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Ionic Liquids in Nanofluids: Design and Applications
(Springer, Cham, 2026) Farhat Aisha Ansari, Amita Somya
The prospective element in the layout of nanofluids for advanced applications, ionic liquids (ILs), is distinguished through their distinct physicochemical attributes, which include strong ionic conductivity, excellent thermal stability, and minimal vapour pressure. Ionic liquid-based nanofluids (IL nanofluids) are produced when nanoparticles are added to ILs. These fluids have improved thermophysical and electrochemical characteristics over their base fluids. The relationship among ILs and nanoparticles has revealed enormous possibilities in thermal transfer systems as a whole storage of energy, and electrochemical equipment. IL nanofluids offer exceptional thermal conductivity (TC), viscoelastic control, and specific thermal capacity, which render them adequate for transferring heat fluids in solar energy production systems and other heat devices. Furthermore, their capacity to keep durability under elevated pressures and temperatures significantly boosts its applicability in severe conditions. Due to the relationship between the particles and the IL matrices, IL nanofluids have enhanced ionic conductivity, diffusion parameters, and proton-transfer capacities in electrochemical purposes. Batteries, fuel cells, sensors, and solar systems have all successfully made use of these characteristics. The design of IL nanofluids involves careful consideration of nanoparticle concentration, size, and surface functionalisation to optimise performance while mitigating challenges such as increased viscosity or agglomeration. Advances in synthesis techniques and characterisation methods have enabled the precise tailoring of these hybrid systems for specific applications. It is now possible to precisely customise these hybrid systems for particular purposes due to developments in synthesis and characterisation techniques. The subsequent research will focus on developing new nanoparticle-IL compositions for future technology platforms and enhancing the sustainability of IL nanofluids. The revolutionary importance of IL nanofluids in contemporary research and development is highlighted in this review, along with their potential to completely alter storing energy and heat transport technologies.
Agricultural Marketing and Trade
(Kalyani Publishers, 2026) Mustfa Hussain, Sunil Kumar, Ashutosh Singh
Culturally Attuned Promotional Strategies of Food Brands in Diverse Markets
(IGI Global Scientific Publishing, 2026) Mustfa Hussain
Though, expanding abroad can be attractive, offering new opportunities for growth and cultural experiences but it also comes with many challenges. For instance, food brands which enter into international markets face significant challenges in understanding consumer behavior, cuisine, languages and psyche. Global food companies must strike a delicate balance between preserving their brand identity and modifying their messaging in an integrated and culturally sensitive manner. Thus, message must be presented in many languages and styles appropriate to numerous markets throughout the world. Different culture demands different marketing approaches from same brand. This chapter explores the challenges faced by well-known food brands in Asia and Europe, where different cultures require unique marketing approaches. It also highlights the effective promotional strategies used by companies in these regions.
Prey–predator interactions: a vital aspect of an effective biological control system
(Academic Press Elsevier, United Kingdom, 2026) Arshi Siddiqui, Geetanjali Mishra, Omkar, Uzma Afaq
This chapter discusses the features of insect natural enemies foraging patterns in the closest sense that we even include a few incidents involving arthropods that are not insects. The majority of insect natural enemies usually need to recognize the habitat that might contain potential victims. It is necessary to find the victims themselves within that ecosystem. The predator or parasitoid needs to select its victim after locating a patch containing potential prey. A female parasitoid must also choose whether to oviposit, eat off the host, or do both while determining the quality of the host. In the circumstance that she chooses to oviposit, concerns about offspring quantity and distribution of sexes, etc. In this chapter, we define and investigate a series of topics, including the predatory response (functional and numerical response), habitat preference, prey resource switching and mutual interference, and patch time allocation. Each of these pursuits leads to predatory behavior of the predators.
Role of ecDNA in Cancer Metastasis and Disease Recurrence
(CRC Press, 2026) Anas Islam, Asad Ahmad, Badruddeen, Mohammad Irfan Khan, Yusuf Asad
Extrachromosomal DNA (ecDNA) has emerged as a critical factor influencing cancer metastasis and recurrence, significantly altering clinical outcomes. This chapter elucidates the unique physical and genetic features of ecDNA, highlighting its distinct amplification mechanisms and substantial contribution to genetic heterogeneity within tumors. The presence of ecDNA notably impacts cancer cell behavior, fostering cellular phenotypes conducive to tumor progression, metastasis, and adaptability within the tumor microenvironment. Through oncogene amplification and intricate modulation of metastasis-related signaling pathways, ecDNA profoundly enhances metastatic potential. Clinical evidence underscores ecDNA’s involvement in disease recurrence by promoting therapy resistance and enabling survival of minimal residual disease, posing considerable challenges in cancer treatment. Targeting ecDNA represents a promising therapeutic strategy to mitigate metastasis and recurrence, yet significant technical hurdles remain. The chapter discusses these scientific and methodological challenges, outlines promising therapeutic approaches targeting ecDNA, and identifies future research directions essential for translating these insights into clinical practice. Understanding ecDNA’s role thus holds substantial promise for improving outcomes in metastatic and recurrent cancers.