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Blockchain in Health Sciences

Edited by Aryan Chaudhary, Rashmi Singh and Gaurav Agarwal
Copyright: 2025   |   Expected Pub Date:2025/07/30
ISBN: 9781394336012  |  Hardcover  |  
488 pages

One Line Description
The book provides a comprehensive understanding of how blockchain technology
can revolutionize healthcare by improving patient outcomes, enhancing data
privacy, and driving innovative solutions to industry challenges.

Audience
Healthcare professionals, researchers, policymakers, IT experts, and anyone interested in the future of healthcare.

Description
Blockchain in Health Sciences is an essential roadmap for navigating the complex landscape of blockchain technology in healthcare. From foundational concepts to real-world applications, this book empowers understanding to harness the potential of blockchain to improve patient outcomes, enhance data privacy, and optimize healthcare delivery. Delve into the integration of blockchain with the Internet of Things and AI to uncover groundbreaking solutions for challenges faced by the healthcare industry. Gain insights into the regulatory and ethical implications of blockchain in healthcare, ensuring responsible and effective implementation. Each chapter unveils the current uses of blockchain in drug discovery, drug and device tracking, real-world data collection, and increased patient engagement, used to unlock opportunities to advance health sciences research. This book is an essential guide for readers exploring opportunities to empower and enable data in health science research.
Readers will find the volume:
• Introduces the fundamentals of blockchain and its integration with IoT in healthcare;
• Provides practical applications across patient records, drug supply chains, and genomics research;
• Explores the synergy of AI, IoT, and blockchain for unprecedented healthcare advancements.

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Author / Editor Details
Aryan Chaudhary is the Chief Scientific Advisor, BioTech Sphere Research, India. He has published academic papers on public and digital health in international journals and participated as a keynote speaker in many national and international conferences. His research includes the integration of Internet of Things and sensor technology for gathering vital signs through ambulatory monitoring, the functionality of artificial intelligence, machine learning for big data analytics for faster intervention, and tracking of prognosis and research for effective clinical research for the future development of treatments, drugs, pathological tests, and the supply system.

Rashmi Singh, PhD is a professor and placement coordinator at the Amity Institute of Applied Sciences with over 20 years of experience. She has published two books, 40 patents, and 18 articles in national and international journals of repute. Her research interests include fuzzy, soft, and rough set theory, near structures, and mathematics in artificial intelligence and machine learning.

Gaurav Agarwal, PhD is an associate professor and program chair in the School of Computer Science and Engineering at Galgotias University with over 20 years of teaching experience. He has published ten articles in international journals and conferences and eight patents. His research interests include web usability and accessibility, deep learning, machine learning, and large language models.

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Table of Contents
Preface
Part I: Foundational Concepts
1. Introduction to Blockchain Technology
Vivek Tomar, Swati Sharma and Sangeeta Arora
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Evolution of Blockchain
1.2.1 Blockchain 1.0
1.2.2 Blockchain 2.0
1.2.3 Blockchain 3.0
1.2.4 Blockchain 4.0
1.3 Working of Blockchain
1.3.1 How Does Blockchain Work?
1.3.2 Blockchain Architecture
1.3.3 Consensus Mechanism
1.4 Applications of Blockchain
1.5 Future of Blockchain
1.6 Conclusion
References
2. IoT Integration in Health Sciences
Bharti Chugh, Karnika Dwivedi, Preeti Garg, Pankaj Bhatt and Sachi Gupta
2.1 Introduction
2.2 IoT Health Sciences Framework
2.2.1 Perception Layer
2.2.2 Network Layer
2.2.3 Middleware Layer
2.2.4 Application Layer
2.2.5 Business Layer
2.3 IoT Health Sciences Applications
2.3.1 Creating Warnings and Monitoring in Real-Time
2.3.2 Electronic Health Records
2.3.3 Identifying and Preventing Chronic Diseases
2.3.4 Residential and Geriatric Fealthcare
2.4 Challenges
2.4.1 Data Security
2.4.2 Scalability Challenges
2.4.3 Inadequate Standardization
2.4.4 Bandwidth and Connectivity Constraints
2.5 Internet of Things (IoT) Health Security Concerns
2.5.1 Protection and Integrity for the Internet of Things
2.6 Summary
References
3. Transforming of Healthcare with IoT
Oroos Arshi and Aryan Chaudhary
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Related Works
3.3 Key Features Internet of Things for Healthcare Management
3.3.1 Healthcare Internet of Things
3.4 Application of IoT in Healthcare
3.4.1 Concurrent Reporting and Observation
3.4.2 End-to-End Connectivity and Accessibility
3.4.3 Information Gathering and Analysis
3.4.4 Tracking and Notifications
3.4.5 Remote Medical Help
3.4.6 Research
3.5 IoT Based Healthcare Challenges
3.5.1 The Establishment of Standards
3.5.2 Foundation
3.5.3 Application Development
3.5.4 Conventional Technology
3.5.5 Expansion of Bandwidth
3.5.6 Deployment of Protocols
3.5.7 Contingency Plan
3.6 Patient Empowerment Through IoT in Healthcare
3.7 Conclusion
References
Part II: Blockchain in Healthcare
4. Blockchain-Enabled Health Platforms: Mitigating Vitamin D Deficiency through Decentralized Health Data Management
Reepu, Gaganjot and Preethi John
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Method
4.3 Literature Review
4.3.1 Vitamin D Insufficiency Definition
4.3.2 The Incidence of Inadequate Vitamin D
4.3.3 Insufficient Levels of Vitamin D in the Nation
4.4 Health Promotion and the HBM
4.4.1 Use of HBM in the Indian Context
4.4.2 Using HBM to Investigate Vitamin D Insufficiency in Young People Throughout India
4.4.3 Result
4.5 Blockchain Integration
4.6 Challenges
4.7 Discussion
4.8 Future Work and Research Opportunities
4.9 Conclusion
References
5. Exploring the Potentiality of Blockchain Technology in Healthcare and Data Security: Perceptions of General and Engineering College Students in West Bengal
Mazhar Shamsi Ansary, Indrajit Mahato and Santosh Kumar Behera
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Literature Review
5.3 Objectives of the Study
5.4 Hypotheses of the Study
5.5 Method of the Study
5.5.1 Population
5.5.2 Sample and Sampling Procedure
5.5.3 Tools Used
5.5.4 Data Collection
5.5.5 Statistical Techniques
5.6 Results and Discussion
5.7 Future Research Opportunities
5.8 Conclusion
References
6. Implementing Blockchain, IoT and Cloud in Healthcare
M. Dhurgadevi, D. VimalKumar, R. Senthilkumar and K. Gunasekaran
6.1 Introduction
6.2 Related Work
6.3 Cloud Services in the Healthcare Industry
6.4 Emergence of Blockchain in Cloud Technology
6.5 IoT-Assisted Healthcare System
6.6 Blockchain Integration with IoT and Cloud Technology
6.7 Results and Discussion
6.8 Future Work and Research Opportunities
6.9 Conclusion
References
7. E-Health Using AI with Blockchain
Sunil Gautam, Pooja Patel, Heer Ramavat and Gaurav Agarwal
7.1 Introduction
7.1.1 Overview of Blockchain Technology and Artificial Intelligence
7.2 Related Works
7.3 Discussion About Blockchain and Artificial Intelligence
7.3.1 Blockchain in Healthcare
7.3.2 Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare
7.3.3 Blockchain and AI in Healthcare
7.3.4 Advantages of Using AI and Blockchain Technology in Healthcare
7.3.4.1 Advantages of Using AI in Healthcare
7.3.4.2 Advantages of Using Blockchain in Healthcare
7.3.4.3 Advantages of Using AI Integrated with Blockchain in Healthcare
7.3.5 Blockchain with AI Applications in Healthcare
7.3.5.1 Electronic Health Records
7.3.5.2 Supply Chain Management
7.3.5.3 Chronic Disease
7.3.5.4 Telemedicine, Remote Patient Monitoring and Personalized Healthcare
7.3.6 Challenges
7.3.6.1 Encountered by the Healthcare Sector
7.3.6.2 Challenges Encountered by AI Technology
7.3.6.3 Challenges Encountered by Blockchain Technology
7.4 Conclusion
7.5 Future Works
References
8. Current Developments of Blockchain Technology in Bioinformatics and Healthcare
Sneha Roy, Saurav Kumar Mishra, Tabsum Chhetri, Kusum Gurung, Anagha Balakrishnan, Jeba Praba and John Johnros Georrge
Introduction
Mechanism of Blockchain in Healthcare
Role of Bioinformatics in Healthcare
Role of Blockchain in Bioinformatics and Healthcare
Advancement and Challenges
Future Work and Research Opportunities
Conclusions
References
9. Blockchain Technology Protocols, Applications and Use Cases
Oroos Arshi and Aryan Chaudhary
9.1 Introduction
9.2 An Overview of Blockchain Technology
9.2.1 Types of Blockchain Technology
9.2.2 Existing Blockchain Protocols
9.2.3 Evolution of Blockchain Technology
9.3 Key Challenges of Blockchain Technology
9.4 Working With Distributed Ledger Technology and Blockchain
9.5 Blockchain, Digital Currency, Cryptocurrency and Bitcoin
9.6 Blockchain Examples and Use Cases
9.7 Conclusion
References
Part III: Blockchain in Pharmaceuticals
10. Blockchain Empowered Pharmaceuticals: A Paradigm Shift in Drug Development and Supply Chain Management
Parthasarathi P., Suresh Kumar K., Girimurugan R., Ravivarman G., Vigneshwaran M. and Perumal A.
10.1 Introduction
10.1.1 Problem Statement
10.2 Literature Review
10.3 Proposed Solution
10.3.1 Approach to the Research Methodology: Design Science Research
10.3.2 System Overview and Design with Novel Dynamic Smart Contracts
10.4 Results and Discussions
10.4.1 Testing
10.4.2 Cost Performance Analysis
10.5 Conclusions
References
11. IoT and Blockchain Security for Medical Data
S. Pavithra, Pavani M. and Harini D.
11.1 Introduction
11.2 Related Works
11.3 Background
11.4 Proposed System
11.5 Experimental Result and Discussion
11.6 Conclusion
References
12. Blockchain in Pharmaceutical Research
Soma Saha and Bodhisatwa Mazumdar
12.1 Introduction
12.2 Salient Features of Pharmaceutical Supply Chain
12.3 Blockchain for Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Management
12.3.1 Blockchain Basics
12.3.2 Data Collection and General Operational Phase of Each Component
12.3.3 Technical Challenges in Blockchain for PCM
12.4 Blockchain-Based Existing PSC: Case Studies
12.5 Conclusion
References
13. Transforming Pharmaceutical Research with Blockchain Technology
Karnika Dwivedi, Preeti Garg, Bharti Chugh, Pankaj Bhatt and Ashish Kumar
13.1 Introduction
13.2 Blockchain Technology: A New Era of Pharmaceutical Research
13.2.1 Counterfeit Prevention
13.2.2 Product Distribution
13.2.3 Tracking and Tracing
13.2.4 Safety and Security
13.2.5 Data Governance
13.2.6 Data Quality
13.2.7 Pharmaceutical Turnover
13.2.8 Prescription Drug Monitoring
13.3 Blockchain for Securing Pharmaceutical Trades: A Layered Approach
13.4 Applications of Blockchain in Pharmaceutical Research
13.4.1 Accelerate Drug Tracking and Verification
13.4.2 Increase R&D
13.4.3 System for Verifying Drug Origin
13.4.4 Serialization
13.4.5 Administration of Data from Clinical Trials
13.5 Challenges
13.5.1 Throughput
13.5.2 Latency
13.5.3 Standardization
13.5.4 Privacy and Data Security
13.5.5 Complexity of Big Data
13.5.6 Resource Consumption
13.6 Summary
13.7 Future Research Work
References
14. Blockchain Applications in Pharmaceutical Research: A Comprehensive Overview
Bhavna Sharma and Susheela Hooda
14.1 Introduction
14.1.1 Blockchain in Pharmaceutical Industry
14.2 Related Work
14.3 Landscape of Pharmaceutical Research
14.3.1 Blockchain Implementation in Clinical Trials
14.4 Role of Blockchain in Supply Chain Management
14.5 Aspects Related to Regulation
14.6 Comparative Analysis
14.6.1 Future Advancements in Regulatory Frameworks for Blockchain Applications
14.6.2 Use Cases and Case Studies
14.7 Conclusion
References
15. Blockchain Innovations in Pharmaceutical Applications
Dinesh Kumar, Rajni, Puja Gulati, Savita Deokar, Rajib Singh and Debarshi Kar Mahapatra
15.1 Introduction
15.2 Blockchain and Supply Chain
15.3 Blockchain Networks
15.3.1 Blockchain Technology
15.3.2 Blockchain Applications in the Medical Field
15.3.3 Counterfeit Prevention
15.3.4 Product Distribution
15.3.5 Tracking and Tracing
15.3.6 Safety and Security
15.4 Data Governance
15.5 Data Quality
15.6 Pharmaceutical Turnover
15.7 Prescription Drug Monitoring
15.8 Blockchain: Distributed Ledger Technology
15.8.1 Blockchain Node’s Fundamental Responsibilities Are
15.8.2 Advantages
15.8.3 Challenges
15.9 Conclusion
References
Part IV: Integration of AI, IoT and Blockchain
16. Using AI with Blockchain: Applications, Challenges, and Future Directions in Health Sciences
Sheena Mohammed, Kaneez Fatima and Swathi Tejah Yalla
16.1 Introduction
16.2 Benefits of Integrating AI with Blockchain
16.3 Innovative Applications Across Industries
16.4 Current Challenges Confronting Healthcare Organizations in Both Managing Their Operations and Delivering Quality Medical Care
16.5 AI and Blockchain Have Immense Potential in Resolving These Obstacles Currently Faced
16.6 AI and Blockchain Uses in the Healthcare Industry
16.7 Realtime Applications in Healthcare Based on AI and Blockchain Technology
16.8 Challenges of Integrating AI with Blockchain in Health Sciences
16.9 Addressing the Challenges
16.10 Future Potential and Directions
16.11 Conclusion
References
17. Implementing CNN Algorithm for Medical Image Analysis
Vaishali Chourey, Mohd. Arsh, Jahnvi Chourey and Sunil Gautam
17.1 Introduction
17.2 Medical Imaging and Deep Learning
17.3 Fundamentals of Deep Learning and CNN
17.3.1 Concepts and Definitions of CNN
17.3.2 Architecture of Convolutional Neural Networks
17.3.3 Using Machine Learning to Classify Images
17.3.4 Approaches for Data Classification
17.3.4.1 Fit and Compile Model
17.3.4.2 Overfitting
17.3.4.3 Handling Overfitting
17.3.5 Applications of CNNs in Medical Diagnosis: A Powerful Tool for Improved Care
17.3.6 Summary
References
18. Smart Healthcare Systems with IoT and Blockchain
Ashish Kumar, Sachi Gupta and Vrinda Sachdeva
18.1 Introduction
18.2 Foundations of IoT Based Healthcare
18.3 IoT Solutions in Health Monitoring
18.4 Fog Computing and Cloud Integration
18.5 Blockchain Applications in Healthcare Systems
18.6 Security Features and Challenges
18.7 Future Advances in IoT-Powered Healthcare
18.8 Conclusion
References
Part V: Blockchain in Genomics & Blockchain Goverance
19. Blockchain Technology and Genomic Research
Odangowei Inetiminebi Ogidi and Ebimobotei Mao Bunu
List of Abbreviation
19.1 Introduction
19.2 Overview of Blockchain Technology
19.2.1 Types of Blockchains
19.2.2 Smart Contracts
19.2.3 Security and Privacy of Blockchain Technology
19.3 An Overview of Genomics Research
19.4 Challenges in Genomics
19.5 Incorporation of Blockchain Technology into Genomics
19.6 Current Blockchain Technological Applications in Genomics
19.7 Challenges of Implementing Blockchain in Genomic Research
19.7.1 Adoption Barriers
19.7.2 Interoperability
19.7.3 Smart Contract Security
19.7.4 Data Privacy
19.7.5 Reproducibility and Validity
19.7.6 Verifiability
19.7.7 Key Management
19.7.8 Ethical Challenges
19.8 Future Directions
19.9 Conclusion
References
20. The Role of Blockchain in Genomics Sciences
Sunil Gautam, Mansi Menon and Roshni Rana
20.1 Introduction
20.2 General Applications of Blockchain
20.2.1 Blockchain Technology in Financial Services
20.2.2 Blockchain Technology in Banking
20.2.3 Blockchain Technology in the Insurance Sector
20.3 Related Works
20.4 Application of Blockchain Technology in Genomics
20.4.1 Commercial Genomic Marketplaces
20.4.2 Non-Commercial Applications
20.4.3 Advantages of Applying Blockchain
20.5 Current Blockchain-Based Approaches and Methods in Genomics
20.6 Limitations
20.7 Future Scenarios
References
21. Revealing Blockchain Governance and Intellectual Property Protection Unleashing Innovation in Drug Discovery and Traceability: Scaling Legal Framework in Smart Health Science
Bhupinder Singh and Christian Kaunert
21.1 Introduction
21.1.1 Background and Significance
21.1.2 Relevance and Objectives of the Chapter
21.1.3 Structure of the Chapter
21.2 Blockchain Technology in Healthcare
21.2.1 Understanding Blockchain in Healthcare and Drug Discovery
21.2.2 Applications of Blockchain in Healthcare
21.3 Drug Discovery and Traceability
21.3.1 Importance of Traceability in Pharmaceuticals
21.4 Blockchain Governance in Drug Discovery
21.5 Intellectual Property Protection in Health Sector: Blockchain Implementation
21.5.1 Importance of Intellectual Property in Pharma
21.6 Challenges and Concerns
21.7 Conclusion and Future Scope
References
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