The University of Birmingham and Imperial College London have announced the launch of Intelligent Mass Spec Solutions Ltd (IMS Solutions), a new spin-out that is set to revolutionise diagnosis of conditions featuring disordered steroid hormone metabolism.

The book examines AI-powered medical imaging, surgical planning, real-time augmented reality guidance, robotics-assisted interventions and adaptive AI-AR systems for personalized care. It also explores ethical considerations, cybersecurity and regulatory frameworks, supported by practical case studies demonstrating clinical applications and future directions in precision surgery.

The book examines how zero-waste principles can be integrated into tourism destinations, hospitality services and destination management, bringing together research and case studies on food waste, plastic and e-waste, hazardous waste, eco-friendly hospitality, sustainable cruise tourism, renewable energy and green marketing. A key strength is its emphasis on practical, policy-driven solutions showing how policymakers, communities and tourism businesses can work together toward more responsible tourism development.

The Gut-Brain Nexus: The Link Between Gut Microbiota and Neurodegenerative Diseases brings together current scientific evidence and clinical perspectives to explore this emerging field. The book examines how the gut microbiota may influence neurological health and discusses mechanisms through which changes in the microbiome may contribute to disease onset and progression.

Wastewater pollution remains one of the most urgent environmental challenges facing the world today and conventional treatment methods are increasingly proving costly, energy-intensive and limited in scope. Microbiology is offering a different path forward one where microorganisms themselves become the tools of remediation.