with an in-depth understanding of the process of image formation and the practical tools necessary to tailor their tomosynthesis systems for new clinical applications.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-7870-5 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4398-7871-2 March 2014, 8-1/2 x 11, 257 pp. Suggested Price: $169.95 / £108.00

Cone Beam Computed TomographyEdited by

Chris C. ShawThe University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, USA

This book explains how cone beam computed tomography (CBCT), with its superior spatial resolution and compact configuration, is implemented and used in clinical applications and animal research. With a focus on image acquisition, reconstruction, processing, and display, the text covers the basic principles and applications of CBCT as well as advanced techniques. It reviews the historical development of medical x-ray imaging, explores current research, and considers future developments while addressing issues related to implementation and system characteristics, including image quality, artifacts, radiation dose, and perception.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-4626-1 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4398-4627-8 February 2014, 8-1/2 x 11, 273 pp. Suggested Price: $179.95 / £114.00

Stereotactic Radiosurgery and Stereotactic Body Radiation TherapyEdited by

Stanley H. Benedict, David J. Schlesinger, Steven J. Goetsch, and Brian D. Kavanagh

Detailing multi-modality image co-registration and radiobiology, this book discusses state-of-the-art strategies for patient simulation and immobilization, treatment planning, and dose calculation algorithms in stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) and stereotactic radiotherapy (SRT). It presents a comprehensive treatment of the field’s history, major technological developments, clinical status, and practical considerations. The three main sections of the book cover delivery systems, precision patient positioning and immobilization, and treatment planning and dosimetry. The final section gives an overview of clinical outcomes and future directions for the field.








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Image-Guided Radiation TherapyEdited by

J. Daniel BourlandWake Forest University, School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA

Advancing patient care, this book focuses on a wealth of hybrid IGRT technologies and devices for coupled imaging and treatment inside the radiation treatment room. Expert authors explore the decades-long technological developments that have occurred in the realm of image-guided conformal, customized radiation treatment. They thoroughly cover the modalities, software tools, and imaging treatment geometries that constitute IGRT. They also describe the clinical uses and impact of IGRT technologies on head–neck, prostate, lung, brain, and breast cancer treatments.


Cancer NanotechnologyPrinciples and Applications in Radiation OncologyEdited by

Sang Hyun ChoGeorgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, USA

Sunil KrishnanThe University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, USA

This volume demonstrates how the unique physicochemical properties of nanoparticles lead to novel strategies for cancer treatment and detection. After an introduction to the first principles of radiation physics and radiation biology, the book discusses fabrication of nanoparticles, safety of nanoparticles, and the quantification of nanoparticle accumulation within tissues. Successive chapters highlight the computational and experimental techniques that underlie the use of nanoparticles for imaging and treating tumors. The book concludes with regulatory issues related to human use and a summary of envisioned clinical translation.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-7875-0 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4398-7876-7 January 2013, 8-1/2 x 11, 284 pp. Suggested Price: $169.95 / £108.00

Comprehensive BrachytherapyPhysical and Clinical AspectsEdited by

Jack L.M. Venselaar, Dimos Baltas, Ali Soleimani Meigooni, and Peter J. Hoskin

This book provides a complete overview of the field and covers related delivery modalities, such as electronic brachytherapy. Along with exploring new clinical protocols, it discusses major advances, including imaging and robotics, as well as strategies for improved dosimetry, Monte Carlo-based dose calculation, and optimization. The first part of the text provides a detailed understanding of the underlying physics, design, and implementation of the techniques. The second part presents a practical guide for practitioners.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-4498-4 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4398-4499-1 November 2012, 8-1/2 x 11, 535 pp. Suggested Price: $210.00 / £133.00

Emerging Imaging Technologies in MedicineEdited by

Mark A. AnastasioWashington University, St. Louis, Missouri, USA

Patrick J. La RiviereUniversity of Chicago, Illinois, USA

This book offers a comprehensive survey of medical imaging technologies that show great promise for routine clinical use. Each chapter provides a detailed discussion of the physics/technology and addresses improvements in terms of dose, sensitivity, and/or specificity, which are limitations of current imaging approaches. The book reflects the major advances in computer hardware, nanofabrication, and laser technology that have led to developments in phase-contrast imaging, photoacoustic imaging, and optical imaging. It covers multimodality imaging, including PET/MRI, as well as 3D microscopy.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-8041-8 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4398-8042-5 December 2012, 8-1/2 x 11, 361 pp. Suggested Price: $179.95 / £113.00

Physics of Mammographic ImagingEdited by

Mia K. MarkeyThe University of Texas at Austin, USA

This book covers the fundamentals of image formation, image interpretation, analysis, and modeling. It covers the use of mammographic imaging in the detection, diagnosis, treatment planning, and monitoring of breast cancer. Expert authors give a balanced summary of core topics, such as digital mammography, contrast-enhanced mammography, stereomammography, breast tomosynthesis, and breast CT. The book highlights the use of mammographic imaging with complementary breast imaging modalities, such as ultrasound, MRI, and nuclear medicine techniques. It also discusses critical issues, including computer-aided diagnosis, perception, and quality assurance.


Physics of Thermal TherapyFundamentals and Clinical ApplicationsEdited by

Eduardo G. MorosMoffitt Cancer Center, Tampa, Florida, USA

This book covers basic principles, practical aspects, and clinical applications of thermal therapy. An overview of the fundamentals shows how use of controlled heat in medicine and biology involves electromagnetics, acoustics, thermodynamics, heat transfer, and imaging sciences. The book discusses challenges in the use of thermal energy on living tissues and explores the genetic, cellular, and physiological responses that can be employed in the fight against cancer from the physicist/engineer perspective. It also highlights the treatment of solid tumors using image-guided thermal therapy, microbubbles, nanoparticles, and other cutting-edge techniques.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-4890-6 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4398-4892-0 December 2012, 8-1/2 x 11, 375 pp. Suggested Price: $159.95 / £100.00

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Monte Carlo Calculations in Nuclear Medicine, Second EditionApplications in Diagnostic ImagingEdited by

Michael Ljungberg and Sven-Erik StrandLund University Hospital, Sweden, and Lund University, Sweden

Michael A. KingUniversity of Massachusetts Medical Center, Worcester, USASeries: Medical Physics and Biomedical Engineering

This book covers the applications of Monte Carlo calculations in nuclear medicine and critically reviews them from a diagnostic perspective. New chapters in this edition cover codes and applications in pre-clinical PET and SPECT. The book explains how Monte Carlo methods and software packages can be applied to evaluate scatter in SPECT and PET imaging, collimation, and image deterioration. A guide for researchers developing methods to improve image resolution, it also demonstrates how Monte Carlo techniques can be used to simulate complex imaging systems.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-4109-9 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4398-4110-5 November 2012, 6-1/4 x 9-1/4, 357 pp. Suggested Price: $135.95 / £86.00

Biosensors and Molecular Technologies for Cancer DiagnosticsEdited by

Keith E. HeroldUniversity of Maryland, College Park, USA

Avraham RasoolyNational Cancer Institute, Rockville, and the FDA Center for Devices and Radiological Health, Silver Spring, Maryland, USASeries: Sensors

Bridging the gap between research and clinical application, this volume explores the use of biosensors as effective alternatives to the current standard methods in cancer diagnosis and detection. It describes the major aspects involved in detecting and diagnosing cancer as well as the basic elements of biosensors and their applications in detection and diagnostics. Making biosensor technology more accessible to molecular biologists, oncologists, pathologists, and engineers, the book advances the integration of this technology into mainstream clinical practice.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-4165-5 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4398-4166-2 May 2012, 7 x 10, 844 pp. Suggested Price: $179.95 / £113.00

Radiosensitizers and Radiochemotherapy in the Treatment of CancerShirley LehnertMcGill University, Montreal, Quebec, CanadaSeries: Medical Physics and Biomedical Engineering

This book gathers into a single volume the most up-to-date information on radiosensitizing drugs, the mechanisms of radiosensitization, and the clinical applications of this treatment modality. Written for radiation oncologists, medical oncologists, graduate students, and residents in various branches of oncology, the text details a range of agents and treatment pathways. Intuitively organized by topic and application, it includes the latest clinical trials, extensive illustrations, and a wealth of references.


The Physiological Measurement HandbookEdited by

John G. WebsterUniversity of Wisconsin–Madison, USASeries: Medical Physics and Biomedical Engineering

This handbook describes the use of instruments and techniques for practical measurements required in medicine. It covers sensors, techniques, hardware, and software as well as processing systems, automatic data acquisition, reduction and analysis, and their incorporation for diagnosis. Suitable for both instrumentation designers and users, the book provides a guide to selecting the most appropriate physiological measurement method. It also gives invaluable information on designing new instruments to make physiological measurements.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-0847-4 December 2014, 7 x 10, 616 pp. Suggested Price: $149.95 / £95.00

Handbook of PhotomedicineEdited by

Michael R. Hamblin and Ying-Ying HuangHarvard Medical School and Wellman Center for Photomedicine, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, USA

Providing the most comprehensive, up-to-date coverage of this exciting biomedical field, this handbook gathers together a large team of international experts to give readers a complete account of the application of light in healthcare and medical science. The book progresses logically from the history and fundamentals of photomedicine to diverse therapeutic applications of light, known collectively as phototherapies. It facilitates understanding of human diseases caused by light, the rationale for photoprotection, and major applications of phototherapy in clinical practice.


Targeted Molecular ImagingEdited by

Michael J. WelchWashington University, St. Louis, Missouri, USA

William C. EckelmanUniversity of California, San Diego, La Jolla, USA

This work is a comprehensive account of state-of-the-art disease models, imaging studies in animals, imaging in initial human studies, and the application of molecular imaging in pharmacy and drug discovery. The book includes examples from human studies with discussions related to imaging of breast cancer, cardiovascular disease, and neurodegenerative diseases. The book is a valuable tool for readers involved with targeted molecular imaging, medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, radiology, and medical physics.








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Multi-Detector CT ImagingAbdomen, Pelvis, and CAD ApplicationsEdited by

Luca SabaUniversity of Cagliari, Italy

Jasjit S. SuriIndependent Imaging Consultant, Roseville, California, USA

CT represents a widely used diagnostic imaging technique in the medical field. In the last 20 years, CT technology has dramatically improved. CT scanners can image human bodies with an exceptional spatial resolution by diagnosing with high sensitivity and specificity several kinds of pathologies. This book offers a complete and clear description of the CT technique and potentials in diagnosing human pathologies. All of the organs are covered in detail.


Multi-Detector CT ImagingPrinciples, Head, Neck, and Vascular SystemsEdited by



This comprehensive reference details the latest research and findings in CT imaging. Addressing every major body system, the first volume of this text details the engineering and clinical benefits in the diagnosis of human pathologies using CT technologies. The text presents CAD principles as applied to CT and covers the protocols and potential of advanced CT scanning with high-quality CT images. The contributors are world-class experts from a number of different countries.


Multi-Detector CT Imaging HandbookTwo-Volume SetEdited by



This book covers the engineering and clinical benefits in the diagnosis of human pathologies, including the protocols and potential of advanced tomography scanning with very high-quality CT images. With contributions from world-class experts, the book examines all aspects of CT technologies related to the neck and brain, the cardiovascular system, the thorax, the abdomen and GI system, the pelvis and urinary system, and the musculoskeletal system. It also provides coverage of CAD applications to CT along with a discussion of the potential dangers of CT in terms of over-radiation, particularly related to children.


Diagnostic EndoscopyEdited by

Haishan ZengBC Cancer Research Centre, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, CanadaSeries: Medical Physics and Biomedical Engineering

This volume uses case studies to familiarize readers with the basics of endoscopic optics, the use of white light endoscopy and fluorescence endoscopy for diagnostic applications, and various microscopic endoscopy imaging modalities. It covers not only the conventional field imaging modality (white light endoscopy) but also the new field imaging modality (fluorescence endoscopy) as well as microscopic endoscopy and endoscopic spectroscopy. Emphasizing both working principles and practical applications, the book offers examples from the authors’ first-hand R&D work.


Pediatric Radiotherapy Planning and TreatmentArthur J. OlchRadiation Oncology Program, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, California, USA

This book helps health care providers accurately plan and deliver radiation therapy to children. The first section of the book discusses the statistics of pediatric cancer incidence and survival. It reviews the literature on radiation-induced secondary malignancies and addresses the use of intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) in children. The second section presents disease-specific chapters. Each one provides a clinical overview of the disease, describes treatment planning and delivery, and surveys latent effects as well as the tolerance of organs to various doses of radiation.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4200-8509-9 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4200-8510-5 April 2013, 7 x 10, 374 pp. Suggested Price: $149.95 / £95.00

Quantifying Morphology and Physiology of the Human Body Using MRIEdited by

L. Tugan MuftulerMedical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, USASeries: Medical Physics and Biomedical Engineering

This book delivers an indispensable reference for readers who would like to explore in vivo MRI techniques to quantify changes in the morphology and physiology of tissues caused by various disease mechanisms. It presents a wide range of quantitative MRI techniques to study the morphology and physiology of the whole body, from the brain to musculoskeletal systems. With internationally renowned experts sharing their insight on the latest developments, the book goes beyond conventional MRI contrast mechanisms to include new techniques that measure electromagnetic and mechanical properties of tissues.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-5265-1 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4398-5268-2 May 2013, 6-1/4 x 9-1/4, 525 pp. Suggested Price: $169.95 / £108.00







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Imaging in Cellular and Tissue EngineeringEdited by

Hanry Yu and Nur Aida Abdul RahimNational University of SingaporeSeries: Cellular and Clinical Imaging

As the field of tissue engineering moves from creating simpler outer body parts to more sophisticated internal organs, researchers need to evaluate and control how well the tissues are engineered and integrated into the living body. Suitable for both experts and newcomers in bioengineering and biomedical imaging, this book shows researchers how to apply imaging techniques to next-generation engineered cells and tissues. It helps them assess the suitability of specific imaging modalities for applications with various functional requirements.


Coherent Raman Scattering MicroscopyEdited by

Ji-Xin ChengPurdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana, USA

X. Sunney XieHarvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts, USASeries: Cellular and Clinical Imaging

Edited by pioneers in the field and with contributions from a distinguished team of experts, this color book explains how CRS can be used to obtain a point-by-point chemical map of live cells and tissues. It discusses the principles of nonlinear optical spectroscopy and presents the theories of contrast mechanisms pertinent to CRS microscopy. The text then provides important technical aspects of CRS microscopy, including microscope construction, detection schemes, and data analyses. It also covers applications that demonstrate how CRS microscopy has become a valuable tool in biomedicine.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-6765-5 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4398-6766-2 October 2012, 7 x 10, 610 pp. Suggested Price: $159.95 / £100.00

The Fluorescent Protein RevolutionEdited by

Richard N. DayIndiana University, Indianapolis, USA

Michael W. DavidsonFlorida State University, Tallahassee, USASeries: Cellular and Clinical Imaging

This book presents the fundamental principles and latest advances in the field, including the associated development of imaging techniques that exploit fluorescent proteins. The book first traces the history of fluorescent proteins and the revolution they enabled in cellular imaging. It then discusses fluorescent proteins with novel photophysical properties. The book also covers cutting-edge imaging applications, including variations of FRAP for assessing protein dynamics, FRET microscopy of living cells, and superresolution microscopies for molecular imaging.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-7508-7 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4398-7509-4 April 2014, 6-1/8 x 9-1/4, 347 pp. Suggested Price: $129.95 / £82.00

Natural Biomarkers for Cellular MetabolismBiology, Techniques, and ApplicationsEdited by

Vladimir V. GhukasyanUniversity of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, USA

Ahmed A. HeikalUniversity of Minnesota, Duluth, USASeries: Cellular and Clinical Imaging

This guide covers the current state of knowledge on intrinsic fluorescent biomarkers and highlights advances in using these biomarkers for the metabolic mapping and clinical diagnosis of healthy and diseased cells and tissues. The book’s first section introduces the fundamentals of cellular energy metabolic pathways as well as natural biomarkers within the context of their biological functions. The second section outlines the theoretical and technical background of quantitative, noninvasive, autofluorescence microscopy and spectroscopy methods. The last two sections explore applications in biochemistry, cell biology, and medicine.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4665-0998-6 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4665-0999-3 September 2014, 7 x 10, 408 pp. Suggested Price: $149.95 / £95.00

Optical Probes in BiologyEdited by

Jin ZhangThe Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland, USA

Sohum MehtaThe Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland, USA

Carsten SchultzEMBL, Heidelberg, GermanySeries: Cellular and Clinical Imaging

This book highlights the key concepts underlying design and application of optical biosensors in diverse contexts. It begins with an historical perspective of the field, moving on to foundations of engineering biosensors and development of fluorescent imaging approaches. The core chapters focus on the design and application of specific optical biosensors in vivo, either for tracking certain biomolecules or visualizing certain cellular events in various living systems. The final section addresses several more applications, including high-throughput drug screening and integrated methods that involve modeling or optogenetics.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4665-1011-1 January 2015, 6-1/8 x 9-1/4, 494 pp. Suggested Price: $129.95 / £82.00

Fluorescence Lifetime Spectroscopy and ImagingPrinciples and Applications in Biomedical DiagnosticsEdited by

Laura MarcuUniversity of California, Davis, USA

Paul M.W. French and Daniel S. ElsonImperial College London, UK

This book reflects the remarkable advances in time-resolved fluorescence techniques and their role in a wide range of biological and clinical applications. Fluorescence lifetime approaches maximize contrast between different fluorophores for improved specificity of measurements, enabling characterization of intact tissue and disease diagnostics. The book offers a comprehensive treatment of fundamental principles, instrumentation, analytical methods, and applications. It covers the wide range of methods, including single channel (point) spectroscopy, fluorescence lifetime imaging microscopy, and single- and multi-photon excitation.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-6167-7 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4398-6168-4 July 2014, 7 x 10, 570 pp. Suggested Price: $179.95 / £114.00







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Biomedical Optics


Biomedical Photonics Handbook, Second EditionBiomedical DiagnosticsEdited by

Tuan Vo-DinhDuke University, Durham, North Carolina, USA

Biomedical photonics is defined as the science of harnessing light and other forms of radiant energy to address problems in medicine and biology. The field has experienced explosive growth due to the non-invasive or minimally invasive nature and cost-effectiveness of photonic modalities in medical diagnostics and therapy. This second volume focuses on biomedical diagnostic technologies and applications from the bench to the bedside. It is an authoritative reference source for those involved in the research, teaching, learning, and practice of medical technologies.


Biomedical Photonics Handbook, Second EditionFundamentals, Devices, and TechniquesEdited by


Biomedical photonics is defined as the science of harnessing light and other forms of radiant energy to address problems in medicine and biology. The field has experienced explosive growth due to the non-invasive or minimally invasive nature and cost-effectiveness of photonic modalities in medical diagnostics and therapy. The first volume of this handbook focuses on the fundamentals and advanced optical techniques and devices. It is an authoritative reference source for those involved in the research, teaching, learning, and practice of medical technologies.


Biomedical Photonics Handbook, Second EditionThree-Volume SetEdited by


This handbook presents the most recent technological advances and applications in the areas of biomedical photonics. This second edition contains introductory material and covers state-of-the-art methods and instrumentation for biomedical photonic technologies. It integrates interdisciplinary research and development critically needed for scientists, engineers, manufacturers, teachers, students, and clinical providers to learn about the most recent advances and predicted trends in instrumentation and methods as well as clinical applications in important areas of biomedical photonics. Extensive references are provided to enhance further study.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-0444-5 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4398-6319-0 July 2014, 7 x 10 Suggested Price: $299.95 / £191.00

Terahertz Biomedical Science & TechnologyEdited by

Joo-Hiuk SonUniversity of Seoul, South Korea

This book focuses on biomedical applications of terahertz (THz) waves. THz waves offer advantages due to their low energy (greater safety), long wavelength (less scattering), and sensitivity to water molecules. The book explores the use of THz spectroscopy in elucidating biological behaviors as well as the development of THz wave medical techniques, such as skin drug absorption imaging and cancer diagnosis. It also includes an overview of THz technology, encompassing generation, detection, and imaging methods.


Optical Techniques in Regenerative MedicineEdited by

Stephen P. Morgan and Felicity R. RoseUniversity of Nottingham, UK

Stephen J. MatcherUniversity of Sheffield, UK

This practical book illustrates how to use optical imaging techniques and instrumentation for the fabrication, assessment, and longitudinal monitoring of regenerative medicine therapies. It covers optical coherence tomography, acousto-optic imaging, Raman spectroscopy, machine vision, bioluminescence, second harmonic generation microscopy, multi-photon microscopy, coherent anti-Stokes Raman scattering, fluorescence spectroscopy, and light scattering spectroscopy. Each chapter provides an overview of a particular technique, its advantages and limitations in terms of structural and functional information, and examples of applications in regenerative medicine.


Advanced BiophotonicsTissue Optical SectioningEdited by

Ruikang K. WangUniversity of Washington, Seattle, USA

Valery V. TuchinSaratov State University, RussiaSeries: Optics and Optoelectronics

Despite a number of books on biophotonics imaging for medical diagnostics and therapy, the field still lacks a comprehensive imaging book that describes state-of-the-art biophotonics imaging approaches intensively developed in recent years. Addressing this shortfall, Advanced Biophotonics presents contemporary methods and applications of biophotonics imaging. Gathering research otherwise scattered in numerous physical, chemical, biophysical, and biomedical journals, the book helps researchers, bioengineers, and medical doctors understand major recent bioimaging technologies and the underlying biophotonics science.








Biomedical Optics / Image Processing & Informatics


Medical ImagingTechnology and ApplicationsEdited by

Troy FarncombeMcMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

Krzysztof IniewskiCMOS Emerging Technologies Research Inc., Vancouver, British Columbia, CanadaSeries: Devices, Circuits, and Systems

This book has two intentions. Firstly, it assembles the latest research in the field of medical imaging technology in one place. The book gives detailed descriptions of state-of-the-art medical imaging systems (comprised of x-ray CT, MRI, ultrasound, and nuclear medicine) and data processing techniques. Information is provided that will give interested engineers and scientists a solid foundation from which to build with additional resources. Secondly, the book exposes readers to myriad applications that medical imaging technology has enabled.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4665-8262-0 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4665-8263-7 October 2013, 6-1/4 x 9-1/4, 732 pp. Suggested Price: $149.95 / £95.00

Photoacoustic TomographyHuabei JiangUniversity of Florida, Gainesville, USA

Presenting the research of a well-respected pioneer and leading expert, this first-of-its-kind book covers the underlying principles and practical applications of photoacoustic tomography (PAT) in a systematic manner. Written in a tutorial format, the text addresses nearly every aspect of PAT, from the theory on photoacoustic effect, image reconstruction methods, instrumentation, and animal studies to the technology’s clinical uses. The book also discusses advanced methods for quantitative PAT, array-based PAT systems, photoacoustic microscopy (PAM), combinations of PAT/PAM with other imaging methods, and contrast agents-based molecular PAT.


Correction Techniques in Emission TomographyEdited by

Mohammad DawoodEuropean Institute for Molecular Imaging, Münster, Germany

Xiaoyi JiangUniversity of Münster, Germany

Klaus SchäfersEuropean Institute for Molecular Imaging, Münster, GermanySeries: Medical Physics and Biomedical Engineering

Written by an interdisciplinary team of medical doctors, computer scientists, physicists, engineers, and mathematicians, this volume presents various correction methods used in emission tomography to generate and enhance images. Topics include nuclear medicine imaging, hybrid emission tomography, and optical imaging. An important aspect of the book is the exploration of new and sophisticated motion correction techniques in PET imaging. The contributors illustrate basic principles and advances, such as model-based iterative algorithms and 4D methods.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-1298-3 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4398-1301-0 April 2012, 6-1/4 x 9-1/4, 287 pp. Suggested Price: $125.95 / £81.00

Medical Equipment ManagementKeith WillsonImperial College London, UK

Keith IsonGuy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust, UK

Slavik TabakovKing’s College Hospital Foundation Trust and King’s College London, UKSeries: Medical Physics and Biomedical Engineering

As medical technology in clinical care becomes more complex, clinical professionals and support staff must know how to keep patients safe and equipment working in the clinical environment. Accessible to all healthcare professionals and managers, this book presents an integrated approach to managing medical equipment in healthcare organizations. It explains the underlying principles and requirements and raises awareness of what needs to be done and what questions to ask. The book also provides practical advice and refers readers to appropriate legislation and guidelines.


Magnetic Resonance ImagingThe BasicsChristakis ConstantinidesUniversity of Cyprus, Nicosia

Based on courses taught at the Johns Hopkins University, this text provides a solid introduction to MRI technology. After an overview of MR and Fourier transformations, it examines the principles of physics for NMR signal formation and image construction. It explains the mathematical formulation of MRI and discusses image quantitative indices. Additional topics include hardware and electronics of an MRI scanner, magnetic fields, and NMR spectroscopy and spectral acquisition and imaging techniques. The final section explores advanced imaging techniques. The book is enriched by numerous worked examples and problem sets with selected solutions.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4822-1731-5 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4822-1733-9 March 2014, 7 x 10, 235 pp., Soft Cover Suggested Price: $69.95 / £44.99

Biomedical Photonics Handbook, Second EditionTherapeutics and Advanced BiophotonicsEdited by


Biomedical photonics is defined as the science of harnessing light and other forms of radiant energy to address problems in medicine and biology. The field has experienced explosive growth due to the non-invasive or minimally invasive nature and cost-effectiveness of photonic modalities in medical diagnostics and therapy. Focusing on therapeutics and future trends, this third volume is an authoritative resource that examines the potential of photonics in medicine.








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Image Processing & Informatics


Ophthalmological Imaging and ApplicationsEdited by

E.Y.K. Ng, U. Rajendra Acharya, Rangaraj M. Rangayyan, and Jasjit S. Suri

This book covers several aspects of multimodal ophthalmological imaging and applications. Edited by and featuring contributions from world-class researchers, the text offers a unified work of the latest eye imaging and modeling techniques proposed and applied to ophthalmologic problems. It focuses on theory, basic principles, and results derived from research. Information is presented in an accessible manner to appeal to a wide audience of students, researchers, and practitioners. This volume is intended to be a companion to Image Analysis and Modeling in Ophthalmology.


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Biosignal and Medical Image ProcessingThird EditionJohn L. SemmlowRobert Wood Johnson Medical School, New Brunswick, New Jersey, USA

This third edition of a bestseller offers comprehensive coverage of the major approaches in biomedical signal and image processing. It provides a complete set of signal processing tools, including diagnostic decision-making tools, and classification methods. Thoroughly revised and updated, this edition presents important new material on nonlinear methods for describing and classifying signals as well as data “cleaning” methods commonly used in such areas as heart rate variability studies. It also includes new end-of-chapter problems. A solutions manual is available upon qualifying course adoption.


Image Analysis and Modeling in OphthalmologyEdited by

Eddie Y.K. Ng, U. Rajendra Acharya, Jasjit S. Suri, and Aurelio Campilho

Successful thermal modeling of the human eye helps in the early diagnosis of eye abnormalities, such as inflammation, cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, and glaucoma—all leading causes of blindness. This book presents a unified work of eye imaging and modeling techniques that have been proposed and applied to ophthalmologic problems. It delves into various morphological, texture, higher order spectra, and wavelet transformation techniques used to extract important diagnostic features from images, which can then be analyzed by a data scientist for automated diagnosis.


Biomedical Technology and DevicesSecond EditionEdited by

James E. Moore Jr. and Duncan J. MaitlandSeries: Handbook Series for Mechanical Engineering

Fully revised since its original publication, this reference illuminates the equipment, devices, and techniques used in modern medicine to diagnose, treat, and monitor human illnesses. With topics ranging from basic procedures such as blood pressure measurements to cutting-edge imaging equipment, biological tests, and genetic engineering, the book navigates smoothly from simple procedures and concepts to more sophisticated and complex ones. Each section contains a description of the technique, its technical considerations, and its use according to its applications and relevant body systems.


Introduction to Medical Imaging ManagementBernard RubenzerWaukesha, Wisconsin, USA

This book provides an in-depth overview of all the basics pertaining to the knowledge and skills necessary to become a department or imaging center supervisor or manager. The text follows a natural progression from transitioning into a management position and dealing with former peers through the most sophisticated skills uniquely applicable to medical imaging management. Covering all aspects of the profession—operations, human resources, finance, and marketing—this reference is a must-have for any potential, new, or less experienced imaging manager.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-9183-4 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4398-9184-1 January 2013, 6-1/4 x 9-1/4, 200 pp. Suggested Price: $89.95 / £57.99

Medical Image ProcessingAdvanced Fuzzy Set Theoretic TechniquesTamalika ChairaIndian Institute of Technology, New Delhi

In sharp contrast with the classical crisp image processing techniques, fuzzy/advanced set theoretic techniques provide elegant methodologies for many image processing tasks. This book covers fuzzy/advanced fuzzy set theoretic approaches for medical image analysis. It includes theories on the application of intuitionistic fuzzy set and Type II fuzzy set theory in medical image processing, such as image enhancement, image thresholding, clustering, edge detection, and fuzzy mathematical morphology, along with experimental details and results of these areas.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4987-0045-0 February 2015, 6-1/8 x 9-1/4, 240 pp. Suggested Price: $99.95 / £63.99







Image Processing & Informatics / Also of Interest


Targeted Muscle ReinnervationA Neural Interface for Artificial LimbsEdited by

Todd A. Kuiken, Aimee E. Schultz Feuser, and Ann K. BarlowRehabilitation Institute of Chicago, Illinois, USASeries: Medical Physics and Biomedical Engineering

Targeted muscle reinnervation (TMR) is a new approach to accessing motor control signals from peripheral nerves after amputation and providing sensory feedback to prosthesis users. This practical approach has many advantages over other neural-machine interfaces for the improved control of artificial limbs. With contributions from renowned leaders in the field, including the developers of the technology, this book provides a template for the clinical implementation of TMR and a powerful resource for further research in this new area of science.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-6080-9 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4398-6081-6 July 2013, 6-1/4 x 9-1/4, 225 pp. Suggested Price: $149.95 / £95.00

Atlas of Clinical Nuclear MedicineThird EditionEdited by

Ignac Fogelman, Susan E.M. Clarke, Gary Cook, and Gopinath Gnanasegaran

This long-awaited third edition has been revised and updated to encompass the developments in the field since the previous edition was published nearly two decades ago. The successful style has been expanded to provide the ultimate guide for beginners, trainees, and experienced practitioners. Each section contains comprehensive cases, with first-class examples of correlative/hybrid imaging (SPECT and PET/CT) included where appropriate. The atlas contains superb illustrative cases and valuable supportive information, together with highlighted teaching points aiding all clinicians in routine practice.

Print ISBN: 978-1-84184-653-8 eBook ISBN: 978-1-84184-752-8 January 2014, 8-1/2 x 11, 1607 pp. Suggested Price: $385.00 / £240.00

Commonly Asked Questions in PhysicsAndrew RexUniversity of Puget Sound, Tacoma, Washington, USA

Suitable for a wide audience, this book covers a broad scope of subjects, from classical physics that goes back to the age of Newton to new ideas just formulated in the twenty-first century. The book highlights the core areas of physics that predate the twentieth century, including mechanics, electromagnetism, optics, and thermodynamics. It also focuses on modern physics, covering quantum mechanics, atomic and nuclear physics, fundamental particles, and relativity.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4665-6017-8 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4665-6018-5 February 2014, 6-1/8 x 9-1/4, 256 pp., Soft Cover Suggested Price: $29.95 / £18.99

Consider a Spherical PatentIP and Patenting in Technology BusinessJoseph E. GortychOpticus IP Law PLLC, Sarasota, Florida, USA

Using examples of actual patents and patent portfolios of real technology businesses, this practical and engaging book provides key insights and perspectives on the reality of how patents are used and abused in the technology business. It explains often-misunderstood patent phenomena, such as how and why invalid patents are issued by the patent office. It also covers important topics frequently ignored or glossed over, including provisional patent applications, independent inventors, obviousness, and the dynamic interplay between infringeability and patent validity.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-8805-6 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4822-5320-7 February 2014, 6-1/8 x 9-1/4, 267 pp., Soft Cover Suggested Price: $59.95 / £38.99

Computational Optical Biomedical Spectroscopy and ImagingEdited by

Sarhan M. MusaPrairie View A&M University, Houston, Texas, USA

Recent growth in the use of computational optical technology for biomedical research and health care has been explosive. New applications are made possible by emerging technologies in lasers, optical devices, fiber optics, physical and chemical sensors, spectroscopy, and imaging—all of which are being applied to medical research, diagnostics, and therapy. This book emphasizes the multidisciplinary aspects of this technology.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4822-3081-9 February 2015, 7 x 10, 472 pp. Suggested Price: $199.95 / £127.00

Surface Imaging for Biomedical ApplicationsEdited by

Ahmad Fadzil Mohamad HaniUniversiti Teknologi Petronas, Perak, Malaysia

A range of medical imaging devices can be used to diagnose skin abnormalities and related diseases as well as for interventional and non-invasive procedures. This book focuses on the various aspects of medical imaging devices and techniques, including processing and pattern recognition. The book is structured in a reader-friendly fashion, with chapters designed according to the various measurement parameters related to surface imaging such as skin coloring, thickness, roughness, and body surface.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4822-1578-6 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4822-1579-3 June 2014, 6-1/8 x 9-1/4, 333 pp. Suggested Price: $159.95 / £99.00







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Also of Interest


Physics Curiosities, Oddities, and NoveltiesJohn Kimball

In an easily accessible style, this book presents the most interesting physics concepts that have meaning in our daily lives. Filled with intriguing and unusual examples, the book explores a historical progression, from classical physics to quantum mechanics and relativity. It also gives insight into physics through minimal scientific jargon. For example, readers learn the physics behind dimples on golf balls, 3D movies, refrigerators, and car batteries.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4665-7635-3May 2015, 6-1/8 x 9-1/4, 392 pp., Soft CoverSuggested Price: $34.95 / £22.99

Textbook

Introduction to Numerical ProgrammingA Practical Guide for Scientists and Engineers Using Python and C/C++Titus A. BeuUniversity Babes-Bolyai, Cluj-Napoca, RomaniaSeries: Computational Physics

This book introduces numerical programming using Python and C/C++, emphasizing methods used in physics and engineering. It helps readers develop the ability to navigate relevant algorithms, knowledge of coding design, and efficient scientific programming skills. It requires minimal background in mathematics, leading readers from elementary methods to complex algorithms useful in modern programming. It incorporates examples and real code throughout as well as problem sets to facilitate a hands-on learning experience.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4665-6967-6eBook ISBN: 978-1-4665-6969-0September 2014, 7 x 10, 674 pp., Soft CoverSuggested Price: $89.95 / £57.99

Textbook

Interaction of Radiation with MatterHooshang NikjooKarolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden

Shuzo UeharaKyushu University, Fukuoka, Japan

Dimitris EmfietzoglouUniversity of Ioannina, Greece

Clearly progressing from an elementary level to the state of the art, this text focuses on the physics of the interactions of ionizing radiation in living matter and the Monte Carlo simulation of radiation tracks. It explores the classical physics of track description as well as modern aspects based on condensed matter physics. The authors include the relevant atomic physics background, show how to simulate radiation tracks in a computer experiment, and highlight applications in medical/health physics and radiation biology. A solutions manual is available upon qualifying course adoption.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-5357-3 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4398-5359-7 June 2012, 6-1/8 x 9-1/4, 364 pp. Suggested Price: $135.95 / £86.00

Proton Therapy PhysicsEdited by

Harald PaganettiMassachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School, Boston, USASeries: Medical Physics and Biomedical Engineering

Eliminating the need to dig through information scattered in the medical physics literature, this practical guide goes beyond current books on proton therapy to provide an in-depth overview of the physics aspects of this radiation therapy modality. In addition to exploring quality assurance issues and biological considerations, it collects clinical studies on the use of protons in treatment planning and radiation monitoring. Suitable for both newcomers and more seasoned specialists, the book helps readers understand the uncertainties and limitations of precisely shaped dose distribution.


Vibrational Spectroscopy for Tissue AnalysisIhtesham Ur Rehman, Zanyar Movasaghi, and Shazza RehmanSeries: Medical Physics and Biomedical Engineering

This book presents a variety of vibrational spectroscopic techniques, focusing on Raman and Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy and their use in noninvasive optical tissue diagnosis. It covers recent research in this area to create a unique database of different chemical bands and their assignments of spectral bands. The text explores the spectroscopic investigation of different tissues and samples, including breast, lung, and brain tissues. The authors provide definitions of peak frequencies as well as other aspects of spectroscopy that could be helpful to a wide range of scientists.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4398-3608-8 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4398-3609-5 September 2012, 6-1/4 x 9-1/4, 356 pp. Suggested Price: $169.95 / £104.00

Decommissioning Health PhysicsA Handbook for MARSSIM Users, Second EditionEric W. AbelquistORISE, Tennessee, USA

Written by one of the original MARSSIM authors, this second edition incorporates all of the requisite technical aspects of planning and executing radiological surveys in support of decommissioning. It covers survey instrumentation, detection sensitivity, statistics, dose modeling, survey procedures, and release criteria. Along with more case studies and examples, this edition includes new chapters on hot spot assessment and the clearance or release of materials, revises the chapters on statistics and characterization survey design, and updates the regulations and guidance documents.

Print ISBN: 978-1-4665-1053-1 eBook ISBN: 978-1-4665-1054-8 October 2013, 6-1/4 x 9-1/4, 696 pp. Suggested Price: $129.95 / £82.00







Encyclopaedia of Medical PhysicsTwo-Volume Set

Edited by

Slavik Tabakov, Franco Milano, Sven-Erik Strand, Cornelius Lewis, and Perry Sprawls

Get the Most Up-to-Date Encyclopaedia on Medical Physics

➢ Contains roughly 3,500 cross referenced entries relating to medical physics and associated technologies—split into two volumes

➢ Co-published by the European Medical Imaging Technology e-Encyclopaedia for Lifelong Learning (EMITEL) consortium

➢ Supported by the International Organization for Medical Physics (IOMP)

➢ Features contributions from over 100 specialists

➢ Describes new and existing methods and equipment in medical physics

➢ Includes references, further reading, images, graphs, formulas, and examples

Catalog no. K12085 December 2012, 908 pp. ISBN: 978-1-4398-4652-0

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