This book summarizes the recent advances in applications of starch in state-of-the-art drug carriers (hydrogel, micro- and nano-particulate carriers) with stimulus-responsive and target-specific properties. It also highlights the role of starch and its derivatives in transmucosal administration to improve the bioavailability of drugs. Further, it outlines the principles of effective, advanced, starch-based drug delivery systems and illustrates how these principles are key to the developmen...

One common thread ties us all together in the vast tapestry of human existence—the yearning for peace. This universal aspiration has echoed through the corridors of time, resonating with the hearts of individuals across continents, cultures, and generations. "Peace and the World" seeks to unravel the profound complexities surrounding this timeless pursuit, inviting readers to a thought-provoking journey traversing the landscapes of history, culture, and human experience. As we delve into t...

This brief provides a comprehensive introduction on the flow-induced instabilities (e.g., the pressure fluctuations and the vibrations) of the reversible pump turbines (RPTs) in the pumped hydro energy storage power stations (PHSEPSs) in China based on long-term field tests. The pressure fluctuations and the vibrations of several RPTs in China under different operational conditions are analysed in detail to reveal their generation mechanisms and propagation characteristics. The book presen...