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Books in Chemistry

Chemistry topic areas include: physical and theoretical, computational, organic, organometallic and inorganic, pharmaceutical and medicinal, analytical and bioanalytical, nuclear, general, nanochemistry, geochemistry, materials and polymer, as well as environmental, green and sustainable chemistry.

  • Wave Optics in Infrared Spectroscopy

    Theory, Simulation, and Modeling
    • 1st Edition
    • May 23, 2024
    • Thomas G. Mayerhöfer
    • English
    Wave Optics in Infrared Spectroscopy starts where conventional books about infrared spectroscopy end. Whereas the latter are based on the Bouguer-Beer-Lambert law, the cornerstones of this book are wave optics and dispersion theory.This gap between both levels of theory is bridged to allow a seamless transition from one to the other. Based on these foundations, the reader is able to choose which level of theory is adequate for the particular problem at hand. Advanced topics like 2D correlation analysis, chemometrics and strong coupling are introduced and viewed from a wave optics perspective. Spectral mixing rules are also considered to better understand spectra of heterogeneous samples. Finally, optical anisotropy is examined to allow a better understanding of spectral features due to orientation and orientational averaging. This discussion is based on a 4 x 4 matrix formalism, which is used not only to simulate and analyze complex materials, but also to understand vibrational circular dichroism from a (semi-) classical point of view.Wave Optics in Infrared Spectroscopy is written as a tool to reunite the fragmented field of infrared spectroscopy. It will appeal to chemists, physicists, and chemical/optical engineers.
  • Advances in Organometallic Chemistry

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 81
    • May 22, 2024
    • English
    Advances in Organometallic Chemistry, Volume 81 in this ongoing series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters written by an international board of authors. Specific chapters cover Recent Advances in the Catalytic Applications of NHC-Early Abundant Metals (Fe, Mn, Co) Complexes, A Guide to Non-Carbonyl, Non-Isocyano Organometallic Chemistry of Technetium-99 from Discovery to 2023, and Cyclopentadienyl, Amidinate (CPAM) Complexes of Groups 4 - 6 Transition Metals.
  • Comprehensive Chirality

    • 2nd Edition
    • May 17, 2024
    • Janine Cossy
    • English
    Comprehensive Chirality, Second Edition is the definitive ten-volume reference, offering a thorough exploration of chiral research and application. This extensively updated edition features 121 new chapters and 70 revised ones, focusing on the latest advancements in chiral research across synthesis, catalysis, analytical chemistry, and bioactive compound synthesis. Edited by a world-class editorial board, with contributions from leading experts, Comprehensive Chirality, Second Edition bridges theoretical principles with practical applications, making it an invaluable resource for advanced students, researchers, and professionals. Key highlights include:- Innovative Reactions and Methods: advanced diastereo- and enantioselective techniques for controlling stereogenic centers in complex natural products and pharmaceuticals.- Chiral Auxiliaries and Modern Reagents: transformative uses of chiral auxiliaries and cutting-edge reagents such as hypervalent iodide.- Catalytic Methodologies: comprehensive coverage of C-C bond formation, emphasizing transition metals, biocatalysis, and multicatalysis.- Asymmetric Photochemistry: light-induced asymmetric transformations.- Olefin Functionalization and Cycloaddition: asymmetric oxidation and reduction methods.- Biocatalysis and Enzyme Engineering: in-depth analysis of enzyme design and engineering as powerful synthesis catalysts.- Industrial Applications: practical insights into asymmetric synthesis for industrial applications, illustrated through recent case studies.- Spectroscopic Techniques: updated spectroscopic methods for separating and analyzing enantiomers.
  • Studies in Natural Products Chemistry

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 81
    • May 15, 2024
    • Atta-Ur Rahman
    • Atta-Ur Rahman
    • English
    Studies in Natural Products Chemistry, Volume 81 covers the synthesis or testing and recording of the medicinal properties of natural products, providing cutting-edge accounts on fascinating developments in the isolation, structure elucidation, synthesis, biosynthesis and pharmacology of a diverse array of bioactive natural products. Natural products in the plant and animal kingdom offer a huge diversity of chemical structures that are the result of biosynthetic processes that have been modulated over the millennia through genetic effects.With the rapid developments in spectroscopic techniques and accompanying advances in high-throughput screening techniques, it has become possible to isolate and then determine the structures and biological activity of natural products rapidly, thus opening up exciting opportunities in the field of new drug development to the pharmaceutical industry.
  • Metal Organic Frameworks

    Fundamentals to Advanced
    • 1st Edition
    • April 26, 2024
    • Bhawana Jain + 3 more
    • English
    Metal Organic Frameworks: Fundamentals to Advanced offers a substantial and complete treatment of published results. The book includes a summary of current research, along with an in- depth explanation of Metal organic frameworks (MOFs) and applications in this versatile area. Metal organic frameworks (MOFs) are structured frameworks made up of metal ions and organic molecules. These materials are similar to sponges and can absorb, retain and remove molecules from their pores. As a result, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) are the most rapidly evolving substances in chemistry with the highest surface areas due to their well-ordered pore structure.The exciting and vast surface area allows for more chemical reactions and molecule adsorption, hence this new resource provides the newest updates on the topics covered.
  • Sustainable Quality Improvements for Isotope Dilution in Molecular Ultratrace Analyses

    Fitness for Purpose, Performance-Based Criteria, and Measurement Uncertainty
    • 1st Edition
    • April 26, 2024
    • Yves Tondeur
    • English
    Sustainable Quality Improvements for Isotope Dilution in Molecular Ultratrace Analyses: Fitness for Purpose, Performance-Based Criteria, and Measurement Uncertainty uses a novel Sustainable Quality Improvement (SQI) framework with the aim of helping to re-introduce much needed flexibility and restore accountability and integrity necessary for developing confidence in products obtained with these specialty assays. The book can also be used as a comprehensive reference text for data and information on matrix-specific target analytes detection/quantitati... limits, and measurement of uncertainties for planning purposes, congeners profiles, multi-phasic, multi-component and multi-analyte samples processing flow charts, and useful definitions of the underlying technology-relevant terminologies.The SQI framework around which the book is constructed paves the way for the innovative technological solutions described in the book and is powered by three key elements: Fitness for Purpose (Data Quality Objectives), Performance-Based Measurement System (flexibility, latitude), and Measurement Uncertainty (accountability). Together, they facilitate the development and validation of advanced methodologies to resolve many of the contemporary issues associated with continuously evolving and demanding regulatory requirements. A stronger focus on effective performance feedback is demonstrated to help laboratories rethink their own approach to quality improvements.
  • Applications of Green Nanomaterials in Analytical Chemistry

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 105
    • April 16, 2024
    • English
    Applications of Green Nanomaterials in Analytical Chemistry, Volume 105 in the Comprehensive Analytical Chemistry series, highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters, including Introduction (Modern Perspective of analysis with Green NMs), Green Nanomaterials based Sample Preparation techniques, Molecularly imprinting polymer nanomaterials-based sensing/detection and separation/removal of estrogenic compounds from environmental samples, Green Nanomaterials in Extraction Techniques, Green Nanomaterials in Sample Pre-treatment Processes, Lab on Chip with Green Nanomaterials, and much more.Other chapters cover Emerging green carbon dots: Opto-electronic and Morpho-structural properties for sensing applications, Green Nanomaterials based Nanosensors, Green Nanomaterials in Electroanalytical Chemistry, BioSensors with Green Nanomaterials, Green synthesis of metal based nanomaterials and their sensing application, Analytical Sensing with Green Nanomaterials, Lateral flow assay with green nanomaterials, Green nanomaterials for sorbent-based extraction techniques in food analysis, Green Nanomaterials for Chromatographic Techniques, Membranes with Green Nanomaterials, Conclusion: Future of Analytical Chemistry
  • Recent Advances in Organometallic Chemistry

    Synthetic, Mechanistic and Medicinal Perspective
    • 1st Edition
    • April 10, 2024
    • Azaj Ansari + 1 more
    • English
    Recent Advances in Organometallic Chemistry: Synthetic, Mechanistic and Medicinal Perspective highlights recent advancements in the field of organometallic chemistry. Containing essential information for researchers and advanced-level students, especially those working in chemical synthesis, the book describes the role of organometallic compounds in different combinations in organic synthesis and pharmaceuticals as well as discussing spectral, magnetic and sensing features of the compounds. Including the role of computational investigations towards the mechanistic study of biomimic complexes in catalytic transformation reactions, the book provides a large number of examples along with their leading applications in other fields.Each chapter covers basic strategies, which are illustrated along with examples of the latest advancements in the field and in-depth explanations.
  • Chemical Theory and Multiscale Simulation in Biomolecules

    From Principles to Case Studies
    • 1st Edition
    • March 28, 2024
    • Guohui Li
    • English
    Chemical Theory and Multiscale Simulation in Biomolecules: From Principles to Case Studies helps readers understand what simulation is, what information modeling of biomolecules can provide, and how to compare this information with experiments. Beginning with an introduction to computational theory for modeling, the book goes on to describe how to control the conditions of modeling systems and possible strategies for time-cost savings in computation. Part Two further outlines key methods, with step-by-step guidance supporting readers in studying and practicing simulation processes. Part Three then shows how these theories are controlled and applied in practice, through examples and case studies on varied applications. This book is a practical guide for new learners, supporting them in learning and applying molecular modeling in practice, whilst also providing more experienced readers with the knowledge needed to gain a deep understanding of the theoretical background behind key methods.
  • Organic Radicals

    • 1st Edition
    • March 14, 2024
    • Chuanyi Wang + 2 more
    • English
    Organic Radicals summarizes the applications of these materials in several fields, in addition to analyzing challenges, limitations and impacts of materials containing organic radicals on human, plants, water, soil, and animals. Sections cover uses of organic radicals as effective precursors for block molecules building and discuss their effectiveness as precursors of organic radical- containing materials synthesis and their applications in medicine, biology, electronics, environmental sciences, plastics synthesis, polymers building and the several impacts after organic radicals uses. In recent years, the rapid development of organic radical-containing materials has afforded an interesting research area in various applications.