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    • Industrial Applications of Carbon Nanomaterials

      • 1st Edition
      • March 1, 2026
      • Inamuddin + 2 more
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      Industrial Applications of Carbon Nanomaterials explores the uses of carbon nanomaterials across diverse industries. The book comprehensively covers their synthesis and characterization methods, properties, and applications in renewable energy, as well as the chemical, cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and food sectors. A section on regulatory policies is also included, making it an essential guide to industry professionals. Written by experts in the field, this book serves as a valuable resource for researchers, engineers, professionals, and students seeking insights into the applications of carbon nanomaterials in various industrial settings.
    • Algae Classification and Species

      • 1st Edition
      • March 1, 2026
      • Pau Loke Show + 3 more
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      Algae Classification and Species delivers a detailed overview of freshwater and marine algal diversity. It provides an essential introduction to the study of phycology with broad applications in diverse biological and biotechnological fields. Written and edited by a global team of experts in the field of phycology, this book is organized according to major algal taxa, including green, red, and brown macroalgae, benthic and planktonic algae, blue-green algae, diatoms, cyanobacteria, and microalgae. Chapters are structured to provide readers with a sweeping understanding of the breadth of marine algae, including their principal characteristics, evolution, phylogeny, distribution, preservation, and more.This book is designed to provide a complete, legible review of algal diversity. It is a valuable resource for researchers, biotechnologists, and students interested in developing their understanding of basic algal biology.
    • Ultrathin Polymer Films

      • 1st Edition
      • March 1, 2026
      • Sabu Thomas + 1 more
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      Ultrathin Polymer Films: Confinement Effects and Structural Properties brings together cutting-edge research into polymeric ultrathin films below 100nm, covering preparation, characterization, measurement of structural properties, and applications.The book begins by introducing polymer confinement and anomalous behavior, and then describes the latest techniques for the preparation and characterization of ultrathin film. Subsequent chapters provide detailed, methodical coverage of the various steps and key factors in the process, especially relating to properties, including glass transition behavior, density variation, dewetting and stability, effect of supercritical carbon dioxide, relaxation of the swollen polymer, and the structure and swelling of block copolymer thin films. Throughout the book, the authors address the existing discrepancies and challenges relating to the effect of confinement on structural properties and their measurement, and aim to guide the reader towards novel applications.This is a valuable resource for researchers and advanced students in polymer science, polymer chemistry, nanotechnology, materials science, and chemical engineering, as well as for engineers, scientists, and R&D professionals with an interest polymer-based ultrathin films for industrial applications.
    • Comorbidities in Inflammatory Arthritis

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 18
      • March 1, 2026
      • Fabiola Atzeni + 1 more
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      Comorbidities in Inflammatory Arthritis, Volume 18 in Elsevier’s Handbook for Systemic Autoimmune Diseases series, provides an extensive review of the most recent research on various comorbidities and EAMs associated with inflammatory arthritis. The book emphasizes early detection, which is crucial for improving patient quality of life and survivability outcomes, as many adults with inflammatory arthritis also suffer from other chronic conditions. The book's chapters cover comorbidities and EAMs in both early and late disease stages.They delve into the mechanisms behind the development of these conditions and examine the impact of new treatment strategies specific to inflammatory arthritis and related diseases, including cardiovascular disease, metabolic syndrome, metabolic bone disease, infection, neoplasia, respiratory disease, gastrointestinal disorders, kidney issues, mental health conditions, and neurological diseases. This book serves as a valuable reference for researchers and clinicians focused on inflammatory arthritis and its associated conditions.
    • Data-Driven Machine Learning Applications in Thermochemical Conversion Processes

      • 1st Edition
      • March 1, 2026
      • Jude Okolie + 3 more
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      Data-Driven Machine Learning Applications in Thermochemical Conversion Processes delves into the prospect of machine learning applications to optimize and enhance advanced thermochemical conversion processes, which are essential for converting biomass into energy and other valuable products. This book covers ML applications in higher heating value (HHV) predictions, catalyst screening, prediction of biofuels properties, material discovery and screening, as well as advancing emerging thermochemical conversion process technologies. Providing an in-depth examination of how big data analytics and ML models can be harnessed to predict system performance, understand complex reaction mechanisms, and accelerate development of innovative conversion technologies, as well as focusing on both theoretical and practical aspects, this book will be a welcome reference for researchers, engineers, and practitioners.
    • Securing Electric Mobility

      • 1st Edition
      • March 1, 2026
      • Aparna Kumari
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      Electric vehicles (EVs) continue to capture a growing share of the smart car market across the globe. Like most new technologies, e-mobility comes with a learning curve. Securing Electric Mobility provides readers with in-demand knowledge relating to the dynamically evolving intersection between information & communication technology and vehicle engineering.The edited volume offers in-depth understanding of the distinct features of EV cybersecurity. It opens with a description of the fundamental elements of EVs, their interconnectedness, their cyber-physical characteristics and resulting vulnerabilities. It then dissects the digital threat landscape to increase awareness of all possible risks posed by cyberattacks on electric vehicles, and from there it systematically covers data management, regulatory frameworks, existing solutions and emerging cybersecurity protocols and methodologies that are enhanced by blockchain, artificial intelligence, Internet-of-Things integration, machine learning, and real-time monitoring systems. The value of this thorough overview is strengthened further through the inclusion of real-word case studies, which prove the effectiveness of the adopted approaches to safeguard vehicle control systems, owners’ personal data, and the broader cyber-physical network and related equipment.This book proves to be a cardinal, state-of-the-art resource for academia and industry alike as it encourages further transformative, interdisciplinary investigations into the security-assurance complexities that guide EVs’ resilience evolution.
    • State-of-the-Art Geothermal Well Drilling Case Studies

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      • March 1, 2026
      • Dan E Scott + 1 more
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      State-of-the-Art Geothermal Well Drilling Case Studies provides updated information on technological advances and research on the state-of-the-art performance of recent geothermal wells drilled for energy in the global push to reduce greenhouse gases. The book provides advances in a rapidly growing market that has adopted and adapted oilfield technologies to rapid scale development and production as demonstrated through global examples in a case-study format. Different geologic formations and well trajectories require different drilling tools and drilling parameters to yield optimum results.Showcasing current examples of successful global geothermal well-drilling applications, this text provides readers, researchers, and industry professionals with the keys needed to rapidly scale geothermal drilling operations, a clean and abundant source of energy that supports sustainability and reduction of carbon emissions.
    • Fiber-Optic Distributed Acoustic Sensing

      • 1st Edition
      • March 1, 2026
      • Marcelo A. Soto + 3 more
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      Fiber-Optic Distributed Acoustic Sensing: Principles and Applications offers a comprehensive exploration of fiber optic distributed acoustic sensors (DAS), presenting both foundational principles and practical applications. The book is structured in three sections: the first delves into the theoretical underpinnings of DAS technology, illuminating essential optical components, the principles of Rayleigh scattering, and the mechanisms for spatial resolution using optical time-domain and frequency-domain reflectometry. With clear explanations and detailed diagrams, it guides readers through the science that enables DAS systems to detect and interpret acoustic signals along optical fibers.The book also highlights the broad industrial impact of DAS, covering applications in structural health monitoring, security, geophysical exploration, and seismic observation. Importantly, the text addresses the ongoing development of industry standards, making it a valuable resource for those interested in the standardization and future evolution of DAS technology. Researchers and professionals in photonics, environmental monitoring, and optical communications will find this single volume both accessible and indispensable.
    • Drought Dynamics

      • 1st Edition
      • March 1, 2026
      • Mir Jafar Sadegh Safari + 1 more
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      Drought Dynamics: Modeling and Assessment to Confront a Changing Climate is a comprehensive guide that brings together cutting-edge research and practical strategies from top experts to address the growing challenge of drought in a changing world. The book equips readers with the essential knowledge to analyze drought causes and impacts, forecast future occurrences, and design effective mitigation plans. Covering both foundational theory and hands-on approaches, it explores the interconnections between climate, society, and environment. Through detailed explanations and real-world applications, this work aims to empower individuals and communities to build resilience and adapt to evolving climate conditions.In addition to its thorough exploration of drought theory, the book examines critical areas such as social behavior, food security, health impacts, climate influences, sediment processes, architectural responses, and educational initiatives. It delves into the use of geographic information systems for data analysis and visualization, and reviews advances in drought management, policy-making, community adaptation, and economic considerations. The editors highlight emerging trends, including artificial intelligence applications and new technologies. A collection of case studies further illustrates practical solutions for data assessment, modeling, experimentation, and climate change adaptation.
    • Phanerozoic Large Igneous Provinces

      • 1st Edition
      • March 1, 2026
      • Gregory Shellnutt + 1 more
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      Phanerozoic Large Igneous Provinces: A Comparative Approach delivers an in-depth examination of large igneous provinces (LIPs) through a multidisciplinary lens, offering readers a thorough understanding of their geological, thermal, and biological impacts. By focusing on the rapid emplacement of LIPs—a phenomenon linked to continental break-up, mineral deposits, and mass extinctions—the book addresses ongoing scientific debates. Organized chronologically, it analyzes key Phanerozoic LIPs chosen for their significance, presenting the material in a clear and accessible manner that appeals to both specialists and newcomers interested in the complexities of Earth’s geological history.Beyond its comparative analysis, the book serves as a foundational reference, employing a consistent chapter template to streamline comparisons of each LIP’s essential features and processes. It covers more than 20 major LIPs, delving into their historical context, geological backgrounds, physical properties, formation mechanisms, ages, geochronological data, and mineralogy. This structure allows readers to easily synthesize information and appreciate each province’s uniqueness, making the volume a valuable resource for understanding the broader implications of LIP activity on Earth's evolution.