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    • Sensing Tools and Techniques for COVID-19

      • 1st Edition
      • July 22, 2022
      • Sudheesh K. Shukla + 1 more
      • English
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      Sensing Tools and Techniques for COVID-19: Developments and Challenges in Analysis and Detection of Coronavirus helps readers understand the basic principles of sensor development. Sections give a brief overview of the physical and chemical properties of sensing tools and the basics of techniques. With recent advancements in sensing technology, various smart materials and techniques are now being employed for new purposes. In addition, biosensing devices can be tuned at the molecular level to perform better detection of COVID-19. This book covers the various approaches for the development and fabrication of biosensor systems for the analysis of the novel coronavirus. In addition, the book discusses the commercialization and standardization of biosensing technology, along with future perspectives on biosensor technologies used for the analysis and treatment of COVID-19. This book will serve as an up-to-date source of trusted information on biosensor tools and techniques for the analysis of COVID-19.

    • Comprehensive Aryne Synthetic Chemistry

      • 1st Edition
      • July 20, 2022
      • Hiroto Yoshida
      • English
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      Arynes have been important, well-recognized reactive intermediates in organic chemistry since the first speculation of their existence at the beginning of the 20th century. In recent years, synthetic chemistry with arynes has experienced a remarkable revival, leading to diverse new reactions that provide convenient and direct access to various aromatic compounds of high synthetic significance. Comprehensive Aryne Synthetic Chemistry summarizes the progress in the synthetic utilization of arynes for noncatalytic and transition metal-catalyzed reactions developed in the last 20 years. The book covers a broad range of topics including methods of generating arynes, regioselectivity, electrophilic couplings, pericyclic reactions, transition metal-catalyzed reactions, and cycloadditions. It is ideal for advanced students and researchers working in synthetic organic chemistry in academia and industry.

    • Studies in Natural Products Chemistry

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 74
      • July 19, 2022
      • Atta-ur Rahman
      • English
      • Hardback
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      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. Studies in Natural Products Chemistry covers the synthesis or testing and recording of the medicinal properties of natural products, providing cutting edge accounts of the fascinating developments in the isolation, structure elucidation, synthesis, biosynthesis and pharmacology of a diverse array of bioactive natural products.

    • Advances in Heterocyclic Chemistry

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 138
      • July 4, 2022
      • Eric F.V. Scriven + 1 more
      • English
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      Advances in Heterocyclic Chemistry, Volume 138, the latest release in this definitive series on the field of heterocyclic chemistry, combines descriptive synthetic chemistry and mechanistic insights to yield an understanding on how chemistry drives the preparation and useful properties of heterocyclic compounds. Topics in this new release include The Paal Knorr reaction in Heterocyclic Chemistry, Synthesis and Applications of Heterocyclic Sulfoximines, Recent advances in the synthesis of 4H-chromen-4-ones (2012-2021), Recent Developments in the Chemistry of Heteroporphyrins and Heterocarbaporphyrin... The Chemistry of 1,4-Dihydropyrrolo[3... and more.

    • Renewable Carbon

      • 1st Edition
      • July 1, 2022
      • Silvio Vaz Jr.
      • English
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      Renewable Carbon: Science, Technology and Sustainability identifies production pathways and technologies for the production of chemicals and presents relevant information to bridge the gap between reaction engineering and process design. The book uses a multidisciplinary approach, focusing on important aspects of basic science, technological advantages (and hurdles), and key sustainability aspects. It incorporates organic, inorganic and biochemical synthesis and analyzes the myriad of technologies available, including nanotechnology, biotechnology and thermochemistry. Sections cover the synthesis of carbon derivatives through multiple pathways (Science), technologies available for its generation (Technology), and assess sustainability and new supply chains (Sustainability). This book will serve as a valuable reference for academics, research scientists and industry practitioners in green chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science and environmental engineering.

    • Addition, Elimination and Substitution: Markovnikov, Hofmann, Zaitsev and Walden

      • 1st Edition
      • July 1, 2022
      • David E. Lewis
      • English
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      Addition, Elimination and Substitution: Markovnikov, Hofmann, Zaitsev and Walden: Discovery and Development discusses foundational reactions in organic chemistry and their major protagonists, contributions to synthesis, and history. Hofmann, Zaitsev, and Markovnikov are introduced, along with their major discoveries and contributions to organic chemistry. The history of controversies around Markovnikov’s Rule are addressed. The book introduces Walden’s original demonstration of configuration inversion, then discusses bimolecular elimination reactions, regioselective addition reactions, regiospecific alkene synthesis, and the development of modern reactions with configuration inversion. With its unique perspective, focus, and comprehensive coverage, this book belongs on the shelf of every organic chemist.

    • Rare-Earth-Activated Phosphors

      • 1st Edition
      • June 29, 2022
      • Vikas Dubey + 3 more
      • English
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      Rare-Earth-Activated Phosphors: Chemistry and Applications outlines important fundamentals and properties and explores successful application that address key problems across the sciences. Sections introduce phosphors and luminescence, explore their properties, characteristics, synthesis and degradation and highlight key applications across telecommunications, lighting, electroluminescent devices, (bio-)analytical sensors, bio-imaging set-ups, drug delivery and sustainable energy devices. Drawing on the knowledge of an expert team of contributors, the book provides useful insight into successfully harnessing the properties of rare earth activated phosphors for a range of important applications.Rare-ea... nano-phosphors offer an interesting array of characteristics, including sharp emission bands, exceptional optical damage thresholds, low toxicity, high selectivity and stability, and long luminescence lifetimes. Understanding these properties can help researchers effectively manipulate them for a range of important applications.

    • Essentials in Modern HPLC Separations

      • 2nd Edition
      • June 24, 2022
      • Serban C. Moldoveanu + 1 more
      • English
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      Essentials in Modern HPLC Separations, Second Edition discusses the role of separation in high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC). This new and updated edition systematically presents basic concepts as well as new developments in HPLC. Starting with a description of basic concepts, it provides important guidance for the practical utilization of various HPLC procedures, such as the selection of the HPLC type, proper choice of the chromatographic column, selection of mobile phase and selection of the method of detection, all of which are in correlation with the physico-chemical characteristics of the compounds separated. Every chapter has been carefully reviewed, with several new sections added to bring the book completely up-to-date. Hence, it is a valuable reference for students and professors in chemistry.

    • Annual Reports on NMR Spectroscopy

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 106
      • June 24, 2022
      • Graham A. Webb
      • English
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      Annual Reports on NMR Spectroscopy, Volume 106 highlights new advances in the field, with this new volume presenting interesting chapters. Each chapter is written by an international board of authors.

    • Advances in Organometallic Chemistry

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 78
      • June 17, 2022
      • English
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      Advances in Organometallic Chemistry, Volume 78, the latest release in this longstanding serial known for its comprehensive coverage of topics in organometallic synthesis, reactions, mechanisms, homogeneous catalysis, and more includes a variety of new chapters in this updated release. Users will find amazing coverage on Multiple bonds stabilized by Terphenyl Ligands, Selectivity in the Activation of C-H Bonds by Rhodium and Iridium Complexes, Transition Metal-Catalyzed C–C and C-B Bond Formation Reactions: Lessons from Computational Studies, Effect of C-Donor Ligands onto Metal-Catalyzed Carbene and/or Nitrene Transfer Reactions, Chemical Bonding and Dynamic Magnetism in f-Element Organometallic Sandwich Compounds, and much more.

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