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Polymer Science and Innovative Applications

Materials, Techniques, and Future Developments

  • 1st Edition - May 29, 2020
  • Latest edition
  • Editors: Mariam Al Ali AlMaadeed, Deepalekshmi Ponnamma, Marcelo A. Carignano
  • Language: English

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Description

Polymer Science and Innovative Applications: Materials, Techniques, and Future Developments introduces the science of innovative polymers and composites, their analysis via experimental techniques and simulation, and their utilization in a variety of application areas. This approach helps to unlock the potential of new materials for product design and other uses. The book also examines the role that these applications play in the human world, from pollution and health impacts, to their potential to make a positive contribution in areas including environmental remediation, medicine and healthcare, and renewable energy. Advantages, disadvantages, possibilities, and challenges relating to the utilization of polymers in human society are included.

Key features

  • Presents the latest advanced applications of polymers and their composites and identifies key areas for future development
  • Introduces the simulation methods and experimental techniques involved in the modification of polymer properties, supported by clear and detailed images and diagrams
  • Supports an interdisciplinary approach, enabling readers across different fields to harness the power of new materials for innovative applications

Readership

Academic: Advanced students, researchers and scientists approaching polymer properties and applications from other disciplines (chemistry, physics, civil and mechanical engineering, biomedical engineering, environmental science, textiles, nanotechnology).Industry: Engineers, designers, technologists, quality controllers, researchers, moving into the manufacture of polymeric materials or plastics products, as well as non-technical employees within the plastics industry

Table of contents

1. Polymers to improve the world and lifestyle: physical, mechanical and chemical needs

2. Morphology analysis

3. Chemical analysis of polymers

4. Mechanical analysis of polymers

5. Physical and thermal analysis of polymers

6. Theoretical simulation approaches to polymer research

7. An example of theoretical approaches in polymer hydrogels: insights into the behavior of pH-responsive nanofilms

8. Pectin as oral colon-specific nano- and microparticulate drug carriers

9. Starch as oral colon-specific nano- and microparticulate drug carriers

10. Polymers in textiles

11. Polymers in electronics

12. Polymers in robotics

13. Polymers in optics

14. Polymers in space exploration and commercialization

15. Polymers in sports

16. Polymers and food packaging

17. Polymers in cosmetics

18. Polymers in food

19. Future needs and trends: influence of polymers on the environment

Product details

  • Edition: 1
  • Latest edition
  • Published: May 30, 2020
  • Language: English

About the editors

MA

Mariam Al Ali AlMaadeed

Professor Mariam Al Ali AlMaadeed is Vice President for Research and Graduate Studies and a Professor at Qatar University. She earned her Ph.D. in Materials Science from Alexandria University, Egypt, in 2001 and joined Qatar University’s Physics Department the same year. Prof. AlMaadeed specializes in polymers, characterization and structure, nanocomposites, and nanotechnology. Her expertise includes extensive consultation and workshop delivery to industry, government, and community organizations. Her achievements have been recognized with prestigious awards such as the Physics State Award (2010), the Gulf Petrochemical Association Plastic Excellence Award (2014), and the ISESCO Prize.
Affiliations and expertise
Professor, Qatar University, Qatar

DP

Deepalekshmi Ponnamma

Dr. Deepalekshmi Ponnamma is the section head of Research Quality in the research planning and development department at Qatar University, Qatar. She is a PhD graduate from the Deakin University, Australia, and finished the post-doctoral studies from Qatar University. Her research interest includes synthesizing the different nanoarchitectures, polymer nanocomposites for efficient technological applications.

Affiliations and expertise
Lecturer, Department of Physics, Mathematic and Material Science, Center for Advanced Materials, Qatar University, Qatar.

MC

Marcelo A. Carignano

Dr. Marcelo Carignano received his Ph.D. in Physics from the National University of La Plata, Argentina. His research experience covers the application of computational methods to elucidate detailed structural and dynamical properties of different systems, including polymers at interfaces, colloidal and polymeric gels, aqueous solutions and interfaces, molecular crystals and hybrid organic-inorganic perovskites. He joined QEERI in 2012, after spending several years at different institutions in the United States.
Affiliations and expertise
Senior Scientist, Qatar Environment and Energy Research Institute (QEERI), Hamad Bin Khalifa University, Doha, Qatar

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