Emerging Frontiers in Biological Sciences: Contemporary Perspectives, Advances and Applications

Title: Emerging Frontiers in Biological Sciences: Contemporary Perspectives, Advances and Applications

Editors: Dr. Suman Koirala, Mr. Sunanda Samanta, Mr. Khandu Wadhonkar, Dr. Dhurjati Pathak

Publisher: Cogniverse Press

Edition: First Edition

Publication Date: September, 2026

ISBN: 978-81-68073-35-7

e-ISBN: 978-81-68073-36-4

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.22744127

Total Pages: 240

Biological sciences encompass a rapidly expanding spectrum of research, extending from the molecular and cellular basis of life to the development of therapeutic strategies, biotechnological innovations, and sustainable approaches to contemporary challenges. Advances across biomedical research, microbiology, biotechnology, natural-product science, regenerative medicine, and environmental biology increasingly demonstrate the interconnected nature of biological systems and their relevance to human health, ecosystems, and society. Against this evolving scientific landscape, Emerging Frontiers in Biological Sciences: Contemporary Perspectives, Advances and Applications brings together selected contributions that highlight emerging areas of biological research and their diverse scientific and practical applications.

A major theme of the volume is the advancement of biomedical and therapeutic research. Contributions on three-dimensional transition-metal Schiff-base complexes examine their therapeutic potential, biological properties, and emerging applications, reflecting the growing interface between chemistry and biological sciences. The volume also considers natural therapeutics in neurodegeneration, with emphasis on mechanistic insights and clinical potential. Perspectives on hydrogel-based approaches for tendon and ligament repair and cartilage tissue engineering further illustrate the application of biomaterials and regenerative strategies to tissue restoration. Emerging technologies for in vitro spermatogenesis add another dimension to this theme by examining developing reproductive technologies, their clinical applications, and future perspectives.

The volume also addresses microbiology, antimicrobial research, and biotechnology. The discussion of bacterial biofilms spans microbial adhesion, community organization, antimicrobial resistance, and emerging control strategies, highlighting the complexity of microbial communities and their implications for health. At the interface of biotechnology and disease prevention, CRISPR-based technologies for insect vector control demonstrate the potential of genome-editing approaches for addressing vector-borne diseases. Together, these contributions reflect the expanding role of modern biological technologies in understanding and addressing complex biological and public-health challenges.

Another important theme is the exploration, preservation, and responsible utilization of biological resources and traditional knowledge. Contributions on natural products and Indigenous Knowledge Systems highlight the scientific and cultural significance of knowledge developed through longstanding interactions between communities and biological resources. The examination of traditional alcoholic beverages and food practices of the Mishing and Bodo communities of Assam further documents distinctive cultural practices and their biological and societal relevance. Complementing these perspectives, pea pod waste valorization demonstrates how underutilized agricultural resources can be explored for nutritional, functional, and industrial applications, linking biological research with resource efficiency and sustainability.

The volume further considers biodiversity and environmental sustainability. The discussion of biodiversity within ESG and nature-related financial disclosure frameworks reflects the growing recognition of biological diversity in sustainable development and responsible resource management. The review of selected hot springs of Northeast India, focusing on their physicochemical properties and reported microbial diversity, provides insight into distinctive environments and their biological significance.

Collectively, the contributions demonstrate the breadth of contemporary biological research and the increasing connections among therapeutic science, biotechnology, microbiology, natural resources, traditional knowledge, biodiversity, and sustainability. The volume is intended for students, researchers, educators, academics, and professionals seeking perspectives on emerging developments across diverse areas of biological science.

1. 3d-Transition Metal Schiff Base Complexes: Exploring Therapeutic Potential, Biological Properties and Emerging Applications – Sujata Brahma, Swdwmsri Boro, Yogesh Kumar
2. Applications of Hydrogels for Tendon & Ligament Repair, and Cartilage Tissue Engineering – Sonam Swarupa, Sudip Dasgupta
3. Emerging Technologies for in vitro spermatogenesis, its Clinical Applications, and Future Perspectives – Nimbal Kalita, Devendra Verma, Mukesh Kumar Gupta
4. Pea Pod Waste Valorization: Nutritional, Functional and Industrial Applications – Sagarika Chakraborty, Trisagni Roy, Adrija Adhikari, Animesh Naskar
5. A Review on the Physicochemical Properties and Reported Microbial Diversity in Selected Hot Springs of Northeast India – Ankur Borthakur, Jubica Bhuyan
6. Bacterial Biofilms: From Microbial Adhesion and Community Organization to Antimicrobial Resistance and Emerging Control Strategies – Sucheta Samanta, Uday Kumar Kesarpu
7. A scientific review on some of traditional alcoholic beverages and food practices of Mishing and Bodo tribe of Assam, India – Phulson Doley, Gitalee Bhuyan
8. Natural Therapeutics in Neurodegeneration: Mechanistic Insights and Clinical Potential – Himanshi Bharti, Priya Rathor, Suman Koirala
9. Beyond Carbon: Mainstreaming Biodiversity into ESG and Nature-Related Financial Disclosure – Manish Pushpadh
10. CRISPR-Based Technologies for Insect Vector Control and Disease Prevention – Sabita Gogoi, Smita Bordoloi, Anisha Shah
11. Natural Products and Indigenous Knowledge System – Rosy Mahato, Anushree Roy, Rahul Kumar