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Biology for Engineers

Biology for Engineers

by Keerthi S. at el
 

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  • Year: 2025
  • Paperback/Hardbound: Hardbound
  • ISBN: 9789356515628
  • Language: English
 
 

Module 1: The Cell: The Basic Unit of Life
• Introduction to Biology    • Overview of Cell Structure and Function   • Comparison of Prokaryotic and Eukaryotic Cells  • Essential Organelles and Their Functions  • Plant Cell Vs. Animal Cell: Similarities and Differences   • Discussion on the Significance of Cells in Biology and Medicine
Stem Cells and Their Applications
• Introduction to Stem Cells and Their Properties  • Types of Stem Cells: Embryonic Stem Cells  • Adult Stem Cells, Induced Pluripotent Stem Cells (Ipscs)  • Mechanisms of Stem Cell Differentiation • Regenerative Medicine  • Tissue Engineering and Disease Treatment  • Ethical Considerations and Controversies Surrounding Stem Cell Research  
Biomolecules: Carbohydrates
• Introduction to Carbohydrates and Their Classification  • Structure and Function of Monosaccharides, Disaccharides and Polysaccharides  • Role of Carbohydrates as Energy Sources and Structural Components • Examples of Important Carbohydrates in Biology and Nutrition
Biomolecules: Nucleic Acids
• Introduction to Nucleic Acids: Dna and Rna  • Structure and Function of Nucleotides • Dna Replication, Transcription, and Translation Processes • Role of Nucleic Acids in Storing and Transmitting Genetic Information • Discussion on Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology Applications 
Biomolecules: Proteins
• Introduction to Proteins and Their Importance in Biology 
• Structure and Function of Amino Acids • Protein Structure Levels: Primary, Secondary, Tertiary, Quaternary • Enzymes: Classification, Properties, and Functions  • Examples of Enzymes and their Roles in Metabolic Pathways
Biomolecules: Lipids 
• Introduction to Lipids and Their Classification   Structure and Function of Triglycerides, Phospholipids, Steroids and Waxes • Role of Lipids in Energy Storage, Membrane Structure, and Signaling • Importance of Essential Fatty Acids and Cholesterol in Human Health • Lipid Metabolism and Its Relevance to Diseases Like Obesity and Cardiovascular Disorders
Importance of Special Biomolecules: Vitamins and Hormones
• Introduction to Vitamins and Hormones • Classification of Vitamins: Water-Soluble and Fat-Soluble Vitamins • Functions of Vitamins as Coenzymes, Antioxidants, and Regulators of
Metabolic Pathways • Role of Hormones in Coordinating Physiological Processes andMaintaining Homeostasis • Examples of Vitamins and Hormones and Their Effects on Human Health 
Module 2: Biomolecules and Their Applications (Qualitative) Carbohydrates: Cellulose - Based Water Filters
• Pha and Pla as Bioplastics: Utilizing Carbohydrate-Derived Bioplastics For Eco-Friendly Alternatives to Traditional Plastics Nucleic Acids  • Dna Vaccine For Rabies  • Rna Vaccines For Covid-19   • Forensics – Dna Fingerprinting: Dna Analysis For Crime Investigation and Identification Proteins • Proteins as Food: Whey Protein and Meat Analogs • Dietary Sources and Alternatives For Protein Intake • Plant-Based Proteins: Exploring Sustainable Protein Options from Plants Lipids  • Biodiesel: Utilizing Lipids For Renewable Fuel Sources Enzymes   • Glucose-Oxidase in Biosensors: Using Enzymes For Glucose Monitoring
Module 3: Human Organ Systems and Bio Designs (Qualitative) Brain as a CPU System
• Architecture of the Central Nervous System (CNS) and Peripheral Nervous System (PNS) • Electrical Signal Transmission in the Nervous System • Electroencephalography (EEG) and its Application in Brain Monitoring • Robotic Arms for Prosthetics: Engineering Solutions for Limb Prosthetics
Controlled by Brain-Computer Interfaces
• Engineering Solutions for Parkinson's Disease • Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)  Eye as a Camera System  
• Architecture of Rod and Cone Cells in the Retina • Optical Corrections for Vision Correction: Glasses, Contact Lenses  Refractive Surgery • Cataract: Causes, Symptoms, Surgical Treatment
• Lens Materials used in Intraocular Lenses (IOLs) for Cataract Surgery • Bionic Eye: Retinal Prostheses and Visual Cortical Implants for  Vision Restoration Heart as a Pump System 
• Architecture of the Human Heart: Chambers, Valves, Blood Vessels  • Electrical Signaling and ECG Monitoring: Cardiac Conduction System Electrocardiography • Heart-related Issues
Coronary Artery Disease Arrhythmias,  Heart Failure, • Pacemakers  • Defibrillators  • Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillators (ICDs) 
Lungs as Purification System  • Architecture of the Respiratory System: Lungs, Airways, Alveoli • Gas Exchange Mechanisms: Ventilation, Diffusion, Perfusion • Spirometry • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) • Ventilators and Heart-Lung Machines 
Kidney as a Filtration System • Nephrons, Renal Vasculature • Glomerular Filtration, Tubular Reabsorption, Tubular Secretion • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD): Stages, Causes, Management
• Dialysis • Hemodialysis, Peritoneal Dialysis • Engineering Solutions for Kidney Replacement Therapies: Wearable and  Implantable Artificial Kidneys 
Module 4: Nature-Bioinspired Materials and Mechanisms   (Qualitative)  Echolocation  • Components of an Ultrasound System, 154  • Components of a Sonar System Photosynthesis
• Photovoltaic Cells • Bionic Leaf Technology 
Bird Flying  • Introduction to GPS (Global Positioning System) • Aircrafts and Bird Flight  
Lotus Leaf Effect  • Introduction to the Lotus Leaf Effect  • Superhydrophobic Surfaces  • Self-cleaning Surfaces 
Plant Burrs • Introduction to Plant Burrs • Velcro Technology  
Shark Skin • Introduction to Shark Skin • Friction-reducing Swim Suits
Kingfisher Beak • Introduction to Kingfisher Beak  • Application in Bullet Train Design 
Human Blood Substitutes  
• Introduction to Blood Substitutes • Hemoglobin-based Oxygen Carriers (HBOCs) • Perfluorocarbons (PFCs)
Module 5: Trends in Bioengineering (Qualitative)  Muscular and Skeletal Systems as Scaffolds • Architecture and Mechanisms • Bioengineering Solutions for Muscular Dystrophy 
• Bioengineering Solutions for Osteoporosis 
Scaffolds and Tissue Engineering • Introduction to Scaffolds and Tissue Engineering • Role of Scaffolds in Tissue Regeneration • Materials and Techniques in Scaffold Design
Bioprinting Techniques and Materials • Introduction to Bioprinting • Techniques in Bioprinting • Materials Used in Bioprinting 
3D Printing of Ear, Bone, and Skin • Introduction to 3D Printing in Medicine • Applications of 3D Printing in Ear Reconstruction • Applications of 3D Printing in Bone Regeneration
• Applications of 3D Printing in Skin Grafting 
3D Printed Foods • Introduction to 3D Printed Foods  • Techniques and Materials in 3D Food Printing • Applications and Future Prospects 
Electrical Tongue and Electrical Nose in Food Science • Introduction to Electrical Tongue and Nose • Principles and Mechanisms • Applications in Food Science and Quality Control
DNA Origami and Biocomputing • Introduction to DNA Origami • Principles and Techniques • Applications in Biocomputing and Nanotechnology 
Bioimaging and Artificial Intelligence for Disease Diagnosis • Introduction to Bioimaging • Role of Artificial Intelligence in Disease Diagnosis • Applications and Future Directions
Self-healing Bioconcrete • Introduction to Self-healing Bioconcrete • Bacillus Spores • Calcium Lactate Nutrients, and Biomineralization Processes • Applications in Construction and Infrastructure 
Bioremediation and Biomining via Microbial Surface Adsorption  • Introduction to Bioremediation and Biomining • Microbial Surface Adsorption for Heavy Metal Removal • Applications in Environmental Cleanup and Resource Recovery