This book sheds new light on the transformative role of biotechnology in health science, offering a detailed examination of recent discoveries in transcriptomics, diagnostics, and therapeutics. It addresses critical health issues such as diabetes, cancer, and neurodevelopmental disorders, providing readers with the latest research and insights into disease diagnosis, treatment, and drug discovery. The chapters cover a wide array of topics, including peptide and protein biochemistry, bioactive compounds, and the influence of microbial genomes on human health.

Expert contributors from around the world, including Australia, Bangladesh, Japan, and the United States, present their findings, ensuring a rich tapestry of perspectives and cutting-edge research. Particular attention is given to the production and therapeutic potential of proteins and peptides, as well as the integration of omics data to enhance our understanding of complex diseases. It is also a must-have for libraries and institutions focused on advancing scientific knowledge in this dynamic field.

This book is an invaluable resource for researchers, scientists, and students in the fields of biotechnology and health science. It invites readers to explore the latest advancements and consider critical questions about the future of healthomics. Whether you're a graduate student, a postdoctoral researcher, or a seasoned professional, this volume offers the knowledge and tools necessary to deepen your understanding of biotechnology's impact on health.

Covers genomics, transcriptomics, peptide biochemistry, and microbial genomics for novel diagnostics and therapeutics Discusses health biotechnology and disease treatment, such as diabetes, cancer, and neurodevelopmental disorders Explores protein, peptide production, therapeutic potential, and omics data integration in complex disease understanding

Autorentext

A.H.M Nurun Nabi

Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

University of Dhaka

Dhaka, Bangladesh.

Hossain Uddin Shekhar

Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

University of Dhaka

Dhaka, Bangladesh.

Inhalt

Chapter 1. High-Throughput Omics Data and Bioactive Compounds from Natural Products.- Chapter 2. Microbial Genomics: Unraveling the Healthomic Code.- Chapter 3. Single Cell Analysis and Cancer Research: Implications for Diagnosis and Treatment.- Chapter 4. Navigating Tumor Microenvironments with Spatial Transcriptomics for Effective Therapeutics.- Chapter 5. Biotechnology-Driven Progress in Liquid Biopsy for Precision Oncology.- Chapter 6. Advances of Genomic Medicine in Neurodevelopmental Disorders.- Chapter 7. Protein Arginine Methylation in the Nervous System Development, Health and Disease.- Chapter 8. Plant-Derived Compounds as Modulators of the Genetic and Epigenetic Landscape of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS).- Chapter 9. Advances in Biotechnology for Diabetes Research and Therapy.- Chapter 10. Nutrigenomics: Unraveling the Gene-Diet Connection for Personalized Nutrition and Optimizing Health Outcomes.- Chapter 11. MT-CYB and MT-ATP6 Polymorphisms: Gateway to Understanding COVID-19 Susceptibility.- Chapter 12. High-Resolution Structural Approaches for Drug Discovery: Targeting Terminal Oxidase in Cellular Respiration.- Chapter 13. Protein Folding and Stabilisation through Non-Covalent Stapling.- Chapter 14. Applications of Nanotechnology in Healthcare.- Chapter 15. Marine-Derived Anticancer Agents: Synergizing Omics and Biotechnology for Breakthroughs.